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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 04, 1939

Page

8

Richberg Proposes New Plan on Mexican Oil Expropriation

Washington reports a joint U S British offer to renounce expropriated Mexican oil properties in return for a long term lease to companies. The plan runs 40 to 50 years with government option to operate, plus royalties taxes and wages set in contract. Richberg conveyed that Roosevelt disapproves Mexico's actions and that he was not the negotiator but a messenger to Cardenas.

Washington Mexico City Donald R. Richberg Standard Group Cardenas Winnnco Suares Richberg Laiva, Wold Mexicat-Americayy Commercial Creaty Omi Lye Starbilya State Department Enld Melcberg Guadalajara White House

Lamarr to Wed Gene Markey in Calexico California

Glamorous Hedy Lamarr and Gene Markey will marry this afternoon in Calexico California Markey disclosed the wedding would end a friendship of about a year They met at a film party Markey divorced in 1937 from Joan Bennett Lamarr rose to stardom in Algiers and later negotiated with MGM for a vehicle after being brought to Hollywood by Louis B Mayer

Markey Joan Bennett Bennett Holes Miss Lamar Chixquinley Algiers Charles Foyer Allertes Europe Lewis B. Mayer Walter, Wanger M.-G-M Scout i Beetter Miss LaMarr Frits Mandl Hollywood Hedy Vienna Emil Kester Iglatus Reginald Gardiner Miss Bennett Joan Markey Abi Lity Miss Ka- Marrs Beverly Hills

Bombs Found in British Terror Plot Inquiries

Reported in London on March 4 two incendiary devices were found beneath Invest Department stores in Birmingham. Police launched intensive searches for suspected terrorists as investigators pursued a possible blast at a London rail tower and tied the incident to a claimed Triady republican extremist group.

London Bombay Invest Birmingham Puidge

Filipinos May Close Ports Against Japs

A Manila dispatch reports the Philippine government plans to close ports to halt Japanese intrusion into inland areas. The Department of Finance considers a proposal to seal off Manila and Divas on Monday and possibly other sections. Altered reports of distant lines are cited as the reason for the change.

Ilipinos Pilippiie Mania Betetin Department of Finance Euribei

Thief Turns Tables in Apartment Raid

A Boston report describes a raid where a thief entered an apartment, confronted Miss Barnard, and warned her to stay quiet before leaving. The account includes terse dialogue and the unexpected discovery of a skeleton in the unit.

Boston Mareh Wiss Gortnide Darnard la Polles Miss Barnard

Suspect sought in fatal bludgeoning of girl

Oklahoma City March 4 A search was pressed for a 13 year old business man believed to be the killer in the slaying of Hasatteen Black. Detective Curt Ryan said the suspect was in the vic inity of a modest brick home where the body, clad in pink patterns, was found. A pickup order for the man and the Automobile had been broadcast. Several youths arrested yesterday lacked connections. Fingerprints from a bookcase were checked against state and federal files.

Oklamoma Ciay PA Prin Offesss Hasatteen Charles Tryon Witl Ryn Ryan Ryan Sade

Nurse Maxy Goker Wins Car in Local Contest

In Padla Kansas on March 4 Maxy Goker a graduate nurse received a car from a dealer after entering a contest. She noted the gesture and mentioned additional transportation options as part of the event.

Padla Kan Maxy Goker Straight Howe

Weather Outlook For San Antonio Dims As Weekend Weather Deteriorates

Weather outlook turns dreary as a cold wave from the Midwest nears San Antonio. Meteorologist J Harry Jarbot says Saturday will be mostly cloudy with occasional showers breaking the monotony. Maximum temperatures near 74 drop to about 66 Sunday, with a near zero reading Saturday night and little variation in daytime highs Saturday to Sunday.

J. Harry Jarbot Midwest

Fowl Theft Felony Law Defended In Dallas

In Dallas on March 4 George G Parl former state resident Joan Dallas defended the fowl theft law as a felony. Parl claimed the law targets only a few cases and criticized two Boston officers for going to New York to rebut claims of chicken theft. Newspaperman dies in Genoa on March 6 Mary Howell Rapti an American newspaper woman lecturer died Friday after months of illness.

Dallas George G. Parl Joan Dallas Testis Parl New York Genoa Inky Mda Mary Howell Rapti Priday

Wan Ends Own Life At Beverly Hills Resort

Beverly Hills Calif Mazel 4-A To- yen old Dr Page wife says there was nothing he would not do for her. Page dead victim of alleged acts. Detective Cape reporter notes he valued wife’s love above all. Body read Please God forgive me There is no hope. Police describe motive as financial strain and family fallout. Captain White states resort owner Jonwar Ros cami Rel involved.

Beverly Hills Calif DR. Page Toiay Vieltin Ailelde Cape Page Captain White Dentine Roscami, Riel

Hearst Speech Broadcast From California Saturday Night

William Randolph Hearst will speak from California over the Red network coast to coast on "A Plea for Prosperity." The address is set for 6 45 p m Pacific time from Station KECA NBC studio in Los Angeles.

William Randolph Hearst California National Broadcasting Company Mr. Hearst KECA N. B.C Los Angeles

Plans to curb constables announced amid protests

County officials revealed a plan to redraw constable districts to limit their reach, aiming to curb activities amid boycott threats. Judge Charles W. Anderson said immediate steps would be taken, with redistribution presented to the Commissioners' Court soon. Protests and arrests in Kenedy and other areas intensified pressure on San Antonio merchants and motorists.

Grvest DE Bexar Couily Connstables San Antono Lade Lontery Coun 4Y Charles W. Anderson Ammanuelig Anderson Lompetion Russell White Grimmitssioners Turuaten Bexar County Anderson Priday If. G. Steig Janing Caldwell County San Antonio Andersen Kenedy Sheviff's

Steinhardt Named Ambassador to the Soviet Union

Washington reports Lawrence A. Steinhardt, now ambassador to Turkey, has been named United States ambassador to the Soviet Union. The announcement came from a reliable source and was confirmed by the State Department. Claude G. Bowers, ambassador to Spain, was recalled for consultation and is already en route home.

Steinhardt Russia Washington Lawrence A. Steinhardt Paty Trussevelt Soviet Union State’ ‘Department Dnt Claude G. Bowers Spain

Weather bulletin warns small craft along Texas coast

The Walter Shires weather bureau issued a warning for Texas coastal waters. Small craft are advised to seek shelter as strong southerly winds approach and hazardous seas are forecast. Mariners are urged to monitor further advisories and take necessary precautions.

Texas New Orleans Ualter Shires Weather Bureau

Commission Meets On Budget At City Hall Clash Looms

City officials plan a Saturday morning session at City Hall to finalize the fiscal budget and 109 percent tax rate amid expected open strife between Mayor O K Quin and four city commissioners. The group aims to pass vetoed ordinances and consider rescinding Quin budget provisions as a clash over the four year budget unfolds.

Tle City O. K. Quin Iayor Plummer Quin Theo. M. Phimmer Jon Bloc Cane Ug Quinn Fymedale Aily Adlering Ty D. Dobbs Cerhun Colrse

Painting Impulse Ends With Disorderly Conduct

In Chicago on March 4 two police officers arrested a man after an episode involving a painting impulse. The individual, Joseph Alpori, hoisted himself about 6 feet to paint a newly signed ad, drawing laughter as he made crude strokes. The scene drew a crowd before officers arrived to detain him for disorderly conduct and related charges.

Chicago Pedtsitiang Joseph Alpori van Dyke

Biltmore to Close Two Night Spots Amid Economic Strain

Biltmore hotel in Los Angeles will shut the new and the Rendezvous Room next Wednesday for an indefinite period due to worsening economic conditions. Baron Log, operator, cited the need to cut costs as the reason for the closings.

Biltmore Angeles Naor Shaw Iltmore Bhotel Renezvous Baron Log Long Bligh Union

Eleven Bodies Found in Nazi Plane Wreckage

Eleven bodies were found today in the burned wreckage of a German airship that crashed near Raybiilon in the French Alps. The identities of the victims, including a woman, were not established.

Nice Fraivce Mares Raybiilon Min Mecidenh

Explosion devastates Tokyo suburb killing 153 in blast

The blast at a suburban Tokyo power plant Wednesday leaves 153 dead. Rescue teams work through debris as authorities say the facility’s fragments were among the last to be recovered. Officials warn of continuing danger amid the salvage effort.

Usaica Jay Mare Power Magavive Tiyakatn

Guard Suspect in Slaying of Baby

Sunbury Pa police report a guard held a murder charge against a 22 year old Army brickyard worker tied to the death of a year old girl nicknamed Rosebud. Investigators say the child died from blunt force trauma and police say her mother, Helen Walt, will likely attend the funeral.

Sunbury Aconda Jatt Armey Bratitiz Marinos Wolf Rosebid Haby Strangeitcals Richard Geay Kraiush W. Harrick Gray Jonas Darcie Mer Helen Walt Marion Ray Vijay

Bushich Enters Race To Regain Tax Post

Former Tax Commissioner Frank H. Trushick filed to regain the post amid criticism of current leadership. He pledges a common sense government, low taxes, and honest handling of assessments to prevent a property tax collapse and city bankruptcy.

Bushich Frank H. Trushick Enn Gute Wiatet Thea M. Pliner Bushick Tam Yale Iso

Dr. Hjalmar Schacht to Tour U S amid travel plans

Berlin reports say former Reichsbank chief Dr Hjalmar Schacht is en route to the United States for an extended vacation with possible business talks. Spokesmen describe the trip as private and for rest, with no firm schedule released. Separately, the Canadian press notes the Canadian ship Ranger was towed to Trepassey Narrows after a six year old storm damaged it, with heavy seas flooding the vessel and a tow line secured by the Tug Tmogene.

Berlin Hjahmar Schell Stclelisbank Son United States Tiina Hadiwax Maron Pras Senityy Ayas Todig Narboy Ranger Tmogene

New York City Milk Supply Is Threatened

Upstate New York dairy producers and metropolitan distributors gathered in New York to decide on milk shipments to the city. Talks in Albany aimed to secure contracts ensuring 95 percent distributor signings and to address antitrust concerns raised by federal officials.

New York City New York Wea

Drive to Modify U S Vanes Gains Ground

Treasury and Capitol officials push changes to corporate tax laws as a stimulant to business. Reports indicate possible consolidation into two levies replacing current taxes and consideration of revising capital asset loss allowances. Officials weigh easing or tightening allowances and evaluating the overall corporate tax framework.

Treasury Capitol Josephs

Mason Boy Exhibits Prize Winning Calf at San Angelo

Twelve year old Oliver Circle from Ma Soncht bay defied orders to bring four calves to the eighth annual San Angelo Stockshow and rodeo. He claimed the junior and senior dairy calf premiums, with his milk fed calf producing top results and the overall senior dry lot championship awarded to McWilliams of Menard for showing both heavy and light fry lot champions.

San Angelo Smree Oliver Circle Soncht Bay Bret Menard McWilliams

Officials Invited to Try Huge Plane

Washington officials were invited to fly in the passenger Yankee Chipper, a 41 ton ship planned for transatlantic service. The test flight follows a christening by Mrs. Franklin D Roosevelt who smashed a bottle on the nose. The plane will move to its naval air station after ongoing sea trials through Sunday.

Washington Franklin D. Roosevelt Navel

New Malay Sultan Pledges Britain Aid

A 52 year old Malay noble Sule nis AbAUL Azix was installed as sultan in Kuala Kangsiti Perak pledging loyalty to Britain. Perak, a Federated Malay state, stands as a strategic Malayan ally in potential wartime cooperation.

Britain Singapore Great Britain

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FIHMS Welicans Gene Markey Hedy Lamarr Mexico Glamour Girl Chipper Manila Hongkong Mvsuaving OF Gil W. R. Hearst Commission Mayet Congress Roosevale Frou & Barihbent Wisched House Senate Conelhy Roosevel Charleston, & C Fig Capital Witte Skeet LaFayette Square G. S.C Distiee Hughes Speakey Bankhead Pittman Democrat Nevada Supreme Cowl Ted Belig Barrick Sheriffh Bower Parsons Wnk Hjalmar Schacht U.S Albany State Agricultite Gammmissioner Holton Noyes Alpenny Federal Department of Justice Mason Rich Gaekwar Baroda
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