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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 09, 1931

Page

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Services Held for M. E. McEvoy at St Mary’s Church

Services were held Monday for Michael McEvoy who died Saturday at the local hospital. Rev A Gussean of Ghisting officiated. McEvoy is survived by his wife Mrs J Wilkins of St Louis Missouri and other relatives.

M. E. McEvoy Powergl Michael AeHvay Saot Brimanshert St. Mary's Phurch A. Gussean Ghisting McEvoy O Leer J. Wilkins St. Louis Minesuri

Change in Name of Street Asked

City commission meetings discussed a proposed street name change from Tas Auzeles street to ideeweed court. The measure was read and held over for further consideration at the Monday session amid questions about the new designation and local nomenclature.

Abelitwa San Antoine Amosas Tas Auzeles Street Ideeweed Court Wss Ant

League to Discuss Game Conservation Meeting Details

Feeding Ingitalon retarding the conservation a fish and game wil by discussed at aeeting of the frank Wollua league at 8 p.m. Tees fee chamber of commerce a HAM, recording to Bro A.W. Annes president.

Frank Wollua League Tees Fee Chamber of Commerce Bro A.W. Annes

Borger Celebrates Fifth Birthday Observed

Borger Texas marked its fifth birthday with a local celebration as residents recall townsite origins and growth. The event highlighted community pride and memories of the early founders and families that built Borger from its beginnings.

Borger Texas Spor

Fragmentary Weather Data Report with Deficits and Observations

A partial weather log records precipitation deficits and rainfall totals, noting deficits for a 4508 range and specific days, with totals around 629 mm in some measures. It mentions wind observations around New Mexico, with moderate winds and flying conditions, plus a mixed credit note and unclear hail or rain remarks.

Crediton of Teeraln

Briton Says U S Won’t Join League of Nations

London dispatch reports a British official stating the United States has no intention of joining the League of Nations. The remark comes amid rumors of possible American participation and ongoing diplomatic discussions.

London United States Sir Austen Ghamhoelain Vonersseive Arhitestinn United Stes League Anso

Loretta Young Back With Mama in California

Loretta Young returns with her mother to California amid rumors of a rumored reunion. The article notes unclear references to a wedding or marriage in Grant Wither and mentions a strained relationship with pushers and interpreters.

Loretta Young Mama Reyrunly Tulle Calif Marithe Chenvis

Foss Lucas to Hold Republican Posts in Washington

Senator Siiton I Fees of Ohio and assistant Robert Hy Toneng will remain at the helm of the Republican national committee for one time to ensure continued leadership. The memo outlines ongoing party organization and upcoming priorities, with focus on fundraising and strategic planning as the party seeks cohesion ahead of key votes.

Foss Lucas Washington, D. C Marah Siiton I Fees Ohio Fin Murb Robert Hy Toneng Natineat Osairlt Frelay

Snowbound Roadways Leave Dozens Stranded Across New England

A disjointed storm report describes snow blocking highways from North Adams Massachusetts to Stanford Illinois and Williams to Bennington Vermont. Fifteen cars were disabled and about 25 people spent the night in farmhouses as travel halted. The Goose Fair area near Old Orchard and Saco Maine reported rock embankments on beach roads and a high tide.

Adam Mass Stanford Williams Bennington Old Orchard Saco Maine

Cold snap grips San Antonio with frost and near freezing lows

An artic cold front sent San Antonio to frost warnings with overnight lows around 31 degrees and morning readings near 27 to 31 degrees. Officials forecast a gradual warming to springlike 46 degrees by Tuesday as clear skies and sunny conditions persist, while no significant damage to plant life was reported.

S.A. Mercury San Antonio J. H. Jarboe Kelly Field Paul

Allanta Sees Snow Flurries in Rare March Snowstorm

Snow flurries spread as far south as Allanta amid chilly winds and gusts. The day started with generally fair conditions elsewhere, but a sharp cold front moved through the region, with locals noting unusual late winter snowfall. A maritime wreck report from Port News feared the crew of the Julia crew missing after a vessel of the Horloa Tiebing fleet vanished near Pinun Island.

Allanta Atlanta Allamta Newsusry Mare Julia Pinun

British Princes in Buenos Aires Visit Amid Exposition

The Prince of Wales and his brother George engage in official duties at the British Geographical Exposition in Buenos Aires. The event, scheduled for five years ahead, features the princes mingling with officials and attendees as part of a broader royal program in the city.

Buenos Aires Buenos Merek Prince of Wales Brother George

Holmes Continues Work After 90 On Birthday Duty

Holmes marked his 90th birthday by resuming familiar duties, embodying the motto from a radio address that work is not finished while the power to work endures. The aged jurist Wendely Hor emphasized ongoing effort as essential to public service.

Warhington Oliver Wendely

Rocks Thrown at Popcorn Wagon Report

Fragmentary item notes rocks thrown at a popcorn wagon during an incident at an intersection near Water Street and Latiste Grove. Details are unclear and sources are incomplete.

Canary Islanders recalled in San Antonio plaza ceremony

A 400 strong crowd watched descendants of the Canary Islanders unveil a commemorative tablet in the historic plaza. Mayor Chambers praised the founders and Franciscan influence while Archbishop Drosenerts and local clergy attended a cathedral service after ceremonies. Planes circled above as the event closed.

Straleng Bowdder William Wo Ware San Antonio United States Mares UL Chambers Pat Gontage Ibn Funnilers EU Xhildren Chanttery Wade Campion Tewit William Clegg Jey Arthur J. Drosenerts St John's Seminars Daza San Fernando Cathedral St. John’s Seminary M.S. Gerriga Amers Plaza Faelors Whistlea

Aimee Hasson in Law Church Birthday Luncheon

A noon luncheon at the Gunter hotel followed a tian celebration with guests including Esther Perez Carvajal Miguel Yavo Jatelan Lacoste Drag Callaghan and many others listed. A grand evening reception at the auditorium Monday features a large receiving line of notable attendees and dignitaries.

Canary Island Gunter Hotel Esther Perez Carvajal Miguel Yavo Jatelan Lacoste Drrag Callaghan Afolfo de le Gares FL. Bullis Charles M. Pobin W. P. Rote Bdward W. Heusinger Dr. del Valle Kate Cansinna Arthur Perez Eli Yiurri Marr Ferdinand Herffer Gerona Garza

Ady Gravely Hurt by Fire

A boy identified as Ady Gravely, son of J W Tate of 300 Eldorado street, died Monday from severe burns after his clothes ignited in a garage fire Sunday. The blaze began when the flames touched a container while his father worked on a car, and neighbors and his mother responded as flames spread across the body. He was treated at Hobart Green Hospital on Monday.

Wwler Bagar J. W. Tateer

Four Pocket Vetoes by President on Labor and Welfare Bills

In Washington March 9 President vetoed four bills from the last congress by pocketing them. The Wagner employment service measure was blocked as federal control over state labor services would be wrecked. Two other bills related to postal mailing privileges and financial setup for village care facilities were also vetoed.

Wabhington D. C Hooter Billy Bim Wilkhe Wagner Wagner Department of Labor Billy Pro Setior

City Budgets Cut As Meallen Seeks Frugal Year

March 9 Terps report a two percent tax rate reduction in Mealien. City commissioners approve a conservative budget of 150,371.08 with taxable valuation at 7,000. The new budget is 3,404.36 less than last year. The current tax rate remains 2.00.

Akallen Terps Mealien Vic City Hart Audit Company

Valley Delegates to Lend Aid on Highway Project

Raymondville chamber president Robert Anm, attorney Weit Nlornaday, and others from San Benito, Raymondville, and Kenedy County will travel to Austin soon. Senator Holbrook aims to empower the highway commission to condemn property for the coastal highway gap project, a move supported by many local delegates.

San Benito Keens Marcle T— Trobeet ‘I Itobertanm Raymondville Kenedy County Kenady

Hung Jury in Cattle Theft Case in Texas

Jurors failed to reach a verdict after 40 hours of deliberation in a cattle theft trial in Texas. The case involved Pete McIntyre and others tied to the theft of 12 cows and calves from Frank B. Wastlel. Over 100 witnesses testified. the defendant’s relatives were mentioned.

Srd Ito Tesas McIntyre Tinting Mutuerley Howard Savage Pete McIntyre Th. McIntyre Etein Port Sinekton Frank B. Wastlel McIntyce

San Angelo T P A Announces New Members

The San Angelo chapter of T P A welcomed new members at its annual banquet. Fort Worth state president Cater attended as an honored guest, with Verne San Angelo among those noted for involvement.

San Angelo T,p.a San Angela Verne Notin FAO

Veterans Benefit Totals and Application Updates

A telegraphic San Antonio report cites $612,780 for five A veterans bet and $512,788.02 disbursed to 1,371 honor loans. Mary reports 17,000 retirement of comp emath certificates. Chapman directs veterans bureau in Washington. Calls urged to avoid inquiries, deadlines loom at 6 PM Saturday for Sunday wants.

Joans San Antonio Vula Washion L. GC. Chapmarn Veterans'’ Buréac Bere Mary Wang Om Bureau Smith-Young Hla Dise Jonas Chapman Endareau San Antonia

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