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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 15, 1931

Page

2

Upheaval in Nay Looms as Probe Urged

New York march 14. A sweeping political upheaval looms as civic groups mobilize to demand a full inquiry into Mayor Walker’s administration. Tammany Hall resists and Governor Roosevelt schedules an attorney inquiry with appointed prosecutors to probe alleged corruption.

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Hoover give relief view continues from page one

Palm Springs Calif March 14 INS Majer Turner J Walker of New York and party arrived late today after a 2000 mile cross country trip on the Sunset Ltd. He registered at the Turtle Inn and asked that his telephone not be answered during his stay.

Palm Springs Calif INS Majer Turner J. Walker New Tork Todas P Tiscist Inn

Prominent plans and daring feats shape a buoyant era

Fragmented notes describe ambitious city planning in a distant era, British aviation ambitions, and lavish projections. It mentions a proposed half mile wide airine, a London rail link, and Dame Ethel Locked King promoting vast flying fields. Also cited are dairy juice distribution by milk wagons and citrus industry growth tied to new, vacuum-sealed processes.

Wogien England Ethel Locked King Sitporn Thay London International Dairy Prodacte Corporation Milk Wagona Baden Biz Fornia Texas

President weighs impish hunger and looming depression notes

The President, noting citizens strained by inflation and rising prices for essentials, senses a depression looming. White House engineers and economists study financial pressures, bank stability, and capital seeking profitable returns while treasury officials eye easing money and transport sector boosts. Hoover cautions against doom and pins hope on policy shifts and historical precedent.

Hoover Starts Fishing Camp at Rapidan Headwaters

President Hoover will begin his fishing camp at the headwaters of the Rapidan River in Virginia during the first week of April. The White House announced the plan today.

Eniversal Bereice Washington, D. c Anec Hoover Rapidan River Virginia White House

U S Treasury to Three Billions in Peace Time Record

The United States Treasury will move 3.1 billion dollars in a peace time record transaction. It plans to issue 1.518 billion in 3 3 ⅜ percent bonds and 11 1/2 and 2 percent certificates, retire 1.1 billion in 31 1/2 percent rates, and collect 400 to 435 million in income and corporate taxes. Interest of 30 million on the public debt will be paid, with the first installment expected in 1930.

U.S. Treasury Washington, D. C INS Sam Treasury Department Das Handa Collectora Internal Revenue

Hoover approves probation on oil imports

President Hoover voiced optimism that Texas Governor Sterling would back a proration plan for the East Texas oil pool. He noted U S imports about 10 million barrels annually, exports 151 million, and consumed around 200 billion barrels, with reforms tied to federal action and a March 31 hearing on industry trade practices.

Washington, D. C INS Hoover Ross Sterling Texas Eran Keever Bik Tarmal Acton Wales United States Federal Oil Conservation Board Wilbur Man Congress Federal Trade Commission United Froration Hhrough Governors’ Conference Chey Rome California Oklahoma Creslent Hoover The Oil Conservation Board Federal Trade Comission Peerleam Commission Induster Mare 31

Man Sentenced to Life for Railroad Official Murder In Kentucky

Lardstown Kentucky March 14 Anthony Piotrowsky alias Anthony Peterson of Detroit was sentenced to life in prison for his role in the murder of Carl B. James a railroad official. He followed his mother's advice to plead guilty and end participation in the crime.

Lardstown Anthony Piotrowsky Aliasnthony Peterson Detroit Carl B. James

Two Face Trial in Galveston Rum Battle Slaying

In Galveston on March 14 Theodore Fatty Owens and James Crabb face preliminary murder trials following a sensational rum gang battle that left Clarence Gregory dead. Police say the shooting followed an argument over hijacked Marine shipments to Houston while the defendants, held on $10,000 bonds, claim self defense.

Galveston INS Theodore Fatty") Owens James Crabb Clarence Gregory St Ie Waderaland Houetna

Prison Riot Breaks Out At Unnamed Facility In Turmoil

chaotic riot erupts as inmates dislodge cells and overturn tables. guards fire riot guns and tear gas, Captain Davenport and Captain Uni captured, struggle ends with guards regaining control after an hour of fighting. inmates attempted escape but stopped as walls were secured.

Davenport Yroid Herrs Sore Ward Unitoport Leto Bedlam Ware Palien Atenggle Heecth Howsea

Lawsuit in circuit court names several defendants

Washington Det Morel and Bascom Slemp file suit in circuit court naming defendants including James Patterson, Louie C Titus, and New York stores, alleging involvement in a $70,000 claim. The filing mentions Alexander Vanityes and Pantages with pending appeals in California courts, but the nature of the counsel firm is unclear.

Washington Det Morel INS Bascom Slemp Louie C Titus James Patterson New York Alexander Vanityes Hunter California Operlate Vawleville Aclrass

America to Fore in Plane Service

A report notes plans to expand air passenger service across Europe and other countries. The Post Office Department will inaugurate the additional service on April 1, with Assistant Montcaster Generalving Glover announcing the step today.

America Washington, D. C Montcaster Ving Glover

One Cent a Day Pays Up to 100 a Month

The Postal Lite and Casualty Insurance Day offers a policy that pays up to $100 a month for 24 months in case of disability and $1,000 for death. Open to men women and children ages 10 to 70. Send name address age beneficiary and they mail policy in 40 days with free inspection. No money needed. offer limited.

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