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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1931
Page
20
A fragmented text discusses wages and inflation amid war, warning that high finance and political leaders push prosperity myths. It claims millions face lost earnings, deflation risks, and calls for wage adjustment to restore economic strength, noting a page 3 continuation.
Maniconovan alias Slim, a czar of Wert Filo dape pediterz, held in default of $2,340 bond after arraignment on his fifth narcotic count. Donovan pleaded not guilty and waived hearing before U S Commissioner Paul A. Tockhart. Narcotic agents testified he had 18 gears of medicine in his overcoat pocket when arrested. Four other suspects at the scene faced vagrancy charges. a witness, Tomas Juarez, testified he had supplied drugs to Donovan every other day for two months.
MONUSCRITLO March 10 three people died during a sheriff’s attempt to arrest two brothers for bank robbery near the home of the suspects mother. Sheriff Beale Calbult 45 was shot in the head and killed as he attempted to serve a warrant. His deputy then killed his brother William Tabbat 34 and died by suicide.
Dr Inha B P Lincoln, cousin of President Abraham Lincoln, died in Virginia amid a report of his physical condition and manner. New Yorkers handed drivers a 324 million tax burden last year, surpassing passenger revenue of some railroads.
In a river near Olmos Creek a car plunged into floodwaters after the driver, Dr A B Norton, 48, Blanco road, died despite heroic efforts by two youths who rescued Mrs Norton and their two sons. The rescued pair clung to the submerged car as the flood swirled, while Rees and Warren braved dammed water to signal for help.
Weather forecast indicates a fair and warmer pattern from Monday night into Tuesday. Low temperatures around 42 degrees, with highs near 70 degrees. Light to moderate northeasterly to easterly winds expected, shifting by day. Outlook warns of cooler northwest pockets and variable conditions in western areas through midweek.
A home on Michloins Avenue was saved after a dog barked and alerted Mr and Mrs Michloins and their four children to a sputtering bomb at their door. The device was thrown into a nearby area and later found to contain explosive material. A woman named Marie Can siences, 17, was held for questioning.
In a Ninety fourth district court session, Wimer faces indictment for swindling Louis Pape out of 2023.23 dollars by misrepresenting investment certificates. Defense witnesses testified the notes were not dispossessed, and motions aimed to nullify key charges as the court prepares its verdict.
Governor Ross S Sterling urged the legislature to enact a law creating an oil and gas conservation commission to curb over production, preserve reserves, and prevent monopolistic control. He warned of economic disaster, unemployment, and waste if remedial action is not taken, and criticized the railroad commission for overextension of duties.
March 16 Moscow reports that 41 Russian physicians face ostracism for "desecting" their professional posts. They are barred from work in Communist hospitals and from private consultations. Medical personnel were sent to districts until conditions improved, then returned to Moscow without consent.
J H Jarboe of the Weather Bureau predicts clear skies for the next 24 hours after a weekend storm. Temperatures will dip to around 42 degrees Tuesday with lighter winds. South of San Antonio felt the worst of a state rainstorm Saturday night, with widespread rainfall across Texas from Dallas to Corpus Christi.
Edinburg Texas March 14 C D Walker 80 and Christine Mots 14 both of San Juan died in ArcAlien hospital today from wounds after a shooting at the Walker home. Mrs Walker said an argument led to the shooting and that Walker fired at the girl then shot himself.
Salt City March 1. Selection of a jury for the trial of Jean Daste a blonde cabaretted entertainer on the charge of slaying Sam Frank a Memphis jewelry salesman began today with the panel being completed amid high anticipated testimony and West the docket indicates testimony will focus on the motive and opportunity in the alleged crime.
King Alfonso XII of Spain arrived in London to visit his ailing mother in law, Princess Beatrice, and today he was guarded by heavy police as he traveled from Spain to England.
Hugh Morrison aged 62, described as one of Britain's wealthiest men, passed away in London after a prolonged illness. He was a prominent financier with extensive overseas investments and leaves a large estate.
Street Commissioner Fant Stefler demanded a full audit exoneration of payroll practices in a council session. He pressed for written replies from auditors after criticizing coverage and stating public offices must answer promptly to protect his department.
Classified ad roundup highlights multiple listings including a Motel A for Thaeton at $28 on easy terms, a five room home on Cincinnati Avenue for $2300, cleaning and pressing equipment for $450, and a six room rental with a large yard at $20 monthly rent. Hundreds of opportunities await in the classified section.
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