Britain News Echoes Prohibition Debates And War Knavery
Fragmentary wire service style column cites stock market jitters and political musings. It notes debate over 3.2 beer content, historical references to Jefferson and light wine, and warns of gambling risks amid spring signs. It mentions University security votes in Britain, royal lineage anecdotes, Roosevelt’s public works plan, and looming tensions with Germany and Japan.
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80 Theaters in Cleveland Close in Wake of Lockouts
Cleveland reports about 80 neighborhood houses have closed while downtown flext-r centers consider locking doors. Industry operators contest the plan as urban recreation and theater districts face disruption from layoffs and reduced performances amid uncertain local policy.
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Senate approves veteran relief bill amid amendments
Washington March 16 Congress passed President Roosevelts request to trim government expenses by 800 million while preserving veterans benefits. The House concurred with Senate amendments enhancing veteran protections and defining hospitalization eligibility and rate changes. The bill, expected to reach the White House for signature, could save about 500 million in total outlays plus smaller injections. A separate Texas tax plan proposes a one dollar tax on fall produced goods to raise about 180000 annually.
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Weather Outlook for San Antonio and Vicinity
Unsettled Thursday night into Friday with warmer Thursday night. Lows around 64 and a high near 74 on Friday. Winds from the southeast to east, moderate to fresh along the coast. Partly cloudy to unsettled Thursday night and Friday with showers possible in the far west and Hin Grande valley. Temperatures: Wednesday high near 68, Thursday low around 67, Friday high about 74.
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Bank Reopenings Progress Rapid Across Sectors
Bank activity shows banks reopening at a rapid pace with some sections near normal. The Chitage Board of Trade and exchanges reopen, deposits exceed withdrawals, and mortgage guarantees under New York state insurance department rules resume. Philadephia funds plan abandonment veers toward scrip. Slumps rise in New York exchange tests.
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Greek Motorists Operate Part Time
In Athens on March 16 authorities ordered Greek autos to run on alternate week days by parity of license plate numbers to curb gasoline imports. The plan affects all private passenger cars except ambulances and vehicles of diplomatic corps or government departments.
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Rivers Recede as Pittsburgh Flood Crest Hits 29.6 Feet
Rivers near Pittsburgh recede after crest of 29.6 feet, about 4.6 feet above flood stage, leaving $400,000 in damage from flooded cellars sunken tracks and washed areas. Recovery begins as water falls and railroad lines dry in the wake of the high water.
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Roosevelt’s White House record in telegram responses
Washington March 16 reports a new White House record with 12 days in office. Four thousand telegrams praised Roosevelt actions and four hundred telegrams praised the veteran’s pay program while only nine telegrams disapproved. The tally shows broad support for economic policy and the federal pay law.
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London Firm Plans Wage Increase for 25,000 Workers
London reports that Imperial Chemical Industries will raise wages next month for 25,000 employees. Sir Fady McGowan, chairman, announced the 1931 wage scale would resume April 3.
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Mexican envoy to France presents credentials to president
Paris reports that Francis Najera, Mexico's new ambassador to France, presented his credentials to President Leo in a speech stressing the cordial relations between Mexico and France. The ceremony underscored ongoing diplomatic ties and mutual cooperation between the two nations.
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Fractured Skull Fatal to Victim in Mysterious Incident
A fractured skull killed Sexto Garza forty of WT Rowan in a unclear accident. Robert B. Green hospitalizes after a head injury from a sling device in Schulenberg. The report notes confusion and a public ad fragment referencing an Oklahoma City event and an unclear sale notice.
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Senate approves 3.2 wine 1 beer bill in volatile session
Washington reports the Senate passed an amendment adding 3.2 wine and 1 beer provisions to a larger measure amid bipartisan support. Key figures include Chairman Harrison of the finance committee and Senator Tydings who pressed for capital beer policy. Debate touched constitutional questions and projected revenue from nonintoxicating liquors, with cost estimates and projections of beer sales and tax gains outlined by Senator Sheppard.
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Jewelry worth half a million seized after arrest in Miami
In Miami police recovered about 500000 dollars worth of jewelry as they arrested suspects tied to a string of thefts. Officers said the haul includes jewels from opera star Grace Moore and from Mrs. Bertha Keller of New York, with several major thefts under investigation. Local officials continued work to identify owners and return items.
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Britain proposes new disarmament plan at Geneva
Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald unveils a five year disarmament scheme for peace and security. The plan calls for an army of 200000 for Germany, an extended naval holiday, special bodies to handle political problems, and guaranteed non war use for civil aircraft. It would extend the London naval regime to include France and Italy with Italy limited to one ship. Germany would be legally freed from Versailles restrictions but still restrained in practice until 1938.
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Einstein Awarded Medal As Religion's Benefactor
New York reports Albert Einstein received a medal from a New York church for his devotion to religious unity. The ceremony included a testimonial dinner with scientists educators and clergy honoring his thought and influence on global culture.
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Quin Looms as Mayor ofes in May election
City commissioners near selecting C K Quin to fill the unexpired term of the late Mayor Chambers and lead the administration ticket in May. Pressure from supporters and rival candidates swirls as Ferguson allies push for Representative P L Anderson while Quin gains momentum among most commissioners. A Labor Temple committee backed Anderson, and three tickets loom in Lae Fell as the panel weighs the final choice before the vote.
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New Peak Reached by Postal Savings
Washington March 16 Postmaster General Parley announced postal savings reached an all time high of 1 006 872 87 on February 28 as confidence in government grew. Withdrawals and deposits noted while foreign banks faced strains.
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Wall Street and Chicago grain show bullish drought era surge
New York stocks surged with gains over $1 while Chicago grain opened bullish. Wheat jumped the limit, corn rose 1 cent, cotton led with a $3.50 rise to 88 a bale, New Orleans grains up, and bonds plus corporate loans climbed as traders filled with optimism. Steel and industrials followed the rally as United States Steel, Whartonhouse, General Electric, and American Tobacco posted solid gains amid heavy trading and early turnover.
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South Winds to Return as Warm Sunshine Looms
The weather outlook predicts a shift from persistent cloud cover to south winds by Thursday and Friday. Expect heavy clouds, little sun, and a gradual temperature rise with Thursday reaching 74 degrees and Friday around 64.
Griffin Refuses to Concede West Run-Off Victory
In BROWNSVILLE Texas Gordon Griffin of McAllen refuses to concede defeat in the Fifteenth district congress race. Early tallies show West leading with 14 065 votes to Griffin 10 000 in the West Texas run off with Hidalgo and Cameron counties incomplete. Griffin demands a recount and reports 4134 for him and 227 for West in Hidalgo.
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Mrs Roosevelt Returns to Washington Amid Newark Flight Arrival
Mrs Frankiby D Roosevelt arrives at Washington airport at 11 20 p m after a stay in Newark New Jersey. The report notes ongoing state assembly discussions on beer sales and a range of applications granted in Chicago related to the matter, with references to departments and names blurred in the transmission.
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