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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1933
Page
16
Arthur Brisbane writes about current affairs with brisk observations on public life and the week’s notable happenings in markets politics and culture, offering concise commentary and a reader friendly take on issues shaping the day.
The text blends a legendary Patrick origin with modern topics, noting Patrick’s youth as a slave in Ireland, later priestly work, and Irish lore. It shifts to 20th century concerns about farm relief plans, stock markets, and political tensions in Europe, mentioning Mussolini, MacDonald, and looming war, then reports a naval dirigible flight near Bradenton, Florida.
The president and first lady celebrated their twenty eighth wedding anniversary with a small family gathering in Washington. Only a few old friends attended dinner, including several who were at their New York wedding twenty eight years ago.
San Antonio witnessed the installation of Quin as mayor after the death of M. Chambers. He took two oaths of office, pledged to uphold Texas and U S laws, and affirmed support for the progressive program begun by his predecessor. The city commissioners expressed full backing as the new mayor assumed duties.
In Washington D C on March 17 Democratic leaders moved to send beer legislation to conference with the Senate to resolve differences between the two houses. The House bill allows 3.2 percent alcohol, while the Senate proposes 8.2 percent. Key figures include Representative Byrns of Tennessee, Chairman Doughton, and sponsors Cullen of New York and McCormack of Massachusetts. Proponents prefer preserving House language, while opponents seek limited changes and a separate light-wines bill. A conference and final passage are anticipated, with a predicted White House signature by Monday.
The Texas house passed a referendum bill for a general election in 1934 to ratify repeal of the eighteenth amendment. The vote was 120 to 5. An early election date was defeated. the bill provides separate conventions for prohibitionists and anti-prohibitionists to select delegates for a statewide vote.
Tokyo dispatch reports heavy punishment by Japanese bombing planes against Chinese troops attacking Japanese positions at Hsinfengkow the central Great Wall pass along the Jehol frontier A crew of five Japanese advisors suffered losses when a bomber failed to return to base near Manemirin Joho frontier
A plane crash at Fort Worth Municipal Airpark last night left three aboard burned. Witnesses say the craft circled, banked sharply, and exploded upon impact after the pilot lost control. Names reported include Merle Brock and Staniler bolts, with other crew said to be injured.
The Cleveland area reports indicate all movie theaters shut down amid a wage dispute affecting workers. Theater employees faced wage reductions and managers warned of continued closures, reflecting long standing labor tensions in the city’s entertainment scene.
A partial transcription notes that discussions of winter government debts were to be held. It mentions Premier Foard Patellier and Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald in a context suggesting a high level meeting. The fragment indicates a looming formal dialogue on national finances.
Taxpayers paid more during the first 16 days of March than last year, despite a two week extension. Revenue figures show 34,082,240 dollars for early March, about two million higher than the same period last year, though accounting for thousands delaying returns due to the holiday extension.
Weather forecast predicts a mix of sunshine and clouds across East Texas and San Antonio area. Fragments mention Friday and Saturday conditions with south winds, occasional sun, and a high near 24 degrees on Saturday.
March 17 reports indicate Peter Waters of Portland Oregon and Waters in Washington led a meeting to form the American Nationalist party. About 250 attendees, mostly works supporters, signed pledges with a few opposing factions present. The group stated no intent to impede President Roosevelt’s policies.
A report from Bastrop notes the Mandle Ol end Refining Fiske No 1 site bringing in a crude oil haul on Thursday near Bastrop. The operation involved a new pipeline segment delivering about 0000 barrels per day through the southwest section, with officials monitoring the flow and safety protocols.
Markets closed with grain prices firmer while stocks softened on the New York exchanges. Trading was quieter with some declines in Crown Cork and Owens-Illinois, as options shifted and foreign exchange favored the dollar. The Federal Reserve weekly report noted a rapid recovery but money in circulation fell slightly and bank borrowings eased, signaling tighter liquidity.
Partly cloudy conditions with variable winds. Friday night and Saturday expect cooler temperatures around 64 degrees with possible showers or thunderstorms, mainly in the northeast. West Texas region may see partly cloudy skies and a chance of rain southward, with colder temperatures Friday night and Saturday.
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