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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1933
Page
10
A compact column by Arthur Brisbane models a brisk, opinionated daily briefing. The text hints at cultural and political commentary with brisk, period voice and concise observations.
Miami March 21. Master Dowdell heard the divorce action of Janet Alten Walker wife of former New York mayor James John Walker. Mrs Walker testified she had sought reconciliation and that he left her in October 1928 while she maintained he contributed to living expenses. Her witnesses testified they knew Mrs Walker through real estate dealings and had not seen Walker in her Miami homes.
Paris reports a sharp reversal in currency trading as the dollar strengthened to 25.52 after opening around 23.40. Short sellers, betting on a decline during the American banking holiday, were forced to cover, while the pound sterling closed at 87.15.
YOUNGSTOWN Ohio March 41 Four men were held today for questioning in the kidnapping of Peter Myers jr but the 15 year old Masury Ohio boy’s father said he did not believe they were connected with the abduction. The elder Myers had futilely traveled to Masury to locate his son who was snatched from his home Saturday by three men with revolvers and a submachine gun. One man slipped a note to the family chauffeur telling them to keep silent and that their agent would see them in a few days.
Chicago report says Robert B. Keating once a major beer racket figure in the Danny Stanton gang was killed by Edward Felch after a station robbery. The pair fled in a car as Felch fired six shots into the vehicle, a fatal shot hitting Keating in the head.
Lima reports that Peruvian and Colombian aircraft fought Sunday near Tarapeca in the Le icla border area. Colombian seaplanes and troops were bombed during the clash, with Colombian forces retreating at night after a counterattack on Friday.
Partly cloudy and warmer Tuesday night and Wednesday. Low Tuesday night around 40s and Wednesday high near 80. Moderate southerly wind. Monday high 62, Tuesday low 48, Tuesday high about 70. West Texas and Central areas note similar warmth with coastal moderating winds and variable cloudiness.
Washington March 1 The House leadership abandoned hopes of passing the farm bill by nightfall and expects approval tomorrow. Speaker Rainey said debate will run long under a strict four hour rule. Republican leaders planned a vigorous attack with Snell while committee plans emphasize stabilizing prices and maintaining farmer purchasing power. The formal report argues measures will raise farmer returns, support rural banking, and protect consumers from excessive price shifts while preserving prewar purchasing power.
Guilford College in North Carolina adds a compulsory marriage course for second year students. The program includes a professor, textbooks, and examinations to teach young people how to be happily married.
Washington March 21 The house voted final passage of the 3.2 beer and wine bill but senate adjournment prevented sending it to President Roosevelt tonight. No recorded vote. a brief list named Rep Blanton of Texas as the yeas. If signed tomorrow, a 15 day wait precedes sale in states with no restrictions. The measure ends a 13 year wets vs drys fight with victory for the pro prohibition foe, as the senate approved the 3.2 per cent tent alcohol content. The conference retained the house 3.2 per cent while rejecting the senate 3.05 per cent imitation.
In Sonora authorities and Governor Rudolpho Elias Calles pursue a tax cut plan to undercut the legalized American beer market. Mexican brewers claim higher alcohol content and vow to resist US policy as talks loom before Roosevelt.
Hollywood gossip traces Joan Crawford and Douglas Fairbanks Jr to a separation prompted by the Dietz legal case. Crawford reportedly told friends she would disclose the split first to local papers, while Fairbanks faced the ongoing lawsuit and troubled romance.
Washington March 24 The farm board chairmen announced the Red Cross would assume control of relief wheat held by him by August 1 and the balance of stabilization relief wheat and cotton by October 31.
The forecast calls for mixed sun and clouds with rising temperatures. Temperatures dipped to 6 degrees over the past two mornings as north winds yielded to south winds. By Tuesday afternoon warmth is expected, with a high near 70, and a 54 degree low anticipated for Wednesday.
In Lansing on March 21 the Michigan Supreme Court denied a petition asking to stop the secretary of state from certifying April 3 delegates to a state convention. The suit led by the Michigan Allied Forces challenged how delegates to the convention were nominated in the lead up to a proposed repeal of the eighteenth amendment.
In Washington March al Roosevelt asks Congress to create a civilian conservation corps to put 250000 men to work by early summer. He outlines grants to states for relief work and a broad public works program and proposes a federal relief administration to coordinate efforts. Funds available for relief until May, with plans to be submitted soon.
Apartment listings show multiple units with monthly rents from 27 to 430 dollars. Locations include Delmar, Waverly, Hammond, and AvANL MOLNAR. owners labeled and contact details partially visible. The notice requests readers to obtain further information from owners or local agents.
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