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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 22, 1931

Page

10

Miller Held in Jail on Extradition Charge in Webb County

Victor Miller also known as Charles Schwartz was held in jail after a writ of habeas corpus pending documentary evidence before Judge J. F. Mullall. He faces an indictment for conspiring to obtain funds from a Southern territory and an alleged plot to operate from New Bedford to New Orleans. His defense argues the Webb County charge violates the 1908 extradition treaty between the United States and France. Miller was arrested in San Antonio and brought in for hearings.

Tanedo Victor Miller Allak Count Dustig Coihidence Nia J. F. Mullall Aller Nes Attorners Muller Herman @mi Frank J. Vaushae Sanatonia Webb County United States France Miller Blum Leisiana San Antonio New Bedford

Four Spanish Stars Head to Hollywood for Film Versions

Spain receives four famed singers to Hollywood to record foreign versions of American films. Carmen Tarrabelli is hailed as the continent's leading lady, Ang Custodio is praised as the European Il Diva, while Mikiel Lighe likened to Charlie Chaplin for his character work and Cures Digz de Mendoza is noted as a dramatic artist.

Spain Hollywood Europe Carmen Tarrabelli Lalia Hibe Barryuvere Ang Custodio Applaus Clara Hav Minel Lighe Charlie Chaplin Characer Mendoza

Spring Debuts in San Antonio as First Day of Spring

Spring arrives in San Antonio on Saturday with trees in full leaf and wildflowers blooming. Weather observers report crisp mornings and warm days near normal for the season, with no immediate severe conditions.

Cyers Suring Sao Aquinte Weather Bureau J. H. Jarbee Reather Bureau San Antonio Jc A. Degrer

Alterman’s Men’s Store Extols Thrift and Spring Styles

Alterman’s Men’s Shop touts new spring merchandise including suits, hats, and accessories. Highlights feature two pairs of pants with vests at 35 dollars, Stetson and Sesle Park hats, and matching color assortments kept to meet popular demand. Manager promises Well Dressed Men will wear snap brim felts and laundered collars in bright colors.

Alterman Houston Samuen Irs Spring West Merman Han Ang Altermanu Alterman’s Sesle Park Alterman's

Conservative Clothes Trend Prompts New Fashion Slate

The text outlines a shift in apparel toward conservative, high quality garments with softer prices on some items yet overall emphasis on refined materials. It notes buyers favoring fit and style over drab looks, predicting lighter plumes for baskets and sportswear, pastel whites, and coordinated ensembles from suits to shirts and hosiery.

Bern Jose Snd Dloe Joxke’s Inoteh

Red Cross Quota Met in District and Hawaii Relief Drive

Washington March 21 The District of Columbia and Hawaii met their Red Cross quotas for drought relief. A nationwide fund drive raised the total to about 10,111,590 dollars with late contributions from Florida Iowa Minnesota South Dakota California and others.

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The Flame of Islam and prices in hard times

The piece surveys social mood and prices, noting prejudice and tolerance themes, then shifts to economic woes. It cites Harold Lamb’s The Flame of Islam and discusses Christian and Jewish woes, rising prices, and wartime slogans. It also mentions Uncle Sam’s deficits, oil, and U.S. production, with scattered historical anecdotes.

New York Police purge amid vice scandal fallout

Police officials announce the ouster of Antspe Mcbaughlin amid a widening probe into vice ring corruption and women framing, with other officers under review. Mayor Walker faces continued criticism as the department battles internal corruption while he vacations in Palm Springs.

W York Ipoliceman Antspe CG Mcbaughlin Incourx Farward Malrooner McTaughlin Niked Towoser Gordont MeLnashlin James Te Walker New York City Stewart Mullpower Polien Department Waser Walker Palm Springs Coli Ranyer Samuel Valermo

Fashion Ad Advises Sport Shoes For All Occasions

In a lively plea casual yet stylish, the piece argues sport shoes fit not only for athletic use but for beach outings social events and business wear. It urges men to own multiple colorways black and white brown and white and to purchase light weight cheerful sneakers for varied occasions.

Askanow Vimes Volar Logicgl Satunas San Antonio

Lose Fat a Pound a Day Diet Promises Quick Slimming

Advertorial claims rapid fat loss with a “pound a day” plan and a full stomach. Promotes spinach, broccoli, peas and lean meats as substitutes. touts seven pounds weekly and warns of hunger while urging indulgence in fruits and desserts as controlled dieting. Emphasizes easy weight loss and satisfaction with meals.

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