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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1931
Page
6
In Nuevo Laredo Mexico on a Sunday night GPS Ray Kiser of Tulsa scored 134 to 142 over Cars los Arturo Fruiz of Mexico City in a ten round Dewnpaper decision. Heiber edged Ruiz in a closely contested fight in ten rounds.
Universu Service New York reports two scientists from the University describe high frequency audible sound waves as capable of destroying bacteria and germs. They built an oscillating nickel tube connected to radio tubes to generate sound at about 800 cycles per second. The apparatus reportedly killed germs in a liquid medium and caused death of small organisms, sparking discussion on new research directions in matter structure.
March 23 report notes Dr. Turneal T. Cherrington, a dry reader, demanding both major parties declare their stance on prohibition. A gigantic group formed, with mentions of Inbaradag, seeking modification of Voletend iam as part of the effort.
EMORY GNIVENSITY Ga March 23 UP Increasing hope for anemia sufferers here through experimental metalized milk. Dr McGhee head of the bio chemistry department avoids using the word cure in his report on the process announced almost a year ago. He says virtually all anemia cells show striking improvement after drinking the milk as iron alloy components dissolve in the bloodstream.
March 24 report says Premier Mussolini will unveil changes to ecoustic policy after conferring with industrialists. He will outline measures affecting world trade, embargoed imports, and the tariff campaign theme “Italy will buy where truly way sets.” The speech text is expected to be sensational with world impact.
Playground baseball for business men starts at 7 4 o'clock Monday with Freel rames at San Pedro park tennis courts per Vic Schultz city athletic director for men. Twenty teams signed up this season. The four teams leading Friday night are the Southern Pacific Transport team and the Alamo Iron Works team, the city commissioner's office, and the Petephone company team.
Senator C C Dill of Washington accuses President Hoover of blocking congressional relief efforts to relieve unemployment and relocate relief funds. Dill, speaking on the Pacific Coast network of United Broadcasting Company, says Hoover disapproved all proposed plans and prevented a majority from supporting the president.
In the Hitty-seventh District Court Judge Anderson set James murder case for a Tuesday jury trial. Alexander TL Amwee is charged with the Christmas Eve shooting of Yester Coultrane, while Wil Tiaw Bryan faces related murder charges in the fatal confrontation at 1004 Van Ness Street. A mistrial occurred earlier when a juror issue paused proceedings.
Four people die in a sequence of mid air crashes over Los Angeles. Wilbert Wadeleigh and his wife Lorene Wadeleigh perished in a damaged biplane. Aline Miller a 22 year old actress and stunt flyer Ivan De Villiers a 40 year old motion picture pilot were also killed in separate incidents during the same 20 minute span.
Lon Hamilton named director of athletics for women with Wirilton assisting Maes Wilson. First task is forming senior junior and intermediate women’s baseball teams. Hamilton previously directed the playground at Roosevelt Park.
In Baltimore on March 23 doctors will cover heart disease and cancer at the annual clinical session. The topics include leading causes of death in the United States and nutrition considerations. The session continues on Friday with expert discussions.
Survivors from a Viking disaster aboard the rescue steamer Tsagona reached St John’s Newfoundland as barriers and shifting winds tested the voyage. Prime Minister Richard Squires announced an inquiry into the explosion, details pending.
Mrs. Marie Meafullon, 1225 South San Mireo retreat, died at Hevert B. Green hospital after drinking poison. Detectives believe she wanted to join her daughter Tillian, who passed away a year ago.
Washington plan discussed in the Silver Conference aims to restore economic power by monetary reform. The discourse centers on revival of the dollar standard and its anticipated impact on global influence, with participants from Caribbean regions and various movements weighing the approach.
Wallington D C reports in March that the United States Government expects to retire more than 1.2 billion dollars during the coming fiscal year, signaling a new peace time spending record. The figures, drawn from official estimates, highlight rising government outlays as the era of postwar budgeting continues.
A rat bite sent Curtis Munt of William Road to Robert M. Greta hospital for treatment after a rat bit him six times while he tried to retrieve a ludy from a drawer. Pete Groll of 1803 Delgallo Street cut his left leg while cutting grass. Jape Clar of 310 North Fela Street was struck in the face by a baseball while watching a game.
In Belgrade, a March earthquake in the south completed its toll with many buildings collapsing. The population has grown apathetic as numerous displacements and structural failures disrupt daily life.
Daniel R Daly was ordained as a priest and celebrated his first mass at Visitation Church in Chicago. The ceremony Saturday marked Daly's ordination and his initial service to the parish community.
Governor Roosevelt weighs action on removal of a mayor or alderman over misappropriation and incompetence. Indicated at the capitol, a decision could come within hours. The Republican committee accuses the administration of blocking a full corruption inquiry in New York City affairs.
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