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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1933
Page
3
A reform measure backed by builders and engineers in Los Angeles advocates a city wide ordinance within six months to regulate future construction against horizontal earthquake forces, showcased during a 200 reader exhibit.
The State railroad commission ordered a statewide oil proration hearing set for April 3 in Austin after delaying a March 27 session. The change adds East Texas and Conroe districts to the list and aims to meet federal court tests following a ruling invalidating a prior East Texas order. The commission, in talks with the attorney general, seeks a compliant order.
In Teras near Webb County two accused cattle thieves bound and gagged a Mexican rider after slaughtering calves. Bloodhounds from Sheriff Sex Beart at Seguin failed to track them through the brush. The victim freed himself, raised alarms, and help arrived as the suspects fled.
In SROWNEVILLE Texas on March 25 a new robot plant was tested and planned to launch to Mexico City aboard the aircraft Wine Mze. The effort faced customs delays delaying takeoff and postponing the second leg of the world tour.
A long list of social events from Mrs. Creason’s birthday dinner to Mrs. Farnsworth and Mrs. Kirkpatrick teas. Guests included Miss Dorothy Edie Clark of Spring Lake, Miss Margaret Halm and Malcolm Russell Gregg, with rehearsals for a wedding. Also noted are luncheon parties, fashion show models, bridge club gatherings, and various home celebrations across Fredericksburg road and Argyle hotel.
Dallas report details a 1 year old pupil plunging into a school cistern today. The structure collapsed after a catwalk gave way, dropping the child about 30 feet into four feet of water. Firefighters worked to revive the girl with no success.
A called meeting of the Bar Association discusses examining economic conditions. The district court is to act on recommendations to speed proceedings in the interest of economy. A noted member, Movravid, is linked to the association’s plans.
Henry Wolf sues to invalidate a June 1 1892 will of late baker H Wolf who died January 7 at 48 seeking probate of a November 24 129 will. Estate valued around 100000 with shares for Hugo Edgar Henry and daughter Mrs Clara Dewey. earlier will divided equally among children and grandchildren. The contest claims lack of sound mind and undue influence by Mrs Dewey. temporary executor named by Commercial Loan and Trust Co. Bond under 50000. Three-line Light ad notes 62.10 cost with Pannin 231.
Batesville area workers cutting a route for a new highway found a three inch long tree frog living inside an oak. The animal, possibly resident since before the American Revolution, emerged when the tree was cut. W. G. Baxter reported the odd discovery to The Light. The frog appeared healthy and active after years without sun or food, sparking questions about its survival inside the tree.
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