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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1931
Page
1
A column by Arthur Brisbane argues for decisive leadership in America amid economic pressure and bootlegging crime. It ponders figures like J Pierpont Morgan and Theodore Roosevelt while warning that nations get leaders they deserve and that Prohibition fuels crime.
The final set of historic puzzle pictures in The Light's $1000 Old Glory contest appears on Page 8 of the Real Estate section. Answers to Content No. B and clues to the last content are on this page. Prize winners Content No. 6 will be announced in the main news section.
Fred Burke, the infamous Chicago gangster, was ordered extradited to Michigan where he faces murder charges in the Slattery case. Governor Caulfield pressed the request as Michigan planned a guarded transport, amid Chicago rumors of a rescue plot. Burke, questioned by reporters, hinted at hope of staying put while Capone denied any connection.
Scientists report hot baths before bed do not improve sleep. Sugars and carbohydrates aid sl eep more than baths or exercise. Light physical exertion raises wakefulness, while mental effort slightly worsens sleep. The study involved young college women at Hamilton, New York.
Oklahoma leaders discuss a plan for oil states to join in selecting an oil dictator to regulate production. Governor Murray suggests the idea could be raised at the Washington conference on April 7 with Oklahoma represented by Geers and Murray.
A federal judge dismissed a one million dollar libel suit filed by Mrs Mable Walker Wille former assistant attorney general and current News Features, against the Nations, a former provision agent. The court ruled the case could not proceed and Willebrand was unable to obtain her view on the matter.
Washington March 28 President Hoover returns to the White House to shape his position for re nomination in 1922 amid factional strife over the Republican party chairmanship and vice presidential ambitions.
A strong earthquake near Pasadena is recorded at 4 33 36 am by the Carnegie Seismolaria laboratory. The tremor closely resembled the magnitude and character of the recent Philippine Islands temblor, measured about ten days prior.
Reports from Albany indicate Tammany Hall may back former Governor Smith for the Democratic presidential nomination next year, instead of Governor Rainey. The news comes after a conference of Nemacentte chiefs and leaders from Tammany Hall in New York.
In Debrere town of Tunapest Moreh 282 NS a large crowd of about 4000 attempted to storm the city today. One hundred injuries were reported and police moved to control the crowd amid widespread discontent following acute agricultural downturn.
Washington officials reported two victories for backers of a plan to curb American gambling spending. The Solicitor of the Treasury, Robert J. Mawhinney, ruled that an 8 p.m. closing order is legal, reinforcing a tighter border control measure. The announcement, dated March 28, reflects ongoing efforts to limit cross border gambling expenditures.
In Hillmanrh Oregon on March 23 Nelson Bowles and Miss Ina C Loucks were acquitted of the Mere, Leo murder. The defense argued Bowles wife Mrs Bowles killed herself in Loucks apartment where the trio had met to discuss their alleged entanglements. Witnesses testified Mrs Bowles threatened to take her own life to resolve the situation.
President Hoover will address the opening of the American Red Cross event on April 14, as announced today. The address marks the keynote of a scheduled program at the Red Cross venue.
In New York on March 28 Bishop William T. Mennins refused to grant a marriage dispensation to the Rev. Eliot White, formerly of Grace Church, blocking his attempt to wed despite the proceedings labeled as a trial.
Forecast shows moderate to light winds with varying cloudiness across regions. Expect daytime temperatures near 30 to 40 degrees with cooler nights and mild warmth returning later in the week.
Der Spiegel reports that President Paul von Hindenburg and Chancellor Reinrich Brievering issued a decree suspending seven articles of the constitution. The measure grants censorship of public and private assemblies and bans firearms, signaling a turn toward sweeping power to quell agitation amid rising socialist and communist activity.
Washington leaders clash over Senator Teed's call to abolish the federal farm board. Senator McNary of Oregon and Senator Bess of Ohio argue against dismantling the board before it fully tests its ability to address agricultural issues.
The state railroad commission indicated its decisions on proration for East Texas funds and curtailment of production in other fields would not be known before Monday.
Former Ohio governor Janus My Cor underwent an appendix operation in Miami Beach today. He is resting well after the procedure and is said to be in good condition.
Anne Yule widow of Sir Davis Vite arrives in Calif with $10 million East Indian trade fortune. She plans several weeks aboard the Nahlin yacht, 312 feet long, valued around 1.5 million dollars, to mingle with American and British friends.
Washington March 2 188? Figures from the crop reporting board show the 188? wheat crop forecast at about 300,000,000 bushels, roughly 77,000,000 below the average of the past five years. Secretary of Agriculture Hyde notes a 10 to 12 percent reduction from normal due to conditions.
A New York Times style dispatch reports rum running boats sent counterfeit distress calls to call in the coast guard and avoid capture. The hoax led to a broad search by patrol boats, lighthouse radios, and unlicensed stations near Barnegat and Hoboken as authorities traced the false signals.
The long running White House Easter Monday egg roll will be altered. Mrs. Herbert Moorer has secured a group of folk dances and concerts by the United States Marine Band for the event, replacing the traditional egg rolling act.
Madrid reports King Alfonso XIII approved a $60,000,000 loan arranged by J. P. Morgan and Company of New York. International bankers will supply the funds to strengthen Spain's exchange until the government stabilizes the peseta.
Sixteen students were expelled after a week long investigation by Dean G E Edmondson of the university’s student affairs committee. Three campus organizations were penalized as authorities concluded a liquor party incident on campus.
Denver dispatch reports a severe blizzard across Colorado and neighboring states claiming ten lives. Seventeen schoolchildren, survivors from the Towner bus disaster near Towner, Colorado, remain hospitalized with pneumonia and frostbite as hopes fade for some.
Job listing invites women to take over a local sales territory with a pleasant personality. Mentions profits and commissions while noting location near a boulevard and city limits. Indicates multiple items and classifications and a filler note about a light plant and rebuilt bakeries for sale.
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