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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 30, 1931

Page

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Ben Bridges Post Vacant as General at Arms

General Charles H Bridges presides as acting head of the arms unit. Reported movements include transport status near Loe to Washington and a ceremonial gun salute marking a regiment’s reassignment. Awaiting official orders, the Fish Corps quarters indicate routine mobilization and preparations for the next assignment.

Atha Charles H Bridges Dilant Fas Vikilora Kurt Sans Rivte Washington Tromeerie Leip Dai Californias Yeliug Iam Ford Transport W. Cousland Gonreal Hribees Sam Huei Wwe Souavtaniolus

Chamber Group to Attend Cuero Fete

Chamber officials HL Gaubscher and Porter A. Whales will lead a Cuero delegation to the April 28 annual meeting. Maj. Gen Edwin D. Wiens and other local leaders are slated to attend, with plans announced for a formal Guadalupe River discussion and an expected address by Senator Morris.

Gaubscher Oeecident Porter A. Whales Chamber of Commerce Cuero Guera Edwin D. Wiens Bie Guadalupe Senstor Morris Oranara Tee Selegeten Intel

Doyle Jurors Hear Final Arguments

A 17 man jury in the murder case of Jean Prasle, former cabaret entertainer, heard final arguments after judge Walfe instructed them to consider a verdict. The proceedings included discussion of possible verdicts and potential extensions.

Salt Lake Waar Utes Jean Prasle Sam Frank Memphis Dewelry James H. Walfe

Local entrant from Muffalo wins peculiar Irish sheep race

Clayton Woods of Muffalo, N. Y., achieved notable success in a quirky Irish sheep competition. The event drew attention for its unusual prize and the scramble of participants, with Woods securing a surprising placing amid uneven course conditions.

Clayton Woods Muffalo

Grunige Zeprak sailing tale from Hungarian storm voyage

Germans report a voyage by Grunze ZePack from Budapest to Wer honzar kere et lan and back. The ship faced a mid sea storm. crewed by Eriedrichshapen and Grat Zeypela, returning today after departure March 30.

Eriedrichshapen Budapest

Bell Tolled for Lost Mariners in San Francisco

A ceremonial tolling of bells in San Francisco honors mariners who perished at sea. The event, held near the Golden Gate, included a ritual procession and a formal memorial to those who sailed the deep and never returned, underscoring the citys maritime heritage and remembrance.

Ban Erangisco TNS San Francisco Maritime Mart Golden Gate Lannton Han bin Bell

Pennies Match Thrown As Eighty Dollars Is Lost

In a Denver scene dated March 20 a curious match unfolds between pennies and a larger sum as 80 dollars vanish amid distractible chatter. A passerby and a stranger converse while a thief or con artist circles, raising concern for bystanders.

Denver Minsi Geony Moese Roger Dane Jrm Penniel Denver Shert Melchiz

Marh 30 Trial Testimony in Brothers Murder Case

Alienist testimony challenged by defense as the prosecution builds its case against Brothers for the murder of Alfred Clanke at Singers Corners. Key witnesses Dr. A Phandecker and Ruthy face reliability questions as state presses to link defendants to the crime. Detectives from New York and officials join as potential rebuttal witnesses if defense argues broader conspiracy and drug triggers.

Chigagg Mareh Waulceman Anibany & Ruths Brothers A. Phandecker Mi. Aguyelute James Whitney O Bind Brothers Alfred Clanke Ling Chiense Peilune Underworld Hrothers Sato Mint Reson Dent Io Arklie Elis Panoebcher Huthy Holly Rothe Ruthy Ruth Poster Linzle Foster Tie Frank Margo Elinit New York Willer Tingle

US Drought Loans Praised by Hyde

Secretary of Agriculture Hyde reported to President Blair that drought relief loans are meeting needs. He cited a May 27 report totaling 2048 loans with an aggregate value around 22 dollars, noting strong impact on farmers during the drought era.

Hyde Washington Lustaret Blanrer

Bombings of Havana Mark Severe Loss in Cuba

A March 30 report notes a major bombing in Havana with extensive destruction. It claims large explosions devastated key targets including Spanish forces and mentions figures such as Fernando Batran and Cucwen in the chaotic aftermath.

BOMA HOWE Havana Cuba Terrire Fernando Batran Cucwen

Unclear text on Mary College courses and treatment guidance

Fragmentary report mentions Chicago May 4 courses on preparation for marriage. Dr Blanchard of Philadelphia referenced. Notes child study and parent valuation. Mentions psychiatric treatment for infant. Details are garbled and uncertain.

Chicago Mary Whs Iia Blanchard Philadelph

Jiminez Bonded on Liquor Charge in Cleveland

Jesus Thusiote was free on $500 bond Monday after arraignment before Commissioner Lovkhiorl on charges of unlawful possession and ownership of property deemed contraband for liquor. He entered a plea of not guilty. Pleading guilty to similar charges, Prises Retin was arraigned with a $500 bond.

Jesus Thusiote Fifates P. A. Lovkhiorl Timor Prises Retin

Brookhart Seeks Panama Rum Ban Progress

Panama City reports Senator Brookhart pushes bill to ban Panama rum exports. The item notes external pressures and potential congressional action, highlighting Brookhart's stance and anticipated votes in the House.

Brookhart Panama

Rescue Efforts After Fatal School Bus Accident

In a March disaster a school bus carrying 43 children crashed in Utah. Survivors praise diver Carl Miller for helping warm and comfort them as rescuers airlifted boys and girls to safety. The storm and flood wreckage hindered recovery, with amputations feared for some victims and the worst weather in years hampering relief work.

Wallen Lepar Maxwell Miller's Keetle

Escaped Prisoner Captured After Robertson County Chase

An escaped prisoner tied to a Stevensonville escape was captured near Cresson around 8:30 PM Sunday. He allegedly threatened workers and fled in a wrecked vehicle before surrendering to officers without further resistance. District officials reported no injuries.

Fort Worth Staten Coe Joby Martin Aru Iya Accans Paris WG Wilson Stephenvilin Manis

Plan for Delay of Road Pight Tabled

Austin dispatch reports a plan to delay road work and continue railroad booth resolution. Senator Etaphilim of Gonzales proposes giving precedence to a specific appropriation over others. The measure aims to adjust funding and timelines, with a focus on the continuation of the current work and related legislative actions.

Austin Ciror

Leg of Woman Found in Stream Near Newcastle Creek

A dismembered limb was discovered in the Brooksment of the Wy Mamaeley bridge area along Newcastle Creek. Police opened an inquest to determine if the remains are linked to a recent disappearance and whether the body parts belong to the same person.

New York Newcastle Creek Rocky Wy Mamaeley Bridge Latiniax

Breathsmeller boom to catch drinkers in new test

A novel device named breathsmeller promises to detect alcohol by sampling a drinker’s breath. The apparatus uses a ballooned chamber and a lightweight bubbler to analyze exhaled air, suggesting enforcement officers could quickly screen for intoxication with a simple nose or mouth test.

Indianapolles Marely Fieties

Georgia farmer marks 73 years without a haircut

A Georgia man from Tawnsonville records an extraordinary 73 years without a haircut. The story notes his daily routine and long life amid unclear details and fragmented OCR text.

Georgia Farmer

One Cent a Day Pays Life Insurance Offer

An ad from The Vesta Site & Gnayaley offers affordable policies for ages 10 to 70 in Kansas City Missouri. It claims disability and death benefits with no medical exam and a 10 day police inspection, inviting immediate enrollments.

Vesta Leylneg Kansas City Henk

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