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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1931
Page
2
Reports from Bucharest describe King Carol and Queen Helen reacting to royal physician warnings as Michael the boy battles diphtheria and influenza. The scene unfolds as Parliament dissolves and new elections loom amid public protests and a shifting political climate.
A Red Cross health class was conducted at the lodge. The course covered home economics public health topics. Cost is $1.25 per person.
Travis Sheriff seeks Dallas man in connection with warrants issued after a Trevia county grand jury indicted John sis on a fee certificate matter. Authorities emphasize urgency and cooperation from Ada and Delles in locating the suspect, with potential stakes around 150000.
Fragmentary local weather report lists April dates, precipitation totals, and miscellaneous figures for stations such as Bar, Uke Bar, and Peder. Mentions normal precipitation, a mix of numbers, and references to days like Saturday with unclear context and names.
Reports say Prince Gravely Ili Crown Prince Michael once a boy king now faces diphtheria. Observers note concern over his condition as details from sources remain fragmented.
An unclear Grapevine dispatch mentions an abandoned burning car near Sineca, II, and a failed court appearance by Michael Price Heidlee. The piece hints at underworld rumors and a phrase about being taken for a ride. It also touches on growth in Southwest Texas and real estate investments in a light, promotional tone.
Across Berlin Madrid and Moscow crowds mark May Day as police battle radicals. In Berlin a police officer dies and several wounded while Spain sees civilians shot and a policeman wounded. In Moscow troops parade as Stalin is cheered amid the show of Soviet readiness. In New York Union Square and Boston recall clashes as police deploy. In Bulgaria arrests follow clashes between Communists and authorities.
Springfield dispatch reports aviator Captain Ive Baker poised to fly from Belleville to Dayton after weather delays near Rolla. The mission includes meeting Col Truhee F. Davidson, assistant secretary of war, with Baker cited for service in Belgium Poland and the Falklands. Police mobilization in some cities aims to deter demonstrations amid tensions, as Oklahoma National Guard prepared for emergencies under Governor Murray.
New York May 1. The stock market tumbled in a sudden tailspin with shares like Afiburn Auto losing about 34 points from the day’s best, after an early gain. Steel and banks led losses as prices drifted lower, closing at indicated lower levels amid a slow session.
Bandits robbed a Houston shoe store last night, forcing three employees to the floor and escaping with 166 dollars. Police pursued but no arrests were reported as of this edition.
In Valparaiso May 1 a case explored use of a secret lie detector machine to prove a former football player did not murder Aliens Drives. Leonard Relid, a criminologist, testified as Kirkland denied all associations. Defendants brought in Keeler and lie defectors under cover in the presence of the court amid potential death penalty fears. The trial then moved to jury selection after hours of voir dire amid no-drinking youths expressed during proceedings.
A dairy worker and another victim suffered serious injuries when a truck collided with a light post. The crash damaged the steering gear. 24 year old Tally from 412 Ninth Street sustained cuts to the head and face. Both were rushed to Robert B. Green Hospital.
Rio de Janeiro papers report a catastrophic explosion that leveled a building in Nictheroy killing at least 40 and injuring 70. Rescue crews comb the ruins as officials search for missing victims with death toll estimates ranging up to 200 and no cause yet determined.
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