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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 03, 1932

Page

7

Bridge Penalties to Cut Undertricks in Fall Code

New international bridge code to initiate steep penalties for nonvulnerable sets may take effect by early fall. Ely Culbertson announced tentative approval by the Whist Club card committee and pending submission to the Portland club in London. If adopted, undertricks will cost 100 to 200 points in early levels and 750 for six undertricks, aiming to curb psychic bidding.

New York Ely Culbertson Whist Club America Portland London Gulbertson Waldorf- Astoria Culbertson Herald Vanderbilt

Allenireniew Rheumatism Ad Claim Relief in 48 Hours

An advertisement touts Allenireniew as a remedy for rheumatism neuritis and pain claiming rapid relief within 48 hours. It promises no harmful drugs and offers a money back guarantee if results are not seen, with a broad distribution through druggists nationwide.

Allenrn

Boy Scouts Assist Police in Flower Parade Clean Up

The Observer notes the Boy Scouts helped police with the Flower Parade by performing a civic duty they had not done before. The reader is urged to recognize their role and dedication in keeping the event orderly for the community.

Oper Forum Trewds

Building Loan Inquiry Asked

A reader from The Light questions why public enlightenment on closed building and loan associations is lacking. The letter notes several such institutions statewide, citing slow liquidation and high salaries, including a $3,000 salary for a secretary, while borrowers face rising loan costs and dwindling equity.

Htor

Lawyers Blamed for Bank Wreckings

The editor argues lawyers control courts and legislation, allowing criminals in banking and investment firms to escape punishment in the United States versus Canada, England and Australia. It calls for a new system of local, state and national government to give voters quicker, responsive control.

United States Canada England Australia Washington

Woman 78 Killed In Auto Wreck Near Gonzales

Mrs BE Young, 78, was killed when the car overturned returning to Seguin from Edna after attending a funeral. Her daughter Mrs RL Knolle was critically injured and Dr RL Enolle, the third occupant, suffered minor injuries including a head cut and broken shoulder, arm and ribs. Funeral services for Mrs Young were planned for Brenham.

Gonzales BE. R. Young R. L. Knolle Seguin Edna R. L. Enolle

President Orders Tariff Bill Study In White House

President Hoover referred the Democratic tariff bill to the state treasury and commerce departments for detailed study. The measure, passed by the house last week over administration opposition, was received at the White House Saturday and may face a presidential veto.

Washington, D. C Congress Hoover State, Treasury and Commerce Departments House White House

Chemical Warfare Chief to Visit 8. A

Maj. Gen. Harry L. Gilchrist chief of chemical warfare service will leave Washington May 2 for San Antonio to confer with the chemical warfare officer of the Cleth Corps area. He will then go to San Francisco to meet the Ninth Corps area officer and visit Hawaii before returning to Washington.

Harry L. Gilchrist Chemical Warfare Service Washington San Antonio Clehth ‘Corps Corps San Francisco Ninth Corps Hawaii

German Economics Minister Quits in Discontent

Ndi Hermann Warmbold, German economics minister, resigned amid dissatisfaction with government financial policy and unemployment handling. His retirement is seen as likely to be followed by broader changes in the Bruening cabinet though a clearing of the post is uncertain.

Burlin Germany Ndi Hermann Warmbold Warmbold Bruening

Waste Paper Fails to Cover Car Freight Costs

The San Angelo Standard-Times reports a telegram from Kansas City showing a carload of 20 tons of waste paper shipped to Kansas City last week fell short by 37.24 dollars of covering the freight charges. The note notes thrift does not always pay.

Ban Angelo Texas Sao’ Angelo

Fatty Arbuckle planned comeback in vaudeville show

New York May 3. Roscoe Fatty Arbuckle the rotund comedian who thrilled silent screen audiences will attempt a stage comeback with his fiancée Addie McPhail in a New York vaudeville engagement opening Friday night. If successful he hopes to return to films.

New York Roscoe Fatty Arbuckle Addié McPhail

Woodward Likely to Run If Sterling Fails to Seek Re election

Abilene Texas May 9 Senator Walter Woodward of Coleman said he will run for governor this year if Governor Sterling does not seek reelection. If Sterling does not enter the race, I will, Woodward stated here yesterday.

Abisene Texas Aenator Walter Go, Woodward Coleman Go Ernor R. Sterling Sterling Woodward

Hudson Searched for Missing Pair

The Hudson river near the United States Military academy was patrolled today in a search for the bodies of two second-year cadets who disappeared Saturday after going out in a canoe. The missing students are Alan J. Light and Leo A. Eketm. Their canoe and two paddles have been found.

West Point N. Y Hudson River United States Military Academy Alan J. Light Leo A. Eketm

Counterfeiter Ordered to Help With Washing

Michael Bartis a 21 year old Nashua New Hampshire man was found guilty of passing counterfeit bills in Hartford Connecticut. Federal Judge Edwin T Thomas gave him a suspended sentence of one year and one day and placed him on two years probation. He was ordered to return home to assist his mother with household duties.

Hartford Conn Michael Bartis Nashua N. H Edwin

Railroads Loaned 4 188 582 by U S Credit Body

Washington May 3 7 The Railway Credit corporation reported to the Interstate Commerce Commission that it had loaned 4 188 582 to carriers to the end of April The corporation has could not meet all applications and the Reconstruction Finance corporation has advanced a large sum to railroads giving it orders on the credit corporation

Washington, D. C Railway Credit Corporation Interstate Commerce Commission Reconstruction Finance Corporation Gailroade Credit Corporation

Goodyear All-Weather Tread Debuts Noiseless Non-Skid

Goodyear touts the Noiseless Non-Skid All-Weather Tread as safer and quieter. The ad promises improved traction and grip in varying conditions, emphasizing braking performance and a silent ride.

Goodyear

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