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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 05, 1931

Page

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Disarmament chatter and wartime era views in a hazy column

A muddled NCR style column discusses disarmament led by Hoover and the International Chamber of Commerce, touching on world rehabilitation, advertising for achievement, and economic shifts. It cites Francis Coolidge and others, mentions mothers’ day and marriage as social priorities, and notes Seiji Yoshihara’s progress on a Tokyo to Nagasaki flight.

Hoover International Chamber of Commerce Balifori Fenieleenn

Judge Holds Fate of Burkett Trial After Prolonged Testimony

Testimony in the case against Sackett Burkett unfolds with jurors hearing police and witness accounts of a holdup at the Hed and White grocery. The defense and prosecution clash over a wife’s statement and the legality of using it against her husband.

Lockett East Cincinnati Avenue Ardon

Fair Weather Forecast For Next 24 Hours

A forecast from AH. dathoe of the weather Yarena predicts generally fair conditions in San Antonio for the next 24 hours. Temperatures stay near normal, with a low around 62 degrees expected Tuesday night and a high near 80 degrees. Winds shift from westerly to northerly, and precipitation is minimal.

San Antonio AH. Dathoe Darkioe Gortherir

Death of Lieutenant Berry Sparks Military Probe

Funeral services and military dinners marked the day as investigators combed a San Antonio case in which Lieutenant Berry was found shot to death in a car. A death certificate cites a cause uncertain until further inquiry. experts in New Orleans may examine shells. A pistol, one shell inside, another outside, and the bullet recovered near the vehicle are under scrutiny.

Tewlar John C. Borrs Benolis Field Aviasor Htul Automobila Seturtay Mitary Guthorilies Justice of the Peace Dghn Shock ‘Clanesdas Tan Gon Rhot Wonni San Antonio Pha Berry Ballistie New Orleans Lietenant Berry Shelley Undertaking Company Ihe Bey Wis Parets Mire George C. Berry Wibae Mraka Field Bau Antonio Lelie Henemy Berrs Thera Ben

Memorial Rites in Paris for Mrs Reid

Memorial services for Mia Whileinyy Meld, who died last week at Can Ferrat, will be held Thursday morning at the American cathedral with Dean Beekman officiating. Representatives of the French government and the American and German consulates will attend.

Paris Reid Tatys May Mia Whileinyy Meld Can Ferrat Thursaday Dean Beekman

Panacea for low mood and war debts dominate third commerce session

Delegates at the International Chamber of Commerce discuss remedies for the global depression, propose curbs on gambling by small traders, and warn that Allied debts worsen economic strains. Sir Alan G Anderson and Alberto Pirelli caution over debt reshaping and psychological factors influencing events. A trader urges restrictions on speculation and a shift to cash trading to stabilize markets.

Warhington International Chanter of Commerce Sylvia M. Darnes Heart of the Chamber of Commerce of the United States Congress Darife Commission Wnfort Ie Alan G. Anderson Pirelli Europe Shelvin A. Traylor It National Tank of Chienga Hone Eluniyes Ae Alsy

Weather Outlook With Variable Temperatures This Week

The forecast predicts modest winds and near normal temperatures through Tuesday. Expect warmest readings midweek with lighter winds from the northwest, then a gradual cool down toward the weekend as a cold front approaches.

Grave Diggers Study Frost Conditions Presented

Experts from Volsaraal Ferelrn WAA HINGTON, Mass report frost depth varies with temperature. Dr Fassig of the U S Weather Bureau outlined observations at the American Meteorological Society meeting noting frost depth increases as temperatures fall, averaging one inch for every 35 degrees north of the air coast.

Hington 1. C Mass de. O Fasnlg U.S

Flaming Well Shootings and Fire Fight Stifles Oil Well

Describes brutal efforts to cap a blazing Flaming Well oil well, as workers struggle to dislodge a ruptured joint. Fire rages, attempts with water, nitrozinerein charges, and a goose-neck tool fail to halt the blaze. Injuries and heroism noted as crews fight the inferno through the night.

Yilans Nerescars Harty Kintey Harry Kinley Howe Hames

Fliers on Return Hop to New York

SAN JUAN Porto Rico May 5 Clisde Pangborn Hugh Herndon and Capt Lewis Lancer who arrived here from New York via Santa Domingo on Sunday took off at 7 30 am today for Miami whence they will continue to New York arriving there Wednesday air raven

San Juan Porto Rico Clisde_ Pangborn Hugh Herndon Lewis Lancer New York Santa Domingo Raven

Siam royal pair rests at New York estate

The king and queen of Siam, staying in the United States, rested at a White Plains estate after attending a welcoming reception in New York. They spent the day at a private hall and relaxed in their wealth theater residence as they visit.

Siam N.Y White Plains N. T Mag Siar Oahir Hall New York

Wurzbach Faces Internal Strife Over Administration Ticket

Congressman Harry Wurzbach signals sympathy with the League amid a split with the Administration ticket in Fourteenth district politics. A confidential note to John Burley discusses party loyalties, whispers of deals, and a tense contest for reelection as opponents accuse supporters of betraying the machine.

Clifsons League Momoim Harry Mc Wurs-bach San Antonio Meadeye Teller John Burley Renty Burley Wurabach Fourteenth Torley Mron Insinnales Wricahael Toresent Aly Joshnoathan Guy McWarland A. RB Weakies Tengue Wurzbach Letten Gongressman Wirzbach Alar J Sonn Wurley San Antonin Yexan Johns

Local Broadcasts and Rallies Hit City Politics Schedule

A cluttered notice lists multiple political events and broadcasts across venues including Forrest Beangtt’s 8:00 p.m. KOND broadcast and a 200 p.m. mass meeting at Piktwan Sullivan park, with names such as James Young Jr and Henry Airshberg. Meetings and broadcasts span TSDEPENDENTS 7200 pM RTAP, KMAC, KTSA, and KONO channels, featuring various speakers and candidates including Mrs G Wedines and Mrs Ello Martha Hirshberg.

Tivkee Kond Forrest Beangtt Piktwan-Sullivan Park Sonil Wet Commerce Aibato Street Henry Airshberg John Royle F.C. Davis KONO Albert Mausner OFC M—Woat Bermdvent William Aubrey Sr

Birdman Prepares Third Leg of Hop to America

YEMARD Japan. Maroh-A- Yoshihara, Japan s foremost birdman, poised to begin the third leg of his bold flight toward the United States. With 661 miles behind him of a 6265-mile route, the aviator skins in a all-metal seaplane, braving bleak seas and barren coasts as he presses toward the Atlantic crossing.

Seiji Yoshihara Tokyo Numasaki Seiji Noma Yoshilight Yoshihara Yemard Japan Maroh A— Yoshihara Dapar United States Slanblag

British Flier Injured in Crash Near Hern

PATNEOBUTATT England May 5 A British flyer Waghorn competing for the Schueiler cup crashed near Hern and was seriously injured. Ground witnesses saw the plane plunge, and the flyer leapt clear with parachutes as the craft struck.

Patneobutatt England Lacuten J. Waghorn Great Britain Hern Wonghoro

Oklahoma Gasoline Sells at 11 Cents

Oklahoma gasoline sells at 11 cents per gallon across numerous filling stations in Oklahoma, with the five stations noted amid a statewide sale. The report highlights widespread consumer relief and a steady market response during the period.

Oklahoma

Extradition Decision Delayed by Laredo Judge

In Laredo Judge Cabello considers whether Sanchez will be sent to Texas for trial on outstanding charges. Papers not yet recited as of morning. Sanchez was held after a state department transfer from Mexico to District Fudge Gas bello Nuevo Lareda.

Sanehex

Two School Girls and Teacher Killed by Train

Miss Helen Scott 26 a traffic officer, died when a train struck her outdoor party to celebrate her birthday anniversary and the start of school. Three of her companions were injured, while her sister Beulah was unharmed. a second girl Raith Peterson 8 from the tracks was reported injured.

Awkinhon Helen Scott Terohur Biles Scott Raith Peterson Beulah T. Tune Manon Miss Scott

Fortified Canton Fortress Blast Kills Ten. Dozens Hurt

Ten people are killed and scores injured after an explosion at Xuchn fortress near Canton China. The arsenal allegedly incinerated the fort, destroying all fortress buildings in the blast. Authorities seek causes amid mounting mystery.

Canton China

Cartoonist Seeks Divorce to Rewed

New York on May 5 a cartoonist began divorce proceedings to wed Florenie Rive wife and daughter of Grant lant Ries, a sports writer. The move follows his stated plan to marry Rive after the divorce.

New York

Wanted Ads Almanac Finds Auto Shop Foreman Position

Classified section lists a shop foreman with twelve years in auto service and other opportunities. Read to view numerous listings, including a renting option at Wear Park and various notices. The page promotes hundreds of other opportunities in Tala Classified Ads.

Wear Park Howe

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