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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1932
Page
1
Arthur Brisbane critiques wartime and postwar policy as Congress debates soldiers bonuses and taxes. He argues for immediate spending to stimulate the economy, warning against excessive banking aid and proposing tax and money-printing options. He notes political maneuvering, public sentiment, and the impact on theater and cinema industries.
Honolulu May 1 The Ala Maena attack case that has dominated Hawaii politics and society for months was reset for retrial on May 35. Judge Christy issued a subpoena for Mrs Thalia Massie to appear, but her fate remains unsettled as she contemplates a voyage to San Francisco with Colonel Massie and relatives. The Massie family faced nervous strain amid uncertainties over pardons and a looming retrial while Governor Judd delayed action on clemency requests.
Patchy clouds over Antonia and Bun area with low near 66 and high around 84. Light to moderate southerly winds. East Texas forecast partly cloudy with scattered showers east portion. Coast likely moderate winds from the south. Further details on Page 2.
In Moscow a plan aims to avert a bread shortage by boosting peasant initiative on collectivization. Premier Molotov and Dictator Bialin support measures cutting state grain quotas and allowing government sales on the market to release supplies.
Col W B Tuttle announced a revised loan package from the Reconstruction Finance Corp for reorganisation of City Central Bank and Trust. The application, redrawn to meet RF C objections, outlines eligibility and added collateral. Tuttle would present to RF C in Washington with Dan Moody and a San Antonio bank executive.
Western senators press for Hoover to call an international silver conference in Washington. Senator King of Utah hails the state department's note that the United States would attend if a conference is convened.
In Clinton Iowa on May 7 Douglas Mansfield a Chicago and Northwestern railroad engineer with nearly 50 years on the rails was killed in an accident at Watkins Iowa. A board tore loose from a passing freight train striking his cab window and fatally injuring him.
In Geneva on May 7 the disarmament conference suspended sessions and began bilomoum ing for President Counter of France. Arthur Henderson, president of the conference, telegraphed condolences to the French nation on the occasion.
Washington May 7 The Republican national convention will adopt a platform favoring a re submission of the eighteenth amendment Senator Bingham Republican of Connecticut said today He predicted the party will back revisiting the constitutional change at the upcoming gathering in Washington D C
Reports from New York say Mrs Andrew W Mal Jon, ex wife of the American ambassador to England, plans reconciliation with her former husband. She sailed yesterday from New York on the Milwaukee bound for Europe, indicating a possible reunion in England.
May 9 report from Washington details President Hoover accusing Congress of obstructing his economy and tax plans. Democratic Rep Bankhead calls Hoover a common scald, while Rep Snell defends the administration. Debates center on budget balance and political maneuvering amid calls for a more constructive path.
Floyd Gibbons, NBC and USIN correspondent, urges military rule for Hawaii to prevent loss of the islands as a strategic western defense. He compares Hawaii’s fate to Heligoland and notes two thirds of residents are Asiatic. white Americans are about 10 percent. He links protection of American women and national integrity to events in Honolulu.
Oklahoma City May 1 The martial law edict by which Governor Alfalfa Bill Murray threatened oil drilling restrictions was formally revoked today by the governor. The city markets and oil interests were affected as the decree was rescinded and enforcement halted.
Washington reporters note the capital sweltered under a 90 degree peak, marking the warmest day of the season. The temperature reading and weather conditions dominated the scene as residents sought shade and relief.
The total short interest on the New York Stock Exchange fell by 621,297 shares in April. On May 2 the NYSE reported 2,760,181 shares short, down from 9,279,388 on April 4, reflecting a sharp monthly decline in short positions.
The piece argues Congress should seize Hawaii from what it calls corrupt local rule and place the islands under United States Military Bureau of Insular Affairs. It asserts Hawaii is a strategic liability and a potential Japanese base, urging immediate military control and full American governance.
About three thousand unemployed will start a 1900-mile protest march from Birmingham to Washington on Tuesday to demand immediate payment of the soldiers' bonus. John King of the Veteran Voters union announced the plan, with the march set to begin at 10 oclock.
Washington May 1 reports extraordinary precautions for Hoover as France’s President is assassinated. Guard units are doubled and vigilance increased as authorities assess danger.
In Austin in May 40 Texan delegates to the Democratic National Convention pledged to vote for Speaker John N Garner as the presidential nominee. Delegates from 254 counties approved instructions to the Texas delegation to vote as one unit with no second choices. Resolutions on the pro nomination were defeated. Garner instructions from precinct conventions will guide the state delegation.
In Bexar County precinct conventions Garner wins unanimous support with delegates instructed to back Garner to the county convention. No dissenting votes reported as the county party gears up for a Tuesday session at the courthouse. Harry P Drought chair of Garner forces notes unity and predicts strong backing for Garner as Texans pledge loyalty to the Texan candidate. Continued on Page 6, Cal. 5.
A garbled classified notice lists rental offers and rates for apartments and rooms at multiple addresses with monthly prices. Mentions names and locations, including Victoria and Winniper, and references to contact options and timing. The text is heavily distorted but centers on rental opportunities and pricing for summer months.
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