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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1931
Page
1
Arthur Brisbane recounts President Hoover and Secretary Mellon in Washington amid wartime memory and postwar recovery. He notes confidence in industry and electricity transforming oil, railroads, and employment, with optimism for 1931's grain, crops, and wealth despite Depression fears.
Mrs Bessie Sharp and William Burleson are jailed in Sanderson after a string of alleged poisonings aimed at Sharp's husband Telefus. In confessions released by District Attorney Julian LaGrosse, Sharp admitted to poisoning with strychnine, first in tea and later in castor oil, while Burleson admitted intent to marry Sharp after divorcing her husband. A preliminary hearing is set for Tuesday in Sanderson before Justice Henry Gates, with murder charges filed against Sharp and Burleson after test reveals strychnine in the victim’s viscera.
A fragmented Victorian era style political broadcast log lists speakers, stations, and times for campaign events. Names include Leno, Ligek, Meyer, McNecdry, and McCallister, with times ranging from 2:34 p.m. to 6:38 p.m. It notes broadcast segments on ATHA and KONO and references Citizens League and various committees.
Delayed preliminary hearing for Obadal and accomplice on charges of attempting to use another poll receipt to vote. Witness Hillman, present with carnival, expected to be brought back for Friday hearing as District Attorney and investigators outline testimony. Ray freed on own recognizance. Obadal claims political frame up and blames Reuben Ray in a written statement.
A weather forecast from J H Ime of the weather bureau predicts a perfect spring day for Sunday in San Antonians. Fair cool weather is expected Saturday night and Sunday with night lows around 60 degrees and daytime sunshine pushing highs near 85 degrees.
Dr Albert Michelson, 73, remains unconscious in Pasadena after a cerebral hemorrhage. On May 9 doctors said he grew weaker and likely will not recover. A separate item notes Miss Mice A Driggs proposing to fake murder and death to steal an American Museum of Musical Art exhibit.
Weather notes mention Saturday night and Sunday with varying temperatures and sleet. Winds described as northerly with shifting conditions. Forecast hints cooler Saturday, then slight warmth, and general moderate northerly winds. Page 2 reference included.
Oklahoma City May 9 A stockholder Miss Ma r fo y ie Bennett of Hollywood filed a receivership suit against oil promoter C J Julian and four of his companies. The petition alleges incompetence and dissipation of assets and asks trusteeship for five firms including the Julian Oil and Hospitalica, City Drilling, and Black Warrior. Defendants include T L Bolling and Glas Meno. Julian is free on bond on extortion and kidnapping charges in Redo Texas.
An early takeoff attempt by the German flying boat DG-X bound for South America failed due to heavy load and lack of favorable winds. The report, relayed by the national telegraph wireless bureau, places the incident near Masages Island off the African coast.
AUSTIN May 9 UPI A petition to restrain the railroad commission from enforcing proration in the East Texas oil field was denied yesterday by Judge J D Moore in Travis county district court. The Zlde-Rowell company filed the petition and it was denied without prejudice. A separate petition by Central Pipe Line company for a restraining order was filed and set for hearing. Both suits applied only to the plaintiffs properties.
The tanker Huth Kellogg, traveling from Texas City to Warner City New Jersey, fought a three hour fire at sea. One crewman was lost after being badly burned and jumping overboard amid the smoke and flames.
The giant German seaplane DD X is conducting frequent short tests near Bolama island off Portuguese Guinea as it seeks a transatlantic take off site for a flight to Brazil. Dornier officials expect radio communication with the mainland and plan further trials from its anchorage off the island.
Lieutenant Jon G. Berry a Brooks field flier was found dead in his car last Saturday with a bullet through his heart. A coroner's verdict returned Saturday by Justice of the Peace John Shook declared Berry died by his own hand ending a weeklong inquiry conducted by civil and military authorities. An Army board had planned pistol and shell tests but abandoned the step. sheriff deputies questioned a man and woman, though both are believed to be unconnected.
An earthquake estimated centered about 2000 miles from Washington was recorded by Georgetown University seismological observatory instruments. No damage or injuries reported. details and exact epicenter were being reviewed by experts.
Louisv ille Kentucky May B U P George Washington Craig 26 tall six feet seven inches seeks return to army as potential biggest soldier. Army rules clash with height limits. local recruiters adjust records to permit reenlistment for Third Field Artillery. Craig plans to report to Wyre Benjamin Dashivon Indiana for duty.
Weather records fall as northern California reports unprecedented early season heat. Sandear hits 90 degrees, Red Craft records temperature near 90, and Sacramento sees thermometers at 92 with San Francisco close behind. Officials warn of heat risks as fire warnings go out statewide.
Police uncover a plot to assassinate King Carol I on his fiftieth enthronement anniversary in Bucharest. An alleged suspect was arrested after allegedly lying concealed under stands for the royal parade. authorities denied the report.
The American Institute of Law opened its final session proposing two measures for criminal law: one to allow summoning a material witness across state lines up to 1000 miles, and another permitting judges and attorneys to comment on a defendant’s failure to testify. The proposals aim to streamline state legislature driven criminal justice administration.
In Sweden Capt. Albin Ahrenberg received the gold medal from the Swedish Aero Club for his daring flight toward Greenland to aid the rescue of missing British scientist Augustine Courtauld. He landed near Coutilil's camp just hours after being rescued by L. G. Winklew of the British Arctic air route expedition.
Loyola University School of Medicine announced the development of four new compounds with potential value in treating severe infections. The work spans five years led by Dr. Grell J. Darekin and collaborators within the Loyola family.
Doctors grew wary over the health of Cant. Robert Dollar, 87, veteran shipping man, after he suffered a relapse. His temperature was not recorded clearly in the report, but his condition caused concern among physicians in San Warpare California.
Edward Rodrigues, a text driver, was held at gunpoint by four men in disguise on Manou street. They forced him to drive to an old incinerator and bound him with wire before fleeing with a small amount of cash and a cheap watch. A taxi driver and four suspects were later identified and detained after a pursuit.
A nitroglycerin blast near Clintonville shattered windows and rocked buildings in Clintonville and Clarion about 23 miles away. The explosion involved 535 quarts of nitroglycerine stored nearby, and was heard across the region.
New York instructor leads beauty program and seeks room for 410 additional students. Classifieds note a Southside five room home for sale, a six room furnished rental on Blue Montet Boulevard, and various bakery shop items. Contact details appear in the ad clusters.
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