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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 10, 1931

Page

2

Dance Girl Slaying Told In Signed Confession

New York dispatch reports Virginia Frecorn a ten cents a dance hostess died after an automobile ride with Trud Alph Doringer and Francis Crowley. Durvier Doringer confessed he killed Virginia, planned with Crowley and others, details of the drive and the shooting are disclosed. Crowley, wounded, was arraigned at Mineola with his girlfriend Helen Wakb.

New York Virginia Frecorn Eweetheart Trudalph Lough Red Doringer Francia Crowley Schutinger Mare Viria Durvizrr Virsinian Virginia Hke Abe Haringer Duringer Bronx Oan Hang Hanels Exim Crowley Durmeer Virginia Nally Yonkera Tim Helen Wakb Ideaway Cro’ Fey Todey Charset Jott Etrolman Briere Birch Nassau County Mt Mineola L. 1 Cevwiey Lewin J. Smith Suszital Elvic Edward

Princess Studies Violin Under Ysage

Princess Josephine Charlotte daughter of Prince Sepold heir to the Belgian throne studies violin with Eugene Vange a celebrated Belgian violinist aged 72. The young princess follows the trail of her mother Queen Elizabeth in cultivating musical talent and may perform publicly in time.

Trussels Josephine Charlotte Prince Sepold Eugene Vange Queen Elizabeth Cat Om

Flier Presented Crown of Silver in Pasadena

In Pasadena California a sterling silver crown was placed on the head of Zenkaku Agutno Pereene for recognition of his feat flying from England to Japan by admirers in a ceremony.

Pasadena Calif Eopland Japan Zenkaku Agutno

Dr Michelson Loses Battle From Page One

An obituary style piece recounts the life of physicist Albert A. Michelson born in 1452 in Streloo Poland, noting his journey to America, studies, and rise to professor at Chicago. It highlights his speed of light measurements, relativity experiments with Morley, size of celestial bodies, and work on aparatus analysis. Chronology covers Navy service, Berlin studies, and tenure at Case, Clark, and University of Chicago.

Isaac Newton Albert Einstein Streloo Poland America Prairies Virginia City Nev Yours Michelson San Francisco Natal Academy Annapolis Washington Grant Acropolis Sdcyral Sampson Navy Berlin Heidelbemer and Parn United Ales Michelson Case School of Applied Sciences Cleveland Clark University William Rainey Harper Clark University of Chicago Einstein Morley Cate Ertelsuese Henry Gordon Gala

Decree Triggers Argentine Peso Rally

Buenos Aires reports that President Uriburu's decree setting national elections for November boosted the peso. Market observers note investors welcomed clarity on the political timetable and expected spending implications.

Buenos Aires Uribaru Buennesa

Lawmakers Seek Date for Cease Work in Texas

In Austin on May 9, lawmakers of the forty second Texas legislature explored delaying adjournment as the session nears its constitutional end. A May 22 adjournment date was set by the House, with Senate consensus pending. Debate focused on highway bonds, oleomargarine tax, and welfare measures, while redistricting progress stalled.

Austin Texas Thessley James ¥. Alfred Fred Minor Teat Senate John Hornsby Oreitsbarse A. H.tarwater Hale Center Rowe Fridas Cart Hardin Stephenville Sinle Board Outro House Greer Senzle

Prohibition debate and enforcement across the United States

The article argues that prohibition cannot be enforced and questions the administration's stance. It cites enforcement costs, bribes, and widespread bootlegging, suggesting the system fails as officials and judges may sympathize with violations. It mentions potential test findings and estimates budgets and penalties.

Woodcock Prohibition Freud Becauer Inc Gaerets United States White House

Night School for Farm Boys Continues Two Weeks More

Range Texas May 9 night school for farm boys not in public schools will continue for two weeks. D F Moore superintendent reports. Classes meet Monday and Thursday evenings for livestock feeding record keeping disease control arithmetic English public health and insect control. Students listed include Raye Reynolds Ovar Coz Lad nets Willie Natho Frank Inka Edwin Novak Henry Sacheleben Garton Warner Rolleo Reynolds Harry Sacheleben Joe Wilson Willem Novak Albert Blanchke John Berger Frank Waters Edger Blaschke Ian Vanga Carmichael Wesley Warner Ervin Friedricke.

Teres D. F. Moore Moore B.D. Parnell Wlu

Youths tell conflicting tale in Hazel Bradshaw murder case

San Diego police compare youth Avery McCue’s statements to witness accounts in the Hazel Bradshaw killing. Authorities note discrepancies, describe a dark sedan scene, and plan to file formal charges against Garrison after reviewing McCue’s and others’ testimony.

Universal Service San Diego Oni Avery McCe Hazel Hayes McGae Alaabama Street Hlerstory McCue Amfecue Bradshaw Wm Baby Kenta Gil Swants Garrison Lourie Teuber Transhaw Moss Garrison Garrison

Signal machines to spread silent messages in broadcasting era

An old warning about waving hands as a silent signal in broadcasting stations. The article notes a system of mechanical communication using telautograph telegraph devices tested in studios and planned for wider rollout, highlighting early efforts to convey messages without sound.

Roan Haman WN. B. C Plane Ist Arstem Ceial Nolaelexs

Connecticut Plans Push To Revive Melon Growing

NEW HAVEN Conn May 9 State agricultural department aims to revive watermelon cultivation in Connecticut this summer. Melon plants are rare now though they were common eighty years ago, reflecting a shift in farming practices and crops.

New Haven Conn Connecticut

Oil magnate Julian placed in temporary receivership in Oklahoma

Petition by Marjorie E. Bennett of Lollywood asks Judge Ram Mooker to appoint a temporary receiver for Julian and related oil enterprises in Oklahoma City. The move cites alleged mismanagement and extravagant living, with a permanent receiver to be considered May 15. Jury details note assets reportedly insufficient to cover judgments.

Oklahoma City Otte Say INS C.J. Julian Oklahoma California Julian Oil Enterprises Marjorie E. Bennett Lollywood Jwian B. O. Dowsel Gill Ram Mooker Julian Ix S Holling San Antonio Clay Munn Julien Dit and Hoxelty Company Black Warrior Company Alisa Bennett Julian Oi and Royalty Company Julien Enat Terns Julian Company Tulsa Toredo Texas Wea Jullian Lestiiy Bolling Witnens St Tufian Laredo

Land Procured for New Seguin to San Antonio Highway

Guadalupe county uses state aid to obtain a 120 foot right of way for a new highway from Seguin to the Bexar county line, near Zeu and Bejar, linking with the first stage of construction as authorities negotiate with the state highway commission. The notice also mentions Blume's Simplex method adoption at Bonaire Sansterium.

A-Seguin Seguin Texas Guada- Hips Semin San Antonis Geuadalupe Bezar Zueh Bexar Blume Bonaire Sansterium

Stimson on Foreign Policy and Latin American Ties

Secretary Stimson outlined the global impact of repression and the world’s revolutions, noting 45 government changes and 11 revolutions. He warned that conflict would threaten Americans abroad and property, while urging cordial ties with new regimes. He defended Pan American solidarity and warned against historical obstacles to neighborly relations.

Stimson State Department Ami Alan oStetr Aomericana South America

Notable Editor Andy's Life Story Interest Broadcast

An Ohio newspaper requested ante rights to the life story of editor Andrew TI after a nightly broadcast. The telegram also mentions bids for the life stories of Amos Maras Queen and Satlie Baxe, reflecting publishing interest in the featured subjects.

Andrew TI Amon ‘N’ Amdy Ohio Amos Maras Queen Satlie Baxe

Lang Creates Sacred Statues for Old Mission Arches

Anton Lang, renowned Christi s of the Passion, carves two statues for the Old Mission Saints Clara arches. The figures of Sainte Claire and Saint John the Baptist will be installed after two years of dedicated work by the Oberammergau sculptor.

Clara Sainte Claire John the

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