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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 11, 1931

Page

2

WOMAN CONFESSES TO MURDER PLOT IN TEXAS CASE

Reports allege Bessie, mother of a two year old, conspired with Willie Borlems and others in a fatal poisoning at a Baylor ranch near Sanderson. A hospital visit followed the crime, with Reese and a Cobos lover arrested. authorities detail confessions and the grand jury forthcoming. The affair links a dance meeting and a deadly plan in a tense Henderson area case.

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Vote Victory Forecast By Both Sues In Park Race

Campaign chatter centers on turnout and party strength for a city park commission election. Key figures estimate over 1,000 voters, with fears the count may lag as results come in late Tuesday night. The Citizens’ League claims fundraising ties to powerful interests spark debate, while policing and polling plans aim to keep order.

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Great Damage in New York From Weekend Storms

Severe weekend storms across New York and nearby New Jersey caused hundreds of thousands in damage. Downtown sections suffered fires and flooding, with utility outages and damaged buildings reported. Authorities assess losses while crews begin to restore power and clear debris.

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New Suit Filed Over Oil Proration in Texas

A new civil action was filed amid oil proration disputes in Austin today. The case centers on the Texas proration framework with named parties including Abra Stone Millay Alfred MacMil Tremtes and Machillan Pe Caerte, as listed in the federal report.

Austin Abra Stone Millay Alfred, MacMiltremtes Machillan Pecaerte

One Dead Four Hurt in Austin Crashes

A Mexican resident in the Dorona by Tend community died in a weekend Austin area crash and four others were injured when an automobile rolled over. The incident occurred near Austin on May 11 and involved multiple vehicles. Police investigated the cause and identified the deceased as percole arid.

Austin Percoe Arid Aul Gror Dornaby

Mine Explosion Kills Five and Injures Eight

An explosion at the No. 2 Victoria main railway in Rive Mahert New Mexico area killed five men and injured at least eight others. Authorities believe the blast was caused by accumulated gas. Emergency crews responded, with investigators gathering details for a full report.

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Mexico appoints new Mexico consul general in St Louis

Lupian Garr arrived Sunday to assume duties as Mexico’s consul general succeeding Fourique Santibanez. Garr previously served in Chicago and New York postings and is one of four Mexico’s consul generals in the United States. Tos Perez-Abreu will remain as director consul general at the local office.

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Robbery Bust After Denver Department Store Shootout

Three suspects were held after a daylight holdup at the Golden Eagle Dry Goods store in Denver led to an hour of gunfire. Two robbers were wounded and hundreds gathered as police recovered more than 10000 in receipts. Lawrence Goldbeck, millinery chief, was wounded in the abdomen, while Harry Rostelman was shot in the leg. Watchman John Sreddee helped end the raid as robbers entered theaters and directed employees during the escape attempt.

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Fines levied in a liquor case roundup

A wave of penalties followed guilty pleas in a federal court ruling. Duval Weal, Durham of Poteet, and others faced fines up to 3100 and jail terms. cases covered possession and manufacture of whiskey, liquor transport, and related offenses with multiple defendants named and penalties set by Judge Wert and others.

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City Officials Texing Employment Addresses

A city meeting reveals demand for full lists of city employees with addresses and dates of employment. Dickson presses for complete records from all departments, while Mayor Chambers defends courtesy and court proceedings.

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Thieves Loot Home of 8100 in Break-in Spree

Police report a late night burglary at a residence yielding about 8100 in cash and clothing. Intruders entered through an upper window and fled unseen, with investigators seeking witnesses and security footage. Local authorities urge anyone with information to contact the station.

Man impersonator faces federal court charges

Andervod stated in federal court that a petition exists in Howson now alleging that he pretended to be a United States officer and employee to defraud Joseph Walker of 311 Truth Street. He pleaded guilty to the charge, described as pretending to be a U S government officer, with potential penitentiary time. The offense occurred in January.

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Chicago Publisher Claimed by Death and Obituary

An obituary note from the Chicago area reports the death of Walter A. Strang, publisher at the Chicago Daily News, with confirmation of his passing and acknowledgment of his role at the paper and in local publishing circles.

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Union Group Meets at Pan Am Hotel Convention

A four day gathering of union delegates opens at the Pan Am hotel with speakers including William J. Brown and Harry Baler. The program features roundtable discussions on trade issues, a dinner at the Origine Bfer, and a Wednesday dance at the Plaza as part of the convention standings and officer elections.

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Green Nurses Plan Exercise at Hobart Hospital

The fourteenth annual commenement of the Hobart Green nurses will be held at the hospital Monday night. Father Teo Murphy will deliver the keynote. County Judge Wimrbach will give the commencement address. Joseph Courand chairs the hospital board. Bishop Capeza will give the benediction. Mrs Dorothy Arenit will accompany Miss Jewel Cary. The class includes several named graduates.

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Woman Dead Six Injured in Wreck May 13

A young woman died and six were injured in a automobile crash reported yesterday. Mrs Fenton Carbutt, 24, is named among the deceased with other victims listed, including Noland Eble 45 and Miss Goldie Ete 25. The accident occurred during a campaign event era. The report also notes the death of Gen Jorge A Custer in a separate line.

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