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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1932
Page
3
In San Juan Porto Rico on May 17 an election law setting representation for parties with at least 10 percent of the electorate was assured after legislative readers agreed on the measure. Governor Beverley, now in Washington, will call a special session of the legislature when he returns.
In Johnsbury VI on May 17 a group of small boys found an abandoned car full of liquor and sold 46 pints before police were alerted. They said the net proceeds of the sale totaled 60 cents.
The Senate opened a long session over a bipartisan revenue bill with a 1941 level income tax proposal under discussion. Senator Connally sought higher rates while Senator Couzens pressed to preserve wartime taxes, a 49 to 31 vote indicating coalition strength. A sales tax showdown looms as leaders aim to resolve tax structure and rates before broader excise debates. The normal rate plan features 4 percent on the first 4000 and 8 percent over, with a proposed higher surtax for very large incomes, contrasting with current rates. The relief committee continues to work toward a compromise proposed by President Hoover.
Lew Wentz asked Oklahoma's state Supreme Court to oust Miss Mathe . Thomas, named by Governor Murray as successor to the Oklahoma highway commission. Wentz was ordered removed April 1. the court is asked to issue a direct ouster judgment or to order the county district court to remove the Beaver wamen.
San Francisco May 17 The United States Chamber of Commerce with about 20 000 members convened its annual meeting led by president Silas W Strawn A floor vote on prohibition was anticipated as part of a broader move by industrial teachers to pursue tax economies at the convention
New York witnesses Dr. Smith Bly Jelife an alienist testifying in Harry Thaw's trial says he was not paid for services during Thaw's second trial and related stay in the asylum. He notes payments occurred during the first trial but not for time and attention on the second trial and Thaw's stay.
War in Washington describes how electors will be named in November elections under a new apportionment. William Tyler Page, minority clerk, notes that by law the allies must reject one elector for each state representative and one for each senator, clarifying the election process and potential disputes.
A Light Classified fill shows numerous employment listings under Agriculture Queen with strong sales connections. The page emphasizes job opportunities, sales roles, and related agricultural work across diverse listings.
Blue second division fights mud over gumbo plains while Red cavalry stalls in flooded roads. Heavy rain delays the march from Jourdanton to Christine and halts supply routes back to Fort Sam Houston. Tanks reportedly out of action as Brig Gen Rockenbach leads division against Brig Gen Hawkins cavalry. Gen Winans and staff accompany to scene.
High school and elementary courses will be offered during the summer session at Texans Military Institute and San Antonio Academy opening June 6. Regular faculty members will teach the subjects.
Senate Republican leaders told Speaker Garner a June recess is needed for conventions and a summer session will be required to finish pending business. They doubt adjournment before the Chicago Republican convention, with July or August reconvening likely. A Texas Democrat noted the plan may shift to a July or August session.
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