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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1931

Page

2

Prosecutor Champions Cause Of Unemployed Defendants

UNIOSTOWN, Pa May 21. Adams spoke for unemployed workers facing jail for alleged petty offenses. He urged release of Victor Robinson jailed 26 days for petty theft to feed his wife and five children. Adams said no one in his district would be called for illegal games amid labor strain.

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Nautilus May Crack Icebergs With Sound Waves

1934 report by Herman Gisske describes the U S submarine Nautilus testing underwater sound devices to crack icebergs. Chief diver William J. Jacques notes oscillators could emit waves matching berg resonance to shatter ice, with potential for electromagnetic versions and diaphragm enhancements. Experiments may involve inaudible, high power waves to break submerged ice sheets.

Herman Gisske King Faas William J. Gt. Jacques Ruificman U. S. Mubmerize North Pole Malere Jacques Stewart North Stlantic Berg Henes Vrack Ardencommerce

Fire Chief Hilled as Explosion Hits Wisconsin Town

May 21 in Spring Green Wisconsin a blast damaged a building smashing the wall. Fire Chief Milford Genham was killed another man injured eight firefighters were rescued from the debris.

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Barton death by own action and note to Carlota

Ralph Barton left a suicide note in his New York penthouse praising his “beautiful lost angel” Carlota Monterey and blaming insanity for his collapse. The writer described a failed talent, tortured work, and heartbreak after multiple marriages to Marie Deanings, Anon Dimnesiz, Carlota Monterey, and Germaine Tailleferre. He urged cash struggles, praised Carlota, and referenced gossip and public interest surrounding his end.

New York Ang Ralph Barton Gorlotin Tugoon O'Neill Mfr Cpnoll France Carlotta Essb Carlota Homer Dural Kanees Cilr

Detectors debated in Kirkland trial amid rain fears

Valparaiso Ind May 21 Jurors heard at the Virgil Kirkland case that lie detector tests might aid or hinder the trial. Prosecution and defense debated the instrument while Col Jilvin Goddard testified. Elmer Kirkland and Mrs Kirkland, the defendant's parents, observed as witnesses spoke about the accused's relationship with Arlene Draves.

Valparaiso Ind Virgil Kirkland Gary Arlene Draves Col Jilvin Goddard Baillados Heelond Poreens Cangbacker Kirkland Altorneza Birs Elmer Kirkland

Old Berndt Carriage Spotlighted At Witte Museum Exhibit

The Berndt carriage, once owned by the Herndt family, now at the Witte Museum, showcases early Texas travel. Built in Industry, Texas, it reflects two wheel and "bus" style design and a craftsman heritage from Colorado and Washington counties.

Wiitte Museum Austin County Industry Texas Howe Witte Museum Herndt Strangth Colorado Washington

Duke of Connaught Undergoes Minor Nose Operation

May 21 report says the Duke of Connaught, King George's tele, underwent a minor nasal operation. He is 11 years old as of May.

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Hawks to Malme From Stockholm

Stockholm dispatch reports Captain Frank M. Gawks of the American sport unit flew from Stockholm to Malme in preparation for a non specified event.

Malme Stockholm INS Frank M. Gawks Ameriene Spect Mun Stakholm Om Nonston Kent Parla

What Do You Know About Machinery

A fragmented note discusses machinery knowledge and a catalog reference Mewestication 130 with an invitation to seek information. It mentions Tach and serge terms, plus offers of service in various topics. The text is garbled but centers on obtaining details about machinery.

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