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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 25, 1931

Page

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Gunman in Killing of Officer on Trial

Mas. 25 07 Crowley, confessed killer of Patrolman Frederick Mirseh and a taxi driver, faced County Judge Lewis J. Smith for the murder. Crowley, a youth under 20, sat among two officers who restrained him as jurors considered adjournment and empaneling a jury. The siege that led to his capture involved Helen Walsh and more than 20 policemen. Crowley was wounded in the leg and later recovered.

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Miss Barlow Heads College Ex Students Officers

Miss Catherine Darlow was elected president of the alumni association of Our Tad s of the Lake College after the graduating ceremony. Other officers include vice president Miss Henieus Dielmann recording secretary Miss Mary Larkholder corresponding secretary Sister Amabilis treasurer and Miss Lawrene Lighthouse reporter.

Barlow Tads Leke College Sertiere Ncbool Catherine Darlow Ara Mee Senardeas Heneieus Dielmann Mary Larkholder Amabilis Lawrene Lighthouse

Woman Hurt In Throat Slashing Near Lake Toll Gate

Mrs. Howard Hennews, slashed in the throat Sunday in front of her home at the Afodian lake toll road gate, was reported recovering Monday at Medical and Surgical Hospital. Mrs. Livontentt was taken into town Sunday by Dr. Charles D. Stuart as the incident prompted an emergency public safety response.

Howard Hennews Afodian Lake Tol Road Livontentt Charles D. Stuart

Recently Named World’s Most Beautiful Jewess Sparks Debate

The announcement declares a winner praised for beauty with little competition acknowledged. The decision has drawn remarks on criteria and representation, stirring discussions among readers about standards of beauty and cultural focus.

Junior High Sports Awards Across Tennis Golf Swin Track

William M. McIntosh of the San Antonio Light will award gold silver and bronco medals to 78 winners in tennis golf swimming and track at the Light annual junior high spring sports program held at 1:10 after noon at St Mark Iain junior high school. Director Raymond Brewer notes the program closes with championships in tennis doubles and polls.

William M. McIntosh The San Antonio

Hoover Pledges Postal Cuts to Trim Deficit

President Hoover outlined plans to reduce the post office department deficit by about 58 million dollars this year and save 98 million in the current fiscal period. He indicated further reductions may occur next year, though no details were given from the White House.

Washington, D. C Presient Hoover Minnes Follay Post Office Department White Horse

Texas A & M rifle team wins medals at national meet

Texas A&M rifle team, led by Cadet Henry Kollin Wofford, won second place in the western section of a national intercollegiate rifle competition. Robert J. Szipin presented honors from the Eighth Corps area, praising Hearst Patriotism. Numerous cadet and company trophies were awarded, highlighting drilling, discipline, and proficiency across infantry, artillery, cavalry, and signal corps units.

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Gold Star Mother Receives Second Blood Transfusion

Paris May 25 U S reporter reports German born Rudy Olsen of Hayti South Dakota a Gold Star Mothers member received a second blood transfusion for an intestinal ailment and is said to be reacting favorably. A party plans to visit a colonial exposition and pilgrimage to graves of soldiers killed in the war, awaiting return home on the 8th and 9th of July.

Gold Star Paris Gerrudy Olsen Hayti South Dakota Gold Star Mothers Mons Huchanda Americe Thoraday

Rebels Order Taxes to Aid China War

Canton dispatch reports rebels in Kwangtung province ordered the public to pay one month's taxes to finance a projected campaign against the nationalist government. Authorities also issued military bonds totaling 10,090,000 dollars, about 3,300,000 pounds, amid ongoing recruiting efforts.

Canton Minx Oeou Kwangtung Jesuin

Classified Ada Promises Thrifty Profitable Habit

Attention men is urged to read The Light Classified Ada daily for business openings jobs and hundreds of opportunities. The notice emphasizes reading every day to gain thrifty profits and practical benefits from the classified section.

Prohibition agents seize whiskey in Kendal County raid

Four defendants were bound over by U S officials after agents found 1490 gallons of whiskey and beer in a garage on Guenther street. Bonds were set at 150 to 500 dollars as others faced charges of manufacture and possession. All pleaded not guilty as authorities reported 1200 gallons seized over the weekend with payments not yet arraigned.

Prohibition Minday United States Somsieg Paul A. Nockbatt Walter Gisubite Guenther Street Fausilar Liende Agente SO Gullara Che Rene Ct dMatomoras Street Jalaubliz Atetla Fernagut Agenta South Cancho OO Bottea Anneciito Hernandez Camez Whickry Blak Gould Street Kendal County Mone

Inmate stabbed to death at Maryland penitentiary

Frank G L Allery, 36, near end of a 10 year term for a prior murder, was stabbed twice in the back in the prison wash room Sunday afternoon and died after a blood transfusion failed to save him. His case earlier involved four men jailed for life over a 1822 Holdup murder.

Galtimor Origen Frank GL Allery Maryland Penitentiary Bowra William A. Norrix Baltimore Alera

Women Best At Bridge Says Champ

Chicago May 25 Bly Culbertsen recent winner of the Starold Vanderbilt bridge championship trophy endorses that women are superior players. He argues the average man overestimates himself while women study more and use bridge to exercise intellect. He notes women’s patience and logical play give them an edge at the card table.

Chicago Bly Culbertsen Culbertsen Culbertéan

Colorado speeds to motorists drive legally under new law

The governor signed a measure shifting speed control to drivers and outlining penalties for driving under the influence. It notes suspension and appearance rules for violators, plus provisions for those with valid registrations.

Burglars Loot Warehouse and Home on Sunday Night

Burglars entered Graybae Hire trie company warehouse on North Hacklerry street late Sirdey nhgit and took 85 dollars from the cash register. A sewing machine was reported stolen from Sir Santiaga street. Mrs N Wilson of Enger Street reported a theft from her clothesline worth 10 dollars.

Graybae Hiretrie Company North Hacklerry Steed Sirdey

Fragmented OCR weather and place names brief

The text presents a garbled weather and location summary with scattered city and region names. It references flying conditions, precipitation, terrain, and various places such as Balby Ground, Lagos, Angeles, and Wichita, but readability is too poor to extract a coherent report or key outcomes.

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