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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 27, 1931

Page

21

Last Seniors Graduate at Wainave School

Graduates in grey caps and gowns from Bialn Avenue High School received their diplomas at the municipal auditorium Tuesday night before sparse spectators. The old school will convert to a vocational facility this summer and north side students will attend the Thompson-Teffesson school in Spanish Acre. Principal speaker A White, U.S. Army, introduced by Thomas B.L. Portwood, offered remarks as diplomas were handed to valedictorian Margaret Daring and other graduates. Scholarships were awarded by T. Gay Roger, with University of Texas and Deans’ Association scholarships noted. An orchestra and theater section opened the exercises, followed by an address from Colonel White and a string quartet performance.

Bialn Avenue She Inez Cll Munsicipal Olf North Side Men Thomon — Teffesson Schpal Acre U. 9 Mra Z. Ro King Bes Rduction T. Gay Roger Carl Henry Whaler Tlasa Margaret Daring Cigs Waenedarieg Univrsity of Texas Syecs Alleges Wayne Colonel White Monty

San Marcos Man Fatally Injured By Train

A San Marcos man, 85 year old Meharda, was fatally struck by a northbound Missouri Pacific passenger train at 11 o'clock Monday morning. Investigators from Raunkels Texas reported the incident occurred near By Bay 27-O. The victim, listed as Meharda, was reportedly walking near the tracks when the train struck him, and hospital officials indicated there were no signs of life upon arrival. Several families and witnesses from nearby towns, including San Antonio, were named in the surrounding notices but no further details were provided about the aftermath or investigation progress.

Raunkels Texas Bay O. P. Meharda Sam Marcos Missouri Pacific Woven Helren Wade Richards Wille Richards Rountock Arthur Stichardn Waelder Mire Sf. A Owen New Arnuniets Men Len George Xtowndreck Mra Mella Torn St. Noulsy Ma Dorothy Richard San Antonio She of Misy "Richards San

Sales Tax Proposed to Raise Federal Revenue

A proposal from a Washington official urges new sales tax as a possible federal revenue source if necessary. The official notes strict government spending and tighter appropriations in Congress may avoid new taxes, but a sales tax could become a solution if conditions worsen.

Washington, D Iniliana Appropriations Committee Wood

Woman Dies After House Bulldog Attack

Mrs. Mary Larettn Walann died from wounds after a bulldog in her home attacked her when she took a bone from it. The dog, a five year family pet, mauled her on the floor and then lunged at her again as neighbors and a firefighter tried to intervene before she could be taken to a hospital.

Mary Larettn Walann Watson Perd Hoya Mr. Salaan Ramavet

Nine cents white queoline sale in Ortationa City

A brief item notes a local sale of white queoline at nine cents per gallon with a brief chain of service details. The report mentions the price and a maintenance note, reflecting a small exchange in Ortationa City on May 27.

Ortationa City

Westmoorland College commencement set for Tuesday

Commencement exercises for Westmoorland College will be held at 8 p.m. Tuesday at Trevie Tork Methodist church with Rev W J Barton presiding. Principal address to be delivered by Rev Barton. Graduation candidates listed include Dorothy Brown Virginia Jonfield Elizabeth Colvin Margaret Rabem Joyce Tinsell Shlibedh Tohuaton Martha Kelly Lovvnse Lenton and others from college.

Westmoorland College Trevie Tork Methodist Church Ww J. Barton San Antonio Caccslaurents Dell Lanpel Teights Thorch A. Base Won Watts Tolloxe Dorothy Brown Virginia Jonfield Elizabeth Colvin Margaret “Rabem Joyce Tinssell Shlibedh Tohuaton Martha Kelly Lovvnse Lenton Rnbel Macamber Willian Muavarick Mildral Navee Sidney Bontor Coiherige Patne Welly Janien Neal Tilabrdl Kagan Tielen Flelersau Sally Lin Andis AT San -Antantaigo Rradinie In-Pionm

Texas Bales Four Lion Cotton Output Report

Texas bales four lion piecewise, drought impact on cotton yields cited by the U S Department of Agriculture. The 1920 period saw a 4 percent reduction in production with losses attributed to price declines and weather. National cotton production totaled 14,034,000 bales in 1980 with Texas contributing notably to the figures.

Austin Reviards United States Apriclinee Enid Dentight Nxt

PTA and club meetings fill Alamo area in May events

The Colton School PTA and Agora Colton groups hold a May schedule of gatherings in school cafeterias and homes. Activities include officer installations, graduation tributes, chapter meetings, charity events, and a Phi Beta Kappa reception at Nathaniel Hawthorne School with guest speakers and a music program.

Phi Ket Kappa Hell dSiss Minty Trapnertz Nathaniel Hawthorne Roy Rochl Linghish Tnenrnnte Word College

Woman on $300 Bond After Beer Mash Is Seized

Josefa Trevine was placed under a $300 bond on charges of manufacturing liquor. Officers seized 12 pints of beer and 9 pints of mash at 9 North Frio Street. Melvin G. Koester pleaded guilty to charges of improperly wearing a United States Army officer’s uniform. He was fined and bonded. Sergeant S. Malonkia of military police arrested Korslor at the 3 Anahony hotel last week for impersonating a reserve officer.

Josefa Trevine Wolneslang Igtally United States Nun S53 S. ‘Malonkia Este Tiel Korslor Anahony Hotel

Millionaire Runt Dealer Charged

Federal authorities charge Ray Hypom and three Wichita men in a liquor ring case spanning aryan states. The defendants face sentences in federal penitentiary potential terms, with ongoing investigations and legal proceedings forthcoming.

Kansas CULEX Ray Hypom Tenyenworth

University awards honor Marys faculty students

The St Marys University faculty held an awards night presenting numerous gold tassels and honors. Rev Mfral U W Tabe delivered remarks as students and clubs across basketball baseball and student service received recognition for four years of contributions.

St. Mary's Ies Mfral UW. Tabe Mie University Aeuieh A. Vergisonn Ity Y. Houenien Eifitovinl Autt Rultier A. Wnazly A. Nichols Allen Way Chandire Dietl G. Daten AL Feck Rives US Williams Transhers Chambers C. Club Neumanny University Orelies William Av. Jeanno H. Katti Paguias Duke Ye Raton ML Ebert Bbest HL Henlee Nebrakier Pred Yalmanery Berth UF Kartler Deckveood Urure Reo Hae Dambera Adamhars Foe Ketiny Leslie Nock Ghavr Lawton George Ant Harald Anmbeva Wibort

New Bread Ration Plan Shakes Soviet Ration System

Russian readers face a new bread rationing scheme to take effect on October 1 as authorities aim to tighten controls during tense relations with the United States. Officials emphasize planned distribution and family coverage amid ongoing shortages and stricter enforcement.

Moscow

Europe’s Venuses Embark for Texas

Galveston May 27 Foreign beauties will contest the Galveston international beauty pageant June 18 17, they depart Wednesday from Marseilles France aboard the French liner Tele de France per telegraph.

Galvnston Upr Galveston Mare France Tele de France

New Braunfels Graduation Speaker to Address Class

Congressman Mary M. Warsbach of Srawin will speak at the high school graduation Friday night in the high school auditorium. Valedictorian is Evelyn Schumann. another top student is James Hinman. The event follows Sunday services at First Protestant Church and the annual color play “And Home Come Ted” staged by the students.

New Braunfels Texse Mar BM. Warsbach Srawin Ecolor Ted Auditoriua Denelidrr Hampe Christine Joora Helen Pape Jackson McCloud Lillion See 3Alz Clinton Nuegslin Ogden Bikel Joyce Wurke Lila Mae Levin Abe Kovh Etelka Itese Willie Agines Stubbleficti Louise Herring Svelyn Sehymang Xalwintorian James Hinman Willie James Stubblefield Wyatlowing Lilly Alesinder Henry O Alves Roland ‘Alves Teouise Dietz Nron Elbel Irene Fischer Jopes Forks Auzuut Giegen Caroline Ilan Druebert Fampe Nobert Herring Tmlian Seokals Morsin Strots Uttopine Shalwmann Willie James Stub- Metich Taura Weidnec

Black Attacker Sentenced to Die in June Electrocution

In a heavily guarded courtroom, Garry Jodey Downer and three other Black defendants were sentenced to death after an all day trial. The judge set June 15 for electrocution as public safety forces, including 200 national guardsmen with bayonets and rifles, protected the proceedings. A special train carried the defendants from Atlanta to the state capital.

RL Ghiclon UPI Leon & Moh Axa National Quantsmex John Bowzen Wuiler Mtr Atlanta

Record of murder case probes and threats in Los Angeles

In Los Angeles May 97 detectives report that editor Bert Spencer and editor-in-chief were warned of violent acts tied to a murder investigation. Authorities searched a box kept by Spencer and examined four others for possible sensational documents. Investigators plan further questioning of Gus McAfee amid ties to political figures and gambling risks. Authorities note substantial property losses valued around $280,000 linked to the defendants.

Iba Angeles Bert Spencer Alain Ngaxine Ns. Presse Tilay Ular Clark Fornce Los Angeles Thas Geawler Will Hia Mraatehyal Dudgeshijs Empaigi Sestenler Tne Miafee Gus McAfee Cernford Rho McAfee Unitk Crawford Spencer Arial Aban Grapford Drayney Mauberrs Guild W. Jesen Ford Flo Hoover

95 Slot Machine Case Dismissals Hinted in Court

Appeals of 25 slot machine operators on file in Kirby county court were dismissed by Judge George Clifton after transcripts failed to show where a prior judgment had been entered. Charges filed April 27 by deputy constable George Stowe, with all defendants fined 25 in costs totaling 150. Two similar cases had been set for Wednesday.

Lew No. 2 Justice Court Kirby George Clifton G Eorge Stowe Lenest Feltham Justica Court

Russia Expands Cotton Acreage as Spring Planting Proceeds

The agricultural ministry reports 2,351,000 hectares planted by May 4, 1941, a 50 percent rise from 1939 levels, with sowing continuing in several districts as prep for the season advances.

Krascow Mar Nome Agriolinn

Five Die in Delaware River Bridge Crash

Five Philadelphians were killed and three injured in a late night crash on the Delaware River bridge. A six passenger automobile crossed into oncoming traffic on the Philadelphia side, killing Frank Silber 34 James Willis 37 Frank Latshaw 24 John Flynn 25 and Joseph McEntee 32.

Delaware Rivee Bridge Philadelphia Liree Frank Silber James Willis

Check Shows Loss of Library in Riots

Riots cause library losses. a 50,000 carla data set on the Spanixly church history is noted, with no monetary estimate of the assets provided. Institutions in Meleid reportedly suffer disruption as May events unfold, and researchers compile an inventory of solyme stroses for the period.

Mand Meleid Carla Coniz

Regulation Sought on Freight Trucks

In Washington on March 27, a proposal asks the Interstate Commerce Commission to regulate motor freight hauling and bar railroads from operating motor carriers without permission. The filing warns of potential fatal fires and urges action to prevent delays and accidents in freight service.

Washington, I. C Interstate Commerce Commission

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