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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 28, 1931

Page

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Turbulence in Madrid and Vatican tensions rise

Today by Arthur Brisbane discusses fascist attacks on Catholic property in Madrid and other Spanish ports, the Vatican Italy split fears, and Spain's Republican move to seize Catholic holdings. It notes Pope Pius XII protests and international reactions, plus Dutch and American comments on politics, flying feats, and a spelling championship winner.

Néwa Madrid Porta Spain Jettern Pope Pius Calta Jie Roxie Vatican City Churchey Van Veota Spaniat Cheribes

Adventurers reach Alpine altitude record in Gurgl

Professor August Piccard and Charles Kipfer report a world altitude record by lifting more than 12 000 feet in a balloon over the Alps near Gurgl. They endured fatigue and instrument damage, slept in the gondola, and await salvage by Alpine rescuers as they plan further tests at Ober Garg.

Sreuck Austria August Piccard Gurgl Charles’Kipfer Iylay Gorda Ober Garg

Piccard Wires of Lafe Arrival

Brussels dispatch reports Professor August Piccard telegraphing from Ober Gurl that he and Charles Kipfer survived their ascent into the stratosphere after a long journey and a difficult landing. He says they are well and reached their target despite the earlier fight and rough conditions.

Brussels August Piccard Ober Gurl Charles Kipfer Mraame Taik Ripfer

Balloon Inventors Safe, Surprised By Descent

Record notes Swiss scientists Auguste Piccard and Charles Nipper left the aluminum balloon during a perilous ascent and reportedly descended on foot toward the near settlement. Searchers spotted the balloon abandoned at around 8000 feet, with no sign of the explorers. Telegraphed reports suggest they may have boarded a different descent route hours earlier, leaving uncertainty about their fate until they reach safety.

Anauate Piccard Charles Nipper Porligghat Tulleon Thins Urgler Turmer Glacier Gnign

Bible School Enforces Waistline Test for Preachers

COLCAGO May 28. Garrett Biblical Institute president Frederick E Elgelen announces divinity students must pass physical exams over four years to ensure fitness for ordination. He says body care matters for effective preaching and that overeating could hinder admission and preparation.

Colcago Frederick E. Elgelen Garrett Biblical Institute

Spring Showers Expected in 8 A Thursday Night

Unclear weather outlook predicts thunderstorms for San Antonio Thursday, with Del Rio area already receiving showers. Dallas forecasts show little change in temperature for San Antonio, with a low around 58 and a high near 78. Rainfall for the period totals about 1.01 inches versus a normal 3.20 inches.

del Rio Exstwadl San Antonio Tarhoe Sasa San

Five Victims of Shipwreck Sought

Five victims of a shipwreck near Long Island sound remain missing after a sloop Sea Bor incident. Coast guard craft and planes comb the area while a woman’s body, Doris B. Dowly, was found. A Bellevue Hospital psychologist and a scorched life preserver piece suggest a total loss by explosion aboard the auxiliary mint or awie elo.

New York United Uint Sea Bor Coast Guard Long Island Sound

Employment Gains in U S During May

Washington May 28 Secretary Doak reported that Labor Department figures indicate a slight improvement in employment conditions in May. He said employment trends are better than in any recent month, though no full data yet for the week ending May. Further evaluation will take time.

U.S Washington, D.C Doak Tollay Rounerd Wee Cheek

Weather Forecast for Thursday and Friday Details

Weather forecast predicts scattered showers and thundershowers across the west and north regions. Winds will shift to the west and north, with nocturnal temperatures dipping moderately. A stormy pattern may affect Exeter and nearby areas, with stronger gusts possible late Thursday night into Friday morning. Additional updates on page 2.

Montty Howdy Diraherera Norlan Exeter

Vatican tensions rise as anti church protests erupt

Vatican guards patrol city as demonstrators seize copies of the Vatican newspaper and burn issues. Italian troops and Swiss guards reinforce key sites while Vatican officials deny arms dealing reports. Negotiations with Italy aim to ease rising tensions after the demonstrations.

Vatican Vatican Gity St. Puter's Church London

Students Destroy Portrait of Pope in Rome Clash

Fascist students attacked the Civilta Cattolica publishing house in Rome, stoning windows and ripping down a painting of Pope Pius, then carried books and pamphlets into the street and set them ablaze. Police did not intervene and authorities later dispersed the demonstrators amid rising Vatican-Italian tensions.

Rome Piva XE Vatican Civilta Cattolica Templedt Ersing Hig Coun Inse de Pape Viazea Colunne Ortergntore Romana Sheralliau Anid Per Dons Lo

Diesel Plane Sets New Record at 70 Hours

Detroit aviators Walter Tees and Frederick Brown piloted a Diesel plane to a non refueling endurance record of 70 hours 23 minutes near Wayne, continuing their flight after takeoff at 6 47 a m with about 60 gallons of fuel remaining.

Impeachment Motion Fails To Clear House

Nashville May 25 The impeachment of Governor Treary H Horton may be recommended to the House of Representatives by the administration as enough votes exist today to defeat the articles of impeachment when they are considered. A vote count suggested a quorum might not be reached before tomorrow.

Horton Nashville Teron

Retail Volume in 1930 Compared to 1929 Prices Down

Washington March 6 1930 Despite lower prices department stores moved as much merchandise in 1930 as in 1929 says Dr Malcolm P McNair Harvard Business School He reports a purge of retail stores showing large department stores earned strong profits while others lagged GPO Universal Service

Universal Service Washington, D. 6 Iter Equaliry Alt Fy National Retail Dry Goods Association Malcolm P. MecNair Defeayt of Business Research Harvards University McNair Jarge

Presbyterian Church Debates Birth Control Policy

WILBOURGH May 24 The general assembly of the Presbyterian church began deliberations on birth control. Officials weigh approval or condemnation in committee as they analyze acceptance as a matter of church duties.

Wilebourgh General Assembly The Presbyterian Clurch U. B.A

Driver's Alcohol Rub Alibi Too Good-Judge Frees Him

YAIGNGO March 29. John Z. Boones faced the court as the accused driver. Police reported the scent of alcohol from his breath but he claimed a Turkish bath caused a “alcohol rub” on his face. The officer testified he smelled alcohol. The judge discharged him after hearing the alibi and explanations.

John Anegka John Z. Boones Proticia F. Murray Ile-Eng

Oil Price Reshuffle at Vacuum Oil Plant

Houston May 29 Vacuum Oil Co announces price cuts on Taeskport Lake Charles coastal crude and other grades. Grade A falls to 60 cents per barrel while all other grades reduce 3 to 6 cents per barrel. The company cites market pricing and limited coastal field output as reasons, expressing hope the readjustment will keep operations in the field profitable.

Houston Texas Vacuum Oil Company Taeskport Lake Charles Janckport Tevez

Post Chaplain Goes to Kelly for Duty

Chaplain Morbert A. Weagney reports to Kelly for duty. He has been stationed at Kort ham and Toluston as chaplain for the Twenty third County.

Kelly Morbert A. Weagney Kelly Fick Tle Kortham Tlouston

Trade unions clash over wage cut plan in San Antonio

A San Antonio wage dispute pits carpenters and bricklayers against contractors. Carpenters refuse a wage cut to $7 a day and press for $9, while bricklayers stay at $4. The San Antonio Trades Council and the Associated General Contractors were involved, with mayoral discussions reported but details disputed. The issue prompted a committee at City Hall and a threatened broad reduction request on May 8, though union leaders deny it was firmed at the meeting.

Sporkmen San Antonio Associated General Contractors Sing S City Hall Fred Fishback Iradex Council Hove Leo Hoeigen

Classified want ads offer cars and rentals with details

Norly side duplex and other items for sale include a sport coupe priced at 4000 with 4000 miles, a downtown magazine stand rental at 10 per month, furnished apartment with private bath and nook, and travel offers for a Monte Rey trip. Numerous opportunities listed in today's Classifieds.

Norly Bnik “S Warane Moree St. Lee

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