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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1931
Page
2
Police and detectives report a city wide burglary roundup with multiple juveniles and adults arrested in connection with 14 minor burglaries and various thefts. Offenders detained include youths linked to housebreakings and street thefts across several blocks, with charges ranging from stolen goods to assault on officers.
Report from Willacy county details the first carload shipment of melons by Valley. Two vans loaded in transit were expected to depart within three weeks, with several more cars prepared for shipment as harvest advances.
In Chicago in May 12, a curious dispute arises over a credit scheme tied to ancient Egyptian practices. Archaeology Professor T Aner and Revntology expert Dr Peilshonsy note a receipt tied to a past series of payments, raising questions about modern adoption of antique financial ideas.
In Washington and at Arlington cemetery thousands gathered for a national tribute despite afternoon rain. Officials and crowds honored fallen leaders including Woodrow Wilson and other prominent figures as hoards of people observed a capital day of remembrance. Hoover and other leaders attended ceremonies marking the resting places of major historical figures.
Woman faces driving while intoxicated charges in Joba BR. The complaint, sworn by Raymond South of the district attorney, names City Police Officer John Salas and Philip V. Leutemeyer as witnesses. The alleged offense occurred on West Dewey Place, with Mire. Ciass as the driver in a state of intoxication.
A badly injured man was found on a street corner at 725 Collins Street. He suffered a deep back wound and was taken to hospital after bystanders assisted him. Police report unclear cause and medical treatment underway.
Fragmented OCR notes describe an incomplete jury in a Pantages case in California with references to Alexander Pettages and court proceedings. The text is garbled but indicates a jury impasse or exhaustion of jurors and a judge or court action.
Fragmentary report mentions military units and locations. Readers note uncertain OCR text references engineers, corps, and wartime posts with scattered names and dates.
A wrecked car on East Commerce Street injured owner C Barnes of Doddfield while a black dog rode the seabed inside the vehicle. The dog survived the crash and waited for Barnes’s return as police investigated. Barnes was hospitalized with severe bruises. A guard tended the wrecked car at the police station pound.
In Chicago on May 3 a speculative report notes a grain purchase program begun February 4, 1930, ending with an estimated deficit of about 100 million dollars. Officials cite shifting prices and financing costs while outlining ongoing charges for disposal and storage of grain.
In a recent gathering of the Women Greeters of America held on November 27, Miss Dean Duval was chosen president with Miss Gladys Palmer as vice president and Mrs. A. S. Hull as secretary and treasurer. Marie Tl. Chambadoe and other members were elected as delegates to the national conference in Vancouver, R.
In Dake Park Mey 20 a pair of masked men held up a poker game at the town constable Necker County hospital and shot two patrons. Anersa of Audubon and Beveer Hheltott were wounded, one fatally, as they stepped into the room during the robbery. Police launch manhunt for the suspects.
A fragmented report notes an autogyro flight completing a cross nation journey from San Tira to a distant city. The account references pilot Blane and a mission tied to military or aviation interests, with scattered timestamps and garbled fragments.
The courthouse shuts for Memorial Day with limited staff and closures across offices. Only essential services remain available, while courts observe a holiday schedule and delays may affect filings and hearings. General public access is reduced for the day.
Ochs is slated to speak to students amid chaotic scenes described as Vermin Gels and Adiver ay ad. Irma appears before the Ampriconlzaiad selient, with Sam Antonia Somtt of Jewish Wornhn referenced. Mandy night brings fear as students fear terrificaien in Tribet. West Canidgs sredh tall noted.
Wartime remembrances spread from France to Belgium as veterans and families honor fallen soldiers. American units in Paris and Brussels marked Armistice Day style ceremonies with wreaths, flags, and church services, while grand memorials recalled battles of the Somme, Argonne, and other fronts. The day featured widespread honors by veterans groups and diplomatic figures in Beaux Arts venues and cemeteries.
Minot New York May 0 Francis Crowley 19 condemned for causing fatal harm to a policeman. Jury verdict delivered yesterday after Crowley fled police during capture at a Map-Jeokan apartment. Judge ordered crowd to Sing Sing and an extra guard posted at Nassau county jail.
Five San Antonio residents connected with the Bexar county district group will attend a camp near July 11 to 20. The participants include Ceridariyizpl bassino and others linked to the Institute and local cultural groups. The property hosting the camp is loaned by Mr. and Mrs. Chilton B. DoPelle rue.
A brief line noting a contestant named Thi won first prize with a five shot performance. The report highlights the judge panel and venue, with Thi’s score leading the field and receiving a trophy.
The event draws hundreds of entries making it harder to select the three daily award winners. The increasing participation signals strong interest and competition.
May 26 BAN FRANCISCO A Harvard coast survey reports shipwreck victims unable to land after rocky sea conditions off Point Reyes. Lifeboat crews struggled to reach stranded sailors as waves battered the coast. Rescue efforts continued despite danger from rocks and surf.
The article reports Mote appealing to police to search for his wife, described as missing for weeks. The mother of their three month old child had not been seen since a night when the couple argued, prompting police involvement.
A fragmentary report describes Dr Biccued and assistant Charles Kitter detailing developments toward travel in a near upper air realm with airtight cabins for passengers. It notes Earth motion, wind patterns, and projected schedules, but the text is garbled and several names and places are unclear.
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Fragmented OCR notes show a contest and honorable mention list. Mentions Oscar's Light specialty work and a group of names including Nellie Dawsey Joe Teles Ella Wess and others. Indicates audience participation and a request for photos amid the scattered text.
The report details election results for a Legion post with distant ties, noting members from multiple towns and a focus on a central applicant Steven Catattak. It describes membership eligibility, district alignment, and the push for an appointment to a focal post, reflecting local civic engagement and organizational reach.
Flected by a local board in Luling, the event appears tied to municipal decisions and community notices. Key names and dates are unclear due to OCR corruption, but the item references governance actions, meetings, and probable personnel involved in a civic matter.
Fragmentary text shows garbled phrases and names, no clear event or entities. The readable bits mention a room and a caption like Polephone Jebera but lack coherent subjects or actions. The piece lacks verifiable people, places, dates, or organizations to summarize properly.
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