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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1951
Page
1
The city health department reported six new infant diarrhea cases and one death. The period recorded 64 cases and 376 total cases. During a prior period there were nine deaths and 272 cases.
British Navy alerts the cruiser Mauritius to sail for Iran if needed for evacuation or other purposes as tensions rise in the region. In Chicago, May 31 weather reports show severe conditions across the central states with freezing temps in Montana and snow in the northern Rockies. two tornadoes struck western Nebraska, killing one and injuring 75 amid heavy rain.
The Associated Press reports extreme heat across far west Texas and parts of the state with scattered thunderstorms possible Friday. Record readings showed 107 degrees in Presidio as a high.
Clevisland Texas May 31 John Binn t 26 of Conroe was killed yesterday when a length of lumber being fed into a saw whipped around and dragged him into the whirling blade.
May 3 in Little Rock reports a flag dispute at city hall where John Kimball denies intent to glorify war as Mayor Wassell calls, a flag is raised briefly then lowered at sundown. A chaotic scene prompts questions about commemoration practices and civic ritual.
U S weather map reports showers in the upper lakes north and central plains middle Mississippi valley and most western states. Snow to high elevations in Montana with rain in Wyoming. Warm spell continues in the south while northeast faces warning and chilly conditions in the north and central holes.
The first political clash of the new city administration arose as Fire Commissioner-elect George M. Roper opposed the reappointment of Joe Olivares and Quintanilla as personnel director. The fire and police civil service commission backed Ongares, with salary hikes, while Roper signaled he would not resign and members indicated he would be invited to confer soon.
Special to The Light Austin May 31 A complete recodification of Texas election laws moves to Gov Shivers for signature with controversial convention procedure changes Republicans and Texans in two party system debated. Maverick Jr objected to four points including pledge removal and secrecy in conventions. The bill passed the house 1853 but Maverick opposed final passage while others supported it.
General MacArthur announced the retirement of his chief aide Major General Courtney Whitney from active service. He praised Whitney for courage and efficiency as Whitney said he chose to walk the walk with MacArthur after Truman relieved him as supreme commander in the Far East.
In Birmingham on May 31 a jury sentenced Willie Burgh, a 25 year old Black man, to two life terms plus 70 years for seven burglary counts. The judge ordered the terms to be served consecutively, marking one of the harshest penalties in local burglary history.
Advertises FASTERTH alloy powder to reduce looseness in false teeth. Claims relief from wobbliness and embarrassment. Mentions Axcea Fiva Asia month and PASTRETIL laday with dubious phrasing.
A revival of the prewar Banco Germanda de la Amenea del Sur, the German bank for South America, will be organized in Mexico City in May. The move signals renewed German financial interest in Latin America.
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