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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 01, 1931

Page

2

City bonds approved amid court fight and civic plans

Opponents warn of a landmark 82 million bond issue tied to a city project as court actions unfold. Officials, including Mayor Chambers, press for bond sale while arguing legality and public support. Secret meetings and telegraphic haggling shape bids due by December, with plans to fund civic improvements and job creation for about 1500 workers.

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Holdup Men Rob Shoemaker at Resort Street

A man says he was held up in his home on JAH2 Aagramora Street night. Two men entered. one demanded money after asking what he wanted while the other searched Word and took cash from his person. The incident, described as a sudden attack, left Word traumatized but unharmed.

Word

Navy plan fails as league accepts terms of agreement

Government reports indicate major powers have met the required conditions and accepted the proposal. The state department notes the plan will take effect tomorrow and outlines steps for constriction and replacement of obsolete devices. The United States awaits formal ratifications from involved nations before full implementation.

Ge Teague Malione Nlste Geversa Maral Cumma State ‘Department

Obituary for Albert Morh oit in San Antonio

Obituary notice for Albert Morh oit of San Antonio who died at home on Saturday. Funeral services will be held Sunday at the Riebs One raking company chapel. He was a member of Kinrmonta Icdze No 1 and will be buried at Handre burial pack. He was a native of Comal rosets and lived in San Antonio for 42 years. He is survived by widow Mire Attzorta Moehrisi, three sons Alexander Roland and Welter Mosberg, and daughter Mire Louise Mueehrin, all of San Antonio.

Albert Morhrig Albert Morhoit Mizston Street Mire Attzorta Moehrisi Roms Alex Ander Roland Welter Mosberg Mire Louise Mueehrin San Antonia

Navy League waits Hoover on inquiry into Navy affair

The Navy League remained ready for action as Hoover prepared to appoint a committee to probe alleged Navy Department missteps. White House discussions with Secretaries Adams and Wilson and Rear Admiral Thomas did not clarify who would be named. Hoover planned a visit to his Virginia retreat, while the Navy League, Gardeners Hyenseil, and others stayed cautious, awaiting the president’s next move.

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County mails 52,000 property tax notices in record time

Chief Deputy M G Bardwell says the Maury County tax office mailed 52 000 notices in record time. The first batch went out two weeks ago and about 30 000 dollars in tax collections have been received as of the latest tally.

Maury

Bouxnight Freed in Murder Trial Outcome

Leon Tonknight was acquitted tonight after a two hour jury deliberation. The state charged Tonknight conspired with John Beloin and three others to attack, with alleged documents used as the basis for civil claims.

Bouxnight Nocston Det INS Leon Tonknight Atar

Early 1930s Election Outcomes Shape House Control

Washington reports await result of five congressional races that could determine House control. Democrats hold promising leads in Ohio and New York contests while Republicans resist in others. Analysts note potential shifts in speaker choices depending on absentee votes and party alignment as December 1 and 7 deadlines loom.

Universay Bartle Washington D.C Pusitay Ohio David Lerbach Demiocrat Joly Tf. Hollister Mevulleans Martin T. Sweeney D. Harden Tursy Noblicon Aielgam Aichaél Bert Reéond Charles S. Hill Nithward la Sinkes New York Josey Trelanez Willian J. Padgett House Crooklyn Philadelphia Nicholas Longworth Michigan Joniey Pennsylvania New Jersey Vaul Eralr Joan Farmer-Laborite Minnesota Mat Vole

Weathered fragment yields scattered place names and data

OCR text provides a fragmentary weather and navigation report with names such as New Seale, Denver, Ban Fy Pasa, Memphie, and Memphis. It mentions winds, seas, and temperatures, plus various locations and times, but the content is garbled and only partially readable.

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Fragmented inked column on kings and governance debates

An incoherent pastiche discusses Carthaginian and European royalty, Mussolini, and political authority. It critiques government, post offices, and public charity while railing against inflated prices and indulgent elites, referencing a Protestant church and improvised modern governance imagery.

Debtor relief sparks congressional debate

Washington reports rising opposition to debt cancellation as congress considers vast European debt relief. Lawmakers including Cable of Ohio and Taft of Kansas condemn cancelling principal while others across the GOP criticize any broad write‑off. The dispute spans banking, finance, and public policy as the next year’s decisions loom.

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Working Children Hurt Breadwinners in Chicago Scene

Fragmentary report from Chicago describes harm to young workers aged seven to seventeen amid a push for reform. Apparent references to national labor issues and a secretary from a United Child Labor organization appear in the sparse text.

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Democrats Will Control Laws Warns Shouse in Middletown

In Middletown Connecticut on October 2, national Democratic Committee chairman Toner Shouse warned that Democrats will control legislation in the house of representatives whether they organize it or not. He said Republicans will be left with a “spilt on A hundred lagurs.”

Middletown Conn Temncrata Tonctl Shouse House of Representatives Vmheriee Republicana

Former Kelly Man and Companion Killed in Crash

A late today crash remark says former Kelly man and companion died when their plane burned after a crash near Gatesville. San Antonio officials said the aviator and companion were aboard and perished, with authorities reporting fire and wreckage at the site.

Kelly Gatesvine Treas San Antonin

Dino Grandi and Hoover Copesigt in 1931 disarmament talks

In a Washington report Dino Grandi and Hoover are named amid discussions on disarmament and German policy. The note references U.S. foreign ministerial contacts and a broader push to address economic conditions and international authority.

Dino Grandi Hoover Copesigt Universal Sarche Thome Foretgn Minster Dino Grand Washington Moores Germany

Railroad Unions Plan Relief Meeting in Washington

Cleveland report notes that representatives of the 21 railroad brotherhoods will meet in Washington on Monday to plan relief for railroad workers affected by strikes. The dispatch cites leaders and aims to coordinate nationwide aid before sustaining disruptions spread further.

Cleveland Washington Bey Peyre

Halloween Carnival Ends With Police Guarded Downtown

Halloween celebrations in San Antonio drew crowds on Tristan Street with witches and revelers as police guarded the downtown area. The night saw a quiet mood overall, with few injuries and several drunks detained, while parade-style crowds dispensed with chaos on Soledad Street and surrounding avenues.

Pope Pius to Tour Vatican Buildings Tomorrow

Pope Pius will tour Vatican City landmarks tomorrow with Cardinal Pacelli, visiting buildings erected since the seat began. The official trip will include the postal and railway facilities, accompanied by a small retinue.

Pope Pius Vatican Buildings Vatican Vatican City Cardinal Pacalli Alate

GOP Expected to Retain Chieftains

Washington dispatch reports the Republican National Committee expected to keep heads Charles A. Beane and other members in place until the next national convention, despite internal signals of possible changes. The December meeting was anticipated to reaffirm leadership continuity for the party.

Washington Leen Ate Tnt Republican National Committee Chaleram Airoeon PD Bean

Pantages Ready for Second Trial Amid Turmoil

Fragmentary report indicates Pantages faces a second trial amid confusion and murky references to charges and proceedings. Names and details are unclear, but the trial reopens with anticipation in a tense legal setting.

Bridge Curfew Disregarded Reported

The article notes a proposed bridge curfew between Laredo and Nuevo Laredo with advisories from Mexican officials and American authorities about possible daily entry restrictions. It mentions a tentative closure at 9 p.m. and the lack of official confirmation of retaliatory measures.

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Akron to Converse by Radio Report

Fragmentary OCR notes describe Akron and Jahueke engaging in radio communication with an off-jer station. The text mentions direct contact and interh weaving equipment by the National Draudenst company.

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Union Voters For Day Plan Support Amid Wage Cut Talks

Union members including carpenters and joiners union No 180 discuss a one day work stoppage to push for a shorter workday without wage reductions. The meeting names October 3 as a key date and signals willingness to adopt a wage cut compromise if needed.

Muamterea Bervite Valiaio Valif Gali Carpenters and Joiner Union Tioenl

One Cent a Day Insurance Offer Promises Monthly Payouts

An old advertisement from The Vortat Tite & Cestally Insurance Co promotes an accident policy with benefits up to $100 a month for 24 months. The offer targets men, women, and children aged 10 to 10, requiring minimal details and no medical exam, with a 10 day cost and a request for names and relationships to beneficiaries.

Dierks Kansas City

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