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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 02, 1936

Page

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Texas Voters Decide On Six Constitutional Amendments

The San Antonio Light reports on six proposed Texas constitutional amendments appearing on the general election ballot. It urges rejection of No. 1 and No. 6 while endorsing Nos. 2, 3, 4, and 6, detailing fiscal implications and governance changes for the state. The piece discusses liquor privatization, pardons powers, legislative apportionment, and salary adjustments for top state officials.

THE San Antonio Texas Tuesiay

Rebels shell Leganes and strike Madrid fronts

Reports from Spain and Portugal describe insurgent aircraft shelling Leganes near Madrid with casualties among civilians. Fierce battles prompt planners to aim a decisive two day campaign as Franco's forces encircle Madrid while foreign powers weigh air strikes. Edward G. has been tapped to direct Mise Customs Agent at RKO as filming starts next month.

Lishon Portugal INS Madrid Jose Varela Lorri de Lisboa Franecisco Frahre Generalissima Essault Varela Madfid arcBery Cald Hollywood Edward Iy S.J. Riskin RKO Radio Xoducer Che Reid Sil

Florida Newspapers Win Suit Over Tax

A Florida court ruling favored newspapers in a tax case involving exemptions and promotional instruments. The decision affected the Florida Daily papers and Astound Daily, with implications for assessed values and related commercial agreements.

Florida

3 Dead and Many Hurt in Mountain Storm

A severe snowstorm swept across the mountains causing three deaths and numerous injuries. The storm disrupted travel and blanketed towns, with authorities reporting widespread damage and emergency responses underway as communities brace for aftereffects.

Rebels launch triple offensive near Madrid in Civil War clashes

Descriptions from Madrid report rebel forces advancing along an 80 mile front from Midrut to the Guadarramas with parries at Parla and Brunete. Madrid counters with an iron column while loyalist forces claim recapturing Parla. Franco touts rebel gain as unchecked. Civilians flee Getafe as battles intensify around El Escorial and surrounding passes. The report notes strategic aims to sever lines to Madrid and isolate loyalist defenders in the Leon Pass. The piece also advertises the Big Sunday Light newspaper in San Antonio.

Madrid Midrut Guadarrama Paria Saizmarca Abe Brunete Toledo Thorugh Ravatearnero Jose Varela Brutre Leon Pass Tebel Ela Escorial Parla Francisco Franco Getafe Pinta Brunete Zarzalejo el Escorial Guadalajars

Brooks Appeals for Police Protection in Texas Campaign

Houston dispatch reports Homer Brooks, a candidate for Texas governor, appealing for police protection at an evening rally and urging police cooperation to keep the meeting orderly. He noted praise from the American Legion state commander for breaking up a prior gathering and said he would discuss over KXYZ radio.

Houston Homer Brooks Warnes Texas American Legion Tampiegton- Haire Brooks KXYZ Total

Pay Cut and Age Pension Plan Stir Wisconsin Politics

A 1930s pay deduction under social security law is described with weekly tax amounts by age. Governor Alfred M Lindbergh promises repeal of compulsory insurance to achieve old age pension, pledging Republican support. The note ties withholding to workers’ pay envelopes and outlines tax figures for several year ranges.

Alfred M. Lindan Milwaukee Wis Republican Party

British Sailors Tortured by Japanese Police Allegations

British naval officials disclosed details of a brutal beating inflicted on three Royal Navy seamen at Keelung by Japanese police. A fountain pen was forced into a burn and ink used to coerce confessions after arrests over allegedly unpaid taxi fares. One sailor suffered a broken jaw. two signed statements while the other refused and endured further torture.

Sfangmhal Navy Asiatic Naval Bvitlehoayal Keelung T. C.parkersford

Weather Summary From Local Stations Describes Rain and Temperatures

A fragmented weather report lists wind speeds and rainfall totals for the area, noting a 24 hour period ending 7 a.m. Monday with variable precipitation and inches since January 4. It reports a moon phase, tide times, and upcoming celestial events, including last quarter on Thursday and high and low temperatures near 10289 p.m.

Natlon Haim Mauan Munday Nants Tarstay Wiscestay Aragsas Pass

Derby Tie Upset Reveals Misspelled Baby Registrations

Toronto dispatch reports a spelling error in registrations altered prize claims in the Millar baby race. Mrs Lily Kenny announced two missing babies were properly registered, making her the sole beneficiary as legal discussions with Justice Middleston unfold.

DERBY Toronto Lily Kenny Bureau of Vital Statistics Kennny

Sub Zero Weather Hits Mountains in Early Winter Blast

A bitter Arctic airmass froze the Rocky Mountains as a heavy snowstorm pushed southward. Temperatures dropped below zero in spots like Butte and Yellowstone, with slow highway travel, fog in Wyoming, and trains running behind schedule. Livestock farmers fear losses from the unexpected cold.

Denver Rocky Mountains Transcontinental Airways Wyoming Butte, Mont Yellowstone National Park

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