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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1931
Page
1
Arthur Brisbane reviews the Taos Ly Hing feature section and synopsizes prominent local features. The column highlights cultural events and notable personalities shaping the week in Taos.
The article reflects on quiet entry into war, global gold and silver dynamics, and the impact on markets. It discusses Japan’s possible gold needs, silver as money, and American finance, with references to Gandhi and colonial perceptions. It traces early transcontinental flight progress and notes changes in world power and attire among dignitaries.
Dispatches from Mukden report Japanese air units bombing retreating Chinese forces in central Manchuria near the Nonni river. The Chinese army faced heavy pressure as Japanese infantry and artillery pressed forward, sending Chinese troops northward in a panicked retreat.
London dispatch reports a British savior document claiming Japan aims for Asia dominance and could risk war with the United States to secure its policy. The memo, titled The Maur Aka Menoriak, allegedly sent to Emperor Hirohito four years earlier, argues Manchuria alone justifies broader expansion and is to be presented at the next royal council.
A damaged rental directory fragment lists numerous apartment names and weekly or monthly rents across locations. It reads like a classified catalog with entries such as Noten, Jamar, Waverly, Guilbrau, and Riverside Ph, including owner agents contact and payment terms, though the text is incomplete and garbled.
HUNTEVILAA Texas Nov 6 The daily paper will replace the old telegraph as the main informer for prisoners. Three hours after W A Padduck of Houston announced the three year ban on newspapers for inmates was lifted. Every inmate on walls and farms now receives the news via the Grapving Telegraph. The prison board cited colorful crime stories as a reason to lift the ban.
Paul A. Lockhart court on Friday set a $1000 final bond for Trenchen J. Cox charged with liquor violations after he pleaded not guilty. Cox faced questions about a supposed alcohol shipment near a chicken house, replying that the chickens were to blame. Earlier in the week another man, E. Cre, pled guilty on related counts. The raid occurred on Hant avenue near Casju rod where whiskey was allegedly stored in 550 gallons of trash.
Dern, Nov. 6 A brief trial concluded with Barrett aged 42 pleading guilty to the slaying of his daughter-in-law Mrs Noay Horsett. The jury returned a verdict of guilty after a series of aborted murder trials previously on record. The defendant offered only a skeletal explanation in court as the case moved to final sentencing.
Ralph Capone reports to federal custody in Chicago to begin a five year sentence for income tax evasion. Bond forfeiture deadline was set by the United States Circuit Court of Appeals.
Nor Wi Kay Mick was convicted by a local court on a murder charge related to a shooting near Walker. He was sentenced to five years imprisonment after a jury returned a verdict last night.
The Japanese government negotiates with Chile over the purchase of the Chilean cruiser Negada. Details are unclear due to the damaged text, but officials indicate talks focus on acquisition of the vessel.
San Antonio and surrounding areas expect warmer conditions with a cool night and a hot day. Friday night near 60 degrees with Saturday reaching around 82. Winds from the west to southwest bringing mild to warm air. Panhandle and eastern regions trend warmer through the period with temperatures rising into the high 70s to 80s.
Reports from the California coast recount two fatal naval accidents as the battleship Colorado near Anntn Roe island and the fleet’s carrier Saratoga suffered separate disasters. Six sailors died including Lieut Ralph Bradfield and Ensign Muntrey, with several injured as crews fought to manage gun turrets and risky flight operations amid censors. A third fatality occurred aboard the Maryland as Life of Oscar Erickson plunged overboard during a landing attempt off the Saratoga, while relief efforts and investigations followed.
Reports quote Republican leaders and Judge West as signaling William McMillan as the likely successor to Federal Judge T al West in San Antonio. Creager confirms McMillan’s name. West says he will retire with no firm appointment date, while others discuss interim acting roles and potential successors in the district.
A telegraph office in Houston was wrecked early with damage around 500 dollars. Police held a discharged worker found at the front office with cuts and bruises on his hands. The suspect was detained pending inquiry as company officials announced a new night manager would take effect November 1.
A garbled weather bulletin notes pleasant conditions for Los Angeles will continue with clear nights and mild days. Forecast calls for light northeast winds, with low temperatures around 51 and highs near 62.
Senator Genies McGill of Wichita and Mrs Virginia Parker were married in a simple ceremony here last night conducted by Daisy J Dickerson. The event followed a private nuptial during the Kansas Senate term and notes a straightforward exchange of vows in a modest setting.
The Light publishes J. Frank Dobie tale Lafitte and Pirate Booty detailing the famed pirate Lafitte and his era with Dobie's characteristic storytelling flair.
A feature on the feared sea raider once known for intimidation and daring piracy. The profile traces his notoriety, bold raids, and the lingering fear he inspired among sailors, traders, and naval powers across the high seas.
In Chicago trading, grain futures recovered after an early drop as buyers bought on the dip. Wheat held near 1 cent, corn slipped slightly but rebounded, and December contracts showed modest losses compared with the previous session. Bulls reemerged as the day progressed, pushing prices toward gains.
In a striking report from BALPAST Sarthe region, families face milk shortages as a strike disrupts milk delivery. Armed escort guards move milk into the city while strikers clash with dairy workers. Cattle and cows are described amid ongoing tensions and distress among children reliant on dairy.
Congressman Harry M Wurzbach dies at Santa Rosa hospital after a year of ill health and a recent appendicitis operation. Born San Antonio May 38 1874 he served 12 years in Congress. Funeral set for Sunday at St Mark's Episcopal Church with military escort to National Cemetery.
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