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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1932
Page
1
Today MAME, Pia, Nov. 14 reports President Wanye invites Governor Roosevelt to discuss foreign debts and a proposed unity plan for Congress. The piece notes potential timing issues before March 4 and explores Roosevelt’s possible stance on foreign obligations and tax policy.
Libby freed from murder charges as cold wave expected to hit South Africa with a forecast of freezing temperatures and near 22 degrees in parts. The weather bureau predicts a cold front sweeping down from the Rocky mountains bringing 68 to 54 degree highs before a sharp fall and winds. Monday's high reached 78, with 59 the low on Tuesday.
In Forsyth County Superior Court Judge A M Stack discharged Libby Reynolds and Ab Walker in the fatal shooting of her husband Smith Reynolds. Prosecutors found insufficient evidence to proceed to trial though the case remains reopenable if new evidence emerges. Authorities had delayed action since July when Reynolds died from a gunshot wound. Witnesses questioned by investigators raised doubts about self infliction, prompting the discharge amid requests from the Reynolds family.
Severe winter storm from the Canadian Rockies drives subzero temps across at least three northern states. Blizzards hamper air travel and rail, with Kansas City dropping 45 degrees to 17 above by 2 am. Snow and high winds paralyze roads as the weather bureau tracks a center near the region. Transcontinental and Western Air reports airline and passenger service disruptions between Indianapolis and Colorado, amid frigid conditions.
Partly cloudy and colder with a cold wave Tuesday. Wednesday mostly fair and colder. Lows around 28 to 30 Tuesday, highs near 54 Wednesday. Moderate to frosty northerly winds. Monday high near 6, Tuesday low near 6, continuing cold into Wednesday. Southeast coastal region colder with freezing temps inland.
TIJUANA Mex Nov 14 Business men of the border town discussed two plans to lure American tourists if the Eighteenth Amendment is repealed. Officials say about twenty salon owners plan to sell beer at five cents for a 10 ounce glass or ten cents for a full bottle to attract customers, as current prices are unclear.
Boston authorities doubt a secondhand tale that Gol Raymond, a friend of President Hoover, was killed by New Jersey gangsters. Ralph J. Code of Dorchester, held on $10,000 bail, allegedly told Byrd a version claiming Gorone Robins vanished in September after being kidnapped and dumped at sea near Montank Point, New Jersey.
New York November 16. More than 44 million dollars will be safely distributed within the next two weeks to members of Christmas clubs and other organizations. Herbert F. Rawls, president of the Christmas Club, says average distribution will be about 42 dollars per person versus 47 last year. Banks affiliated with other organizations will make similar distributions. the grand total is not yet determined.
Los Angeles November 1 1930 Pastors and the Methodist Preachers Association prepare a formal protest against Governor Rolph regarding pardoning of a prohibition enforcement law. A. H. Briggs of the Anti Saloon League advised against action. The move follows a legislative repeal vote last week.
In Laredo Texas Eduardo Escarcega Preca 19 business manager of TE Norte Nuevo Laredo newspaper is dead and Gustavo G Cerrillo 30 offender of su fame paper said jailed for Johnny as vest after a shooting police say the two youths quarreled over political differences and the shooting followed they recently arrived together
Typhoon ravaged eastern Japan, causing widespread damage and leaving many towns flooded. In Tokyo the death toll ranged in the hundreds with 28 missing, while 12,000 homes were submerged in Kawasaki. Rail and wireless services were disrupted but relief efforts began as Japan’s hardest typhoon on record caused extensive property loss and marooned travelers across the country.
President Hoover on an overnight train en route to Washington outlines plans for a war debt settlement with Franklin D. Roosevelt. A St. Louis delegation of friends met the party as the train paused, while Hoover remained publicly silent on debt proposals until arrival. The journey continues toward a 40 a.m. Washington arrival.
Vienna prodigy from Vienna, Nori-n- Tolt Milner, wowed officials on arrival in New York after winning engagements abroad. Customs officers questioned her identity and potential motives, but she demonstrated proper identification and calm demeanor. The young pianist then prepared for upcoming concerts, drawing attention from crowds and critics alike.
Gadsden November 29 Senator B. Jordan of Montgomery county faces bribery allegations after a Montgomery grand jury indicted him for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe during a recent Alabama legislature special session. He posted 2400 bond and was released. The charge stems from an alleged request of 250 expense money from a theater manager to sponsor a Sunday amusement program.
A man and a woman confessed to planning and carrying out a murder for a $5000 insurance payout. They were jailed in Liberty and charged with killing D. W. Browney, a 62 year old night watchman at Tekan Gur Sulphur company. The scheme emerged two months prior, with Browney’s former common law wife involved. The man said he committed the actual shooting.
Geneva reports a rising toll from last Wednesday’s riots with 18 injured people and damages noted across the city. The text mentions an “apple army” of the Chinese community in Oklahoma City and describes a charity-related incident involving apples and vendors, but the fragmentary OCR makes specifics unclear.
Reconstruction era relief funds totaling 1,692,947 are authorized for Kansas Texas and Florida with Texas receiving 1,161,086 for emergency relief. Counties listed include Harris, Houston, Travis, Austin, Bexar, San Antonio, Potter and others. Funds available from November 16 to December 31. Previous allocations for October 1 to November 15 noted.
In Austin on November date, Allred was summoned to appear in Laredo before Federal Judge Randolph Bryant. The case concerns whether a decree should be minted carrying out a decision of a Mirrersfidge federal eevi ct, involving the Texas TALIM commission in Ratt Texas.
A garbled OCR page shows scattered entries including apartment rates, vehicle references, names, and random figures. The fragmentary text mentions rents, locations, and various personal names, creating a chaotic catalog-like record without a clear leading event or cohesive story.
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