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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1931
Page
10
Lily Low, 20, seeks independence amid family duty as she leaves home for San Francisco dreams. She recalls courting, music lessons, and a life shaped by money, love, and the pull of a wider world on the eve of a hopeful journey.
An attempt to set fire to the home of A W Burris was discovered early when a reflection on a wall led the resident to investigate. Burris used a garden hose to extinguish the blaze after finding kerosene poured on the ground and on a pile of yard waste. The would be arsonist was identified by Burris and a report was filed with authorities.
A masked group abducted Miss Virginian Martines, age 16, from 0G Teal Street while she stood with her mother on the porch. The incident occurred Sunday evening as a car stopped and a teen lifted Martines into the vehicle. Police and witnesses identified suspects and investigated the scene.
Fragmentary text shows city commission meeting about borrowing from two banks to cover current expenses. Mentions Mayor C M Sloan and a central Crist campaign, with unclear date and context. Safety and clarity limited by damaged source.
In a public inquiry into the City of Flint Bank Trust Company affairs, a statement alleging the author held vice president and director roles was declared incorrect. Wolcoma Watson testified that although he owed the bank money, he was never vice president or vice chairman and resigned as a director in 1930 due to indebtedness.
A fragmented note from Texas history recalls a strange walk. The passage hints at a single place tied to a death, with lines suggesting a pivotal moment and a recurring glare.
An upcoming Heighle elementary PTA meeting is scheduled for 2:30 PM with chair Mee presiding. The show and related discussions are listed, including a noted appearance by Fan Winkle and a review of counts from local slate conventions.
Federal prohibition officers seized 80 gallons of whiskey and four defendants faced charges in Kendall County. Arrest details describe an alleged contract for 70 gallons at two dollars per gallon and the seizure of a 100 gallon still. Complexities include bond, courtroom testimony, and pending federal court trial set for December term. Nearby farmers signed a statement supporting a defendant while another man faced possession and manufacture charges with a $1500 bond.
Local attorneys in the District Attorney's office in Waco reorganized during a court session week. Assistant Egbert Selusvppe moved to assist Russell Wine, while District Attorney John D. Harlan returned to San Angelo. Crom Waco expects a trial on November 21. Mark Haney faces opposition from opposing counsel. Judge Dual West plans to return by Monday night.
Boerner, a 24 year old transient, was treated at Robert Deen hospital Monday after his camp fire rolled into a nearby blaze. The incident occurred while he slept, with minor burns reported and medical care provided.
A wave of burglaries Friday and Monday left multiple homes and businesses robbed across the city. Items stolen include $485 from a laundry office safe, $100 travel checks, a $100 cashier’s check, and jewelry worth hundreds, with suspects fleeing after break ins and broken windows observed near several addresses.
The Messenger Boys elect Audrion McGuire as president of the WUTCD elib composed of messenger boys from the Wistert Union Telegrayl rampany. The club seeks leadership from figures including Tye Ron Kennedy and Joe, with Sponnore the club sponsoring the effort at the Y AFA.
Dr J Towktor past president and editor of the Medical Accordant Annals will speak on The Endocrine Mandind Personality before the Scientific Society of San Antonio on the recon floor of the Elevenye building 134 Weal Conmmense street Tuesday. The next meeting will be December 3 when Prof John P Daonaghey of Tuearnate Word college will discuss the proposed calentie reform.
A garbled dispatch from NTA Tardaga, California, on November 16 describes Japan selecting China for a matter of imperial policy. The report compares the situation to Al Capone targeting prohibition agents and mentions Grandi in the United States. It references Gandhi, a goat, and a grape vine as odd imagery. Grandi aims to get 7-T-1 from Hoover, with both missions possibly successful according to the piece.
Walter H. Wiggins of Fort Sam Houston and two fellow escapees were captured Sunday night at 204 Sandemeyer Street Wiesin after fleeing the army reservation on October 19. They allegedly overpowered a sentry, forced a kidnapping, and traveled via car through Johnson City and St Louis before ending their chase, with Wiggins detailing the sequence to police.
Southown Belt Telephone company filed a petition with the city council on Monday seeking a permit for under street conduit extensions and lateral pipes. The request was referred to the commissioners by Mayor M. Chambera for construction work on North Levon North Veeps North San Saba and Nargdochessen Honlinm streets.
Real Estate Board to elect officers at a board meeting to be held at the Gunter hotel. The nominating committee includes L. BR, Fite, J Tl Plionery and Th FB. Gragg Sr. will announce the vacancy caused by the death of Fr. E. Hilde brand. W. Adams, president, to preside.
Thieves absconded with about 700 pounds of pecans from the Subebine Pecan Shelling Company at 22 South Medina during the weekend. Four tires were also taken from autos owned by W. Gibson and David Bonner, with additional items reported missing. Police investigated Monday morning.
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