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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 20, 1932

Page

7

Government expense cuts loom in Hoover budget plan

President Hoover and cabinet announced a major reduction in federal appropriations to trim a possible 1 billion dollar deficit. The White House outlined that net cuts of about 70 million would be offset by increases in debt service and tax refunds totaling around 160 million, with fixed charges rising over 1 billion due to Reconstruction investments and land banks. Expect urgent budget finalization before Congress opens.

Washington, D. C Hoover White House Reconstruction Corporation Treasury Treasury Mills Eaid Burns House Appropriations Committee

Army Orders From Warhington List Transfers and Details

Army orders posted today list multiple transfers and station changes. Personnel move between Fort Barrancas, Hawaii, Chanute Field, Fort Bilsa, University of Georgia, Geult Field, Rockwell Field, and other installations. Names include Harold G. Holt, Donn D. WeRevald, Charley Willen C., and Gordon W. John.

Warhington Yosted Hickson M. C Walter Reed Hospitul Fort Barrancan Charter Greece Port Clark Fort Bene Ding Jawrenes F. Stone Mandelph Fala Michael I. Pavia A.C. Crinmyeld Hawaii Harold G. Holt Cavabry Fort Bilsa University of Georginy Dutallud M.C Sarig Ntallan Jamey Voten Chanute Flald Dowsins Dohnuton AMG Hawai Geult Firat Lieutenanta Donn D. WeRevald ALG Rockwell Teil Avid ‘N Immally A. C. Uawall Pot Crockett Tulle Ac Taveull Felt Starald G. Kelorwon A. Held Lo Howall Dean Atandolnn Tiree Welonanta Charley Willen C Mayall Murchfold Aten R. Spyineer R. c Philloutnes Channl Flog

Bexar County Sets Voter Record in General Election

Bexar county voters totaled 40 311 ballots in the recent general election, a record, as deputy county clerk Henna Scheer completed the count. The governor race saw Miriam A Ferguson defeat Orville Bullington by about two to one, with Ferguson at 30 731 and Bullington 15 935.

Bexar County Henna Scheer Bexar Scheel Miriam A. Ferguson Orville Bullington Ferguson Bullington Sewell

Relief Effort Aids Thousands Through Central Office

More than 9000 unemployed and needy people have registered for aid with the Central Relief committee, said T. J. Turner in charge. The group has raised 3000 to tally and seeks 6000 more from the Reconstruction Finance corporation. Six hundred jobs are being retitled daily under H. A. Briggs. Women sew with YWCA and other groups while Mary Lou Fannin assists in housing inquiries.

Central Relief Committee T. J. Turner Sallerization Youngs Crook Relief Committee Reconstruction Finance Corporation H. A. Briggs Bt. May International Institute Mre. d. Phillips

Mayor says he will not resign or run again

Mayor G. Chambers denies rumors of resignation before term end May 31. He states he has no plans to leave office or endorse any candidate while remaining focused on mayoral duties. He also mentions forming a law partnership with Judge K. Quin after his term, but will not join until term expires and denies federal appointment speculation.

GO. M.chambers Chambers Ghambers K. Quin City Utiliies

17 Year Old Boy Held in Chicago as Maniac Killer

Chicago announced the arrest of James Varocha aka Iggy the Mad, an 11 year old suspect linked to the slaying of Frank Jordan and the kidnapping of Mies Eilllan Henry. A 10,000-strong manhunt ended as police apprehended him in a burlesque theater. Henry, shaken, identified him amid a tense scene.

Chicago Maniac Killer James Iggy the Varocha Frank Jordan Mies Eilllan Henry Vayecin Tava Pollce Miss Henry Misa Henry Honda

Roosevelt studies foreign debt as White House visit nears

Governor Roosevelt spent hours at the Albany mansion reviewing a mass of statistics on foreign debts prepared by Professor Raymond Moley and R. G. Tugwell. He aims to form a debt policy before meeting Democratic lawmakers and to shape foreign policy for restored international trade.

Hyde Park Roosevelt Hoover White House Britaaia France Raymond Moley Columbia University R. G. Tugwell Executive Mansion Albany Congress Moley Tugwell America New York Washington Lord Lady Astor George Putnam New York City Mr. Hoover Warm Springs

Liberal RFC policy demanded by Rep Swing in California

Representative Phil Swing, a California Republican, urged the Reconstruction Finance Corporation to adopt a more liberal loan policy for cities counties and public works projects. He warned that without changes Congress would amend the law or the federal building program would need large expansion to meet needs.

Wasnuianua Ranee Corporation Phil Republican California FR. F. C Congress

Jewelry Burglary Strikes Two West Side Homes

A burglar smashed a rear door at Alvin Strange’s home 1550 West Ruisache Avenue and stole jewelry valued over 100 dollars. Earlier a thief entered William Cohn’s residence at 1316 North Flores Street with a skeleton key and took a watch along with several pieces of jewelry.

Alvin Strange Ruisache Avenue William Cohn North Flores Street

Two Pedestrians Injured by Autos

Two pedestrians were injured in separate auto strikes Saturday. J. M. Regan, 2, of 422 Callaghan Avenue, suffered a broken right leg after being struck at Matagorda and Golladay streets and was taken to Robert B. Green Hospital. W. Higgins, 58, of 301 Blum Street, was knocked down and bruised near Hackberry and Commerce streets after a car allegedly failed to stop.

J. M. Regan Callaghan Avenue Matagorda Gollad Robert B. Green Hospital W. ©. Higgins Blum Street Hackberry Camp Merce Sizeets

Jury Duty Excuses Help Quash Contempt Prosecution

Judge RB Minor dealt with eleven excuses from prospective jurors who failed to appear for duty. Deputy J W Hariny cited valid reasons. several individuals were exempt or non residents of Bexar county. Others were discharged or their cases postponed while one case remained pending.

N. Wo Martin Bexar County Pelton Boyle Jesus M. Esmilye Rafael Meding G. Gomez Horkuy W. H. Wright David Radler Dakore C. A. Williams Pesa Aratat NM ML Jardin Ayity Agathet Othara

Simpson Victory Sparks Washington Election Challenge

In the Tenth Congressional district Chicago reported James Bimpson Jr. won the seat by 1 with 101,871 votes to Charles R. Weber’s 100,449. Weber announced he will urge Congress to count again, citing fraud and irregularities amid untoward incidents during the election.

Chicago Washington James Bimpson Jr Distriet Charles R. Weber Simpson Weber Congress

Anti Beer Rallies Urged by W C T U

Mrs. Claude De Van Watts state W C T U president issues call for anti beer rallies followed by a day of prayer on December 5 for the dry cause. The statement says the union is up and doing and praying, while noting beer by Christmas is not considered possible.

W.C.T.U Austin Texas INS Claude de van Watts

Boy Struck by SUV Leaves Child with Serious Injuries

Ten year old Domingo Sanchez of 1102 Big Tooth Street was hit by an SUV on Lubbock streets Saturday night. He suffered a skull fracture and a broken leg as attendants at Robert B. Green Hospital feared for his life. The driver, who surrendered at police headquarters after taking the boy to the hospital, said the boy ran from the sidewalk directly in front of him.

Hoodlums injure soldier autoist in late Saturday attack

A soldier from the quartermaster corps named Normoyle was involved in a late Saturday street fight in the 600 block of Austin Street. Hoodlums threw rocks at his automobile, shattering the windshield and causing injuries to his hands and head. Police were notified.

Hlom. Ware Quartermaster Corps Pane Normoyle Austin Street

Court notices from multiple district courts and parties filed

A dense OCR list of cases across county and district courts names many judges, divisions, and parties including guardians, divorce, note and contract suits, garnishments, and contempts. It references Fort Worth style districts and several named banks and firms with numerous litigants and legal actions.

Democrats Pour Into Capital for Debts Conference

Democrats flood Washington ahead of the Hoover Roosevelt talks to shape party policy on European debts. John N Garner returns to act as speaker and vice president elect, opposing debt cancellation and favoring no moratorium extension. Roosevelt keeps meeting with Hoover informal while awaiting responses to notes from Britain France and Belgium. Debtor nations are widely expected to resume payments on December 15.

Washington, D. C Washington Hoover Roosevelt Capitol John N. Garner House Garner Texas Congress Great Britain Prince Senate Roosevelt Chary Mr. Hoover

Fireman Rescued After Clothes Catch Fire During Car Blaze

Fireman Eugene M. Duerier of the central station escaped serious harm when gasoline soaked clothing ignited as a truck owned by Frank Jones burned at Stumberg and South Plores streets. Fellow firefighters smothered the flames. Duerier suffered burns to both legs and feet but was unharmed otherwise after emergency treatment.

Eugene M. Duerier Central Fire Station Duerler Hoe Company No. 1 Stumberg South Plores Frank Jones Veresa Atract Jones Luer Jer

Safety Scheme Proves Failure

Ted Eeman of 13 South St Marys street reported two wallets containing $12 were stolen from his room late Saturday. One wallet held $7 and the other $5, undermining his safety plan of carrying money in separate wallets.

Ted Eeman South St. Mary's Street

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