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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 22, 1931

Page

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Global and Local Currents in a Troubled World

A collage of 1920s-era opinions on suffrage debates in Europe and America, contrasting women’s voting rights, political revolts, and social mores with economic concerns. The piece references Militant reformers, revolutionary leaders, inflation era prices, and agricultural hardship across continents. Prominent figures include Dr Amel Burrero Garcia and Henry Fairfield Osborn, as well as King Joe. It notes pig theft sparking conflict in Guiara, and rising wheat prices boosting farmers while urban markets reel from depression.

England Moertee Dreldra Areesda Amel Burrero Garcia Mays Rome Ilild

Texan Beauty Queen at Northwestern U

Paula Parcelle of Amarillo Texas was selected Northwestern University beauty queen after a Navy Army event win. She is a member of Kappa Alpha fraternity and a sophomore.

Northwestern Uricago Rue Paula Parcelle Amarillo Teras Heauty Dicen Northwestern University Souther Airy Inaval Army and Navy Bath Kappes Alpha ‘Thelm Aophomere

Unclear Weather Forecast With Rain Elsewhere

Readable parts describe rain in Ben Antonia and Vielniixs Cloody with showers. Loweal tem per night around 8 and high near Bentley around 4. Moderate winds shift to fresh northward later. West Texas forecast cites cold fronts and possible levee conditions. north portion sees warmer later while south cools.

Ben Antonia Texas Might Ktechwem Inks

Mussolini Sees U S as Leading Factor in Peace

Benito Mussolini argues that the United States holds the balance of power and should lead efforts for international stability and economic rehabilitation. He notes visits by Grandi and Laval as signs of earnest dialogue with Hoover’s administration and calls for global cooperation to avert collapse, envisioning peace through disciplined armament and economic renewal.

Mussolini U.S Benito Mussolini Freraler Halse Rome Nerson United States Ewrone Ower Waashington Atatesmen Pitre Laval France Grandi America Engined Onipechayy Germany Jourisl Washington Europe Hoover Artig Signor Grandi Singhalion Keor

Lusitania Wreck Will Be Examined Next Months

The wreckage of the liner Lusitania off the Irish coast, torpedoed twenty six years ago, will be examined within the next few months by French salvage editors. Details were learned today at the port.

Tandon Nor UNS Tinsitania Torreford Irish

Plague of Webs in Victoria Stirs Seers Rumors

In Victoria villagers report a spider web infestation that covers streets and homes. Witnesses say webs cling to windshields and clothing, sparking superstitions about an approaching disaster or storm. Locals link the silky threads to impending bad weather and potential upheaval.

Victoria Tetos

Queretaro Suspends Religious Services In State Decree

Queretaro suspends all religious services until further notice as Governor enforces decree requiring prior approval. The edict limits attendance to one person per household in the state, citing unspecified reasons for the suspension.

Queretaro Mexico Nuusta Quereturo

Escaped Convict Sentenced for Bank Holdup

Jnes Oversierer, an escaped Oklahoma convict wanted in many Midwest cities for bank robbery, was sentenced in Marquette to 84 to 90 years for the 14000 Whrat Nationn bank holdup in Michigan.

Mt, Cimmens Mich INS Jnes Oversierer Oklahoma Marquette

Texan Injured by Dynamite Blast Near Irving

Dallas November reports Arch Litton injured in dynamite blast at Ti Spann farm near Irving. He was taken to a hospital in serious condition with doctors noting potential recovery. Event details are unclear but indicate a farm blast caused injuries to Litton.

Dallas Arch Litton Ti. Spann Irving

Davis Sails for Home from Philippines on President Lincoln

Manilla November 21 The Governor General Duchy Davin travels with his daughter Cynthia aboard the President Lincoln bound for the United States. Davin has been granted a leave of absence from his duties in the Philippines.

Manitia Govenor Duchlhy Davin Cynthia United Lincoln Philippines

Heavy Snow Hits Oklahoma Panhandle and Plains

Heavy snowfall blankets Oklahoma with five to six inches in Grant and Linea counties and six inches in Wheanow. The storm coats the panhandle and western Kansas regions, bringing moisture to dry wheat fields as residents report conditions improving travel delays and school closures.

Oklahemy Panhandle Western Knosos Grant County Linea. County

Grown brothers seek male names for renaming petition

In Anderson Indiana on an unspecified November day Geneva and Nola Armstrong petitioned the court to rename a minor to Doug lan and Noel. The two brothers, Trey and another unnamed, discuss male names and future considerations.

Universal Service Anderson Ind Geneva Nola Armstrong Bera Douglan Nix Noel Trey

Sales tax idea grows after Canada tour influence

A bipartisan group of U S congressmen led by Senator King from Utah urged adopting a Canada like sales tax to raise revenues and fund federal programs. They cited Canada’s success and suggested integrating it with modifications to the Volstead Act to ease wine and beer manufacturing. The trip, hosted by William Randolph Hearst, aimed to improve revenue and Canadian American relations.

Washington, D.C INS Canada Congress Dominion William Randolph Usarst King Guinarrat Utah America Song Economic Salvation Ivy Holsting Boland Lichtengaelmer Councils Pennsylvania Vouglas Alassachusetts Scelly Illinois Cole Maryland Revere New York Senate Finance Congressional Party

Allred on Way to Austin After Hunt

Del Rio Texas November 21 Attorney General James V Allred travels toward Austin after hunting a buck and shooting a wild turkey on ranch of cousin V Askew secretive trip following a trust busting matter last week with reports of a hunt and travel.

del Rio Texas James V. Allred Deltic Austin V. Askew

Mexico reports cotton crop at 1.6 million tons

Mexico's ministry of agriculture announced the nation's cotton crop for the year will total about 1.6 million tons. It describes the crop as resistant, with uniform fiber and consistent color.

Mexico Mexico City Ministry of Ag- ' Fletultarce

Corsican Brigands Nabbed in Drive

Corsica police and gendarmes arrested a large band of terrorists in a campaign on Corsican hills near Ajaccio. About 150 individuals were detained as authorities push to clear the island of the threat.

Bercice Ajaccin Corsica Corsican

Garner Parley With Tammany Boss Reveals Talks

Washington November 1 A breakfast conference between John Garner and Democratic leaders explored party leadership talks. Garner denied any poll or formal decision while Curry confirmed discussions noted as tentative. The exchange touched on Texas connections and referenced Bishop James Cannon and Methodist leader Buuthery A.

Washington, D Joln Curry New York Tymalsay Bose Jack Garner Garner Curry Sid Texas Sitting Bull Gurnee Dise Wise James Cannon Buuthery

Bitter cold grips Rockies across a wide front

A severe cold wave swept the Rocky Mountain region from Canada to northern New Mexico, bringing subfreezing temperatures and heavy moisture for winter crops. Snow covered the Panhandle and parts of Texas, with forecasts calling for continued freezing conditions into Sunday. Stockmen warned to protect livestock as records fell in several locales.

Denver Quy Rocky Mountain Canada New Mexico Zoro International Neva Service Wlissard North Tergs Sax Panhandle Earry San Antonio South Corns el Paso Mercury Pashwadle Ition Grande Valley

Both Sides Rest in Guess Trial

ARDMOILE Oko November 21 The state and defense rested in the trial of W G Guess and Cecil Grosby former deputy sheriff charged with first degree murder in the slaying of Manuel Gomez a Mexican college student on June 7.

Ardmoile Oko INS W. G. Guess Cecil Grosby Aheriff Manuel Gomez Mexico

Mine Explosion Kills 24 in Bentley Pit Yorkshire

London reports a tragic Bentley coal mine blast near Dancaster Yorkshire. Twenty four men died and 29 were hurt as a new explosion and fire trapped workers half a mile underground.

London Bentley Dancaster Yorkshire

Shaw Optimistic Pays 40 Years Dues

London dispatch reports George Bernard Shaw, optimistic about longevity, paying 40 years of dues in advance to the National Trade Union, indicating ongoing support and engagement with the organization. The note underscores Shaw's continued public involvement and belief in his lasting influence.

SHAW London George Bernard Shaw Leaal National Trade Tinton Nb Aig Ara Col

Illinois Railroad Crash Kills Man

In Barrington Illinois on November 21 N3 a Chicago Northwestern coach train crashed killing R B K Morencie alien and fatally injuring a trainman authorities reported partial details of the wreck and injuries while investigators sorted the scene and cause concluding lines remain unclear

Barrington R. B. K. Morencie Chirthwestern

Senator Johnson Opens Debate On Debt Cancellation War

Washington is abuzz as Senator Wen Jolson signals a push to delay the Senate vote on the German moratorium and press for cancellation of European debts. He argues private bankers profit from loans and seeks public taxpayer safeguards amid looming international strain. House supporters foresee a major fight over ratification and the moratorium policy.

Washington B.C INS Wen Jolson Meaver Senate Johnson Europe Treasner Gulifornia Hoover Irance United States Gremany Seattor Johnson Tolinson J. B. Morgan Abert Wf. Wiggin Stator Johnson House Representative Tanklin

Collier Aground Off Point Judith Scene

A collier ran aground near Narragansett Pier in heavy fog. Two men aboard were observed as the vessel held by pumps struggling to stay afloat amid the hazardous conditions.

Point Judith Narragansect Pier Taran Blan Conner Judith

North Carolina declines cotton acreage reduction move

North Carolina will not join other Southern states in legislation to reduce cotton acreage. Governor O Max Gard, speaking in Raleigh, said the state would follow its policy of acreage reductions but oppose a legislative push to cut cotton plantings.

Raleigh North Carolina Garechee O. Max Gard Teedlaz

Mrs Caraway to Fill Mate Job but Not Office

Washington Nov 2. Mrs Antucki Caraway, second woman appointed to the US Senate, will be denied her late husband’s offices and given a lower seniority assignment in a smaller suite. The senior-designate will receive a larger office, while Caraway’s husband’s three-room suite passes to a colleague higher on the seniority list. Other desks referenced include a lettered room 411 and prior offices vacated by senators who died.

Washington, D.C TNS Antucki Caraway United States Senate Tenny Senate Tia-Roany Cataway AML

Grandi Cheerful Sendoff at Baltimore Train Station

Dino Grandi, the youthful Italian foreign minister, was escorted by motorcade sirens and cheered by hundreds of Americans and Italian Americans as his train left Philadelphia for Baltimore at 12:90 p.m. The crowd waved, and Grandi acknowledged the popular sendoff before boarding the Baltimore and Ohio train.

Philadelpusa Dino Grandi Trinister Baltimore and Ohio Baltimore

El Paso to Dallas Air Record Set by Airliner

The Amere Airways mail and passenger plane, piloted by L. S. Andrews, allegedly set a new record for El Paso to Dallas. Aided by tail winds the craft completed the trip in 7 hours 39 minutes flying time at near 200 miles per hour several times.

el Paso Dallas

Musical Glib Group Will Meet at St Anthony Hotel

The junior department college group from San Antonio Mustcal ent will meet at 2 o clock Saturday afternoon in the tapestry room of the St Anthony hotel. Mrs Alois Tiratin and Mrs Corinne Richardson will be in charge of the program.

San Antonio O'Cleck West St. Anthony Hotel Alois Tiratin Aml Corinne Richardson

Convict Slain by Knife in Prison

Jobo R. Lane, 27, was killed by a throat slash in the state penitentiary at CANON CITY. George Reynolds, 19, is held by prison officials as the suspect in the fatal attack.

Canon Gity Cote Jobo R. Lane Socuie George Reynolds Olticisla

Lindbergh Captain of Aerial Clipper Bound for Jamaica

The American Clipper lifts from Havana at 11 30 p m with Col Charles A Lindbergh at the controls and 22 passengers aboard to begin the Caribbean cruise to Jamaica with plans for further steps after the Jamaica leg.

Cieneuegos Cubs INS Col Charles A. Lindbergh Paasengers Heca Jamaica

Mail Pilot Flies On His Day Off

Atlanta November 14. Dick Merritt a mail pilot who flew the night mail from Atlanta to Richmond Virginia four nights weekly bought an airplane for personal use after hours.

Atlanta Dick Merritt Richmond Viesinia Bra Bors Eae

Interference With Nippon Troops Frowned On

Interference with Nippon troops is frowned on as terms for a local truce are debated. A U S note from Henry L. Stimson to Baron Shidehara urged acceptance of three conditions, while Tokyo criticized the League of Nations and a Japanese delegate’s role. Prime focus shifted to Chinchow as forces concentrate for potential action.

Toro Jase Manchuria United States Japan Chios America Shidehara Eireles Preas Kenkiehi Yoshisane League of Nations Parla China Chinchow Chong Daoeh Téang Aranchutis Chis A. Bew

Japs Charge Chinese President Active

Reports say Chiang Kai-shek plans new Chinese troop movements into Manchuria to oppose Japanese forces after claims of 60,000 Chinese near Chin Chow. Japanese officials and sources discuss the strategy as a wider confrontation develops in the region.

Wwsa My Murden Chinchow Magduria Chiang Wei-Shek Manchuria Obiang Manchuri

Ready for Occupancy Apartment Listings

Fragmentary OCR shows multiple apartment listings with monthly rents such as 249 and 420, and addresses including San Pedro and W. Mistletoe. Text is garbled but indicates availability and pricing for various units, likely a rental notice. The readable items point to apartments under some management, with emphasized “Ready for Occupancy.”

W. Mistletoe San Pedro

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