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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 29, 1931

Page

2

Farm Board Quizzed Over Losses and Co op Debts

A congressional inquiry exposed losses and high salaries tied to the Farm Board and related cotton stabilization and cooperatives. Salaries ranged from 35 000 to 75 000 yearly for top executives while debts and federal funds jeopardize cooperative operations. A Georgia congressman proposes abolition of federal armament aid and limits on government wheat and ton programs.

Cotton Dodge Gedkee Munon Sn Alton Greta Corporal Maiary I Trgo Farmers National Ars Igo Ayr Greve ‘Btabikostion Corporation Farmers’ Na Bourlt Corporation Geily Cot‘ton Tte Ban Washington BD. C Congress Renre- Blalice Charles Tt. Crisp Georgia

Mexico Has Learned U S Is Not a Place to Send Men

In a provocative column William Randolph Hearst laments U S corruption and lawlessness, warning foreign readers against sending law abiding young men here. He mocks authorities, cites misdeeds by banks and corporations, and quips that the bootleg trade prospers while public order decays, ending with a sharp critique of American society.

Mexico U. S Washington City William Randolph Hearst

Ex Parm Group Chief Indicted in Fraud Case

Alabama farm leader Allen Notthington, former president of the Alabama Farm Bureau Cotton association, indicted by a federal grand jury on forgery charges linked to an alleged government fraud scheme. Also named are a Pratville banker and a brother, both serving four years.

Montgomery Ala Allen Notthington Alabama Farm Bureau Cotton Association Goernment Northington Pankers of Prastville Dla Nom Sears

Hoover and Hoover's relief measures spark statewide debate

Frank McDonald, president of the California state building trades, said at the unemployment conference in Los Angeles that President Hoover made a monumental error in treating unemployment as a local problem. He urged federal action as national unemployment rose. At Atlanta, federal penitents were convicted three months ago of bank contrivances totaling more than 5700 dollars.

Hoover Los Angeles Frank €. McDonald California State Building Trades Cow Atlanta

Tammany to Take Part in Legislation

John F. Curry of Tammany Hall says the New York Democratic organization is intensely interested in Congress legislation and will push to shape policy for the 1932 presidential race. He met with Representative John Garner and predicts further talks to align factional aims and national legislation.

Tammany Curry Hall N. Y Congress International News Service Washington, D. C ENS John F. Curry Lester Tammany Fall New York Democratic Organization John N. Garner Democratic Laromany New York Democrats New York Wits Tocomany Organization Cui Estioix Curry Sai Tammany Hall Gaener Repre Garner Pamiany Tall House

Wisconsin Solon Faces Statutory Charge Arrest

A Madison, Wisconsin lawmaker, unnamed in the report, was suspected of a statutory offense after a complaint by Shelmar, who was arrested on the same charge. The unnamed man faced a probable arrest as the case moved forward tonight.

Wisconsin Solon Madison Weber Mire Shelmar 2

British Tariff Is Menace to Germany

The environment disturbed by new luxury classes which threaten an embargo and seriously menace German trade. calls arise to the British government to negotiate new tariff rates and trade terms. The notice emphasizes the potential impact of tariffs on Germany and urges policy discussion and negotiation.

Germany Layretes Derdin

Bandit Shot In Cafe Hold Up Near Flores Street

A cafe hold up on South Flores Street ended with a bandit wounded after a shot rang out. Mrs. A. M. Short, owner, counted receipts when the masked robber demanded money. Buchanan, a chef, drew a hidden 38 caliber pistol as the assailant threatened violence and fled. Local police reported the bandit escaped after firing.

Leslie Buchanan South Flores Street A. M.? Short Reputy Qiace

White terror plot thwarted in Budapest arrests

Police in Budapest report thwarting a supposed white terrorist plot to loot and plunder. Arrests included high army officers and others linked to efforts to enthrone Archduke Otto. A secret arsenal and weapons were found near Keöbruck, with further arrests expected and questions about currency violations among those detained.

Universal Service Budapest Dolice Dela Kun Archduke Otto of Suemer Ostenburg Bela-Kun

Woman Dies After Mistaking Rat Poison for Root Powder

Mrs. John Nixon, 19, died today after using rat poison she mistook for root powder. A coroner's jury returned a verdict of death by poison, unintended ingestion.

Dinon INS Mra John Nixon Alior Piotsan

Bankers to Study German Credits

Bankers to study German credits in preparation for an international event. The note mentions a meeting on Monday and December timing, with preparations and radio interest. Contact Cratkete 2400 for details.

Alaris

Thanksgiving By GEORGE PHAIR

A poem in old verse thanking the Lord for daily comforts amid hardship and poverty. The speaker notes wheat, cotton, shoes, and food as gifts while enduring hunger, economic strain, and eviction, praising providence despite deprivation.

George Phair

Mail pilot’s parachute save in daring Pittsburgh jump

Melvin narrow, an air mail pilot, survived a life threatening fall in Pittsburgh today when his parachute deployed after his plane crashed onto the roof of the exhibition building. He escaped with a narrow survival, and no serious injuries were reported.

Univérant

Major Shepard Granted Delay in Transcript and Brief

Maj. Shepard received a delay in filing a transcript and bill of exceptions in his appeal. Judge Richart Mopking of the Kansas District Federal court and Albert T. clerk in the Ninth Circuit notified the court. Shepard, sentenced for the poisoning of his wife, may appeal by December 10.

Patenelo Charles Shepard Albert T Clerk J. 9 Anreals Tenth Circui Richart J. Mopking Kansas District Federal Shopard

Army Orders Wnilveranl Bersice WAMMINGTON, D.C.

In November the army issued orders routing assignments for badge holders and staff. Major Frederick H Sparrenbergs, M.S. retirements and transfers were listed. Herbert O Learns Teannese to Bilederek Cavin and Hervey T. Klee among others. Fairneld devola Washington reassigned. First Lieutenant Harry W Toward pending dispatch. David T. Jonneon and Michel Meld noted for Emennad. Second Clerk Livirnt Lesiukey to Panama.

Wnilveranl Bersice Wammington D.C Majert Frederick H- Sparrenbergts Herbert O-Lears Teannese Bilederek Cavin Hervey T. Klee M.A. C David T. Jonneon Michel Meld Emeinnad Livirnt Lesiukey Avashinelan Panama A. A

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