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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 04, 1931

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Silver vs Gold Debate Dominates Postwar Finance Talk

A Brisbane column reports on a silver standard debate led by Borah and Bryan era figures. It discusses proposed gold silver ratios, the risk of deflation, and whether enough money exists to sustain world business. The piece questions if silver can replace or complement gold without inflation, noting U.S. income, gold supply, and copper industry impacts.

Wiliam Jennings Bryan Arthur Brisbane ONAL King Ventures Syn Norsh Party Danver Prince Silver Rlco Bryan Feige Anco fCinnitiere Europe America North America Mexico Coondy Scutter Orsh United Bimentalium Germany Qamyay Macdonald Hig Anil Berlin London Poatage Wittmane Ibe Nsceasary Ove Jester

City Central to Pay 80 Percent on Deposits

Depositors in the City Central Bank and Trust Co will likely receive about 80 percent of their deposits as a liquidating agent reports. Audits show a two week wait for the inventory. dividend timing depends on claims process and court requirements. Nan Dation issues a notice to depositors with 90 days to file claims before any payout.

City Central Bank and Trust A. J. Lewie Iir Wi ‘den Tewiy Lewis Lewin Lewis Wail Hee Spenser, Rogers, Lewis and Station James Shaw Cuy Inw Iaw

Desirable room available in multiple city apartments

Advertised rooms for rent with various prices and terms across many locations. Call listed owners for details and availability.

Haume Theta Tenia Ada

Senate rejects probe resolution on bank crash in Texas

In Austin the Senate voted down a resolution urging an inquiry into the City Central Bank and Trust of San Antonio. The debate questioned the integrity of banking officials and the state banking commissioner, with supporters and opponents clashing before adjournment at 7:07 p.m. The measure was defeated after remarks defending the commissioner and the probe was dropped.

Austin Texas James, Shaw Lovi Pollard Wyler George Purl Dalby Senate Wilkamson

Bank Whisperers Arrests Ordered

Strict orders to jail anyone overheard saying that any bank is failing were issued Saturday by Chief of Police Owen W Kilday. Kilday warned such rumors cause untold havoc and assured the sequence prohibiting passing rumors will be prosecuted.

Antonio Bank Owen W. Kilday Ghiel Kilday Eomars

California Water Firm Sale Reported

A sale report from May notes the California Water Service Company, valued at about 815 million dollars, was transferred from the Federal Water Service company to I. M. Sbylesby and company. The report appears unofficial and is reported here with limited transcription.

California Sale Bersice SAN Wranc Och California Water Service Company Nun The Federal Water Service Company M. Sbylesby and Company

Mexican Envoy Sails for Home

New York October 2. INSP Manuel Vallez relieved Mesienn amboranitor to the United States called for his native country today.

New York Inspmanuel Vallez Mesienn United States

Opening Night Delayed At North Dearborn Drink Emporium

Dry agents reported an opening failure at a grand launch for a new drink emporium on North Dearborn Street in Chicago. Investigators noted numerous dry agents present and the event postponed indefinitely.

Lniversat Service Cincago Get Am Gptnkensy Atveral Dry Agents Dearborn Street Donight

Solons Pass Sterling Oil Bill and Adjourn

The Texas legislature adjourned after a marathon special session on key measures including the Sterling oil bill and cotton revision. Governor Sterling’s registration measure drew support as the two chambers diverged on other items, with a large number of amendments and a looming reapportionment deadlock for congressional districts. A tense final day saw procedural battles and a conference report adoption as the session wrapped up amid questions of validity and potential ad valorem tax implications.

Austin Texas Senate Wywever Imle Tadny House Arrivinng MA Lee OM Goverore Rosa Sterling National Congress Sterlion Alargie Newes Carthage Aly Red River Waa

Goal Rush in Gary Draws Big Throns

A fragmented report notes a coal and coke rush in Gary as workers dig an old pile of fuel. The scene features improvised mining activity with vehicles and gear, as locals search for fuel amid unsteady conditions and uncertain outcome.

Gary

Two Pacific fliers leave Japan for long Pacific hop

Two American fliers Pieturs Herndon Sr. and Clyle Panghorn left Yokohama after a dispute with Japan over alleged propaganda. They aimed to fly non stop toward Salt Lake City with a promised fuel supply, planning to land near Seattle if needed, but faced delays and weather as they prepared to lift off from Samishiro Beach aboard their plane.

Pieturs Ltuph Herndon Sr Clyle Panghorn Ronal-Thevworld Sampshire Beach Marth Pacific Mernlow Pangbors UPA Salt Lake Cty Utah Annie Stussell Montdnan Tohn Puta New York Istanbul Turkey Benitle Wash Panghorn Yokio Fernacular Panerg Somushiro Villagera

Ex-Convict Leads Police to Bank Robbery Cash

Denver dispatch reports Daniel Rugh Toss, 33, an ex convict, confessed to the Magtpwood State bank hold up and robbery this forenoon. He guided police to $1,000 in cash and two unspent guns about 10 miles from the bank. Bank officers valued the loot at £1,000 and believed remaining funds hidden elsewhere. Toss denied further possession.

Denver Daniel Rugh Toss Magtpwood State Bank Here Troas Wliwe Truss

Definite relief plan to be made definite

Amiversal Service, Washington DC. The committee appointed by White House director to formulate a relief program for the coming winter will survey the entire relief field. The panel led by Fred C. G. Croston will review numerous suggestions and pass on established proposals.

Amiversal Service Washington, D.C

Income Tax Brings U.S. 44.53 for Day

Washington reports receipts totaling 44.53 dollars for the day from the income tax, with officials noting the figure reflects the current period. The report indicates a modest intake and emphasizes revenue progress for the fiscal cycle.

U.S

Weather Forecast Preview With Odd City Names

A garbled weather note predicts a temperature near 72 degrees with light winds from the north. The forecast mentions Sunday conditions and mentions several unclear names and locations, including Karen Wel Tessa and Sanccays, with reference to a page audition or theater item.

Sonderatty Sanday Karen Wel Tessa

Dollar supremacy urged as pledge of national stability

An editorial warns that the American dollar must remain the world’s stable standard while European nations seek war debt relief and debt cancellations. It argues moratoria and readjustments would shift obligations to U S taxpayers, threatening solvency and peace as European powers bolster armaments.

United States Europe Congress America

Britain Suspends Gold Standard Shocks World Markets

Benito Mussolini cites Britain temporarily suspending the gold standard as a pivotal move with global financial repercussions. The move triggers widespread unease, but analysts note potential resilience as markets anticipate a return to postwar stability and continued confidence in English finance.

Benito Mussolini Tremier Italy Specisl Tome Mae Britain Sephyr Tyne Erling Britaby

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