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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 04, 1931

Page

11

Eastern Rail Merger Plan Aims Four System Split

A plan before the Interstate Commerce Commission proposes consolidating eastern railroads into four systems. The proposal details segmenting lines, adding Atlantic ports, and balancing capital structures to reduce duplicated service while preserving current traffic routes. Key figures compare mileage and operating revenues across Baltimore and Ohio, Chesapeake and Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New York Central.

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Navy budget slashed sparks cross party outrage

Universal ferrites Washington October 3 reports the navy budget cut by about 200000000 prompts fierce condemnation from Senator One Republican chair of the Senate Naval Affairs Committee. He says the American fleet is aging and a cut threatens national safety inviting attack by foreign powers.

Fred A. Britten Illinois House Naval Affairs Committee Frederick Hale Maine Senate Waestington T. C Senator One Senate Naval Affairs Committee

Farm Board Plans Grain Cotton Sale in New Policy

Washington Oct 3 The Farm Board announced plans to authorize the Grain and Cotton Stabilization Corporations to add their wheat and cotton holdings to the market at price supporting American rule agencies. The move contemplates cash or deferred payments as agreed and aims to stabilize prices amid market conditions.

Farm Board Washington INS Federal Fatrmy Board St. Wea Prain

Toy Pistol Bandit Nabbed by Police in Amatilgo

Amatilgo Texas October 3 Roy Smith eighteen staged nine daylight robberies using a toy cap pistol at an ice cream parlor before a trailing chase led to his capture. A watch found on him linked to a Philadelphia doctor harmed last night. A buyer’s market rants in ren es. thim this present time, giving the nutchaser life heat of the deal. See Tight Cinsvilled Ton Estnle nds.

Amatilgo Texas INS Roy Smith

Obituary notices of Juana Casinas Urbin Jonitz Welton

Obituaries list Juana Casinas 96 of San Antonio native of Lee County Texas prominent in local life. Services Sunday at home then Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church and Calvary Cemetery. Also obituary for Urbin Jonitz 13 of Martinez deceased Saturday at home with requiem at St Jerome’s Church and burial. Survived by parents, siblings, and spouses. Also Ablen Weldon 70, died at home on Vays Street. funeral in Saint Louis area and interment at Paris. Survived by husband, siblings, and extended family.

Juana HM. Casinas Juin Criting Vriday Our Lady of Perpetual Jesus Cimilo Vielur Yule Casilla Singhle Urkin P Jontrtz Urbin PB Jonint Ear Martinez St. Terome's Catholic Church Rey. J McCarthy St. Jerome's Cemetery John VV. Innietz John WV. Jr Reniets Bevan Mieses Virginis Agnes Marie Emma Irene Eleanor Tustine Tonietz Alvin Lieck Pole Janel Maria Rtodbassa Baseard Vierker Toe Jupe Tontis MHS Ablen Weldon Helen Welton Shi Vays Street Aris Til Mrs. Welton Paris R. B. Wellon San Antonios H. Dresbbneh Branberry Sto C. E. Dresbneh Glengood, Ark

Army Orders Unberal Azeviee Dispatches Many Transfers

Washington October orders detail numerous Army transfers and promotions. Generals Eyerson and Jackson preside, with officers reassigned to the Philippines, Fort Benning, Fort Sheridan, and other commands. Several lieutenants and majors elevated, with retirements announced for multiple officers and a few promoted to captain.

Fort Fam Houaien Paul J. Freeman Ai. C Philippines Foct Banke Tiller Tertt A. C Fort Sheridan Lidwlanaut George TW Harr Beatty Fork Wricht Ate Jordan Waller LG Smith Ywintam Bo Ennis F. A. Creed Moffman Wh’ Co. Bragon Philippics Army Medlealington Clarence MF M Walter Deed William of White Pork Sam Houston Panama John J. Mer Cormick Pamama Fort Veotse G. Mende Oscar ‘T. Kizuney Me C Port Bana Philipeth Webster A. Capror da John Greely F. A. van B. Mort P. A. Frederick Barrows F. A George Tublen Ay Cu Henee W. T. Eslin A. Cw Cary J. Creckall Petested Leutenant Cotantt Choiaing Geores J. Tile Paniln Pines Fort Benning Geores T. Chase San Francisco Hawaii Carlen G Goodiel Bec Army Medical Center Washingtoni Dimen A. Klten Maurten C. Bigelow Rove O. Haldwin Tionald Pause Mnajor Jamey Flannery Salfeur Bmtchelt Field Boma Georan F. R. Taylor QM. C Abinoy A. Jackson G. M.C Frank G. Petre Q. 36 Jeane J. Wite Mame Clarence Shankle A. G Gonsid L. Brucer Lord

Guards Hold Birmingham After Prisoner Shooting

Gunfire erupted as three bullets hit Willa Peterson in a Birmingham jail cell while guards, state troops, and the national guard surrounded the city at the order of Governor Miller. Dent Williams, seeking revenge, fired through bars. Peterson had been jailed for the August murders of Auguste Williams and Jenln Weel.

Birmingham Oc. I INS Udy Willa Peterson National Guard B. AM. Miller Dent Willams Williams Peterson J. C. Hiwkins Miller

Levee funding crisis hits Dallas as bonds default

Dallas city faces a money crisis in its levee project after bondholders claim default on 88 000 of 12 percent bonds due October 1. Halsey Stuart of Chicago warned of financial trouble in a letter to Dallas representative John T. Seegin. City officials declined to comment on possible takeover or remedies.

Daltas, Get TNS Dalla City Halsey-Stuart Company Chicago Jetter John T. Seegin Dailey City Affieinia

Governor to address Thirty-sixth Division reunion in October

The Thirty-sixth division invites Gov Murray to speak at its reunion set for October 26 and 27. General chairman BF De. Charles L. Hatcher announced the program. Oklahoma Governor Willapeak is slated to give the opening address on the first day.

INS Goser- Currag Oklahoma Charles L. Hatcher Willapeak Ianteherenid

Horned Frog Band Plans Chicago World’s Fair Trip

Fort Worth reports the Horned Frog band of Versas Christian university plans a 1933 trip to the Chicago World’s Fair. A band committee is drafting tentative plans with several groups to organize the event and support travel arrangements.

Horned Frog Fort Worth Vof Versas Christian University Chicago

West Pointers Host Supper Dance at Randalph Inn

The West Pointers, new arrivals at Randalph, will host an Invitational supper and dance Monday evening from eight to one at Talmadge Inn. Help is requested through Cat Crockett at 2400 for all writers.

West Pointers Randalph Fie Talmadge Inn Cat Crockett

Fire kills six in Koelpin farmhouse blaze

A family of six died when their Koelpin farmhouse burned early today. Investigators said the fire appears incendiary, linked to a wave of sabotage and terrorism blamed on Communists across Germany this winter. Authorities report rising sabotage acts and robberies targeting rural households, with additional arson cases in Silesia and nearby regions.

Calvera al Silesia Mommeranin Leruhout Vinér Montreal Tobjeradot Berlin

Plane Urges Italy to Oust Fascist Dictator

NOME Oct 3 A foreleg airplane of unusual appearance landed over Tomé tonight calling on King Victor Emanuel to end the Enacist dictatorship at once. The war office communicated with military authorities and several airliners went aloft to force the strange craft to land. The chase quickly faded but the pursuit caused great excitement in the town.

Nome INS Wasclet Literaturs Victor Emanuel War Office Sirdronica Aevernl Aring Pinnea Ehase

Edison Condition Still Unchanged

Edison remains in fragile condition at home in West Grand, N H, with officials reporting no change in his status despite brief signs of waking. Medical staff say his condition is critical but stable as observers await further updates.

Lindbergh Plans China Survey Despite Crash Damage

Col Charles A Lindbergh indicates he will press on with a goodwill tour in China after a mishap that injured his wife and himself. In a telegram from Hankow he said he intended to proceed to Peiping while his aircraft remained grounded for repairs.

Lindy Peiping Chartes Lindbergh Nelsons Tohainon China Hankow Lindhoi Tie Deiping

U S Exports to South Decline In 1980 Trade Figures

United States exports to Latin America fell 2.8 percent in 1980, totaling about 1.4 million dollars in value. The commerce department’s report shows a drop from earlier high levels, noting diminished shipments to the region. The text also references a classified ad column promoting repair services in Classification 129.

Walmington D. C Dot. B United States

Father burns saving son from clothes fire incident

Salacl o S4, 211 San Fernando Street, was severely burned while saving his two sons Mike and Syenrald William from a fire at their home. The blaze started when gasoline splashed during cleaning, and the father ran into the yard to beat out the flames with his hands. all three children were taken to Robert B. Green Hospital for treatment.

Peace Caravan Heads to Washington on Disarmament Petiti

The peace caravan led by Ja departed for Washington after a cross continental motor journey to deliver a disarmament petition to President Troover, entering New Jersey today near Bayonne.

Universal Service Bayonne Washington Troover New Jersey

Increase in Coal Prices Noted by Industry Group

The wrugnesel Service OEICAGY reports an announced rise in coal price from 70 to 74 cents per ton. It notes that the cost of tonnage later in the season may become nearly prohibitive, signaling tighter market conditions and higher consumer costs.

Wrugnesel Service Oeicagy Tong Cahontas

Los Angeles Holds Man for Embezzlement Admission

Police informed Saturday that Los Angeles officials were detaining Stannard to confront alleged embezzlement from a baking company. The case involves unspecified funds and authorities prepared to pursue charges.

Los Angeles Police Ted Angeles S Tannard SNGO Echr Baking Company lWerg

Fragments Hint at Local Business Pressure in St Louis

The clipped text suggests a business offer embedded in a St Louis setting, with emphasis on purchasing activity and pricing. The fragment hints at negotiations or incentives to shift buying patterns toward St Louis, implying regional market dynamics without full context.

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