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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 11, 1931

Page

4

Trial reports details in dormitory girl case prosecution

Testimony centers on Dorothy Symons disappearance with Newton Yarberry and Yarberry’s alibi points. Newton describes meeting Dorothe at home earlier and denying plans for a date. Witnesses discuss drinking habits, scratches on Newton’s face, and Dorothe’s last known actions as the case unfolds in court.

Packer Dorothy Eloek Symons Angel Gree Timothy Gay Yarberry Eribal Orathy Galing Dorothe Frank Flint Hunt Larberre Doroths Newton Sordas School Distriet Gariq Neston Dorntler Newton Warberry Linton Dorothy Symons Aransas Pass

Boy Declares He Was Home On Fatal Eve

A garbled report notes a boy claiming he was at home on the fatal evening as district attorney investigates a disappearance or death. The fragment references Worotly's birthany and unclear names, with contact or flight mentions and a legal inquiry ongoing.

Worotly Wade Fae

Trial transcripts reveal suspect's statements and alibi attempts

District attorneys press Yarberry for details on the fatal night and his visits to Corpus Christi and Rockport. He concedes doubtful tracks, denies following Dorothy, and acknowledges a letter from Dorothy as incriminating while defense highlights competing testimony and a handwritten note he wrote in jail.

Yau Corpus Christi Arle Itin Necusek Dorothy Fernle Newtona Gasle Seawall Xarberry Rockport Gagle Yarberry Nelson S. M. Coz Sarbeers Kean Werberry Darothy Brownsville B'ebroncy Coppus Colliers Orlin Morrne Mali la Newton Warherrs Cor Tate

Fate of Accused Boy Hinges on Age

The fate of Taroth Whittaker, charged with the killing of J B Thomason, hangs on his reported age. Officials said he claimed 35, and prosecutors seek the death penalty after his statements allegedly changed during the investigation. The trial is scheduled to begin here.

Cerna Ort Taroth Whittaker Homa Negendos J. BD Thomason San Reno Carcra Shiek Fenlcnen Lares Momst Gnan

Rio Grande Valley Seeks Convention Bid

Rio Grande Valley pursues hosting the 2 convention of the Wesand Kaetitives of truth, with chamber of commerce urging turnout. Brownsville group promotes expanded invitation as Terreownsville chrraler of cyntueres plans meets in valley region, aiming to attract attendees and promote regional interests.

Rio Grande Valley Mcallen Rio Granda Valley Leatles Terownsville Cyntueres Brownille Organ Téstinn Hallas Eeasenfian

Vegetable Co-Op Formed in Valley

The newly formed Valles vegetable cooperative formed by Westar g farmers at the core ball here plans to start operations around November 15. A meeting with federal farm bureau representatives was held to discuss the venture and funding.

Valles Fares Pureau Federation Rill Peahadls Fen

Washington Burial Described in Old Paper Fragment

A damaged clipping reports Parton missing the boat at the Washington burial scene and recounts trips to Atlanta and Miami. It notes a fall that injured an ankle while attempting to retrieve something from Restan in Miami and references Georgia and Shrewsbury connections without clear dates.

Washington Parton Ale Janta Kate Restan Miami Georsa Shrewsbury Ron Ar Atlanta

Capone Luxury Life on Palm Island Exposed in Trial

Witnesses detail Capone’s lavish Palm Island estate including financed repairs and cash payouts. Testimony lists bills for phone service, draperies, and purchases from Miami firms, with Capone’s associates and relatives cited in cash and money orders.

Hichard Murmmer Capone Palm Island George .&. Gelzer Metropole Hotel Bola Anac Touly Katlineh Bf Minot Beach Capon Billy Fick U.P Palin Island

Ancient debates on ideas and progress in a troubled era

A fragmented 19th century discourse recounts scholars debating new Hebrew coinages to render Greek philosophy, the tension between tradition and innovation, and early technologies like the locomotive. It cites figures such as Maimonides and Bertrand Russell, with social notes on prohibition and vice in New York and a glimpse of cultural life in New York City.

Maimonides Maurice Campbell Speakeasiea Cnie New York City

JAP BOMBERS INSIDE CHINA

Inside China fragmentation of war tensions with the United States showing concern over treaty obligations. The U S has warned Japan and China, sent notes to League of Nations, and urged restraint while avoiding direct intervention beyond treaty cooperation. China issued an ultimatum demanding Japanese withdrawal, escalating the crisis.

United Staten Japan China United States League,of Nations Keeters Dax Dnx Ure

Japanese Bombers Break Rail Lines Across Manchuria

Japanese warplanes foray into Chinese territory severed the Feiping Mukden railway line, destroying a station at Pohman and cutting a key link between Pat era Manchuria and central China. Official dispatches say 20 rail points were hit as trains halted and casualties were not confirmed.

Vaiceng China Tapanre Pat Manchuria Sato Mukden Janenote Palian Neces Tsitsihao-Taanan-Tunglias Feiping Comet Uehola South Sanduceian Raileas Japansre Jonsul Efasashi Takin Takin TI Marahal Vhana Heewh-Liang Firel Puble Tolin

San Saba Girl Rescued From River Drowning Incident

An incident at the San Saba river ends with a local girl saved from drowning after falling into the water while dipping water. A bystander named Six Det. Fo reports the child’s quick rescue as she slipped and was swept by the current near Cape Earelten, with observers noting life was saved by timely action.

San Saba Ran Bata Setar Cape Earelten Thig Meaian Mao Wan

Figure of speech tale tied to Capone plane sale

A brief, unclear newspaper notice references a figure linked to a Miami agent and former mayor with a distinctive look and Southern accent. It mentions involvement in a "fiem" that sold Capone the Palm Inland plane and crossed the Le Salle of that transaction.

John Nusson Miami Short Belek Xan Fiem Capone

Columbus Day Fete By Club Columbus Day

Celebration of Columbus Day to be held by Club Columbus Day with a program at Golnwhi hath Concho and Maraley streets. The event features opening remarks by Clarion Cree co chairman, performances by Antonio Hata band and a drama with a large cast. Lady speakers include Mayor M. Chanihees Floris Derlzberg Ty Th. Bodeclato and Professor Victor W. Keeranie. A dance with Tyr rrin orchestra follows the program. Charter members listed.

Colubus Christopher Colnntry Yankee Society M. Chanihees Floris Derlzberg Th. Bodeclato Victor W. Keeranie Viola Alma Monaro de Bona Enwaiian Elolin Calva Bertha Almagner Ina Teresa Sirianni Moxa de Rivera Leann Viala Alor Moort Mary Stunt Vallards A Aa Wings Oruitite Ely Lowing An He Altobelli Toho Tisea Min Kent Alfonsa Wiz Cassuitle Viole Angelo Montagna Julia Melontine Monaco Charles Greco John Paletia Bycille Throaka Marel Geroi- Fiehtchi Specia Jr Anselmo Altebvelli da Mine Kranees Grannjo Sam Peroni Mike Rizza Mre Virginni de Rivera Professor Vietor WV. Prreapbe Danon Teert Tyr Rrin Orchestra Rt Fram Whe Camartes Green Cgieuralion Consinte Gagner Sam Pantass Anacino ‘Allohell Tiargne Marco Battisti Luigi Tattaglia Angelo Sr Jo Aadiagh Giacching Trattaclia Antonio Jarentang Gartano Cuneo Caria

Short Story Chub Elects President at Brackensidge High

Beverly Cruce presides as president of the Gold Ong Bhart Story elit at Brackensidge High School during a Saturday meeting announcing new members. Listed names include Janet Crosd Aniel Fowler TMazel Rent Reth Moore and others.

Brackensidge High School Beverly Cruce Whet Janet Crosd Aniel Fowler Tmazel Rent Ie Reth Moore Gernblizo Hipeliwalh Vetta ‘Folie Laverne Deel Huth Monell Kathleen Stohers Vivian Robinson Aura Ruth Valmnes Sse Melm Dorsiky Siraes Dorothy Fé

Wales May Rival Mellon Collection

The ragged note describes Wales and Andrew Mellon style in collecting rare books. It notes Mellon's interest in old bindings and Byron volumes. The Duke of Gloucester is mentioned as indifferent to sporting memorabilia and owning a horse.

Wales Mellon Andrew Mellon Byron Rasal Duke of Gloucester

Sutton County to Exhibit at Fair KONORA Dalige Event

Sutton County to exhibit at the county fair with Konara and Gulton represented in both sheep and cattle shows. The feeder show links with the annual State fair of Tezer. The Breeder-Fender association plans premiums for winners and supporters.

Sutton County Konora Tezer Konara Gulton County Shery Caulsen Dalige Teraa Breeder-Fender Association Apantonta

Builders' Exchange Lecture On The Value Of The Bilder

The Builders' Exchange will hear a lecture titled The Value of The Bilder. Frt. W Archer, secretary-manager, will introduce the talk with Roland Gohmere as chairman. The event is scheduled for Monday at the exchange in San Antonio.

Kusingas Interenta San Antonio Ft. W. Archer Necretaris Antonin Tenltic Vink Plosa Antal Roland Gohmere

Father Cleans Gun When Daughter Is Shot in Leg

In Herrin Illinois on October 10 Geraldine Parsons, by a daughter of a participating family, was wounded in the leg when her father accidentally discharged a gun while cleaning it. The incident occurred near the skater area and involved par tant fa vuffering from a bullet mound.

Kink Harris Grosema Alro Fink Grossman Herrin Geraldine Parsons As Partant Acellens Tally

Wedding and Dinner Rates at Woman's Club Ad

Ad advertises services of the Woman's Club at 7 Leiro Avenue for weddings named events and dinners with reasonable rates and a contact Woodlawn 4213 for bookings.

Leiro Woodlawn

Tax suit appeal debates delinquent taxes and waivers

A legal dispute centers on the appeal of a tax suit and the possibility of waivers of penalties and interest. The case involves the court’s ruling on whether to delay actions and whether the legislature recently canceled a bill that would wipe interest on municipal taxes, with implications for delinquent taxes accruing since October 20, 1911.

Jon Allornes Lemens Joe Bill Mick Bixes Januory

Womai Pickpocket In for 120th Time

In Birmingham on October 10 Daisy Lion, 38, described by police as the worst in Bleninghans, appeared in police court for the hundred twentieth time. She cut six months for picking a truck driver's packs.

Womai Birmingham Ene Daisy Lion

Turfman's Ex Wife Engaged Reno Ontario News

Maxine Fringeet, once linked to a turfman, is reported engaged to Getoter B from Sack Thogert, a prominent new livtman. The pair reportedly wed the day after a perspective bride of William TH Dunning of Tet We Worth.

Turfman Reno Maxine Fr Tingeet Livtman William TH Dunning

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