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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1931
Page
1
A fragmented cipher of comments on Japan, China, and the world balance of power. It notes fears of protective measures and foreign influence, mentions gold withdrawals and fiscal strain, and recalls Pullman era charges and Lincoln. It mixes political critique with dated economic anxieties.
Weather forecast notes a mild to cool pattern with rain chances Friday night through Saturday. Expect light winds and temperatures in the mid 40s to mid 50s across the region. Overnight lows near freezing may occur with unsettled showers possible in western sectors.
A grand jury indicted Bishop Inno Qoungade war and Miss Ave T. Macranghs of Midmont on charges tied to a federal campaign finance law. The pair faced counts of conspiracy and failing to report contributions totaling £65,000 to Cannon. Witnesses and committee findings showed improper fundraising for the 1928 campaign, with calls for further investigation and related testimony.
Real estate ad fragment describes multiple units for rent with weekly and monthly prices. Mentions neighborhoods and street names including Tor Aplinga and Highland Ad. Includes miscellaneous garbled text and contact hints.
Cleveland based K. Welling company a linings manufacturer has announced a fifteen percent wage increase for all employees. Assary IT Seaver, vice president, said the firm remains optimistic despite a slow mood, pointing to new business daily and ongoing efforts to improve product quality.
SAN PRANCISCO October 1. Attempts to contact the liner President Christoh by wireless at 6 o clock Pacific standard time this morning with the stricken Tapitnrae freighter Young Meu failed, leading to belief that the latter had gone down.
Fragmentary OCR text describes a lawsuit involving Will Rody in a Hamburg court over wages and travel disputes. Names include Flying Aid, Andchain, Willy Kody, Fernando de Costa Viega, and references to Lisbon, Cape Tacr, and New York. The passage is garbled with inconsistent place names and numbers, preventing a clear factual narrative.
Officers from the air corps chief office inspected Randolph Field. Cmdr Frank M. Andrews and Capt. If. M. Elmen- Worf led a trio arriving in three ships from Seattle, completing preparations for a joint flight to Holling field.
Olivia Printe, 16, was driving near a golf course when a golf ball struck her in the face. She sustained a broken nose and was taken to a hospital for treatment.
Mrs. Frederick Edey of New York today was re elected national president of Girl Scouts. New regional members were elected to the national board including Mrs. Sally J. Hoberdeau of Avatin Tenes.
In October 18 report from NOMA Masha planes assist in removing passengers from the ship Baychimo trapped in an Arctic ice pack several hundred miles north of here.
Newark dispatch reports widow Morro Morrow to refuse a United States Senate appointment offered after her husband’s death. Governor Larson reportedly considered the seat, but the move hinged on the widow’s consent and political timing.
Washington signals swift acceptance of invitation for US to sit with the League of Nations to help quiet the Manchurian dispute. Prentiss Gilbert in Geneva authorized to accept. Kellogg Briand pact cited as basis for pacific settlement. Council ratifies invitation amid Japanese objections, aiming to arbitrate Sina China conflict.
In Yorktown Virginia Oct 16 a Norfolk Cornwallis descendant attended Virginia’s memorial event ending a four day celebration. General Washington greeted the Cornwallis party at Nelson House Yorktown, and the crowd heard that war is behind us with a pledge to remember the past while looking to a peaceful future.
The region expects a two day cool spell with a northerly wind. Temperatures rise to around 40s to 50s while rainfall totals near 0.04 inches yesterday. Cooler and drier air will move into East and West Texas beginning Friday night and continue through the weekend.
Akron Ohio begins its longest cruise, a eight hour flight of about 2000 miles. Officials expect this final journey to precede the ship’s transfer to the navy. The mission, starting around 528 a.m. Central Standard Time, aims to recap the day’s events with government observers aboard.
The Texas Railroad Commission plans to reduce freight rates for cotton shipments to counter growing motor truck competition. The action aims to limit the burden on rail carriers and adjust pricing accordingly.
Los Angeles reports Ma Kennedy and Guy Hudson join Ravin-Brith-Orpheum for a twelve week tour earning 1300 dollars per week. The act will perform across Kan Penn sides Salt Lake City Denver and Chicago with two weeks of additional stops in later cities.
Dr. Mary King Robbie a school board member said she would not attend another executive session to continue investigation of charges over misused school materials and labor for personal profit. She urged the shale matter be open to the public and said affidavits from residents would be produced at a Friday hearing. Tenants at Mrs King’s properties plan to testify. additional witnesses are expected at the meeting.
A report from Austin notes Anderson announces Articles of impeachment against James Shaw state banking commissioner. He says the banking department neglected examinations and failed to safeguard depositors of City Central Bank and Arvat Company. Anderson urges removal and expects a probe by the attorney general. He cites liabilities around $714,862.32 and criticizes banking department for inaction and mismanagement.
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