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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1931
Page
3
An excerpted panorama traces a hostile, lawless frontier along the Rio Grande and Big Bend country. It names Mexican wrestlers, Seminole guides, and a controversial phrase while describing remote canyons, boating streams, and a laboring mining pursuit amid ranches, rails, and distant towns.
A long-winded 19th century frontier narrative follows Seminole Bill across a river chase for horses and a fabled gold mine. It threads disputes with the Reagan family, a missing nigger as a potential witness, and shifting alibis as messengers and miners move toward Dryden and San Antonio, ending with a rumored ore claim and a hopeful cattle raid.
The Sunday Light will feature further tales on the Lost Nigger Mine with a Rage One segment in the newspaper’s second section, promising more thrilling chase and exploration lore for readers.
Two day carnival at the Hanvera road serionl grounds supports library books playground equipment and domestic science room. Professional entertainment features include dancing, carnival attractions, and a hardball game between the Schull Grovera and the Teor Valles Indians.
Dexte county grand jury heard affidavits and evidence from a board of education inquiry into Mrs. Stella Steves Walker and Mrs. King relating to labor for personal work. The board exonerated Mrs. King, voting that evidence did not prove charges from affidavits. Some members criticized the process while others left before a final vote. The examination of tenants and signatures continued as Mrs. King prepared to leave for Baltimore to address the American Prison Association.
A free bunco party for children in Denver Heights Park is planned for Saturday at 7 p.m. Prizes will be awarded, with organizers from local groups coordinating the event for youth entertainment and community outreach.
Unclear OCR text mentions election, cabinet concerns, and a plan to assemble a group to address community issues. Discusses voting, leaders, and discipline within a school or town context. No clear names, dates, or places beyond Teverly Hills and Cabimun references.
Debates rise over a federal moratorium on farm debts as opposition voices in Congress warn against proposals. Analysts note implications of rising wheat prices and a one year federal debt relief trend, with farmers and leaders weighing relief for foreign creditors against domestic support.
Sherwood, sought by the Seabury committee and Mayor Walker of New York, turned up in a Mexican city at a hotel. He refused to discuss private matters or personal affairs and would not permit photographs. He appeared unsettled by the breach of privacy.
Mexico appoints MENICO CHU as chief of police in place of Gen. Mijares Palen tine. Valencia slated to succeed Carillo as military commander of Guerrero state, signaling leadership changes in national security ranks.
Reports say a monoplane was offered to Colonel and Mrs Charles Lindbergh after their arrival in Courver with radio access. Squier claims the Lockheed Aircrate firm arranged a replacement plane to join the Lindberghs on their return from China. A second plane is to accompany them tomorrow.
Vatican radio relay quotes Archbishop Salotti detailing missionary burdens and dangers faced by priests in distant lands. He cites climate hardships, language barriers, superstitions, and political tensions as obstacles, urging sustained support and prayer for Christian outreach and the mission work.
Chicago teachers on the North Side petition ministers to allocate church funds to ease the financial crisis. They have not been paid since April and seek emergency cash from local clergy as the school board faces pressure over overdue wages and a reported restraining order.
A Kelly field ambulance departed from Fort Leavenworth at 4:85 a.m. bound for Walter Reed hospital Washington D. C. to transport a patient from Fort Leavenworth. The long distance rescue plane remained airborne for over six hours and was later east toward Muskogee, expected to reach Fort Leavenworth by about 11 a.m. local time.
West Orange, Oct 17. Aulison’s strong heart weakened today as a noise described by his doctor as faint. Dr. Uber Bowe, staying all night, issued the first bulletin at noon, noting the animal tint from now on would issue bulletins every hour.
Anchor Masonic Lodge No. 424 to hold funeral for Islie Vollrath 36 of Sherwood who died after hospital stay. Veo Charles Tosaf and Clad Vollenth of Titleeek among survivors. Eugene Page Thorn 45 retired local cable operator dies at 2020 Main Avenue. Thorn survived by wife Georgie Ruth Thorn and two daughters Jeanette and Eleanor, brother Liberty Thorn, and others. Funeral at Venice Spring chapel on Monday at 2 p.m.
Mexico City reports a stern War Secretary Mintateo Elina warning that unlawful disloyalty or refusal to duty will not be tolerated amid the political crisis. The note was delivered to President Calles’ government as it reshapes leadership with Gen. Abrmede Tendriguez named as a key successor and plans to reorganize the government.
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