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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1932
Page
1
Arthur Brisbane reports on a striking mix of labels and names including Misa Telkes and various epithets. The fragmentary text hints at a feature blending science and public perception with a historical tone. The piece uses scattered phrases, leaving the central point unclear.
A Cleveland exhibit showcases Dr George W Orlie and Miss Maria Telkes explaining brain cell science in vivid demonstrations. Visitors view living isolated brain cells fed with protein solution, observing respiration, oxygen use and the effects of alcohol. The display includes synthetic brain tissue and discussions of endocrine glands and cancer research.
Paris report details the death of the spendthrift Marquess Boni de Castellane at age 64. once famed for immense wealth and yachts, he ended his life in poverty with his Duchess of Talleyrand notably declining to attend the funeral. He had married Jay Gould’s daughter in 1905 with a dowry reported at 30 million dollars, a union that collapsed amid extravagance and social scrutiny.
In New York a Wall Street broker house reports a vast pool of money backing the Roosevelt presidential ticket. Bettors prefer anonymity with stakes ranging from 500,000 to 2,250,000 at odds of 2 to 1 and 21 2 to 11 1 against. One Roosevelt backer adds 10,000 more at the same odds, while 312,000 wagers oppose 11,000 on Roosevelt carrying New York State.
The Weather Bureau repeated its forecast of a cold snap for San Antonio and vicinity. Minimum temperatures were expected to dip to about 52 degrees Friday night with highs around 62. Brisk north winds were forecast. The forecasted cold for Thursday morning did not appear as the low reached only 6 degrees and the prior Wednesday peaked at 7. Colder weather was forecast for West Texas.
Permanent organization of the Padre Island Highway association has been perfected. The body aims to construct a state highway along Padre Island from Flour Bluff to Point Isabel, with connecting highways. Frank Lopez of Brownsville was named permanent chairman. Six counties were represented.
Paris reports France will promptly pay the December installment of the 640 million dollar French commercial war debt to the United States. Premier Herriot was quoted as saying further efforts will pursue cancellation or reduction of the remaining debt through negotiation.
Misa Dana Rote, a 23 year old actress, was found seriously wounded at her Hollywood apartment. Carl Mudge, held as a material witness, was in the unit when a physician arrived and he claimed Miss Rose stabbed herself.
Partly cloudy conditions with a chilly onset. Thursday night brings a low near 62 and Friday’s high around 72 with northerly winds, turning colder Thursday night into Friday. Likely rain in places, cooler weekend outlook.
Governor Franklin D Roosevelt and party arrived in Indianapolis for a campaign stop marked by a parade and a Monument Circle address. The trip encountered a routing mishap via Cincinnati while Roosevelt urged balance of the federal budget and a tax on beer, opposing immediate bonus payments. He defended no-change on his bonus stance and criticized Hoover era finances as reckless, pledging relief without starving anyone.
Pelham D. Glassford, Washington police superintendent, resigns to District of Columbia commissioners amid conflict with officials over troop use against the Bonus Army. He cites opposition to policy changes and seeks freedom in staffing decisions while defending his handling of July 24 troops and tear gas scene.
Washington The Treasury Department announced another offering of 80 001 000 discount Treasury bills to be sold on a discount basis. Tenders close at 2 p m Monday. A similar issue two weeks ago was oversubscribed at 4 per cent equivalent in interest.
Seattle reports a second degree murder charge against Theodore D. Wert for allegedly pushing hunting partner Frank Simpson from a cliff after a missed bear shot. Simpson survived 21 days before dying last Sunday. Wert denies the charge and is held on $10,000 bail.
Secretary of State Stimson will address world peace in a speech set for October 21 before the council of the Methodist Episcopal churches in the Pittsburgh area. He said the remarks would be non political and focus on global harmony.
Faith Baldwin, a leading American author, debuts her latest serial Three Women in the Light. The novel follows the social revolt moving women from Victorian constraints toward modern freedom, contrasting yesterday with today and inviting readers to form conclusions.
BT Paul Minn Oct 30 Trucks hauling agricultural products moved through farmers picket lines with aid from the state highway patrol. Patrolmen under Capt George Rush operated on roads north and west of the Twin Cities late last night. Spiked planks and belts used by pickets were seized as trucks traversed the routes.
Idaho Falls idaho october 20 senator william borah republican urged independence for the philippines in an audience address. he said the united states should grant freedom without delay and that japan has no interest in dominating the philippines, arguing japan faces its own challenges in the region.
The Woman's Christian Temperance Union predicts President Hoover will veto any beer bill passed in the next Congress. In a communication to members, the W C T U challenge Speaker John N Gutner s assertion that a beer bill would be enacted before March 4 next.
London reports Labor party leaders demanded extending dole payments for the unemployed after Tuesday’s Lambeth toll. George Lansbury spoke in the house of royals urging continued support amid economic hardship in Britain.
The 61.4 million federal building in San Antonio will be a stone fires and basement edifice in Spanish style. Architect Ralph Cameron returns to oversee plans with a five man staff. ground surveys by Terrell Bartlett delay final approvals. Site space totals 65,218.35 square feet. temporary housing options are sought as old facilities may be torn down.
A fragment from Lavrane Oklahoma describes the first snowfall reaching the ground around dawn. The report appears as a weather or local note with uncertain names and garbled phrasing.
Testimony in the Muskogee Oklahoma case centers on whether Ida Berrie, first wife of Rev. A. Berrie, died of an affliction possibly caused by poisoning. Dr. W W Osgood described reactions similar to uremic or tetanus cases while noting the death cause as death disease. Undertaker G O Lesther testified the widow attended funerals, and cellmate C W Henry testified a “death by own action” note appeared in a Bible, with defense pressing for prior familiarity.
The notice compiles rental ads and house listings with multiple names and addresses such as Mary Law, 1241, and others across streets like W. King, Warwick, and Mounts. It signals property rental options, dates, and prices in a dated local classifieds page.
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