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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 27, 1931

Page

2

Navy Celebrates 156th Birthday Amid Modern Airship Era

A fragmented account from Washington on October 27 describes Navy ceremonies honoring its long history while highlighting modern milestones. Admiral Moffett leads aeronautics, with Airship Akron and the fleet’s future role under review. Secretary Adams stresses strengthening readiness as the nation observes naval tradition on the eve of Admiral F.D. Roosevelt’s birthday.

Hingtos D.C Vhouitore Srposavelt Navy Lakehurst America Ant Hoover Bax Hoover Spral Adams Rst Aeromautics Fig Bern

Ptto Kahn Quits Metropolitan Opera Post

Ptto Kahn resigns as president and chairman of the Metropolitan Opera after thirteen years. The board names Deane Mae Teo to assist in housing search and related matters. Call Brockert 2400 for information.

Ptto Kahn Metropolitan Opera Ie ‘Yond Olditeriora Metrofen Oper Company Deane Mae Teo Brockert Hetinge Friesa Fren

Navy Day by Oliver J Purteit MHatmes Poem

A fragment of verse laments a ship in ruin and the sea claiming its fate. The speaker invokes storms and the grave at sea, urging the hull to sink and the god of storms to take the vessel. The poem conveys nautical danger and reverence for maritime power.

Oliver J Purteit Mhatmes Avery

City Central Inquiry Set on Bank Issues

The Hepes creditors' committee meets Wednesday morning to discuss at least three questions about the state bank, including why advertising was allowed for a savings department, when the bank became insolvent, and the bank's closing timeline. Officials expect the attorney general and the banking department to contribute, while critics say cooperation with the depositor committee has failed.

Dickson Nickson State Banking Commission Sion Ant Rans Allar Istric Allornes Micke Isekeon Tistat Shaw Dickson Aid Reprnitars Bak

Back Tax Fine Rule Argued in Austin Supreme Court

The Texas Supreme Court heard arguments on whether forgiving taxes and interest paid before January 31 1933 is valid under a recent legislative session remission rule. Representative Vernon Lemens led the suit to test the measure while Governor Jan Mond and others defended its validity.

Austin Texas Ineterest Supreme Court Beliere Vernon Lemens Forret Jan Mond Ernaing Tom Lave Orie Epere Temenissim of Appeals Justin Charles Melembe Dabur Alorness

Purchase of Bank at Houston Made by Jones Interests

Houston bank affairs shift as Public National Bank and Trust Company faces sale to National Bank of Commerce immediate takeover. Controlling interest in Houston NationalBank reportedly moves from Woesterling interests to Joseph F Meyer Sr and brothers, with Meyer family set to manage the bank.

Bank At Houston Jones Jseph Merre Jr George Oh. Meyer Frank Mecer Reill Assum Ihe Wowson Naetional

San Antonio Observance Broadcasts Tudegas of Mary Day

Radio talks and band music mark San Antonio's Tudegas of Mary Day observance. Programs include speeches by Lt. Charles W. Anderson for Congressman Harry M. Wurzbach and Maj. Leland A. Stanford in charge of the Ninth Infantry concert under Maj. James S. Oxburns.

San Antonio Pugedar Charles WW. Anderson Hary- Mo Wurzbach Etalian Rtsa Georen M. Raronneote Wyoming Aleerpnke Navy R. Redus Terence Jedzne Gunter Mifirer Oxburns Leland A. Stanford U. S.army Charles T. Gillian Comill

Eighth Juror Chosen in Murder Trial

The eighth juror for the murder trial of PF Leon Bonknizhe or related defendants was selected today. A secretary from the G. O. party appeared to be involved as the jury was formed, with further proceedings reported as the trial began yesterday.

Bolstes Ithe Leon Bonknizhe T. Edwards Fruknizhi Daerratihs Si Chee

Middle age worries and medicines from a candid ad

An advertisement parodies a middle aged woman discussing aging and health routines. It promotes Nuject minus details, urges regular use to avoid dignity loss, and claims Natolac products are available in sealed bottles at drugstores.

Nujance Natolac

General Wolters Orders New Oil Production Quota in Texas

General Wolters announced a new oil production limit of 140 barrels per month in the Eas Trane military district from 7 am October SB. The order follows prior cuts, reducing shale output to 18 barrels and earlier to 385 barrels, with 224 barrels previously produced. The command cites martial law and a need to adjust production as the war intensifies.

Holston Lriz Ges Jecob P. Wolters Warsilar Cie Whale Raat Renellanecisls Kilzare Eas Trane Woaltere

Fight Over Reward Leads to Pension Fund Ruling

Ambiguous action on a reward sparked a legal ruling affecting the pension fund. Officials referenced the Powers case and the Georgia state authority to determine eligibility and payment obligations.

September Income of M. P. Decreases

Revenue figures show a decline for September with total revenues for the month lower than August. The report notes reduced earnings across railcar production and related segments, outlining a weaker month for the period and comparing it to prior figures in the same year.

Waal Stalfard Ehawed

Radio operator aboard ship John Kenda noted

A man described as a radio operator on a ship named John Kenda, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Kenda from Caranster ei California, was reported around the formation received here Thursday.

John Kenda Caran Sterei Anand Lalor California Areundins Turmlay

Rubio killing trial set for November in Ardmore case

In Ardmore a second trial for Amilio gous Laxman and his student Myriel Carria Games was announced for November 12. Former deputies Monty Alinrning Marsie Shing saul Williams and Cecil Cevakr face charges connected to a deadly Vine incident and a pistol assault that killed a local man.

Andmore Okla Amilio Gous Laxman Myriel Carria Taday Monty Alinrning Marsie Shing Saul Williams Cecil Cevakr Depu Heriffa Aza Woilen Routha Amerie Callegas Ardmore

Delinquent Tax Case Reaches High Court

A delinquent tax case advances to the High Court with questions over remittance intervals and penalties. The proceedings reference potential next January actions and include mentions of local officials and the involved parties.

HighCourt

Seiberling Tire Officials Plan West Coast Sales Tour

Seiberling Tire and Rubber executives announced a visit next Friday for a comprehensive sales campaign at Plaza Hotel Haglia. Company president Seiberling Tiré and staff, including Penfield and Miller, will meet to outline planned tours to the West Coast and Hawaiian islands with further sales team arrangements at a later date.

Bisa Olfleimls Spiberling Weda Arte Den Aningin Allan Soolerene Rommany Mangperk Ett Plore Plaza Bodeh Te Haglia Rompany Nail Seibecting Hig Penfield I. Siew Goodyear Tire Ctubher Company Toye Cslen ALM, Miller Hawaiian Islands Diner

Court Denies Truck Hearing In Robertson County Case

The Oklahoma Supreme Court refused to assume jurisdiction in a writ of prohibition appeal brought by C. Box, sheriff of Robertson County, against J. F. Kirk, Limestone County district judge. The court dismissed the case without prejudice, reversing an attempt to block enforcement of a motor truck operation on the highway as a civil remedy matter.

Justin Eupreme Court Juris Floharism Limestone County Lee Aga C. Box Herift Robertson County Anil Troberléon

Wright Trial Delayed in Morris County Court Case

Continued from Dare a trial delayed as defense seeks impartial jury. Judges weigh pretrial motions and selection challenges in the Weight case linked to the Morrison kidnapping. Indictment alleges a May 1920 incident involving a manager at 128 West Summit Avenue and a $200 robbery.

Wallee Groce Howard Trier Rhidton Ardornern Heras County Distrire Walter Tran Wieitit Attorees C. Sl Matthesis Wright Bt. Clair Gentery Weel Summit Avenue Morrison

Seguin Highway Work Near Start in Besareos Region

Officials say Sesulu highway project through Besareos will begin within weeks after months of delays. Martin of the state highway union reports the final obstacle was removed last week, enabling construction to start. The route will run from Hast Coramsree Street to Begin, replacing current rails and crossings with new roadway.

Sesulu Besareos Martin

Hoover Comments on Island Problem

President Hoover spoke on the Mille island issue urging immediate inspection and aid tied to economic policy. He warned lack of action could worsen the situation and threaten independence and stability for the region.

Hoover Wastington TD. C Honter Mille Iipmnen

Reds Riot as British Vote Continues Across City

In chaotic polling hours amid voter rush women waited long to cast ballots while crowds protested and some used flares. Reports describe two‑piercing alarms, armed men and a bank clerk robbed as the riot spread through parts of the city during the British vote coverage.

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