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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 02, 1931

Page

5

Mayor Silent Bonds Controversy Over City Payroll Woes

Reported conflict over payroll details and two weeks work in city health and welfare departments. Mentions Dr W A King city Health officer and inspector names, payroll timing, and a separate removal demand involving a public park matron after a committee visit to city hall.

W. A. King Anjl Frian Maiermann Limékeoner Aig Maver Chamberswan Surbér Mairan Adda Meyer Herman Beliimaff

Marvelous Eczema Healer Claims Safe Relief and Refund

An advertisement touts VAdyver usemensy Marvelous as a cure for eczema, itching, ringworm, and athlete's foot with dramatic skin improvements. It promises money back and mentions Telterine as the relief source, urging skeptical readers to try the product and see rapid healing.

Shapling Savotanh. Cn

Two Corpus Steamers Yield Liquor to Customs Agents

Corpus Christi customs officers raided two freights in Corpus Christi bay and seized alcohol including foreign liquor. A resident of Corpus Christi and a moving vehicle tied to the seizure were arrested as they left the harbor. The German freighter Griesheim carried a small bolt of liquor aboard, with crew members linked to the alcohol find.

Corvus Chiryti Texas U—Customs Corpus Chrlsti Bay Griesheim

Local Tennis Standings Report From City Meet

Continued from Pace One the event lists several matches with margins noted. Guis Moreland of New York defeats Tea Ghicage by one up while Hose Eamerville of London bests ed Gana Momapa of Englewood 2 and 2. Other results include Neibur Water Rochester beating Chorley Beaver and Sadie Sleyens featured in a rest home profile alongside local names and a note from the lime kroper office about employment records.

Neibur Water Rochester Chorley Beaver Sae Wealiaaf Chieaan Barnwell Tarksby Dutxbersty

Fire Extinguished on Barrett Place Damages Limited

Firefighters extinguished a blaze at a Barrett Place residence with no injuries reported. Investigators have not determined an origin and are reviewing the scene for clues while neighbors describe a brief smoke outbreak and minor interior damage.

Barrett Place Tames Iain B.C

Botsford Returns to Los Angeles From Coast Trepity Tilted States Marshal

George Botsford, recently removed from duty for a month, has returned with his family from the coast to the Northwest. The move follows internal changes as authorities reassess assignments.

Botsford L. A George Botsford Waeltle

Bluebeard in Narcotic Gases and Powers Case

A fragmented report outlines narcotics trafficking tied to a woman across multiple states, with police and county officials delaying grand jury actions to investigate missing women linked to the matrimonial agency inquiry. It notes alleged letters between Powers and his wife prior to marriage and mentions a victim who fled to Canada with a man.

Ciburg Cannry Wapre Dutto Mer South Dakota Powers

Friendship Society To End Operations In West Virginia Case

Legal steps begun by Assistant Attorney General Joseph A. Cidin and Governor Wilber M. Bricker aim to dissolve the Friendship Society, amid reports of investigations into values and associations. Officials indicate warrants and filings will proceed once city and state authorities coordinate in Detroit and Kan­sas, with local actors named in a murky dispute surrounding two women.

Pranisiux Corresprudence Club Mo Wim Harry F. Dowvers Clarkstairs West Virrinsia Joseph A. CiDin Suricly Wilber M. Brucker Kansing Fillis Olza Ual

Wife Held After Slaying Two Women and Child

In Clarksburg West Virginia this morning a 45 year old wife allegedly murdered two women and a child. Police charge G A Dicksforth and Tray Tuell Powers with involvement as the man’s wife reportedly claimed she was “through with powers” during the incident, and investigators found linseed oil and other items at the scene.

Clarksburg W. Va Srpt G.A. Dicksforth Tray Tuell Powers

Detectives Mourned After Fatal Police Vehicle Crash

A crash killed two detectives identified as Milstead and Kilday after a late night pursuit in which a suspect fled. The Carer hr lost five of its best men, and officials pledged replacements as investigations and tributes proceeded.

Fay Lex Avigeloa Tare Fate Lens Seal Booth Milstead Oan Ehate Sean Eran Keadman Putererd Department 1 Mitstead Goodman Erry Treegeraast Mile Soni Chirf Kilday Phil Wright

Herndon Panghorn Released by Japs In Tokyo

In Tokyo, after intense fighting, Herndon and Panghorn were released by Japanese authorities following a botched allied attempt to steal a drone and disrupt Pacific operations. The incident targeted a transit corridor near Terrand and involved Clyde Panshorn.

Herndon Panghorn Japs! Tokio Clyde Pansharn Pacific

Auto overturn injures two youths on Cupples road

Two youths, Gayle English aged 17 and Alfred Walley, were injured when the car they rode in ran off Cupples road into a ditch Wednesday noon. English was taken to an infirmary in serious condition and Walley to the infirmary.

Trabols Cupples Road Gayle English Buena Vista Street Candifon Lia Alfred Walley Maena Vista Street Tey Kelly

Teacher Ban Reconsidered At Distant Board Meeting

A heated school board session centered on Mrs King and Mrs Wing as members debated removal and authority. Gilmore and Robbia attacked actions while supporters urged orderly investigation and a continued meeting to decide if Mrs King should stay as president amid a dispute over procedures. A recess was set to resume Wednesday morning with all members present.

Gilmore N. Abieviate My Ark Ayr Robbia W. FL Vilwa Merbar King

Pampa Implements Gas Rate Reduction

In Pampa Texas the city commission ordered gas rates reduced to a cents per 100 cubic feet, following a proposed reduction by Central Power and Light. The change lowers the cost per thousand cubic feet for residents and businesses alike.

Pampa Texas Ordinanes Sincer Power & Light

Favorites in Semis in South Texas junior tournament

The sixth Texas junior title event on Willow Spur course unfolds with Al Kinser Jr. and Heimhardt Schriever advancing, while dark horse Fred Worsth and others suffer eliminations. Morning heats see Edgar Oominn, Tom Haswrence, and Jim Minn among notable duels as crews vie for final spots.

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