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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 02, 1933

Page

7

Plaza 700 and the Sneakeasy Incident Folly

A garbled account from an old news page describes a night near the Plaza 700 with rumors about intoxication and a “sneakeasy” scene. Eyewitness testimony centers on two very drunk men, a gold dust bowl, and a bottle-like water joke, while local officials and reporters note a revived interest in beer licensing and travel in the area.

EB Mitchel Oelieves Lal Bootler Mitchell Propriete Gem

Leap From Auto Injures Woman at City Intersection

Mrs Morsella Murray, 25, of 419 Hoover Street, was injured when she leapt from an auto at the corner of Bonth Loreda and Brazog streets. She received treatment at We Robert B. Green hospital Saturday. Rodolph Liqui Vel of 402 Lamont Street was involved. details unclear.

Morsella Murray Hoover Street

Accused Slayer to Get Sanity Trial

Sep 2 14 A sanity trial is ordered for Tommie Nolte charged with a serious case involving Win eying Of Kin Wincle, Tlenry Floyd, and Whitlamoon County farming. Officers moved to transfer to a county facility immediately. He was twice an inmate of an asylum.

Taylor Tommie Nolte Wineying of Kin Wincle Tlenry Floyd Witlamoon County Farinn Trinistrr Molle Ceorgetowi

Tragic Shooting Death Of Dink O Terrell In San Antonio

Dink O Terrell 48 a San Antonio civic leader and chamber of commerce president died Friday morning after a gun discharged while a car was being driven on Penn road three miles west of the city. Witnesses said Terrell’s pistol in the car discharged fatally hitting him in the chest. Funeral plans to be held at Laurel Heights Methodist Church with memorials by local officials and business groups.

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SUN OBSERVES CENTENNIAL SUNS CENTENNIAL ANNOUNCEMENT

The New York Sun marks its hundredth anniversary with a mammoth 104 page edition in eight column format. The special issue features "The story of the Sun" and "At First 199 years" in picture and text, a rare centennial display. The paper notes advertising demand exceeded available space, apologizing for omissions.

New York New York Sun Today Sun

Bar Association Delegates Close Annual Meeting

Grand Rapids reports delegates at the three day Bar Association gathering heard colleagues warn that new federal legislative changes threaten core legal concepts. They debated approaches to fight crime while stressing the Supreme Court will safeguard rights, as jurists urged vigilance against underworld influence.

Bar Association Grand Rapids Mid Wiiond BNO United Komewserd Inday Lnell Trans Hart Tron Sfudee Barrie Saver United States Circuit Court of Appeals Supreme Court United States Crary

Lung Operation Fatal for Youth

In Stampford a youth named Reeves, son of Mr and Mrs Spugen Reeves of Tall Clay, died after a lung operation. Burial was held Saturday. The article notes a four year struggle and vague references to medical treatment and a tackle incident.

Stampond

Cycle Trade Show Invites Public For Fun Fun City Event

The Cycle Trader of Aimavlen hosts a bicycle exhibition at a local venue inviting enthusiasts to view models and ride demos. Organizers promote community gathering with prizes and light refreshments.

Grasso Urges Prudence and National Recovery Theme

Adolph Grasso, San Antonio Merchants Association secretary, backs cautious spending during September to support unemployment relief and morale as part of the national Buy During September drive urged by Mayor Quin. He argues free buying now is crucial to absorb unemployment before cold weather.

Adolph Grasso Answager San Antonio Newt Grisso Bolsher NRA Grasso K. Quin Commeron

Ringling Divorce Suit Dismissed in Sarasota

A Sarasota divorce action between Joby Ringling and Mrs Emily Tony Brnle Tehrathik is dismissed after Ringling withdrew the suit on grounds of alleged cruelty. The case, filed weeks earlier, was not explored. attorney James T. Blypling questioned the withdrawal and noted no resolution.

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Court Refuses to Free Man Held in Medina Jail

Hayden charged with swindling over Sal was denied release from Medina county jail at Hondo by Judge Frederick Stevens. Writ of habeas corpus filed by his attorneys Friday. Assistant District Attorney Delos Fitch said Hayden’s case was pending in San Antonio. Justice of the Peace in Hondo reportedly has not taken action. An appeal to this county was deemed improper.

Medina Hayden Sal Hondo Frederick Stevens Ict Finen

Dublin Hall Merger Rumors Signal New Irish Alliance

Dublin sources report talks of a Center party and Cunton Cosgrave's party merging with Eoin O'Duffy's faction into a united Tremont alliance to confront Beaterz. The potential pact would affect the Dail and signal a major shift since the Easter Rising.

Dublin Center Party William T. Cosgrave Cuntong Eoin O'Dafly Wa- Hong! Guard Treland Oday Lone Saint Frasident Vaterz

Theft Probe Notes Cash Loss From Local Shop

Police investigated a theft involving 380 dollars reported Saturday at a local cafe. The incident timeline mentions a distinct suspect seen near the premises. No further details provided on arrests or motive in the fragment.

Ween Lynse

PA Will Hold Meeting at Hotel

Announced gathering by state officials at a hotel detailing schedule and public remarks. Names appear garbled but indicate local representatives and organizers coordinating a public meeting.

T. PA

Loyal Nazig Renew Pledge at Wirgberg Rally

Nuremberg Germany Sept 2 Nazi Party organizers paraded with brown shirts to pledge loyalty to Hitler’s movement. Speakers promised to educate Germans to be citizens of the state and forewarned constant party leadership to emerge through new political organizers. A large crowd stood in the meadow as the biennial assembly marked the event.

Nuraberg Germany Adelf Hitler Wirgberg Evere Geringn Undiun Teaders Nkchml Sneilis Ben

Train Collison Kills Three and Injures Seven at Crosses

An Oakland evening crash when a Southern Pacific train struck an automobile at a crossing, three people died and seven were injured. Victims included Eva Gethell, 38, and Elsie Stelfis, 45, both of San Francisco, plus Henry Stor, 58, and ROA Vannerberg, 40. Major injuries reported among the injured.

Oakland Galil Pacific Eva Gethell Eisie SleFliis Teepe Stesfing Wersen San Francisco Lnshaedis Hin Harry Golvindl Henry Stor Roa Vannerberg Revkelrs

Farmer Charged in Fatal Shooting

A Texas farmer faces charges after a fatal shooting in Palesting. The incident left a 6 year old girl and another person injured as authorities investigated the event. The suspect was taken into custody Thursday morning as the community awaited further details.

Farmer Palesting Texas Eer Aktor Lene

Nation Shortage of Whiskey Threatens Prohibition Era Supply

Washington reports a looming whiskey shortage as prohibition ends. Stockpiles chain aging warehouses hold about 16 million gallons, with 1.5 million gallons aging from the war and 2 million more added for the first postwar year. Doctors may order whiskey in any quantity under the Geller law, while fresh stock vanishes fast and prices are expected to rise.

Washington Warrhausey Hue Physinhias

Woman scientist links virus to sleeping sickness in St Louis

Margaret G C Simitl of Washington University School of Medicine and Dr Howard McCordock reported a filterable virus linked to sleeping sickness at a St Louis Medical Society meeting attended by about 1800. The find marks the first scientific proof of a viral cause, while cases rose to 276 in St Louis County and 155 in the city as state health officials plan to share data with medics.

ST. Louis Secience Jims Laken Ly de Margaret GC. Simitl Washington University School of Medicine Johns Hopkins University St. Louis Medical Society Eil Howard McCordock Washington University Smith Stuth Rick Cordotk U Re St Louis B. T. McGaugh Anmautic Hedef Tectud

Texas Repeal Lead At 119573 In State Election

Dallas Sept 2 Texas election bureau reports repeal amendment leading by 119 573 votes while legalization of beer at 3 2 by 132 624 votes with 246 of 254 counties counted. About 38 000 votes remain outstanding. unofficial organization compiled 464 451 votes.

Dallas Texas Election Bureau Texas Dureau Texas News

Chinese Claims of Victory Over Reds Denied in Fukien Province

Report from Toochow Fukien notes Chinese announcements of victory against Communist forces face strong contradiction. Foreign dispatches say Reds still hold Yenping and press attacks, while American missionaries depart Kien Ming amid rising tensions and official caution.

Toochow Fukien Spain Yenping Kienming

Officials Move Girl to Hospital

Fort Worth dispatch reports authorities used force to relocate a girl from her home to a hospital. Attendants say she showed some response to initial treatment but remains described as gravely ill. Dr. B. A. Starora of Meyers seeks to proceed, after local officials refused removal without medical consent.

Meyaa Firs K. Eanows Partnis Dir Stacrora

Italian Pact and Soviet Talks Spark Diplomatic Tensions

Rome reports Mussolini and Soviet Ambassador Polemkin criticized by the Vernezie palace as the pact seeks to avoid boycotts and mutual condemnation. Washington notes new foreign-relations concerns and a shift toward hemispheric trade, with the Roosevelt administration eyeing disarmament and economic recovery through international consultation.

Rome Mussollini Polemkin Lodas Ttato Bayle Ton Vernezie Palace Soviet Union Washington, D.C Wim White House London Western Hemisphere Europe Asia

Swift Trial Prompts Prosecution Of Burkley Brothers

Dallas reports say Thurman Burkley and Britt Burkley, two Black men, confessed to Brutal crimes linked to the shooting of Miss Kathryn Prince and wounding her escort. Indicted for murder in connection with the Prince case, they face swift prosecution next week as funeral services for Miss Prince were held at Pleasant Mound. Police recover details from witnesses tying the Burkleys to the road where the victims parked, amid broader investigations into related killings in June.

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Victim Receives Treatment After Assault

George Woods of 614 Roper Street was treated at Abe Teabhart B. Green hospital for injuries described as cuts and inflamed areas after an attack Saturday. The report lists nearby addresses and names of involved parties in a brief, unclear account.

George Woods Roper Street Abe Teabhart B. Green Hospital Wypesaljant Seguinron Fatlow San Francisen Street Hyne Hong Mince AE Weal Cammeren Atret Power Snel

Hollywood Notes on Edm und Lowe and Sylvia Thalberg shifts

Hollywood gossip outlines Edmund Lowe resuming Lilyan to reschedule appearances as he signs new projects with Fox and Universal. Sylvia Thalberg resigns from Melvo Goldwyn Mayer to focus on writing novels, while Katharine Hepburn heads to New York for Break of Hearts duties and Claudette Colbert plans Honolulu recuperation aboard a ship.

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