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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 06, 1932

Page

9

Mexico’s Calles denies resignation claims amid journey home

Pascual Ortiz Rubio, Mexico’s former president, denies resigning over disputes with General Calles. He says illness forced his departure and plans to settle in San Diego after a move from Juarez to El Paso. About 3,000 well-wishers greeted him at Juarez station with cries of viva.

EL Pago Texas Pi Pascual Ortiz Ruble Mexico Flatarco Elias’ Calles Reacher Rio Grande Juarez el Paso Southern Pacific Railway San Diego Calif Hot Springs Ark Orde Rubio Juarez Railway Station

Hearing Opens on Gas Rates

A Texas railroad commission hearing began on Community Natural Gas company proposed rates for about 900 unincorporated towns. The company argues the sliding scale raises charges during low-use months and lowers bills in winter, claiming the new rates cut heating costs by 50 and 45 cents per 1000 cubic feet and seek a fair return on investment.

Atebtin Sept Community Natural Gas Company Texas Railroad Commission Tampary Tama Eee

GOP Spends $97,631 in a Three Month Period

The Republican National Committee listed expenditures of $97,621 for the period June 1 to August 1 in a report filed with the House clerk. Contributions totaled $16,025 and $15,000 was obtained from Commercial National Bank of Washington. Lawrence C. Phipps, former Colorado senator, led contributors with a $10,000 gift.

Washington, D. C Rept Republican Tatlonel Committee House Commercial National Bank of Washington Lawrence C. Phipps Colorado

Italian Steamer Rex Sets Speed Record for New York Voyage

In Genoa Italy today the Rex claimed a new speed record for an Italian steamer. It averaged 20 knots over a 800 mile trial and reached 28 knots at top speed. The ship secures a maiden voyage to New York on September 27, marking the fastest voyage by an liner to date.

Italy Genoa Rex New York

Bolivia Demands War on Paraguay

In La Paz Bolivia a bill was presented to congress calling for immediate war declaration against Paraguay over activities in the Chaco region. Deputy Molina introduced the measure urging open warfare. In Indianapolis Norman Thomas Socialist party candidate arrived for a state mass meeting tonight.

Bolivia Paraguay LA Paz Congress Calle Molina Chaco

Britain Sinking Into Sea Delusion Warned By Expert

York dispatch reports England facing a rising sea level threat as surveyor T B Longfield cites ancient shoreline data. He claims highland basins were about 15 feet lower 2006 years ago and that coastal areas have gradually submerged since then.

York Enz England T. B. Longfield Ordnance Survey

Labor Day raids net several liquor charges and arrests

On Labor Day the prohibition office captured multiple suspects in citywide liquor raids. Henry C. Patterson, released from prison three months earlier, faced a $2000 bond after a gallon of whiskey was found. Amado Terrazas Mon day was jailed for transporting two cases of beer, and Frank Valdez got a $600 bond after a still was found on Chestnut street. Fernando Moreno, Jesse B. Gonsales, Bert Hammonds and others faced追加 charges or pleas tied to stills, mash, and whiskey. Patterson pleaded not guilty and awaits a hearing.

Labor Day Prohibition Office Henry CG Patterson Amado Terrazas Frank Valdez Chestnut Street Fernando Moreno Santiago Street Jesse B. Gonsales Ure Bert Hammonds Camp Bulls

Main Ford Plant Reopened After 3 Week Shutdown

Ford Motor Company's main plant, shut for three weeks, reopened today in Detroit. Officials said former employees would gradually return to work across departments as operations permitted. No figure was released on how many workers were affected.

Ford Detroit Ford Motor Company

Van Field Hearing Slated Sept 24 Fort Worth

Parker chief supervisor of the oil and gas division of the Texan railroad commission announced a hearing on proration of production in the Van oil field. Originally set for September 21, the session was postponed to September 24 and will be held in Fort Worth.

van Field Austin SMR Ds Parker Oil and Gas Division Texan Railroad Commssion van Oil Fort Worth

Woman's Trial in Kidnapping Starts in Kansas City

Kansas City September 8. After nine months in county jail, Mrs. Ethel Depew goes on trial for alleged participation in the kidnapping of Mrs. Nell Donnelly, a garment manufacturer. Depew, once a nurse in the Donnelly home, is accused of aiding the abduction planned with her husband Marshall Deputy, now serving a life term in the state penitentiary.

Kansas Clty Ethel Depew Nell Q. Donnelly

Doolittle and Aazlip Steal AR High Speed Marks

In Cleveland on Sept 1 Maj James H Doolittle in a red-nosed monoplane won the 100 mile free-for-all race and set high speed marks. Teammate James Hairlip earlier flew coast to coast for a 10 hour 18 minute record. Hairlip's wife Meg set a women’s land plane speed record at 258.512 mph and Doolittle boosted the men’s landplane record to 206.287 mph. Mrs Hallups altitude record and other pilots set notable marks as rivals finished behind.

Cleveland Slamn Aviation James H. Doolittle James Hairlip Hairlip Meg Doolittle Halup Ruth Nichols Ry N Mi Nichols Roncoe O. Turner

Rail-Barge Rate on Cotton Fixed

A tentative agreement for lower rail-barge freight rates on cotton was approved today by Maj. Gen. T. Ashburn, chairman of the Federal Inland Waterways Corporation. The proposal will be presented to executives of the Southwestern railroads by Vice President J. A. Brown of the Missouri Pacific. It requires approval by the railroads and by Secretary Hurley before taking effect. no details were released.

Washington, D. C T. Ashburn Federal Inland Waterways Corporation Southwestern Railroads J. A Brown Missouri Pacific Hurley

Italian Speed Pilot Crashes at Desenzano

Lieutenant Neri of Tény's speed pool was killed when his plane collapsed during a high speed flight at the aviation school in Desenzano Italy. The aircraft buckled in a sharp turn 150 feet from the water and fell in flames into the lake in full view of fellow cadets.

Desenzano Italy Neri Tény

Congress Contests in Nevada Narrow to Two Democrats

In Reno on September polls Nevada voters faced a single major contest for congress with former governor James G. Scrugham and Reno attorney Maurice J. Sullivan seeking the Democratic nomination. Both urged repeal of the Eighteenth Amendment and the payment of the soldiers bonus.

Congress Nevada Reno Nev Tollay James G. Scrughem Maurice J. Sullivan Reho

Stearman Aircraft to employ 100 mechanics for spring

Wichita officials say the Stearman Aircraft company will keep 100 mechanics busy through the spring with orders for airplane parts. The plant recently added about 30 workers to reach 80, and a further 50 will be recalled at once, placing production at capacity.

Wichita, Sept Stearman Aircraft Company

6000 Back at Jobs at Toledo Shops

About 6000 workers returned to work this morning in Toledo plants after weeks of near shutdown. A force of 43000 resumed at the Willys-Overland Plant while hundreds more went back to the Electric Auto-Light company and other smaller plants in the area.

Toledo Ondlo Willys-Overland Electric Auto-Light Company

Chicagoan Installed as President of Therapy Congress

Chicago urologist Dr. Gustav Kollscher was installed today as president of the American Congress of Physical Therapy during its convention. He succeeds Dr. E H Kwerherdt of St Louis as head of the organization.

Chicago New York Gustav Kollscher American Congress of Physical Therapy Kollscher E. H. Kwerherdt St. Louis

Hoover Returns From Long Camp Stay At White House

President Hoover came back to the White House from a Rapkian mountain camp after an extended weekend. He arrived well ahead of his usual midweek cabinet meeting schedule.

Hoover Camp Washington, D. C Rapkian Mountain White Houses

Trees Larger By Night Than by Day

New Haven Conn Sept 6 trees show daytime trunks smaller than at eight in the night. Connecticut agricultural experiment station reports trunks diminish in diameter as moisture withdraws in day and replenish at night causing increased trunk size.

New Haven Cong Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Mu- Mon

Roosevelt Attends New York State Fair in Syracuse

Governor Franklin D. Roosevelt arrived in Syracuse early today for the state fair. His special car left a New York Central train from Poughkeepsie and was detached to proceed to the fairgrounds.

Syracuse Franklin’ S. Roosevelt New York Central Poughkeepsie tAdetrael

Germany vows arms buildup to defend East Prussia

Berlin reports Gen. Kurt Von Schmicher in Koenlbers interview declares Germany will arm under all circumstances for defense. He asserts the government will defend East Prussia to the last man and transport materials by sea if needed. The remark follows the claim of equal arms for Germany in European security.

Berlin Kurt von Schmicher Europe Germany Pias Koenleibers East Prussia Prussia

Move to Close Fair Franchise

An ordinance cancelling the franchise held by the International Exposition Incorporated was introduced at the city commission meeting Tuesday but no final action was taken. It would abrogate the agreement because safety clause has not been followed. The franchise began January 1929 for a 20 year term. Notice was sent to the exposition group.

The International Exposition, Incorporated Exposition Group

Grain supply changes in bushels report New York

The visible supply of American grain rose in wheat by 3,648,000 bushels, corn by 1,836,000, oats by 1,237,000, and hay by 673,000 while rye fell by 105,000, according to the latest data.

New York O&ts Hayley

British Jobless Drive From Parley by Police in Newcastle

Several hundred unemployed demonstrators gathered outside the hall where the trades union congress met. Two hundred mounted police formed a barrier as the crowd shouted and sang, escorting a police detachment through Newcastle streets in protest of what they termed the capitalistic policy of the trades union congress.

Newcastle England Trades Union Congresa 9 Trades Union Congress

Manila Electric Strike Settled in Philippine Capital

A September settlement ends the Manila Electric strike after workers agree to a 11 percent pay cut. The dispute involved line workers earning under $400 annually and had stirred legislative and official circles in the Philippines.

Antila 1st Manila Electric company #m Philippine Filpino Infticialdom

Unidentified man killed in hold up near Oscar Howards

In Pikeville an unidentified man was killed and two companions wounded during an alleged robbery attempt at Oscar Howards filling station and soft drink stand. Howards fired 10 to 12 shots at the robbers, the incident occurring around midnight.

Pikeville, &C Oscar Howards Howards

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