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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 10, 1932

Page

2

Rescue of Air Victim Tale of Aeroism

In Delaware mountains 127 miles east of Fl Pass a Fokker tri motor crash killed two pilots and a passenger. Surviving passenger George A. Davidson of Richmond California was carried to safety after a 24 hour search by nearly 100 men.

Jack Turner EL Paso Delaware Mountains Fl Pass American Airways George A. Davidson Richmond Calif Revo Delaware Davidson Morses Meno Allen G. Falley Highway Polite Trigen Texas Norman Peparte Morris Mbailanr

San Antonio Library Board Names First Woman President

The San Antonio Public Library board elected Mrs. Bartlett as president, the first woman to hold the post in 30 years. She had served as secretary and vice president since 1918 and 1929 respectively, with Thomas H. Franklin’s death prompting the unexpired term. Harris became vice president to fill Bartlett’s vacancy, Elizabeth Houston was named secretary, and Willar L. Herif remains treasurer. Officers will serve until January elections. permanent officers are chosen annually in January.

San Antonis Poble Whrary Board Priday Birs Terrell Bartlett Thomas H. Praoklin Bartlett M. M. Harris Ms. Bartlett Elizabeth Houston E. H. Kirrr Harris Miss Houston Willar L. Herif

Accused Dentist Sought as Man Dies

Houston dispatch reports 98 year old Dr. Sam Cruse of Cleveland charged with murder in the death of W. Sharp, a 23 year old Groesbeck pipe tint worker who died from a bullet wound received a week earlier. Cruse had been granted bail of 1000 dollars after a prior assault charge and is now sought on new murder charges.

Houston Sam Cruse Cleveland W. Sharp Groesbeck Sherp Cruse

Klambis Funeral, German Immigrant Resident for 22 Years

Klambi, a German native who lived 22 years in the area since coming to the United States 40 years ago, dies. Survived by widow Mrs. Mary Klambi and son Charles Woussuer of Tulare, Cent. Also surviving Mrs. Fiebeeen, Mile At 6, and a number of relatives. Services scheduled Saturday afternoon at a Presbyterian church.

Pracetn Order of Ragies Klambi Germany United States Mary Klambi Charles Woussuer Tulare Cent Rar Anianie Mit C. . Monee Atine

Legion Plans Economy Fight in National Convention

Portland Ore Sept 10 A counter attack on forces opposing veterans relief will be discussed at the American Legion national convention next week Readers say the move aims to prevent disruption or repeal of existing veterans legislation John Thomas Taylor legislative counsel and vice chairman of the national legislative committee and Watson B Miller chairman of the national rehabilitation committee will voice concerns that demands for economy and reduced federal expenditures may harm the relief program the legion has supported

Portland Ore American Legion National John Thomas Taylor Watson B. Miller National Rehabilitation Committee the Legion

Resolution 0 Probe Vote Ends Texas Election Inquiry

The Texas House killed a resolution to probe alleged illegal votes and misuse of state resources in the Democratic gubernatorial primary. The 62 to 52 vote halted a Ding-member committee plan, while senate supporters signaled they would drop their inquiry. The debate consumed much of the special session on tax relief.

Austin Texas House of Representatives A. S. Sterling Miriam A. Ferguson J. ©. Duvall Fort Worth Fred Minox House Senale Legisature Senate

Ferguson seeks court order in Texas governor race

In a Texas Supreme Court filing on September 6, Miriam Ferguson asks for a writ of mandamus to compel the state GOP executive committee and convention to certify the gubernatorial nominee who won the August primary. Ferguson contends the committee may be swayed by alleged voting irregularities and seeks a ruling directing the convention to accept the committee’s recommendation as the party’s nominee. Respondents say they will follow the law in canvassing returns and naming the candidate with the most votes.

Austty Texas Gubernetoria Mia Miriam A. Ferguson Tr. &. Sterling Ustenedd Supreme Court Sterling W. ©. Huggins

Basse Named President of National Piegly-Wiggly Operators

Edgar A. Basse of Si1 Terrell Road has been elected to lead the National Piegly-Wiggly Operators Association. He holds controlling interest in the Piegly-Wiggly stores in several Texas towns including Waco Houston and Temple. The announcement came from the Cincinnati convention. In Australia reports note Wedderburn gold diggers causing traffic and structural damage after uncovering gold.

National Edgar A. Basse Terrell Road Cincinnati Basse Waco Bouston and Temple Medbourne Australia Wedderburn Victoria

Hoover Chooses Washington Stay Over Weekend Trip

President Hoover will remain in Washington over the weekend rather than travel to Rapidan Camp in the Blue Ridge. A secretary cited cooler weather in the capital and reports the mountains are less favorable as the reason for the stay.

Hoover Washington Washington, D. C National Capital Rapidan Blue Ridge Mountains White House

Massie Case May Be Reopened October 3

Honolulu reports that the Ala Moana assault case involving Mrs Thelin Massie wife of naval Lieut Thomas Massie may be reopened October 3. J G Fraser a private detective who led the inquiry will present his report to Territorial Governor Lawrence M Judd in New York. Territorial Attorney Harry Hewitt and Honolulu prosecutor John Delley will accompany the governor when he receives the report.

Honolulu Thelin Massie Thomas Massie J. G. Fraser Lawrence M. Judd New York Sonora Harry Hewitt John Delley

Bahama Relief Expedition Heads to Abaco Island

A Bahamas government relief expedition led by FA A Quackenbustt and Abaco legislators departed Nassau for Abaco Island after a deadly storm last Monday killed eleven people and left many injured. Officials reported widespread destruction, with nine settlements struck and most buildings wrecked. one settlement had only a blown-off roof remaining on the shelter house.

Nassau Bahamas Abaco Ur FA. A. Quackenbustt

Harlandale PTA Hosts Large Community Fair Night

A major Harlandale district fair drew over 200 attendees Friday on the junior school campus. Democratic state superintendent candidate A. Woods spoke on higher education, introduced by Mrs. Jessie Dettel. Harlandale officials and the PTA thanked patrons as students performed and the band provided music.

Harlandale B.S. Tulum Chirnen A. Woods Waco Jessie Deltel City Council of Parents and Teachers H. Hi Hutto Maud Reeder Lynne Harlandale High School

Highland Park Presbyterian Hosts Teachers as Guests

The High Land Pars community teachers will be guests of honor at Sundays 11 o clock preaching service at Highland Park Presbyterian church. Rev Bixler Greer announces the sermon topic The School of Life. The church choir directed by Mrs L W Kennedy and Vesta Hastings Bryan will present a program of vocal music.

Publishon Highland Pars Highland Park Presbyterian Church Bixler Greer School of Life Churett L. W. Kennedy Vesta Hastings Bryan Mocompariat Rpoctel Music

Oklahoma Farmers Holiday Move Faces Apathy Prediction

In Oklahoma City on January 10 Harry S Cordell president of the state board of agriculture predicted weak support for the recent farmers holiday movement. The Oklahoma branch of the association planned a strong push to recruit members as part of an intensive campaign.

Oklahoma City Sant Fathi Oklahoma Harry Cordell Male Board of Agriculture Farmers Holiday

Roosevelt Hs Pledge Of Support For Westward Campaign

Albany Sept 10 Roosevelt planned to depart the capital for an 8000 mile westward campaign tour as New York Democratic leaders pledged full backing. He met Reed of Missouri and O Mahoney of Wyoming who offered political guidance while Curry and Tammany Hall leaders pledged action and loyal support.

Albany N. Y Une New York Rowse Roosevelt James A. Reed Missouri Joseph O'Mahoney Wyoming Reed O'Mahoney Executive John F. Curry Tammany Hall Upside Ransevelt

Flood Weathers Hit Hidalgo Area Across County

Floodwaters swept across extensive lowlands, flooding about 50 000 acres and submerging fields and brush land. Affected areas between McAllen and Edinburg showed continued water flow across highways, marooning residents and converting Hidalgo streets into impassable channels as engineers assess crop and infrastructure damage.

Ghway McAllen Aidalgo Hidalgo

Roosevelt Holds Strong Lead in Western States Poll

The San Antonio Light and Hearst papers report Theodore Roosevelt maintains a firm lead across the western states west of the Mississippi in the presidential poll. Kansas remains a notable exception, aligning with the Hoover-Curtis ticket while Roosevelt leads in Wisconsin Nebraska South Dakota Missouri Minnesota Iowa North Dakota, though some gains appear as provisional. The piece traces historical parallels to past elections, noting 1912 and 1862 patterns and the enduring appeal of the Roosevelt campaign in the region.

Washington D. C United States Ollows Hoover Roosevelt Elec Alabama Arkansas Californis Colorado Indiana SFR Iowa Kentucky Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Missouri Nebraska Nevada Sreeredelie al Ae New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Saene Oklahoma Aeee Oregon Pennsstvania Seal Ww Rhode Tsiand South Caroling Sal Tees South Dakota Tennessee Texas Vermont Virginia West Virginia Wiscinsione Morgan Vatter and Beerge Dormsnaagent Washington,d. C Theodore Roosevelt Franklin D. Roosevelt San Antonio Kansas Corn Belt Middle-West Curtis Wisconsin South Dakota Woodrow Wilson LaFollatte Grover Cleveland

Lumber Yard Fire Destroys 9 Million Feet in Ontario Yard

In Lon Ontario on September 10 a fire swept Crane Lumber Company yards, destroying about 9,000,001 feet of lumber and causing damage estimated over 250 thousand dollars. The blaze was contained with efforts by local crews and authorities.

Lon Ontario

Bexar Salaries Reduced by Bill

A bill introduced in Austin by PL Anderson aims to cut Bexar county and district officers salaries from 4900 to 6000 annually. The House State Affairs committee reported favorably, projecting state savings of about 470000 yearly.

Bexar PL. Anderson House At Austin Bridey House State Affairs Committee Mandal Anderyon

Moonshine raid reported near Okanogan district

In Washington state on October 10 Deputy found Rod Curgle with 10 gallons of moonshine and two bladed bottles during an apparent raid. Dr O J Pollbrant moved bins to the Medical Arts Building in Fang city later that day.

Nherlffa O. J Pollbrant Bins Alfien Medical Arta Fang

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