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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 11, 1933

Page

16

Army Flying Accounts From Aerial Collision Report

An era of army discipline is recounted after last Friday’s aerial collision near Melly Field. Cadet W D Mitchell parachuted from a badly damaged plane, while First Lieutenant J B Griffith urged Harris to jump to avoid a fatal landing. Harris saluted before exiting the cockpit and landing safely in open country.

Hunter Harms San Antonio Harris J. 8. Griffith Ecar Mier Attem Jed Harris

Ferry Service Restored Between Aransas Pass and Port Aransas

Ferry service resumed between Aransas Pass and Port Aransas after repairs to the damaged causeway from the previous week. The Harbor Island to Port Aransas crossing will run several daily trips on a new schedule and will accommodate automobiles.

Aransas Pass Port Aransas Harbor Island Aryern Automobiles Tnx

Optometrists to Hear Speakers Today in San Antonio

Principal speakers from the Texas Optometric Association will address attendees in Yoakum and San Antonio. Edwin Mbrecht and W. Ts Antes are listed among the organizers with Dr Cynan Tz ts Trogam and Antoniio in charge of the program.

Edwin Mbrecht Yoakum W. Ts. Antes San Antonio Cynan Ann ‘AntOnio Will

Prison mutiny ends in bloodshed near Angola

In Angola Louisiana a prison yard mutiny erupts into a deadly ride as eleven convicts clash with a posse and bloodhounds. Three inmates are killed and nine wounded while guards are shot and a camp captain seriously wounded. Escapees flee toward cane brakes toward the Mississippi river. A large posse surrounds dense brush as authorities pursue the fugitives.

Angola Hilde Seex Drisooers John A. Singleton Bullele Rok Fleetne Seaders Posse R Poszemen Vigijen

Warned Tax Dangers Move to New York Revenue Hearing

The opening hearing of the New York board of estimate on new revenues heard Samuel Untermyer, the city's financial advisor, cautioned that excessive taxation would drive the security business out of state. Richard Whitney, president of the New York Stock Exchange, warned that losses to the city could exceed the proposed stock transfer tax yield. Whitney opened the session with his remarks.

New York Board of Estimate Samuel Untermyer Richard Whitney New York Stock Exchange Whitney

Buy American Day Meet At Gunter Hotel Honors Ladd

Real estate dealers and owners in the territory were invited to a gathering at the Gunter hotel at 12:18 a. m. Tuesday to celebrate Ladd's day. Texas Association of Real Estate boards President F. C. Ladd will give the principal address, with H. C. Thurman in charge. A fugitive from Huntsville prison, Rudolph Ning, was captured on a San Antonio street after recognition from a prison photo.

Bee’ WO Sen Ser Abtotlo Real Estate Board Ladd Gunter Hotel Ghadle F. C. Ladd Texas Asociation of Real Estate Boards H. C. Thurman Huntsville Rudolph Ning Uvalde San Antonio J. ©. Musgrave Nino Musgrave

American $300 Bond Granted in Dry Case

Carl Ut Hobbs, sought since October 1832 on a whiskey possession charge, was placed under temporary bond after a preliminary hearing before United States Commissioner Paul Lockhart. A hearing is set for Tuesday in September, as the case moves toward trial. Ed Perchmouth Stanton faces a murder trial for Sheriff John Mozeley’s Swisher county death, with jury selection beginning today.

Carl Ut. Hobbs Prohibition United States Paul Lockhart Bay Tulsa Texas Perchmouth") Stanton John ©. Mozeley Swisher County

Pup Sounds Fire Alarm Saving Neighbor’s Garage

Rusty the puppy alerted a house fire at 326 East Cincinnati, preventing damage to the Terry residence. Mr and Mrs Terry and their two sons Reed and Martin watched as they fought the blaze with a garden hose until fire crews arrived.

Rusty T.r Terry East Cincinnati Ave Cincinnati Terry Reed Martin

Burglaries Hit Cathedral and Local Businesses in San Antonio

Thieves prowled through San Fernando cathedral and nearby homes stealing an electric clock from the Rev. J. M. Preciada and cash from shops. They damaged show windows on East Houston and Losoya, took $100 of merchandise from a clothing store, and loot totaled hundreds across several residences. Gus Peter plans a return to beer sales at 433 East Commerce, reopening as Peter Brothers lunch room with 3.2 beer.

J. M. Preciada San Fernando Cathedral C. R Litt Tery Santa Anna Street T. J. Walthall West Lynwood Avenue A. C. Barker Burnett Street Bor Bay Americ Gus Peter San Antonio East Commerce Street Peter Brewery Peter Brothers Peter

Chickens Stolen From Milam Produce and Boy Loses Finger

Thieves broke into Milam Produce at 915 Buena Vista Street and stole 200 fried chickens over the weekend, police report. Charles Ramloch of 1200 Hays Street also reports a separate $100 loss. Albert Things, age 12, of 918 West Salinas Street, sliced bread and lost a finger, receiving treatment at Robert BR. Green Hospital.

Milam Produce Company Buena Vista Street Charles Ramloch Hays Street Albert Things West Salinas Street Nhf Robert BR. Green Hospital

Hearing on Potash Firm Sale Suit Delayed to December 1

Delayed federal hearing on an injunction petition by the Pacific Coast Borax Company seeks to restrain geologist W H McNutt from collecting a $208060.55 judgment tied to the United States Potash Company. McNutt, a stockholder, had sued for $400000 for services rendered and was awarded $23866.66 by a New Mexico court. Former Senator Jim Reed represents McNutt.

Pacific Coast Borax Company New Mexico Bott McNutt Unitedtates Potash Company United States Potash Company Jim Reed Mcnuth Fivy

Ban on Mail in Jehol Is Lifted

The Jehol region in China, a war zone, sees mail restrictions eased after a postmaster general directive. Parcel post will be accepted at Japanese offices, with an air mail count starting Monday for six days to include the United States, Porto Rico, Virgin Islands and the Canal Zone. Parcel weight limits to Tutin Guinea rise from 22 to 44 pounds.

Jehol Secion Chine Ttse F. G. Lucas Lucas United States Porto Rico Virgin Islands Canal Zone Brownsvile Minami Fla Wasslee Ray

Four Generations Gather for Reunion in Quintana Street

A family reunion brings together four generations led by great grandmother Mrs. Julia A. Walker of Smithville, with grandparents Mr. and Mrs. J. N. Bastey, daughter Mrs. Daisy Lee Reines, and children Georgia Mae Raines and Hatsy Gene Raines. Most reside on 908 Quintana, except the great grandmother. In another note, Mrs. Jessie Halley of 412 East Andrews was treated at Robert B. Green hospital for an elbow insect bite.

Julia A. Walker Smithville J. N. Bastey Daisy Lee Reines Georgia Mae Raines Hatsy Gene Raines Bay Amadena Jessie Halley East Andrews Street Robert B. Green Hospital

Sheriff Hausser Plans Raids on Unlicensed Beer Dealers

Sheriff Albert Hausser announces planned raids on unlicensed beer sellers in San Antonio after September 16 when beer sales become legal. A list of 200 locations was compiled to distinguish licensees from illegal dealers. Those applying for permits by September 15 avoid action. selling beer without a license remains a misdemeanor with fines and jail, while raids aim to protect legal dealers and county revenue. ADS notes possible referrals to federal authorities for whiskey cases. By Saturday close, 367 applications for beer permits had been filed with County Judge Yrost Woodhull.

Sherif Albert Hausser San Antonio Hausser Yrost Woodhull

Gasoline Prices Rise Across Major Brands

Gasoline prices jumped Monday across Gulf Magnolia Shell Texaco and Sinclair stations with most grades up by one cent and a total hike of 2 1 3 cents in recent months. Humble sold its three grades at 16 1 2 19 and 21 cents while other brands posted a 1 cent advance to offset a new federal tax. The NBA program influence was noted as the honest reason for the increase.

San Antonio Gulf Magnolia Shell Texaco Sinclair NBA Bey

Barbers urged to maintain NRA wage scale in ward fight

Barbers push to keep prices at 35 cents for a half cut and 20 cents for a shave as NRA chair N Hying urges they stick to the wage scale. King proposed firing barbers who resist the rate, calling for fair adherence and business survival amid price doubts. Reports also say cafe owners with federal licenses may suspend 3.2 beer sales until funds cover city county state licenses.

N. Hy Ing NRA King Barbners Arte Amer Ican San Antonio Internal Revenue Boy Amevieux

Tires and Auto Accessories Stolen From Local Firm

A number of tires and accessories were stolen from Charles C. Wight Auto Tires Company at 202 San Pedro over the weekend. Police were notified Monday as part of the report of the break in.

Charles C. Wight Ate Tires Company San Pedro Pallee Amati

Five Victims Treated After Mounting Stabbings

Five victims were treated at Robert B. Green hospital in Mont Any for stabbings and beatings. Andrew Stiles, 29, of 1220 Baunbergs avenue, was seriously stabbed. Leroy Welen, 120 Saunders, was less seriously cut in an affray with a third man. Oriscol, 37, of 360 South Alamo street, reported head beating with a hat. Gonzades, 1010 South Laredo street, was severely cut. Robert Martindale, 420 Liva Oak atront, was stabbed in the chest with a fallen knife.

Robert B. Green Montany Andrew Stiles Baunbergs Avenue Leroy Welen Saunders Oriscol South Alamo Street EB. Gonzades South Laredo Robert Martindale Liva Oak Atront

Five Injured by Weekend Auto Accidents

Sam Partillo, 3, of 1135 Pasc atinet and Estelle Berliner, 222 Camarep Street, suffered serious injuries after autos struck them during errands and a collision near Alamo Street. George Weldon, 38 Essex Street, sustained a possible skull fracture in a crash on his front lawn. Heiley Williams, 14, and Georgia Evelyn Trawalter, 13, of Von Ormy were bruised when their car hit a bridge support on the Laredo road near San Antonio.

Sam Partillo Pascatinet Robert 5. Green Hospital Estelle Berliner Camarep «Street Heiley Willliams Evelyn Trawalter von Ormy Laredo Road San Antonio Kents Aly Aner

Mexico Presses Bid for Slain Deputy Fugitive Return

Sheriff Albert Hausser said negotiations with Mexico City authorities began Monday to secure the return of Eugenio Blanquini, alleged slayer of Deputy Dad Holloway, who has been located in Mexico and was declared a United States citizen by Mexican courts. Corrigan, ex assistant district attorney, has a full record and contends Blanquini must be returned for trial. Blanquini was driving a bus between Pueblo and Mexico City when last sighted after escaping custody following the 1924 slaying.

Albert Hausser Mexico City Eugenio Biancuini Dad Holloway Bianquini Mexico Bianguini United States Corrigan Blanquini San Antonio Eagle Pass Basser Blapgnini Poebla Biv

Bay American Auto Maintenance Body Meets In San Antonio

The Bay American Auto Maintenance Body will meet at 9 p m Tuesday in the Plaza hotel to hear Frank Gllespie named NRA representative of the San Antonio Automotive Maintenance association. J W Pragioy, president, will chair. The group, mainly Josal Independent garagemen, was among first to sign the NRA code.

Bay American— Auto Maintenance Body San Antonio Plaza Hotel Frank Gllespie NRA San Antonio Automotive Maintenance Association J. W. Pragioy Josal Independent Randolph Field Ernest Haln Finh A. Fay Medical Suraial Hospital Camden Streck Darmage Waibla

Merger Hearing Proposed for Southern Pacific Consolidation

The Southern Pacific group seeks ICC approval to consolidate Texas and Louisiana railroad pits into one corporation under a single name. A hearing is set for September 18 at the Plaza Hotel with Examiner Thomas F. Sullivan presiding. Opponents from Gulf or West Texas districts demand inclusion of the complete G and W T line, currently unfinished.

Southern Pacific Texas Louisiana Interstate Commerce Commission Thomas F. Sullivan Houston Plaza Gulf Or West Texas G. de W.T Southern Pacfle

Postmasters Relieved From NRA Question Duties

Postmasters nationwide were told by Joseph G. O Mahoney first assistant postmaster general to stop answering questions about the NRA movement. They were instructed to refer all inquiries to NRA headquarters and not telegraph national offices for updates. The NRA had objected to edited telegrams sent by postmasters.

NRA Joseph G. O'Mahoney O'Mahoney Fagie Ines Mae Ig

Girl Kicked Out of Private Boxcar Near San Antonio

Rebecca Starz, 20, of Alto Louisiana, was kicked from a box car near San Antonio after asking a man to leave. She sustained several broken ribs and was hospitalized at Robert B. Green hospital. Police investigated the incident as a reported attack on the rail line.

Knights of the Road Rebecca Starz Alto San Antonio Robert B. Green Hospital Buy Sept Bay Amer

Postmasters Get Meeting Leaves Postmasters Get Meeting Leaves

All postmasters of the United States have been granted leaves of absence with full pay if they attend the national convention of the National League of District Postmasters. The meeting will be held at Gentile Washington September 24 to 22. Postmaster P. G. Lucas has not yet decided on attendance. Christmas Seal.

United States National League of District Gentile Wash P. G. Lucas

County Tuberculosis Association Hears 1033 Christmas Sale Plans

The Hexar County Tuberculosis association board met at the municipal auditorium Monday afternoon to discuss plans for the 1033 Christmas sale. General B. Bwek served as president and George Craze as executive secretary, guiding the marting.

Hexar County Tuberculosis Association Municipal Auditorium B. B. Bwek George Craze MA Chary Tha Marting

Relief fraud charges to be filed in county court

Relief administrator Tex Alsbury announced Monday that charges alleging fraud in relief distribution will be filed in county court this Wednesday or Thursday. Investigations continue as state head Lawrence Westbrook ordered a halt to most relief work until October 1, with direct aid continuing for all destitute persons. Local officials voiced appreciation from Harlingen and San Benito chambers of commerce for aid in the Rio Grande valley storm aftermath.

Personia Tex Alsbury Bexar County Ty Ed Kaighs Alsbury Lawrence Westbrook State Relief Commission State Commission Absbury Chambers of Commerce Harlingen San Benito Rio Grande Valley Welfare Department

Americana Butter Is Stolen From Parked Car

In Sept May Americana Butter Is Stolen From Parked Car. W M Stanley, of Metzger, reports 16 pounds of butter stolen from his delivery truck across from detective headquarters. He left the vehicle unattended and returned to find the loss. No suspects named.

W. M. Stanley Metzger Cream Tires Detective Headquarters

Cubs pick new President RS Dattiestip Mills- StDpT steamernio port

Santa Monica dated note reflects confusion over a fictional political transition and global tension. The writer derides grandiose declarations by small nations and mocks inflated news with weary humor about world affairs and leadership. The piece captures a dated, satirical tone from a reader named Will Rogess.

Santa Monica Cali Cubs United States of America George New York Harbor Americon Dublin

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