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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1933
Page
17
Citizens gathered around the plaza as courthouse followers muttered angrily about a leadership split. Some said the state and county officials manipulated jury wages, provoking discontent among professional jurors amid the NRA era tensions.
Controverted insanity evidence led to the admission of in the San Antonio State hospital after hearings attended by six jurors. Reports describe patients claiming Julius Caesar or Blue Eagle delusions during the proceedings as witnesses and officials face questions about political and financial influence surrounding the case.
In San Antonio area the wilds beyond the city draw attention as coyotes skunks and stray dogs frequent nearby neighborhoods. Reports describe isolated tracts east of Houston known as the Big Thicket with primitive settlements and tales of escaped workers and strange denizens. Residents recall wartime recruiting rumors and myths about the region as local reporters note sightings and lingering questions about the area’s true nature.
Dr Rhodes travels to Washington D C for the Hanal conference on education policy. The state education department assistant supervisor at all Imley schools in Texas accompanies him, with Torve Aildlin Weinesday listed for Wrene jogian. Former San Antonio school superintendent Mhaden is noted in connection with the event.
An audit by Covntes Cunningham and company finds 20925.90 unaccounted in records of former County Clerk Jack Burke under indictments for misappropriation. The report urges a general county audit, questions the conduct of the county auditor, and notes salary discrepancies and possible violations of deposit law, affecting Huntress tenure.
The Texas railroad commission ordered Lone Star Gas to reduce city gate rates in West and North Texas from six cents to three cents per 1000 cubic feet. The commission estimates the action will save consumers about 1.4 million dollars annually on the Lone Star System based on average use. The decision tied the rate to valuation figures for rate base.
The text describes an American Laredo excursion organized by a party or group. A daylong trip to Laredo was planned with a celebratory event described as a Mexican holiday observance. The Missouri Pacific lines were mentioned as the carrier for the trip. The schedule included a Tuesday departure from San Antonio and a return the next day with early morning arrival. The event proved popular on a previous occasion, prompting two sections for this trip.
Isidore Baks, 82, founder of New York department stores, dies at home in Elberon New Jersey after a long illness. His passing follows a public service career and business leadership marked by notable regional influence.
United States district attorney Smith Jr will announce two local applicants for the Faso office in Washington. Speculation centers on Emily selecting two candidates, with Smith stressing recommendations over final decisions and the announcement to be made in the capital.
Miss Eien Sullivan, 17, of 315 Bonih Presa street, a former Brockenridsy high student, died after a late night car crash on South Presa street near Tot Wella Boulevard. Klein, 27, of 2707 Morales Street, survived with injuries, and Elvin Klein was treated and released. Funeral services are set for Thursday at the Hagy and Medolunt chapel with Rev. R. U icel officiating.
A midnight benefit at Majestic Theater Saturday at 1 45 am supports Rio Grande Valley storm victims. Promoter Oelfinger and Wallholl supervise sales with tickets sold at dealer A, with a Gunner hotel booth opening Thursday morning. The program includes stage acts and the feature motion picture Torch Singer starring Claudette Colbert. A parade and afternoon revival are planned.
Associate Justice W. O. Milway of the Fourth Court of Civil Appeals sustained Hidalgo County court in ruling upholding Texas moratorium on foreclosure. Malachi Murphy of Hidalgo county appealed after injunction to halt sale of real estate failed. Judge Murray rejected the moratorium as unconstitutional, warning it could let legislature and courts override the constitution and suggesting repeal as the proper remedy.
Knox reports 36 411 enrolled in eight grades with total 38 911 expected as census shows steady attendance. The figure reflects 1 542 drop from last week while many students have not returned from summer break or left for cotton fields. Elementary students total 21 444. junior and senior high enrollments numbered 6 682 and 4 651 respectively with 2 625 pupils not yet accounted for.
The Mercedes city government and Chamber of Commerce filed a formal application to the Public Works Administration for a loan to repair the sewage system damaged by a recent hurricane. The Booth Texas chamber manager Rey Lee Man and Mercedes officials previously sought loans for a public market project and a lawn sprinkling system.
Prohibition era notes reveal plans to replace seized alcohol with a taxed substitute to fund army needs. Authorities seek to stockpile 2000 gallons for winter radiators as negotiations proceed with commercial suppliers.
Two armed men robbed A F Sexton proprietor Brooklyn drugstore of about 250 dollars. One bandit confronted Sexton in the rear of the pharmacy while the other stood at the entrance. They ordered him to open the safe and take 280 dollars, then took 40 from the cash register before fleeing. It is unclear how they escaped.
Radio performers from Sandy Lanie’s flow broadcasting will appear in a benefit broadcast at the San Paro Playhouse at 8 p m Thursday under the Aleph Zack Aleph fraternity sponsorship. The one act play will be followed by a raffle to raise funds for the American Red Cross relief work in the lower Rio Grande valley storm area.
Corporal West received a service medal for bravery in France during World War I. He was wounded October 1918 and spent years in military hospitals, later earning the Purple Heart and other decorations from state and national guards in a joint ceremony.
Report from Texas camps shows limited openings for new enlistments in early second six month period. Trinity Camp East Texas notes 380 enrollees intend to re up. Clifton and Clemence Lamp camps expect modest re enlistment. At Camp Bullis, 150 of 167 moved veterans signal intent to re enlist. others seek employment with 14 day furloughs and travel time.
Promotion to first lieutenant in the field artillery reserve has been accepted by M A Carlisle of East Bark Avenue and George D Harrell of Groveland Place per the Eighbors area Headquarters announcement. Harold C Fowler of Trewill Avenue has accepted appointment as second lieutenant in the infantry reserve.
United States Commissioner Paul Lerkhart set a $750 bond for Car G Hobbs after a Wednesday morning hearing on charges of illegal whiskey possession. Hobbs allegedly had 198 gallons of whiskey and surrendered to federal authorities this week. In a separate item, San Antonio residents were urged to observe Constitution Day with a city proclamation by Mayor C K Quin requesting flags be flown. Constitution Day commemorates the 146th anniversary of the signing of the Constitution on September 17, 1787.
Woodlawn Lake project supporters at a city meeting urged including the Lake Weesday area in the public works program. Dr Thomas Darbandt chaired the session and said the restoration would boost health, beautify the city, and support reclamation efforts. Local officials and business leaders backed the plan, with an estimate around 1 3 8 million and a committee formed to fundraise and study the project.
Fragmentary notes show references to government, public figures, and social chatter. Names like Rogers and mentions of “America” and political topics hint at a local column or letter section debating governance and public life with scattered dialogue and personal asides.
City officials report refunds from the telephone company may be delayed as court battles continue over a rate increase. A federal order keeps interim rates in force while appeals proceed, with potential refunds tied to court rulings and possible Supreme Court review.
Widespread changes announced on Wednesday allow beer to be sent by mail and parcel post after September 13. Postmaster G. Dibaé reported mail carriers and pilots may transport beer via rail or air routes, with restrictions and new procedures to ensure safety and compliance. Local agencies note brewing firms and grocers expect adjustments as delivery services resume.
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