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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1933
Page
7
Arthur Brisbane discusses naval costs, shifting gold value, and global finance as nations modernize defenses. He notes America’s $10 million New Mexico shakedown, plans for rebuilding antiquated ships, and fears about gold reserves and the dollar. He cites France, Germany, and British influence while referencing Sinclaire and a nudist colony anecdote.
An official communique today stated Bolivian forces faced heavy action from Paraguayan troops in the Gran Chaco border area. It reports 180 Balytia troops killed or wounded, 800 captured, and a quantity of arms taken.
RS Davis says evidence gathered at the court of inquiry into alleged poll tax exemptions will be sent to the grand jury in October. He claims 92 realty violations and 1100 exemption recipients were questioned, with testimony suggesting possible fraud but no definitive blame on Maverick or deputies.
Poorly legible forecast notes for San Antonio and East Texas show variable conditions. Expect periods of sun and clouds with a chance of showers in the Rio Grande Valley and cooler readings in the northwest. Winds mainly light to moderate from the southeast across the region.
A Washington report outlines NRA study on prison labor policies. Committees consider establishing uniform labor charges and a 40 hour work week. Proposals aim to align prison production costs with private sector standards while guarding public wages.
Washington reports that Theodore A. Walters Idaho Democrat and assistant secretary of the interior may resign to join Republicans. Walters says no plan to resign but rumors persist tied to TB Burlew, former Wilbur aide, and internal department influence.
A 13 hour period without new deaths in Greater St Louis today strengthened scientists’ belief that the sleeping sickness epidemic is on the wane. Since mid July the city and county have each reported 146 dentin cases, with a steady pattern suggesting decline.
Tokyo reports Ensign Kazuo Fukuda attempted death by own action aboard an aircraft carrier in protest against prosecutors demands for death penalties for several young officers accused of killing Premier Tnukat. Newspapers also note an aged farmer and a young girl reportedly took their own lives in protest. A Washington dispatch records official tax revenue payments totaling 135 million dollars under a quarterly tabulation overseen from the secretary’s desk.
Havana reports from Sept 16 describe Ambassador Sumner Welles meeting Cuban student directors supporting Grau San Martin. Welles reportedly backed the pro government program while denying American intervention, though Marines could be landed if Americans’ lives and property were threatened. Tensions rose near the Nacional hotel as dissidents mobilized and armed groups faced off.
In Tulia Texas on September 16 Ed Staylantins nicknamed Perchmouth was sentenced to death by a jury for the murder of Sheriff Moseley. Moseley was shot January 22 after stopping two travelers who were under investigation. Stanton claimed his companion Gina Timnsucker fired the fatal shot while he said he was unarmed.
Cloudy weekend forecast for San Antonio and surrounding Texas areas with showers elsewhere. President’s train to visit on Wednesday, September 20. train details and travel route from Chicago to Mexico City cited. Gold price up 8 cents as Treasury reports market movement and related financial note.
Washington DC report notes coal industry still awaiting final acceptance of the NRA code from operators and associations. Hugh Johnson says formation of paperwork hints at near approval, but endorsements remain unresolved amid industry objections and civic oversight.
Untontown reports a tense scene as mine operations and political figures in Washington discuss coal codes. Police remain vigilant in western Pennsylvania amid unfamiliar incursions, while efforts to stabilize the area continue despite injuries and ongoing investigations.
In Tampico Mexico on Sept 16 a day of heavy rain and flooding left many homeless as rivers rose and broke banks. The storm damaged a refinery hospital and numerous homes while several boats sank. rescuers reported survivors and ongoing power outages.
Detroit police detained a man identified as a member of the notorious Legs Liman gang of Detroit. Authorities branded him one of the most dangerous criminals alive and held him after an arrest on the coast near Los Angeles.
The hurricane swept from the tropics to Virginia coast causing heavy property damage. Winds reached 65 miles per hour with peak gusts expected, flooding in New Bern and other towns. Two drowned and a third missing as residents fled inland. Communications cut off. relief efforts underway across Norfolk area and the Pamlico River region.
A fragmented classified section lists addresses and names including Broadway area properties and owners to contact for information. It references Liberty Street Ashby Ridge way and Hackberry Street with several personal names and a call to obtain further details through the NY Times Barone and Pom firm.
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