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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1931
Page
1
A fragmented Boston scene covers Governor Bly’s optimism on improving conditions, Curley and Multiman in municipal affairs, Cape Cod drainage chatter, police antics and a vivid tour of city scenes. Mentions Coolidge, local golf games, and a sense of civic bustle amid daily street details.
fragmentary forecast notes indicate unsettled conditions with a chance of wet weather and moderate winds. predictions mention temperatures around 30 to 40 degrees and variable wind, with uncertainty about rainfall timing and intensity across Thursday night into Friday.
Austin Sept 17. The house of representatives debated cotton acreage limits, voting against a 25 percent reduction and deferring action on a 60 percent reduction plan. The senate pushed for 32 to 14 percent limits, while enforcement would rely on livestock and agricultural agents. The Long plan to curb cotton planting faced strong resistance in both chambers.
Weather bulletin predicts continued heat in the 8th Territory with temperatures not dropping below TH degrees Thursday night. Friday is expected to reach about 95 degrees with fair conditions and variable southeast winds. Showers are possible in the eastern end of Envét and the far west portion of West Tree.
Paris reports the air minister's ceremony for the posthumous Legion of Honor award to Capt. Tene Mesmin, who died when his Paris to Tobin flight crashed near Tifa, Mussin, Terhux. Joseph Inbrix was the other casualty. the decoration had been prepared.
In a belated evacuation from ilvergordon Scotland, Atlantic Fleet personnel faced unprecedented disinfection and discipline. Enlisted men resisted, officers used intensive persuasion, and promises of homeward pay and families’ relief were circulated as ships finally weighed anchor for home ports.
In the House of Commons today, Bic Austen Chamberlain stated that defying naval orders will be dealt with under navy discipline. He noted pay cuts had sparked unrest among sailors and said instructions were issued when he took over the admiralty. A War Office spokesman said the army has accepted pay cuts and a committee will examine hardships from reductions.
Washington reports a $1,000,004 deficit in August trade figures, marking the first unfavorable balance since 1928. The release shows a drop driven by imports outpacing exports, signaling renewed economic pressure on domestic markets.
A full enrolled student brought a two year old steer five bushels of potatoes and thirty bushels of apples to Morris-Varvey College. The steer was butchered and the produce stored in campus bins for cafeteria use. President Lenard Wiggleman said the university would accept such food due to economic constraints.
Assistant District Attorney Fred J. Munder of Suffolk county announced autopsy results on yachtsman Gollings. He died from a blow to the head, not the stab wounds, and the report notes eight skull fractures with parts sent for analysis. Public services planned in Brooklyn. witness Clarence Tairchild to testify at inquest. Local authorities emphasize information remains restricted during the investigation.
An investigation opened into a Pennsylvania railroad truck collision that killed five workmen and injured ten, with two of the injured reported near tenth. The accident occurred on the Erie line near Merchant Evill in Sepe. Authorities described the scene as a fatal industrial incident with multiple casualties.
A five day old newborn was identified as Unelwa and a one and a half year old boy wandered a lane near the Hondo highway Saturday. The mother, Stra Robert Stadget of San Antonio, claimed the boys as her children. The case clarifies the mystery surrounding the infant found near Hondo.
Denver despatch reports the Kraft kinship group hosting a triennial United Thank Offering in the Episcopal Church. Church leaders estimate contributions could exceed 1 000 000 dollars as women plan a statewide or nationwide drive to fund missions and outreach.
The South Carolina Senate endorsed a bill ending the prohibition on education growth in 1942 and sent it to the House. The roll call favored the measure with a decisive vote, signaling legislative action on the holiday topic.
Russian ship Buriat retrieved trans Pacific fliers Don Moylenol Alten and crew after their plane failed over the Pacific. They landed on Navarin island off Siberia’s coast, were unharmed, and later were taken ashore by the Buriat. A rescue message described their plans to refuel and resume flight toward Tokio or San Francisco.
Tokio reports relief after discovery news of the Greenson expedition and Moyle and GA Alloa. Clyde Panghorn and Augh Herndon Jr, on a Japanese government mission, pursued the same flight route after Cape Jim, Tanna, then headed north toward Nome, forced down by trouble. Russian ship rescued Boyle and Allen, who survived on eggs prior to rescue.
In New York on September 17 a mix of seaplanes and aircraft search for two German and one Portuguese aviators who set out from London to New York. The missing crew members are Willy Tidy, 24, owner of Mane. Christian Johansen, pilot. and Fernande de Casta Viega, passenger aboard Riese SparkAMa.
Prescott article notes Arvin Sept. Try Cas Shharfenberz of San Antonio elected national commander at the annual convention. Other officers include J. P. Saunders of Nope Calif senior vice commander and Col. F. L. St Claire of San Antonio junior vice commander. Frank Rebber of Chicago is named national commander.
Washington. J0-G. James J. Kieser, acting chairman of the Red Cross, announced a plan to enlist pupils in 20,000 schools to collect and distribute canned food for the unemployed. Programs aim to supply aid through naval chapters and local relief agencies, with distributions to other sections.
The American Bar Association announced the referendum results showing 13,719 members in favor of repeal and 6,240 opposed, with 75 percent of the association’s membership represented. A prior vote favored holding a referendum. President Charles A. Beaton recalled George Washington’s suggestion to create flexible distilleries to supply spirits for Revolutionary armies.
The Brockenheim committee studying Finland’s prohibition law plans to report in two weeks. It is expected to recommend legalizing beer up to to two percent alcohol and wine up to twelve percent, with restrictions.
A mob of unemployed fought civil guards in Maton, Spain, killing one man and wounding several others as guards dispersed a parade during demonstrations. insults to the government were shouted as the clash erupted.
Tokyo reports the Japanese war office demanded Chinese authorities discipline the officers who executed Captain Nakamura, accused of espionage, and shot at Mukden amid wartime tensions.
In Fukuoka Japan on September 17 Colonel and Mrs Charles A Lindbergh were welcomed after a 200 mile flight from Osaka. They will continue their aerial vacation tour of the Orient by proceeding to China, continuing their travel plans as reported from the region.
Graf Zapper set for a third voyage to South America with Captain Ernst Lehman to command if weather cooperates. Details are uncertain due to garbled text, but the event centers on Lehman leading the ship on another long voyage abroad.
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