18 Sep 1931
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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1931
Page
1
Arthur Brisbane presents a feature column in Celeste weekly issue exploring synoptic views and urban culture. The piece offers a compact portrait of contemporary life and brief cultural commentary.
A garbled draft discusses U S recognition of Russia and shifts in Soviet strategy, noting railway control by the government, rail industry reactions, and Meissin’s views on economic ties. It cites Paul Slimip and Edwin Clark, with California conditions described as cheerful despite drought.
Huntington Sept 1 Mrs Tillian Collings remained composed after the attack and the slaying of Benjamin Collings aboard the Penguin yacht. Officer Forrest testified she wore a white mesh dress and canvas shoes with black rubber soles, and she appeared calm while recounting the events.
A judge set an $18 000 bond for Kane Tarnption in a high profile case involving the drowning death of Mrs Jenny Graham Kane. The hearing covered witnesses and medical examiner testimony as details emerged from the Vernon County court records.
A dramatic shootout near a railroad station left eight kidnappers dead and one wounded. A lone rescuer faced gunfire, with multiple assailants opening fire on him and others during the confrontation. Investigators identify the kidnapped man as a Louisiana station operator.
Weather forecast notes mixed conditions with a slight rise in temperatures and a cool night ahead. Winds shift to a moderate southerly direction as a high pressure system moves through the region.
A shaky forecast notes only a slight temperature fall for Friday night and Saturday. Temperatures dip to around 74 degrees and a high near 29 for a heatwave. winds turn brisk with possible showers in eastern Treas and western Danhouille areas.
County commissioners court approved a fee plan tied to 870 vouchers in a case involving Justice Stappenbeck. City Attorney Davis reported that key court participants observed a trial with no verdicts of guilt, following earlier charges and deliberations.
A crude price shift appears as an oil firm reduces its barrel offer to one dollar. The report notes limited demand and market uncertainty with prices previously around 46 to 70 cents for certain prints and items, reflecting broader energy sector volatility.
A Chicago victim recalls how a genial stranger returned to the restaurant, prompting the manager and staff to lock the door and rattle memories of a prior robbery. The teller says the bandit urged entry, grabbed cash, and fled, leaving the victim certain of the suspect’s identity.
Voxna Sept 18. Urgency for closer enforcement of Unset Tears law noted by officials. Brig. Gen. Jaend F. Walters pressed Cavernot Sterling to urge immediate action with the Vormm rail row commission to establish rules recognizing locks and seals.
Governor Rose proposes a measure to curb a planned property tax increase. The plan would cap the general revenue rate at small cents per dollar and set low rates for pensions and other categories, aiming to keep total tax burden under a limited amount for this year.
A sharp earthquake lasting bhart duration shook the region around Mount Fuji, about 60 miles southwest of Tokio, at 3 10 p.m. today. The tremor was detected near the city center and reported by local observers. No injuries or damages are yet confirmed.
Representatives of that area were discussing an interstate conference to shape forward regulation and avoid conflicts in the oil industry. The meeting aimed to align policies and foster cooperation across state lines among industry leaders and government officials.
In Austin the House of Representatives refused to consider adjournment resolutions for the second special session of the Forty second legislature. debate focused on delaying adjournment and a salary cut for state employees by 10 percent. Sanders urged sweeping salary reductions with October 1 as the effective date, but the measure failed on a point of order as time expired.
The Senate continued work on a cotton acreage limitation bill as the House turned to other matters after passing one measure. Senator Moore of Greenville urged an amendment to let any farmer plant in cotton next year up to a quarter of his acreage, arguing this would favor counties with less current cotton. The Senate planned to replace the measure with a substitute from Innis and Winn.
In Flo Paso Texas two robbers who had just rented a money exchange on a business street fled after leaving behind more than 100 pesos about $100 in American currency. Pursuers paused to scramble for the coins as the bandits escaped.
Manida, Sept. 15. Secretary of War Patrick J. Butler faced sharp questions from insular legislators after an interview with The War Tribune’s Thaguio correspondent. He stated the United States fought for conquest and claimed 3,000,000 educated Filipinos understood independence duties while 10,000,000 others did not.
In Mexico City on September 15 civil rebels will no longer face execution by firing squad. The newly effective penal code imposes imprisonment from one to six years and restricts political rights for five years. The reform marks a shift toward leniency in penalties for rebel actions under the new code.
Miss Blanche Davis of 545 South Saint Mary's Street reported items taken from her home Friday while she slept. The burglary included two dozen silver pieces valued at 200 dollars and other jewelry and clothing valued at 155 dollars.
The National Enngports vision reports a demand to dismiss all American employees of the Southern Pacific Railway of Mexico and declares it will strike unless the demand is met.
Toran Sanderson of Nept Mim W Hamer Ferguson, Alpine, was nearly killed when his car was struck at a grade crossing by a Fourth Een Pacific passenger train near Toronto, one mile west of Sanderson, causing a fatality.
New York reports bridge authority Ely Culbertagiy returns from Elisnsia with claims of court and syndicate obstruction over card deck repairs. He alleges a plan to auction 1.5 million decks but encounters resistance from officials amid a debate on royalties and deck lineage.
Officials confirm a special hospital tax levy to cover a $21 000 deficiency from a prior budget cut. Tax Collector Maury Maverick and Tax Assessor Albert Hath were questioned on tax rule changes. The meeting occurred behind closed doors in the county judge’s office with judges and commissioners present.
Inquiries about rental listings by Mary Toon agents across Crockett and nearby areas. Properties include several apartments and houses with varied terms and prices advertised in a local directory available at Tiggis-Wirely stores. Contact via Mary Toon's Crockett office for complete details.
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