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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 20, 1931

Page

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Japs Capture 2 More Manchuria Towns 155 Dead

Tokyo's war reports say Japanese forces advanced from Mukden toward Harbin, capturing two Manchurian towns. Chinese casualties around 125 were reported as heavy fighting raged near Changchun while Japanese losses remained uncertain. Communications to Mukden and Harbin were cut as both sides prepared further actions.

Manchuria Vulvereul Aercler Phiptng China Sun Way Tokio Tony Boya Japan Mukden Frifas Japanese War Office Te v Mukien Changeline Kirin Qrovines Konan Wan Cheng-Tze Nanking Iirin Peiling Teiling Japanewt Mukilen Harbin Chineae-Fnatera Tientain Meiping Wert Dairen Korea Manchutia Uoth Forera Onanese War Office Hai Tainge Tno Shands Peninsula Vahu Rive Els Dapangan Thaerclyes

Weather Forecast for Sunday in Panhandle Region

Unclear forecast shows Sunday with a low around 72 degrees and a 7 percent precipitation chance. Southerly winds bring warm conditions. expect showers in the afternoon and largely cloudy skies west of the Panhandle. Country weather page note mentions breaks in the west and a brisk pattern across the Panhandle.

Man Injured After 60 Foot Fall at Tea Garden

James T. Stacy, 39, of 214 Hast Josephing street, fell from a railing at the Japanese Tea Room in Brackenridge Park Saturday night. He suffered a broken right leg, possible skull fracture, and loss of sight in his right eye. Visiting witnesses said a woman asked for a drink before Stacy was pushed or fell into space. He was taken to Robert B. Green Hospital for treatment.

Brackenridge Park James T. Stacy Josephing Street Robert B. Green Hospital Stacy Eine Hoister Stacy Anid

Baroness Seeks Reno Divorce After Ohio Marriage

Baroness Rachel Warrington Tlosenkrantz fled a Reno divorce action against Baron Tyer Wolgaros enkrantz. The couple wed in Cincinnati, Ohio, on June 28, 1927, and the divorce charge is understood to be non support.

Reno Nev Regal Rachel Warrington Tlosen-krantz Tyer Wolgaros Enkrantz Glacinnati Ohio

Eleven Convicted in Liquor Conspiracy Case

In a federal court in Sept 1 a jury found 11 men guilty on conspiracy charges tied to liquor distribution involving Southern California and redistilled alcohol to various cities. Sentencing set for September 28.

Univer Beeree California Enetera Seutente

Graf Expected in Brazil Sunday Night

Graf is expected to reach Recife Brazil Sunday night or Monday morning after passing the Canary Islands on the second flight of her series this year. The report notes the weather and aviation conditions as Graf closes in on the Brazilian city on her long journey.

Graf Brazil Universan Recife Pernambucg Tast Canney Islands

Treasury reports income tax drop from last year

Washington Sept 10 income tax payments to date total 197 million 141 thousand 452 dollars a drop of over 62 million from last year. Treasure notes the decline as the year progresses.

Treasury Washington, D. C

Edison Goes for Daily Auto Ride Amid Health Worries

Thomas A. Edison took his daily automobile ride today as family members at West Orange gauge his health. The aging inventor tours the grounds with care, sparking renewed concern over his condition.

Edison Universal Bertie West Orangh N. Wt Thomas A. Edison Iis

Bankers Bail Kane In Wife Drowning Case

In Hampton Virginia Prof Flisha Kent Kane was released on 315000 bond after being charged with deliberately and with premeditation causing the drowning of his wife Jenny Graham Kane. Bankers Philadelphia furnished the bond.

Kane

Clarksburg Jail Rampage as Mob Storms Police Lockup

A mob of almost 4000 descended on the Harrison County jail in Clarksburg West Virginia chasing a suspect named Yerce Dowris. State police used tear gas as they attempted to deter the crowd while reinforcements were dispatched.

Clarkshurd W. Va Harrison County E. Dowris Frenaley Uegure J Clarksburg Tenin Midaisat

General Wolters Issues Oil Order

Brig. Gen. Jacob F. Wolters, state militia commissioner, issued general order No. 12 implementing a Texas railroad commission directive. It restricts oil production in the East Texas field from 225 barrels per well to 18 percent. Reports show 432,131 barrels produced in May in Texas, averaging 218.6 barrels per active well.

Rilgurh Gesas INS Jacob F. Wolters Perder Tom State Railroad Commission East Texas Wolters

Seek Kidnapers of Railroad Man

Funeral officers continued their hunt for two men who raided the Missouri Kansas and Texas railroad station at Sealy and abducted ALTP. Troudt, the baggage handler, releasing him several hours later near Toustan. A checkup today showed no injury. Postal officials announced no parcel pouches had been taken or damaged.

Tolbrus Cvexag Sept Uniil Polica Missouri, Kansas and Coxas Sealy Troudt Nike Bagangeman Toustan

Illinois Educator Feared Near Death

Dr. David Kinley, president emeritus of the University of Illinois, remained in critical condition after two major operations at Grant Hospital Columbus. The first operation occurred September 10, the second was performed yesterday as physicians reported.

Columbus, Univ David Kinley University of Iinois Physiciana Grant Boxpitnt Kinley

Stenographer in Fear of Gangsters Seeks Safety

In Chicago on September 19, Abs. Trandinson who typed the so called message from the grave for Mike de Pike Helter is hospitalized in a canitarium, suffering complete prostration. She fears for her life as gangsters threaten retaliation, though officials say she did nothing to incur their wrath.

Cuicago INS Abs Tra Nindson Mike de Pike Leng Chenga Gongdiand

Labor Dept Reports August Jobs Rise in Three Industries

The Labor Department shows August employment gains in three major sectors. Anthracite mining up 3.4 percent, bituminous coal mining rising 5 percent, and canning and preserving up 2.3 percent, reflecting overall increases in those fields.

Universal Service Washington, D. G Labor Department

Judge Adan son Adlon shot at courthouse square

Sherman Texas Sept 19 Inspector News Service says County Judge J WY Adan sor aged 84 was in serious condition after a gunshot wound to the abdomen while on the courthouse square. Wiley Green 35 surrendered after the shooting and said he did not intend to shoot the judge but blamed him for alleged home wrecking. No charges yet filed.

Sherman Texas INS J. WY Adansor Adlon Atéle Hoy Wiley Green Wy Anid Dudpo Adamson Aptiist Green

Kennedy, Hudson Remarry in Las Vegas Civil Ceremony

In Las Vegas on September 19 a civil ceremony joined Minnie Kennedy mother of Aimee Semple Blethersont Trutton and Guy Edward What-a-Man Thdson as witnesses from business and civic circles. In Portland messages of goodwill came from Ann Metherson Hutton and others reflecting on the remarriage and offering happiness.

Las Vegas INS Voulder Minnie “Ma” Kennedy Aimee Semple Blethersont- Trutton Guy Edward *What-a- Man Thdson Portland Ore Mns Mra Minnie Isham

Mary Lewis Weds Robert L Hague in Portland nuptials

Mary Lewis, described as the lion of the community, married Robert L Hague, vice president of the Standard Oil Company of New Jersey, in Portland. Hague, director of United States shipping lines, and the former shepherd of the Lumbs, left with his bride for a short moon on the Pacific coast. They will reside in New York.

Universayeevee NEW Soi Het Mary Lewis Vlion Robert Ly Hague Standard Ol Company New Jersey Portland Orlonds Dirsetar United States Ines Aid de Lumbs Pacific New York

Hutton Accuser Pushes Balm Suit for Early Trial

Los Angeles September 1 report says the accuser of David L. Hutton, bridegroom of evangelist Aimee Semple McPherson, reiterates determination to press for an early trial of her $200,000 claim for breach of promise. Myrtle St. Pierce of Pasadena is named among involved parties.

Hutton Los Angeles David TL Aimee Semple Mel'berson Myrtle Ist. Pierce Pasadena Nucee Sigmed Sevoral

Prince of Wales Kneels at Shrine in France

The Prince of Wales visited the shrine at Lone tea in France under pouring rain and knelt in the mud during the benediction, according to the Universe, a Catholic newspaper. He is now in Southern France.

Univerial Perry London Prince of Wales Lonetea France Universe Todny

Regular Zeppelin Transatlantic Trips Teed Up

Universal Service reports ocean trials by Eckener with BRULIN and Sol noting planned regular Zeppelin passenger and mail sailings. Awaiting economic clearance, Dr Igo Eckener comments on the Get Yeppelin broadcast, outlining the scheme and timing.

Eckener Universal Service Brulin Sol Zeppelin Igo Eckener

Youth Robbed at Woodlawn After Car Theft Attempt

A local youth was robbed of a car at Woodlawn on Saturday night after being approached by two suspects. They demanded money, fled when the youth resisted, leaving the vehicle and taking no cash. Police report a partial description of the assailants and no injuries were noted.

Woodlawn

Hoover Plans Bonus Fight Before Legion Convention

President Hoover unexpectedly will address the American Legion convention in Detroit on Monday, declaring plans to discuss the copper bonus and pension issues along with unemployment relief and disarmament. He will broadcast from the train en route, outlining economic concerns and urging veteran cooperation with government efforts to spur recovery.

Detroit Universal, Service Wasitington D.C Hoover American Legion Meniay Sarning Congress Solliern

Canadian Rail Systems Merge Heads Toward Consolidation

Ottawa Sept 18 Canadian railway news says Canada two major systems, Canadian National and Canadian Pacific, are moving toward merger or consolidation. Both networks face revenue declines near one million dollars weekly, with CN publicly owned and CP privately held.

Univeren Oplawa Ontavia Origis Canada Mllwass Gavern Sips Daelie Fe

Charge Filed on A Surgeon in Death of Girl

Dr H Fitzgerald of a water building faced murder charges over the death of 21 year old Miss Maggly Cook of Pleasanton After an alleged illegal operation at a tourist lodge September 7 the girl died at Robert Green hospital Following blood transfusions and hemorrhages witnesses placed Fitzgerald at the operation The case was brought by Raymond South district attorney investigator with statements from locals and witnesses indicating a possible cover up and later questioning of the physician in Pleasanton Unclear details remain about the exact charges and proceedings

Mao Saurder Raymond South Dlistrict Attorney's Sii Svitnesses South Etl «Ame Pleasanton Gel Sa Titzgerald Biel Girh Wufferel Robert DB. Green Hospital John Lott Abscost County Fitzgerald

Houston Will Get Slaying Suspect

Pueblo dispatch reports Barney McGavigal, wanted in Houston for the Cherizy murder, has signed extradition papers and will volunteer for the Terna city. He was arrested by his brother in law here and denied knowledge of the case.

Houston Pueblo Barney “McGavigal John Cherris Terna NecGavigal Cherziy

Casaurane Named U S Ambassador to Washington

MENICO CITY reports Dr. Jose Manuel Puig Casaurane, formerly minister of education, has been named to succeed Senor Don Manuel C.G. Tellez as Meniena ambassador to Washington. The decision was renewed by Universal Service forums last week.

Menico City Jose Manuel Puig Casaurane Wolil Don Manuel CG. Tellez Meniena Washington Universal Service Foums

Professor Kane Freed on 15000 Dollar Bond

HAMPTON Supl 1W professor John Kent Kane was released from jail at noon after a $15000 cash bail was paid for him by his cousin attorney B Kent Kane Jr who refused to identify the source of the funds.

Hampton Supl Thohn Kent Kane B. Kent Kane Jr

Woman Kills Man Leaning Over Bed in New London

In New London Connecticut on September 10 a woman attacked a man leaning over a bed with a weapon, killing him instantly. The victim is identified as Franklin Yewia Stig, a 27 year old Coast Guardsman aboard the destroyer Tucker, newly arrived from Detroit via Maton. The suspect, Mia Der tha Fisher, 25, is described as the assailant and is under police custody.

Ondon Conn Mia Dertha Fisher Iceneifiel Franklin Yewia Stig Caast Tucker Siteigy Nadeay Mich Maton

Compromise Reached on Cotton Acreage Reduction Plan

Austin dispatch reports a conference committee agreement to cut cotton acreage to 30 percent in 1932 and 80 percent in 1933 of the prior year’s cultivated area, with a broader aim to curb production. The measure, after long debate, seeks passage by both houses before Monday, while salaries reform looms as another major item.

Austin Tex House Senate Comittes Cottom Tesas Cotet Ross Sterling Valery Billy Mandey Erate Uler Colton Colon Oom Coutiou

Also Mentioned on This Page

Arthur Brisbane King Montauk Point N. Yi State of New York Lbr Point Tiebert Afosys State Pack Commission Long Islmes Carl Fisher jMliami Beard Anil Htowna Gweilfen Evershady Walthall Atlanta Ganmi North Anster Avenue Mawin Binrkham Wilticn Hilson Jesup Amelia Rail Base Mog General Wolters Illinois MA Kennedy, Hudsonnarry Robert L. Hague Wales Legion National Defense and Veterans’ Telit Moorer Chey Canadian Rail Systems Dr. H. Fitzgerald Casaurane U.S Prof. Kane
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