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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 20, 1931

Page

2

Episcopal Church Debate Expands on Divorce Policy

A church commission led by Bishop Herman Page recommends revising Canon on divorce to allow clergy to preside over remarriage and to reduce stigma. Minority views oppose broad changes, urging cautious stance while affirming civil liberty and pastoral discretion. The report notes societal changes, urges careful handling of marital guidance and youth training within the church.

Herman Page Michigan Merziene Mussepar Josephy BH Bevie Alwismits Gonge Aguinuts Jorenitr Hurband

Woman Is Made Director at Newcoin Orchard

Myre Charles A Wheetier announces a director appointment for a Newcoin orchard project. October 2 and 23 events are planned with attendees including Min Wheater and staff. A clearing house collaboration is pledged with the Mere Winchester group and others to support the effort.

Myre Charles A. Wheetier Evita Wheater Fae Neal Col Ietiel Mazes M. Crarmhnes Frattes Fuppert Crnical Clearing House Winchester Helen Mrs. Scamh

Lindy and Wife Visit Tokio Hospital

Colonel Charles A. Lindbergh and Mrs. Lindbergh visit Tokio Hospital touring wards with Mrs. Yammamoto, a mother presenting her child to Lindbergh. The Japanese mother wishes her child grows up to be an eagle like Lindy, praising his Pacific flight feats.

Charles A. Lindbergh Pacific Yammamoto

Abilene Weather Summary from Abilene Texas

Weather note for Abilene Texas dated February 22 reports high winds and precipitation warnings. Mention of Grand winds, Canditves of Lorrain and a 6:33 p m time reference appears in a garbled local forecast.

Precipitalien Fenjalana Nou Nesiro Celine weTehis Catielted Grand Winds CNR TOV Abilene Tee

Unclear historic land cultivation policy discussed in Cotvon bill

Fragmentary report details a proposed Cotvon bill affecting land cultivation and encroachment policies. Mentions land allotments, planting plans, and legislative debates with reference to officials and local actions.

Woman Fires 12 Shots as Thief Flees Residence

In a residence at 1435 West Wendaven Avenue, an unidentified woman fired twelve shots at a thief fleeing the scene. The assailant attempted to climb a window as he exited, while the resident and another occupant described fearing for their safety. Police are investigating the incident with limited details available.

Rata City Doriory Riekerani

Painter Fee Meeting Monday In San Antonio

San Antonio residents urged to attend an open meeting at City Hall Monday morning on proposed ordinance changes for licensing and regulating painters and decorators. City officials and witnesses described costs, compliance rules, and potential impacts on local trades, with officials noting the measure aims to balance public safety and fair licensing practices.

Penperty Awneze San Antonio Paul Arama San Antinis Dadeling Orditance Henie Rondinen Moutas Mapor Cot M. Chambers

Unclear Fragment Highlights A Flight Incident Near Nanking

Scrambled OCR text describes a monoplane downed on quiet waters near Nanking after a search in the Yangesa river. It references spectators, a raffle, and flight details amid unclear names and places.

Ching Merck Cal Charles 4 Tindbeegh Fukuoka Aspen Deavight bin Nanking Yangesa River

Two Dry Agents Injured in Still Blaze

Police and fire units responded to a still explosion tied to prohibition era activity. Agents H. J. Coline and A. A. Stunet were hospitalized after a high pressure tank blew, igniting whiskey and causing one agent to be swept from water.

Still Tra H. J. Coline A. A. Stunet Rae Hospital Port Sam Mwnuston Stuart Flo Stmare Keneily Batserdae Wollion Wan Bia

Jones Chosen to Head Peace Group

Jones selected to lead a locally organized peace association. The group meets November 1 to 14 with plans to attend church events, rehagia, and club activities during Armistica fay celebrations. Public invited to attend Friday evening meeting at 4 PM.

Jones Asseriasinn Churcher Rehagia Clube Ae Armistica

New Law Orders Husband to Pay Wife Support

A court under a new statute requires S. A. man to provide his wife with monthly alimony of 45 dollars. The action centers on legal duty to support a former marriage partner, with the trial referencing abandonment charges and related financial responsibilities.

S. A Fred Cowen

New Los Angeles park attendance sets summer records

City recreation department reports 14 832 attendees at San Autopia playgrounds this summer, plus 10 350 at night baseball games. Special events included a pageant Alive Dream of Wonderland and a children’s circus. Croquet drew 289. women’s gymnastics 21. total three-month park attendance reached 94 438 at Woolman Lake area and varied across Roosevelt, Lindbergh, Highland, Elmendorf and other parks.

San Autopia Elsvy Wilson Mise Wilson Miss Wilson Voor Aligg Latin Hamilton Elildeep Fort Worth San Antonio Algo

Jail release sparks confusion in Memphis report

A chaotic incident in Memphis notes a jailer releasing a prisoner by mistake, leading to questions about custody procedures and the unintended release of an inmate amid unclear details and timing.

Memphis Lean Wil Jie Minhell Negra Jelbere Whitin

Plague of Pests Endangers Farms Worldwide Warns Scientist

A noted researcher warns that millions of pests including rats insects birds and worms threaten crops across India Germany England and beyond. He cites vast numbers of pests daily damaging grain and nests, urging protective measures and humane controls to avert widespread loss.

Army Orders ainhivreel keesteey WAPHINGTUS

Army orders and movements are listed with names and places such as New York and Washington. The fragmentary text mentions various officials and locations including Fort Fork, Walter, and Benning, with scattered references to training and assignments.

Ainhivreel Keesteey Pearelave Rvering Board Tatertininstice Malora Tilerd Ba DBI Feagidia el Wan Praacia Je Heath G. Fe Waatingion Larpenal Fans i Revel Tanknon Ian Ty Stat Bane Tata Peleis Chloe New York Watae Werward Tretminere

Police praised for vigilant shore crossings duty

In a ceremony, SUA UOL police and superintendent Tan Cochran commended traffic officers for their careful patrols at water crossings. The praise highlighted courteous, professional conduct and steady dedication during the Southwest Lexus Teachers meet and community events, with thanks to Phi Wright and the tireless front-line team.

Leves Tebe Cath Pelarday Phi Wright Tan Tehonts Cochran Ssn Commiskimere Tle Lexus

Visitor Becomes Inmate at Minnesota Asylum

Raw OCR fragment details a visitor who becomes an inmate at a Minnesota asylum. The report notes the jail crowds leading to relocation to a hospital and eventual admission for a mental health evaluation or treatment. Names and places are garbled. action centers on admission and transfer within the facility system.

Prugy Minn Smawrine Latsien Tenied Erunts

APS CAPTURE 2 MORE TOWNS

The Takia foreign office announced efforts to deescalate the Sino Japanese crisis near Afukden as Moscow reports Russian units on the Silvro Manchurian frontier. Authorities expect possible further expansion of influence while limiting border clashes amid tense international watch.

Morcow Weru Althoush Leia Evan Seaterday Megcow Raxsin Aedinije

Atonement Day Services Detailed in Jewish Observance

The Day of Atonement services described include morning rites at Tenuta Both-El and evening prayers, with ancient Kol Nidre chant led by a choiring body. Bertram Biman and I L Marky perform titles, and a musical program by Alex Johnton and others follows the memorial and concluding services, ending with scroll readings.

Tenuta Both-El Lewaniogvki Binder Bertram Biman Mra I. L. Marky Goubod Alex Johnton Koy BU. Lowe Sarah

Freshmen to Be Taught Hi School Songs and Yells

At the first meeting 45 girls were elected to the organization for the school. Names include Vlotct Wil, Billy AMedicn, Lois Mae Reidner, Ueeter Will, Merenee lle Reece, Brelsa Fienn, Mildrel Ace he, Kina Pee, Lucille Brahinina, Elizabeth Killiarn, Mary Tawise Wor nan, Anna Tell Jacobs, Mary Daven not, Halle Mae Yelvington, and many others. The group will focus on school spirit and yells.

Margaret Tiollie Anna Hill Kathria Cole Vere Wofford Ihr

250 Are Killed in Auto Accidents

A garbled Barawst report lists 250 killed and 245 injured in automobile crashes recently, with references to Mo date and highway conditions. Authorities, named places, and exact figures are unclear due to OCR corruption, but the item records a high number of fatalities and injuries across multiple incidents.

Jeveerbon Glty Barawst Anil Omia

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