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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 22, 1931

Page

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Miracle From the Deep and Gold Standard Debate

Arthur Brisbane and Ming Features report a dramatic rescue of two German divers and their Portuguese companion after surviving over a hundred hours at sea. The article also notes the death of J. Emily, head of the Federation Banked Trust, in a aviation crash, and analyzes Britain’s shift away from the gold standard amid global finance tensions, with reactions from Morgan and market movements at New York.

Arthur Brisbane Chalby Ming Burn Miers Wily Tody Christian Johanssen Ternando Coste Viego Sorter J. Emily Federation Banked Trust Company-of-New York Major Walker Fares Goodwin Fall

Park Plunge Mystery Shrouds Fatal Fall

John H. Stacy, 20, a World War veteran and janitor at Hawthorne Junior School, died from skull injuries after a fall from a platform at Winnekbridge Park on Saturday night. Witness described a man behind him who pushed him, saying something about taking a drink, before the plunge. Stacy died during an emergency operation in Wortham Houston hospital, with the official cause listed as multiple injuries from the fall.

John H. Stacy East Josephing Treet Winnekbridge Park Bore Hospital Wortham Houston Stacy Lou Binoy Jayauche Ten Gordes Natwalle Ich Hawthorne Junior

Wilbur Cheerful After Tour West

Secretary Wilbur returned to Washington bridging a cheerful note on general conditions in the western allies. He said conditions overall were better than in the East, and the war effort had exerted hardship on the western sectors.

Washington, D.C Wilbur Weahinglanddlay

Tennessee Group to Visit Capital Pilgrimage for Study Success

More than 30 Tennessee mountaineers who recently completed night school reading and writing will travel to Washington September 26 as a reward for their academic progress. The trip marks their first visit to the nation’s capital.

Tennessee Vulverenl Aorelie Washington, D. C Studiva

Walker Ready to Face Inquisitors in New York

James J. Walker returned home to resume work and prepare for a personal appearance before Samuel Seabury's inquisitors after a trip abroad. The former New York mayor, who found no lice in Europe during his rest, faces questioning upon his return.

James J. Walker Europe New York Samuel Seabury

Rental ads listing weekly and monthly apartment rates

Classified rental notices enumerate apartments with weekly and monthly prices at numerous streets and neighborhoods. Entries include addresses such as 127 W Aahay 603 Main 315 Van Ness 42 Chicago and 626 Patteson with rates from 10 month to 22 dollar monthly, urging readers to call or visit for complete details and availability.

Nous W. Aahay Callaghen Blain van Ness Fancie Flores Patteson Inden Vidas

Militia to Enforce Cow Test Law

Tipton Sept 22 Militia urged to enforce compulsory tuberculosis test law as 2000 National Guard members arrive under special rules to quell a disturbance. Two sheriff's deputies and two veterans faced a mob of Undar county farmers resisting enforcement.

Tipton Lowe Wililia

Two Are Killed in Apartment Cavern Crash

In Vailadropila at 480 Walnut Street a two story twin apartment structure collapsed at 1 30 p m burying two men who died while trying to rescue another. Several occupants escaped injuries as rescue crews labored for hours to recover victims. The event occurred as residents slept.

Walnut

Weather Outlook For San Antonio And Texas Panhandle

The forecast calls for continued warm and partly cloudy conditions in San Antonio and wider Texas. Tuesday night into Wednesday bring near zero to low single digit temperatures with light showers along the coast and possible rain in the Panhandle.

San Antonio Ind

Woman Circus Vet Claimed by Death at Long Beach

Long Beach California veteran circus performer Mrs Hortense Codlona aged 62 died yesterday after a heart attack. She was among the first women to work on the firing trapeze and mother of the old circus aristocracy.

Long Beach Calif

Thief Prepares for Cold Winter Plot

A thief valued 2¢ and $60 from Mrs. W. E. Walker at 722 Yowo Street Monday night, reported to police. Linwen J. Dundraw Hus won divorce in Massachusetts Series 22-j. She charged cruelty and said her husband choked her. She explained she trumped his ace in a card game.

W. E, . Walker Yowo Street Worcrstam Mass Seri Linwen J. Dundraw Hus

Adjustment in Britain signals slow market shift

Across London and Paris, officials report signs of slow economic adjustment while gold standard suspensions loom. The Bank of England lifts discount rate to 8 percent as foreign exchange restrictions bite. In the United States, officials view Britain’s temporary suspension as likely to spur competition and shape global markets, with continued debate over a variable standard.

England Beltain France United States British Prem Fandou Stock Exchange Am Arraur New York Exchange Paris Amsterdam Nethér- Kdasbank Brussels London Bank of Bombing Bank of Brazil Washington, D. C Great

Plane Trip Provokes Mexico Fears Across Border

Reports from Texas dispatches describe efforts to block American aircraft from a Presidio area mission in Brewster County. Authorities fear border raids and Mexican reaction escalates tension as authorities voice concern over possible attacks.

Driverea Mexico City Texas Acm Presidio Brewster Mosley

Four Bulls Missing After Stampede in Los Angeles

Four Brahma bull calves fled from Union Stock Yards to Apache Packing Corral, stampeded through streets and frightened motorists. Two officers pursued in Camaron Street area, chasing bulls away from traffic. Apache Packing Company offers reward for the return of four missing bulls.

Apache Packing Company Tampico Street Union Corrala Tack Murdock Morehan Hurga Tong A. Storiair West Woodinn Elts Anache Packing Company

League Orders Peace In Manchuria Crisis

Geneva agents from China and Japan told the League of Nations to withdraw troops from disputed Manchuria. The council summoned both sides to a committee test to avoid compromising security and property. Japan pledged to adhere to league principles and Kellogg Pact, seeking an amicable settlement. The meeting adjourned with a promise to reconvene as soon as possible to act on committee recommendations.

Geneva China Japan League of Nations League Council Manchuria Nnliong Council Benkichi Yoshisawa Secon

Chinese Leader vows to lead army in Manchuria clash

Chinese Nationalist head Chiang Kai-shek declared at a mass meeting that the League of Nations and Kellogg pact signatories must uphold justice in the China Japan Manchuria dispute. He promised to stay with his country, lead the army, and fight to preserve the race and dignity of the people if necessary. Overnight reports note renewed fighting near Mukden and a Chinese Communist failure.

Nanking China Chiang Mni-Alek League of Nations Japan Manchuria

Weather Forecast for Week with Cooler Days Ahead

The forecast predicts variable temperatures with midweek cooling and a mainly moderate to breezy pattern. Expect scattered showers in parts of Texas and the West, with partly cloudy to overcast conditions in other regions and winds from the west.

Maniag seen with woman in San Antonio escape chase

Report says Maniag Edwards, hand in a Bradshaw murder case and fugitive from Rusk state hospital, was seen in San Antonio with a woman. Police guard assigned to protect Mary Young and Thelma Indshaw after the Bradshaw murder linked pair to the escape plot. Edwards fled after curbside sighting at Burns drug store and authorities traced a West Magnesia avenue car to a local woman.

Tromer Edwards Tohu Drndshayn Anugitiva State Hospital Rusk San Antonio A. D. McDonald Medina Tuwards Stuationitentiary Lfe Musk Genest Young Hilbyarde Pal Drarlshnyn Berar Bradshaw Young Edwards Falyards Burns Drug Store Josephine Beoch Haveards West Magnesia Avenue Mebountdé Edward McDonald Flash Audrey Hopking Cal Homer. Edwards ackMer L. A Rusk State Hospital

Two Arrested in Collings Death Names Withheld

ATINTINGTON New York Sept 2 Two suspects have been arrested in the death of Collings. Attorney Alexandre Das said the two arrests were made in Wilmington but provided no names or details. Mrs Collings described pirates who attacked the cabin and threw her husband overboard, with the description being sent to Wilmington.

Atintington WN. Y Tisteiet Alexandre Das Wilmington Blue

Hutton Loses Six Pounds Diet Blamed in Elopement

PORTRAND Ore January 22 The baritone singer David L Fratton weighed 235 pounds when he eloped with Aimee McTher son a noted woman member Today he weighs 229 pounds as Aimee says she compelled her newly wed husband to quit candy pie and other sweets from his diet

Hutton Portrand Ore Srl David L. Fratton Aimee McTherson Aimee Exals

Court Grants 1600 Monthly to Jackie Cooper Family

Los Angeles September court allows juvenile film star Jackie Cooper and his mother Mrs Mabel Leonard Cooper to use 1600 dollars monthly from Jackie's income for maintenance and support. His salary is presently 1300 dollars weekly. A separate paragraph notes a detective story of a man warning his son about tricycle riding without plates and an arrest over plate omissions.

Warverso Versico Los Angeles Sept. W Jackie Cooper Amd Mabel Lionard Cooper Jackie

Youth Hurt in Wreck Wants to Die at Home

A severely injured boy from near Hondo pleads to be taken home to die after a mobile wreck. He was transported from Rosa infirmary to his ranch home following a gravel accident a week earlier.

Bieter Stanley Sogea Rosa Bia Ranch Hondo

Vets in Mass Parade Mark Detroit March of 100000

Detroit crowds witness a vast parade of about 100000 veterans led by the American Legion in mid September. Officials estimate 700000 to 900000 watched the procession as it stretched from seven to nine bands to pass a siren point at dusk. Hoover support is urged for a moratorium on immediate cash payment of the bonus. The convention faces battles over full cash payments, Prohibition, and unemployment relief.

Detroit Mid American Legion Legion Hoover Boule Varia Hlooser Alea Hey Resvindons

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