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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1931
Page
1
The article reports foreign wage adjustments and Britain moving away from gold. critics warn of inflation risks while proponents glimpse broader prosperity gains. It notes U.S. figures, industrials, and dollar impacts, with varied opinions on currency strategy and economic policy.
Paris reports indicate France and the Soviet Union are actively negotiating a commercial treaty with a possible May signing. Officials suggest a formal accord may expand trade and economic ties between the two nations.
Mayor G M Chamberk and Park Commissioner Jaron Rubinla announced a shakeup affecting Bass, with Bass slated to be dismissed October 1 after 18 months as recreation superintendent. Local business leaders protested, warning they may sever ties with the city if Bass’s removal proceeds, while supporters argued for administrative changes and loyalty to the administration.
Fragmented notice advertises furnished rooms and apartments with weekly and monthly rates. Mentions locations such as Woodward and Wateren and includes stray names and garbled lines. Overall reads as a help wanted or accommodation listing with numerous unclear entries.
A manhunt unfolds as Capital Society searches for Charles Dawson believed to be the Prince of Belgium, also known as Charles, Prince of Belgium, second son of King Albert. The Belgian embassy admits Charles in Washington but won’t reveal his location while hostesses and guests observe careful scrutiny of a young Oxford-educated man amid social galas.
An independent inquiry into how much beer production would affect agriculture is announced in Washington. Hyde defends focus on farming impacts while denying White House or Hoover involvement. Secretary Hyde faces inquiries about political aspects of beer and possible connections to illicit information leaks.
No change in temperature or general weather conditions for San Antonio and surrounding areas Thursday night and Friday. Fair weather Thursday night followed by partly cloudy skies Friday with a high around 71 degrees. Also notes a postponed heavyweight bout fate between Shigekeg and Urine Carera due to late decision in Detroit.
Washington reports turmoil as railroads and major industries explore wage reductions. Analysts expect railway pay cuts following steel and rubber sectors, while rate increase petitions loom before the Interstate Commerce Commission. Officials debate government action as labor unrest looms and corporations face accusations of breaking faith.
W R Hearst denounces wage reductions by large corporations that issue stock beyond their dividend capacity and argues such inflation worsens low mood and social injustice. He cites Ponzi-like securities schemes, over capitalization, and profiteering, urging fair sharing of gains from labor-saving tech.
At the American Legion national convention in Detroit Texas Rep Wright Pamati urged a resolution to seek immediate repeal or modification of Prohibition, urging states to submit the issue to voters. The vote passed (incomplete text) with debate highlighting whether the topic fit Legion influence.
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