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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 28, 1932

Page

4

Architect Expected to Get Job on New San Antonio Post Office

Local architects expect Ralph Cameron, a San Antonio architect, to supervise construction of the new 1.4 million dollar federal post office. Washington verification indicated an appointment may be announced in two to three days. Plans call for main entrance on Houston street side with most offices and money order windows nearby. post office to occupy the entire lower floor.

Ralph Cameron San Antonio Cameron Washington Raymond Phelps American Institute of Architects Phelps Treasury Federal Pratmaster P. G. Lucss Houston Street Houston North Alamo Avenue F T.c Avenue E Taras

Kelly Field Observation Flight Heads to San Angelo

Eighteen students and four instructors from the Advanced Flying observation section left Kelly Field on Wednesday morning for San Angelo as the first leg of extended cross country training. Capt. Howard KE. Ramey directed the flight, which proceeded individually. A bombardment class flight was postponed to Thursday. The group will proceed to Port Gill from San Angelo, visit El Paso, then return to their home station.

Kelly Ft. Sill Kelly Field San Angelo Howard KE. Ramey Gill Son Angelo el Paso

Oil Ouster Suit to Open October 18

Preliminary testimony in the antitrust ouster suit MWed by Attorney General James V. Allied against 15 oil companies and two petroleum associations has been set to start October 13 before Special Commissioner George Berley. The testimony will be introduced at the trial of the suit proper.

Aubitn Tung James V George Bberley

Straw Ballot Reveals Hoover Roosevelt Split by State

Revised tabulations show Hoover and Roosevelt votes by state with splits between men and women. The San Antonio Light compiles returns across morning evening and Sunday papers to map potential electoral influence and candidate support nationwide.

Universal Bervice Washington, D. C San Antonio United States Hoover Roosevelt

Man found near death after razor attack at Cotter home

Joseph Cotter, a contractor living at 111 Peck Avenue, was found severely injured in his bathroom with 12 cuts to his throat. Neighbors and Mrs M M McConnel raised alarm leading to medical and police response. Detectives A L Hartimen and J G Lankford probe robbery or assault theories as Cotter fights for life.

Joseph Cotter Peck Avenue Cotter Brothers M. M. McConnel John E. Sparks Cotter Santa Rosa Infirmary Woody Tazar A. L. Hartimen J. G. Lankford Physisiang

Open Forum Letter Calling for Stricter Financial Laws

A reader urges publication to require signatures for Open Forum letters. The writer argues the state senator should pass laws making money lending at high rates a felony with heavy fines. The goal is to protect future generations from burdensome interest rates and rising debt.

Exilor

Dickson's Action Called Politics in Boxer County

The Light notes Mr Dickson attacking law enforcement and urges him to testify before a grand jury rather than use an executive committee. It questions political motives tied to calls for telephon e rate reductions and defends officials elected by the people in Bexar county.

the Light Dickson Boxer County Chambers Bexar County Kw.c

Law Against Childbirth Asked for The Light

Milton J. Downing argues that birth should be restricted until society can properly care for all people. He contends existing conditions breed crime and vice and calls for a law against childbirth unless the world is prepared for decent living.

Whith Milton J. Downing

Unity Calls in Baptist Vote Contention Editor Declares

The piece cites H Beauchamp urging Baptists to back Bullington while Roosevelt supporters counter that Democrats and Baptists share democracy. It questions the Baptist stance amid rural poverty, urging voters to consider morality and national issues in the Roosevelt era.

Steht H. Beauchamp Southern Baptist Contention The Light Bullington Sterling Democratin Party Roosevelt Texas Beauchain

Hoover Gains In Wooflaare Stram Poll

Washington reports from The San Antonio Light, in cooperation with Hearst papers nationwide, show President Hoover narrowing Roosevelt's Delaware lead as polls from 1174 ballots place Roosevelt ahead overall. Roosevelt strengthens wins in Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, Kentucky, Tennessee and North Carolina, while Tennessee hints at a possible Republican gubernatorial gain amid Democratic factionalism.

Hoover Oye Florida Sam Indiana Kentucky Maine Nevada Ams New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New Yorke North Carolins North Dakota Oklahoma Oregonee Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Utah Vermont Virginia Warhington Wisconsin Ates Wyoming Sy Cole Morgan Univecan Gervicy Klatt Washington, D. C Roosevelt Delaware San Antonio Hearst United States Maryland West Virginia North Carolina Washington

Bank Robber Holds Up Texas Bank on West Houston

A man robbed a Texas bank on West Houston Street during a suspected planned attack. He demanded cash from Thulemeyer, fired a pistol, and fled with $29 in small bills while Mrs. Thulemeyer fled in fear. Military police and sheriffs from Guadalupe and surrounding counties aided the manhunt, with officials unsure if charges would be filed Wednesday.

Randolph Field Miliary Boxer Guida- Jobe San Antonio Th Wag Thulemeyer Thule Meyer Thulemryers H.C. Lichtenberger Randolph Field

Dallas State Fair Rates Announced by Transport Agency

Special round trip rate of 12.60 appears for Dallas state fair travel from October 7 to 22 with return by October 26. Expects event October 8 to 23. Weekend rate of 3 applies for trips from San Antonio with departures Friday night or Saturday and return Monday.

Dallas Fd Brendel Prskenbcr Missouri- Karsay-Texas

Yanks Cubs In Moses World Series Prep

The Cubs and Yankees staged a sunlit workout as Charley Grimm and Joe McCarthy stuck with their aces. Ruth and Gehrig homered in batting practice while many reserved seats remained empty, signaling light early attendance for the anticipated World Series opener.

Yankees Danny MacParken Wells Te Teuth Cubs Ruth Gehrle Marc Pacden Ott Wa Hellers Herman Cf E. Englilst Ty J. Sewell Ab Cuyler Xf Ruth Rf Stephenson Gehrig Monre Ct Lazzert Grimm Chapman If Hartnett Dickey Koenig Crosetti Sa Bush Dinneen van Graljan Slem Mager- Kurth

Pulliam Services Thursday Morning for James Drury Pulliam

Funeral services for James Drury Pulliam will be held Thursday at 9 30 p m from St Patrick s church with Father John Pinnell officiating. Burial will be in St Mary s cemetery. A native of Jacksonville Florida he lived in San Antonio 40 years. He was a Spanish American War veteran and fourth degree Knight of Columbus. Surviving relatives include the widow Mrs Leona B Pulliam son J D Pulliam Jr four brothers W W Pulliam and three others and a sister Mrs Curtlea Jersmison of Milton Florida and two grandchildren. Pay your bills promptly via The Light Classified Money to Loan ads.

J. D. Pulliam Jr W. W. Pulliam San Antonio Curtlea Jersmison Milton, Fla

Sample Clan Plans Family Union to Foil Jinx Hour

Cleveland dispatch reports a clan meeting each Monday after noon to unite against a jinx. Incidents cited include Ramembers, Reb ut Sample and others injured in accidents, with one fatality noted. the family plans tighter cohesion and a locked door as a precaution.

Sample Clan Family Union Jinx Hour

Hurricane Nearing Its Toll in Puerto Rico

Reports from Puerto Rico indicate the hurricane left many areas hit hard with incomplete damage details. Governor's secretary Woodil Duttem surveyed the north east by plane, while an insular official warned the hit zone may be extensive. At least 60 people believed dead as the storm raged over three hours, with two boats and a person missing near Arecibo and San Juan areas.

Beverley Woodil Duttem Justi Wort San Juan Areciba Buttem Lumas Puerto Rico Thrtoln

Earthquake Strike Destroys Byzantine Monuments in Greece

A Greece quake today destroyed many Byzantine monuments near Mount Athos. The death toll rises with 197 confirmed dead and many more missing under ruins. Twenty three villages were wiped out, forcing survivors to spend the night outdoors as rescue efforts continue.

Athens Greece Mount Athos

Hoover Offers Aid to Puerto Rico

President Hoover expressed grief over Puerto Rico disaster and asked Governor Beverley for an immediate report to guide relief actions. The Red Cross noted thousands of temporary homes in San Juan as the hurricane’s impact extends across the island and Virgin Islands.

Hoover Puerto Rico Washington, D. C Bent Ward Govarnor Beverley Sam Antonin Sit San Juan I Sands

Campaign near opening day for Housewives co operative sales drive

Officials of the Grey Federation of Women's clubs and the Fifth Citrograph Federation of Women's clubs plan a campaign opening Monday to collect sales receipts and labels. Mrs. W. E. Pyne announced many have started saving receipts with a grand prize of a round trip to California via Southland Greyhound lines after two weeks. Prizes of $5 to $10 value and treasure bags will follow, with additional rewards for individuals and organizations at the two week mark. Numerous local firms and stores are listed as participants in the campaign program planned for San Antonio.

San Antonio California Southland Greyhound Lines Grey Federation of Women’s Clubs Ciatriot Féderation of Women’s Clubs Erie W. £. Pyne Campaigm Kamen Gore Wa Man Bepsides Jeter Adams Extrack Company Alamo Dewelry Company Apache Patkineermneny Hever Company Hohnat’s Rekerlés Bawen Alr Mnes Taboratories Cot-O-Nut Manuia Cetring Company Ben Antonio Pulse Service Company Griat Amerfin Bite Insurance Company di Unrer Roller Mills HAF Manuine Turbe Comnane H. and H. Coties Company W. C. Kine Flowers Biketetoe Pries Majestic Ormeby Chevrolet Company Pip Bland Philco Radios Gan Antonio Druk Romneny Society Prand Masnnnasse Pammaes Teng Milom H.end BR Corplarios Wolff and Sex Company Prava Hota Felten Antonia

Venizelos Wins in Final Greek Election Returns

ATHANA Mel reports final returns from Sundays Greece vote. Venizelos led with 108 for the Liberal Rovaliata 40 for the Democratic party and nine for the Communists. The prime minister conveyed results to the president and urged royalists to recognize the republic or face exclusion from government. The president said he would invite royalist leaders to consult.

Athana Mel Greece Rovaliata Democratic Communista Traerey Jon

Simple German remedy for stomach trouble in uptar howe

A damaged OCR fragment describes a German remedy Ad terika for stomach trouble. It mentions washing nul polaans and a name Ras bisarson, with unclear references to Woandas drug and fimmata Woandas. The readable content is fragmentary and lacks coherent details.

Howe

San Francisco Bomb Case Confessed by Oregon Mountaineer

Ninety-two year old Oregon mountaineer Callicotte was released on bail after telling police he unwittingly planted the dynamite that killed ten and injured forty three in the 1918 San Francisco preparedness bomb. He claimed he told the tale to clear his conscience and said he feared Adventists would object to his work on the Sabbath. Mooney defense league representatives said they would investigate the report.

Portland Gaillodtte Ben Frencisco Gallicotte Industrial Workers of the World Oakland San San Francisco Stuart Market Streets Callicotte Herailke Hia Pagenta Eanterh Magasine Findey Murts Calliedtee Atlys

150 Arrested in Kansas City Raids

Federal raids last night seized bars and gambling equipment in about 35 saloons in Kansas City and Jackson County. Roughly 150 people were detained for questioning as operators and patrons faced action in the crackdown.

Kansas City Kaneab City Kanaea Giy Jackson County

Jumps Out of Bed Cure Adverts Rheumatic Pains

An advertisement promotes Nurto or Nurildo as a quick remedy for rheumatic pain and fevers. It claims rapid relief and urges readers to obtain a pack from local drugstores. The faulty copy mocks medical authority, urging immediate purchase with specter of refunds and implied efficacy.

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