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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 29, 1931

Page

2

Copper price testimony in Seguin chancery hearing

Testimony before Judge Joseph Dibrell in Seguin concerns copper price fluctuations and raw material costs for a telephone company. Carl Wright Johnson and Howard S. Snell clash over impact on tariffs, with Snell noting possible future price changes while discussing December 31 1890 spot prices and 1927 to 1930 cost shifts.

Dudge Joseph Dibrell Segui Carl Wright Johnson Howard S. Snell Southwestern Nell Telephone Company Snell WRADS Jhuson Syneil Bondus Storming Milan Ruslog Dibrell Judge Haliocs Mar Biel Jidan Winder Joseph Dibrell L. A

Snell Testimony Highlights Plant Value And Costs In 1920s Case

In a Chicago court, Snell testifies about the local plant's value, reproduction costs, and depreciation across 1925 through 1990 figures. The hearing covers plant condition, going concern value, working capital, and central office equipment costs amid cross examination on overhead.

Chicago SNELL Pew SI Ngo Ids Johnson Generelly

Gordon Bennett Races Cancelled Amid Low Backing

The Gordon Bennett races were cancelled due to insufficient national backing this year, marking the first absence since 1319. Officials announced the decision as a setback for the contest and noted plans for future happiness through a home of your own in classified listings.

Fon D. C Gordon Bennett Vietim

Mayor Dies Cadets Dinner Plans Discussed at Chamber

October 2 graduation for Holly first cadets to be honored with a dinner dance at the Gunter hotel per plans discussed at a chamber commerce meeting Thursday. Ly B. Clegg chairs the military affairs committee and Lieut. E. E. Gleen of the Advance Moving School at Kelly Hold confirmed details.

Plana Chmaber of Commerce Holly Chamber Ly B. Clegg Clinber E. E. Gleen Kelly Hold Confrerei Cuesilay Gunter Hotel

Boys With Lanterns Stop Trolley Crash in Baltimore

In Baltimore two lanterns held by boys deter an oncoming trolley car from hitting a stalled wagon on Tartont Avenue. An old colored court rearranged crates to shift the load, freeing the vehicle and allowing the trolley to pass without collision.

Baltimore Contenetar

Bruening Plan Visit Denied by U S Officials

The American government has received no invitations or representations for Chancellor Bruening's expected visit to the United States. No invitation has been issued by the government, and no arrangements have been made with President Ylearer or the State Department.

Bashiontun United States Ylearer State Department

Tax Hike Decision Delayed by Hoover

President Hoover delays decision on proposed tax increases as he defers action to Congress. He plans to continue reviewing the situation through December while exploring options.

Hoover Washington Congress

Mississippi Vote on Long Plan Set

Mississippi politics shift as Governor Longs planting holiday plan triggers immediate action by the legislature. The move, tied to cotton prices and economic concerns, aims to reengage lawmakers before the next session, with insiders predicting debate on the proposal.

Mississippi Jackson Misa

Indicted Deputy Sheriff Charged in Texas Murder Attempt

Tarklo Texas report states former Ha pata county deputy sheriff Pederleo Guellar was indicted for attempted murder of Montye G. Menke shot August 12. Bond set at 210,000. Case referred to Webb county for trial. authorities report Geroner Ws not specified.

Tarklo Texas Pederleo Guellar Hapata Montye G. Menke Menke Meuvereth Geroner

Collings Grot Clue to Found Man in Stamford Case

Northport authorities chase a key clue after a body washed ashore near Buffark County. The man’s identity and connection to the murder of Benjamin Collings of Stamford on September 2 are under urgent investigation by Assistant District Attorney Fred J. Muncee and investigators.

Northport WFI Benjamin Pblings Stamford Buffark County Collings Fred J. Muncee

Speakers Named for Links Opening in the South

Speakers listed for the South Side Improvement League opening next Saturday include Gentry Taylor a former president, with Hon. Lewis and Miss Justine Dickey among attendees. San Antonio pioneer golfer Peonh Tewis will attend on behalf of the city. mayoral and chamber officials are expected to join, though some chairs are canceled.

Aunce Sueetay Gentry Taylor South Side Ocho Teli T Street Justine Dickey Addieces Peonh Tewis San Anetonio Piincer Xolfers Xolfert Chambera Xa

Druggists Landed in Alcohol Deals Controversy

The thirty third annual convention of the National Association of Retail Druggists discusses alcohol transaction trends. Despite thousands of transactions, only about one percent of druggists in the United States reported personal travel or involvement, amid ongoing industry difficulties.

Dreaoly Ment Omen M. Doran Natiohel Association of Kerail Pericita

Delay in Capone's Trial Is Refused

Chicago dated Sept 21 Federal Judge James T Wilkerace overruled preliminary objections and set Al Capone's income tax case for trial next Tuesday morning. Defense demurrers were argued but denied with no further arguments. The court scheduled all proceedings for the upcoming session.

Capone Chicago James IT Wilkerron al Carre Wilkerace Canone

Youths Injured in School Van Attack at Harris High

An attack near Harris High School left 12 year old Cerbutt Wills and 11 or 12 others wounded, with Russell Montgomery among the injured. The lead cat was turned over to Dr. Kk Ta Rhen for investigation as police and a veteranarian team examined the scene and transported victims to Robert B. Green hospital.

BP Aent Robert B. Green Hospital Jorl Chandler Harris

Missouri Voters Choose Seventh District Congressman

Voters in eight counties of the Seventh Missouri Congressional district went to the polls to fill the seat left vacant by the death of Representative Sam C. Majne. Both parties mobilized top leaders as the outcome could influence party control and the balance of power in the region.

Sedalia INS Missouri Congress Sam C. Majne Noewwally Mn Democratie Stranghold Uap Toth Bnew Conteresa

Gold Shipment to France Reaches 20 Million in One Day

A massive one day transfer, approximately 20 million dollars in gold, marked the largest single shipment to France in over two years, as shipments headed to Switzerland and France while the United States noted a heavy flow to France. Texas bank scene report: an unincorporated bank closed for reorganization amid depositor withdrawals and a move to obtain a charter.

Jenye United States Switzerland France Oosen Bank Texas Baldera

Fragmentary OCR shows scattered place names and figures

The text contains fragmented names and numbers across multiple locations including Abilene, Chicago, New Orleans and Denver with references to monetary figures and dates. It appears to be an OCR garble listing places, events, and amounts without coherent context or complete sentences.

Bass Kept Pending in Verity Recreation Dept Shakeup

Roberts Bass, ousted as superintendent of the Verity recreation department, may return to a different post as the city council weighs the case. Commissioner Rubigin delayed action until Mayor Chamber returned, amid protests from business leaders and civic figures.

Babiola Hass Distriorney Walter Tryon Juba Ry Micelinirian Rites Sehanhet Wilcow

Pennsylvania Railroad Announces Clocks for Electric Freight Parts

Fragmented notice reports Penn Road orders sixty electrics for GO electric freight components. Announcement by PHILADELPHIA and Washington DC timing clocks. Details are garbled but indicate a construction and timekeeping context related to rail operations.

Penn Road Philvadelphia Chassen Medhienteal Pennsylvania Railroad

Store Robbed by Daylight Bandit in Broad Daylight

A masked robber entered George Dinu grocery on Town street at morning light and threatened clerk Guillermo Roldan with a 845 caliber gun. He demanded cash from the register and a gold ring, escaping with about $40. Miss Martha Dunn, proprietor’s 18 year old daughter, was in a room unaware of the hold up.

George Dinu Mug Town Guillermo Roldon Atore Alora Roldan Earh Lees Martha Dunn

Bexar Ginnings in 1931 Decline Reported by Official

Special agent for Bexar County notes a reduced 1931 cotton crop with lower ginning totals. Records show pre September 1 figures for 1931 and a separate 1939 period with 14 693 bales processed, indicating decline and variance in regional cotton production.

Pridge Bexar County

Texas Farmer Dies as Train Hits Car

Lexam Sep sa M Charley Gibson 60 a prominent Hane county member was killed when his automobile was struck by a train near his home. The car was demolished and he was alone inside. Police report unclear but place near his house.

Gira Vile Lexam Charley Gibson Hane County Poulteogeiae

Year Suspension of Arms Work Urged in Geneva

Geneva dispatch reports a proposal to suspend all armament construction for one year starting November 1. The move was submitted to the disarmament conference participants and aims to halt new weapons work as talks continue.

Geneva Nro Wisnl Rat Talay Satereotenla

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