Regulatory Hearings Open on Packing Industry Bills
Hearings began in Washington on Kenyon and Kendrick bills to regulate packers. Senator Kenyon warned profits from packing rivals were treasonable, advocating control without government ownership. Chairman Gromna supported profit limits as an alternative to strict packer regulation amid calls for action before Boston Tea Party echoes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raymond Clapper
Washington, D. C
Senator Kenyon
Senate ’ Agriculture Committee
Kenyon
Kendrick Hills
Kennan
Federal Trade Commission
Congress
Kefigan
Big Billy
Kendrick
Prinig Markets
Gromna
Granena
Gowerti
Tate
Boston
King George
New York Strikes Shroud City In Slow Rain
New York faced gridlock as subway and elevated lines shut down after the Brotherhood of Interborough Rapid Transit employes struck. Masses walked through rain to the lower city while officials probe collusion and the eight cent fare issue. Police were heavily on duty as traffic snarls persisted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Subway
Brotherhood of Interborough Rapid Trauxfy
Orotherhood Lewters
de Sity
Manhattan Island
Hylan
Interborough Company
Craing
Hedley
Drygelets
Nureazven
Poles Start Drive Against the Czechs
Poles begin a renewed advance against Czechoslovakia with units moving toward Olomouc and Dulin area, capturing several positions amid a general Warsaw theater context. Dispatches note key actions and frontline shifts as forces press forward.
Titles of Nobility Retained in Bavaria
Despite opposition the Bavarian constitution adopted yesterday retains noble titles. The vote stood 103 to 3, as reported by The San Antonio Evening News and Chicago Tribune.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gable
San Antonio Evening News
Chicago Tribune
Chimney Tribune
Tamberg
1500 Crowd Flocks For Army Surplus Sale In San Antonio
Crowds of about 1500 people, mostly women, lined for hours at the San Antonio Post Office to buy army surplus foods when the sale opened at 8 am. Postmaster George D. Armistead supervised the busy four hours, ensuring fair quotas amid a mix of humble and well-off shoppers. The event drew people from across social strata, including brides and clerks, all seeking relief from rising prices. Continued on Page Two.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Armistead
San Antonio
George D. Armistead
White slave victims alleged in Oakland mystery
United Press reports three Texas sisters alleged to have been lured to Oakland by a Houston importer George C Sanders. Sailors charge that the sisters were drawn into gaming and murdered Sanders’s brother. Letters claimed Ronald Sanders and a supposed bride spurred visits and further letters followed. Sanders traced the sisters to Oakland but found no trace of Ronald or the daughters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Oabkland
Cal
Texas
Oakland
Houston
Sanuers
Broiher
Santors
Wao Jefe
Colorado
Hogston
Sanders
Ronald
Alaska
Tnnald
George Sanders Dan
Marjorie Sanders
George Sanders
Louston
Street Car Strike Tests Los Angeles Transit
United Press reports the Pacific Electric and Los Angeles Railway strike is hitting peak tension with crew walkouts and limited service. Officials clash over city takeover as unions push for municipal ownership while partial and one third normal service persists. One man killed in Bonham crash in a separate report adds to weekend fatalities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Los Angeles
Cal
Pacific Electric and
Los Angeles Railway Company
Los Angeles Railway Today
Scrikera
Tos Angeles
Wte
Bonham, Tex
Avs. II
Imi Mulling
Nlke
Mullins
PENTA "Taitor," 0B Soledador. adjoining National Bank of Commerce
Fragmentary ad style text mentioning PENTA "Taitor" and 0B Soledador with an adjoining reference to the National Bank of Commerce. No clear date or complete context. details are limited to names and locations from the readable fragment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Penta “Taitor
Soledador
National Bank of Commerce
Carranza Seen Saving Airmen Amid Mexican Bandit Crisis
The United States orders immediate action to secure the release of two American Army aviators, Lieutenants Paul H. Davis and Harold H. Peterson, held for ransom near the Texas border after a canyon patrol. State Department officials urge Mexican authorities to protect the officers and resolve the situation swiftly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tasted
Washington, D.C
Department of State
Mexico City
State Department
Paul H. Davis
Harold H. Peterson
Candelaria
Texas
Ited
State
Strathmore
Cal
Liel, Davis
Minnesota
Lansing Rald
War Department
Mexico
Enid
Dvige
Angidtazn Curransa
Bakerslot
Senate Military Committee
Sutherland Aske Pratt
Baker
Prices committee named in city to battle cost of living
A rebuilt Food Administration in the Fifth District led by San Antonio headquarters plans to appoint a price committee. The panel will include retailers, producers, organized labor, housewives, wholesalers, and public reps. Action to implement is expected after tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S Pant
Nationa
Chamber of Commerce
Tony Fen E. A. Polen
Stairhood
Food Administration
San Antonio
Lexar County
J. M.vance
Peden
Tale Price Committee
SA Ae
Quarantine Property Sale Price Set at 91000 Approved
An agreement between state and federal entities sets the price for the quarantine property at 302,00 with immediate transfer of floating property and debts to the real estate interests. The quarantine function may be assumed before September 1 but not later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eel
Stin
Tex
Fejeral
Eare
Eathte Inter
Weather and shop ad for Beyer Typewriters and Edison Phonographs
A classified weather and advertisement item notes A F Beyer at 310 12 W Commerce offering Wells Typewriters and new Edison Phonographs with Becoréa branding in a period ad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. F. Beyer
Commerce
Wells Typewriters
Edison
Becoréa
Mexico problems perplexing Washington
Washington reports two fresh issues with Mexico on August 18. Bandits in Mexico hold two U.S. army aviators for a $15,000 ransom, while Mexico City expels the remaining British representative. A note warned Carranza of a policy shift unless American citizens are safeguarded, with a possible withdrawal of support as a likely first step if needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Aashington
D. C
United States
Mexico
Carranza
Villa Bandits Hold Fliers in Kidnapping Case
The kidnapping of Lieutenants Paul HH Davis and H G Peterson tightens. General Dickman orders Col Langhorne to pay 15000 ransom while War Department asks Garranza to secure release and the kidnapper delays until midnight Tuesday. Telegrams show possible execution if payment fails. Villa forces, cross-border tensions, and unclear loyalties fuel the crisis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul HH
Davis
H. G. Peterson
Joseph T. Dickman
Southern Department
G. T. Langhorne
Marfa
War Department
Garranza
Langhome
Jesus Rentario
Leonard Matlock
8Th Cavalry
Candelaria
Bandits hold American aviators ransom in Mexican border crisis
Fennell of Marte National Bank escorted by a Marfa cavalry guard to deliver ransom funds for aviators Peterson and Davis believed held by Mexican bandits. Money raised in minutes by local citizens. Kirkpatrick, a Candelaria storekeeper, coordinating through lines with Mexican contacts. Military steps prepared, bandit threat considered serious near Presidio de Pilarca.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abfa
Tex
F. M. Fennell
Marte National Bank
Danking Eitonelene
Candelaria
Wex
Ag Pabaom
Peterson
Paul H. Davis
Fennell
Camp Marfa
C. C. Smith
Sth
Civalry
Muartn
Port Davis
Biny
Armly
Dawking
Kirkpatrick
Candelaris
Rio Grande
Mexico
Aviators Send Note on Plight in Mexican Bandit Crisis
American aviators Paul H. Divis and Harold G. Veterson, captured near the Big Bend border by Mexican bandits, faced death threats unless ransom was paid today. Fort Davis and Fort Bliss officials, plus families, urged compliance as talk of intervention loomed. The incident heightened concern over bandit activity in Northern Mexico and the border’s international implications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Br United
EL Paso
Aus
Paul H. Divis
Harold G. Veterson
Big Bend
Sg Cowboys
Fort Davis
James DB. Erwin
Fort Bliss
Dawkina Kirkyneteick
Candelaria
Kirkpatrick
Peterson
Big Boul
Petersen
Tutchinson
Davis
Stratharore
Cal
Spain
Mexico
Steel Workers Vote On Strike Nationwide Action
Chicago reports indicate a near unanimous steel workers vote on a strike, with 400 000 to 600 000 workers involved. Results to be announced August 20 in Youngstown Ohio. The 12 point program seeks wage increases and better conditions, as National Steel officials push for unity. Foster, the National steel organizer, spoke to 96 000 Chicago district workers before heading to Pittsburgh, where resolutions urge action against free speech suppression in the Pittsburgh district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tosted Press
Chicago
Youngstown
Ohio
Strel
Foster
National Steel
Pittsburgh
Congress
The Fox Co The Largest Kodak Fleisher in the World
Ady presents a bold claim for The Fox Company as the world’s largest Kodak Fleisher product line. The terse note channels trade ad language, naming the firm and asserting supremacy without specifics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Fox Co
Kodak Fleisher
Ady
Aviator's Father Keeps Vigil for Captive Son
Samuel G. Peterson of Hutchinson watches for word on Lieut H G Peterson held by Villa bandits. He offered 15 000 dollars to ransom and appealed to War Department officials and Congress to aid in securing the release. Mrs Peterson and other family members stay near the telephone awaiting updates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
US United Press
Paul
Mion
Twin Cities
Samuel G. Peterson
Hutchmnann
H. G. Peterson
Villa
Sibleh
Peter
Wae
Peterson
Aiduressees
Lient
Tient
Davi Jinckon Hutchinson
Samuel Peterson
Hutchinson
Army air base bandits call for aid sparked debate
The report notes contrasting views from Davis a 25 year old Stanford student turned radio telephony specialist and Peterson about military aid at the base. Davis previously served as a wireless instructor after a commission and posting at Kelly Field.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stratemore
Ottonrs
Pauree
Stanford
Columbia University
Kelly Field
Also Mentioned on This Page
U. S
Oulavana
Dulin
Krew
Warsaw
Menta
Bavaria
P. D
Swat H. C. L
McNeel Jewelry Co
Col
George YT. Langhorne
Alxtriet
California City
Maryland
New York Times-Chicago Tribune
Bowle
George Peters
Jericho Park
Katherine
Peters Place
Washington
Juarez
Revived Food Administration
Vielnisy
East Texas
Bentirid
Viliers
Pruneda
Ojloaga
Vrewldle
Ameri van Crooph
Rentarlo
Faye
Aviator
ST. Paul
Eforts
Evening News
The
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!