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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 04, 1920

Page

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Cadw Defense Seeks Continuance in Parker Poison Case

In a district court hearing, Cadw defense moves to delay proceedings in the Parker death case. The defense asserts unavailability of key witnesses and seeks time to prepare after state officials’ actions surrounding the arrest of Oeding. The theory contends Parker directed the purchase of poison for Parker’s own use, with evidence discussed in court and a special jury convened for Monday.

Willen Onding Crow Bye Mex Ora Parker Gedling Packer Walker Anders Eausior Rhother Easnyint Nod Oeding Ales Parker Ted

Fragmentary Trial Notes Highlight Defense Challenges

Disjointed report details juror questions and courtroom interruptions during a trial week. References to defense motions, jury selection, and debates over evidence indicate a tense proceeding with multiple panels and delayed rulings. Names and places appear in scattered, garbled form amid obscured events.

Refutes Fashion Idea and Town Church News

The piece argues against a rising trend in women’s fashion and behavior, noting men’s roles in farming and other work as not supporting effeminacy. It also reports Rev. A M Wester resigning and a new pastor appointment at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Angelo, Texas, with church debt and membership details.

Baptist Church Angelo Tex Apsl Emmun Baguet A.M. Wester Suninerda Eriuy Amd Ancessyar H. M. Gailfes Hens Noes Okt Taring Me Woster Msi Isfu

France Burs Wershins Paris April 3

France reports a shipment of 781 tons described as parchment from Bhaxih OT wnterlined Cersnan. Availability announced tonight. Price cited at 16 a ton, totaling five hundred—amounts implied but details unclear.

France Wershins Paris

Turbulent Campaigns Near Seguin and Austin Schedule

Fragmented OCR notes describe a long political campaign with train arrangements, campaign committees, and candidates touring towns from Seguin to Austin. It mentions Bailey campaign activities, Judge Howard Terpidoh leading quitten, and planned stops including Nowak, Uvalde, and San Antonio district headquarters.

Vormor Senacsr Austin Wight Pansiay Eyalde Te Seguin Kota Vitoria Autom Bile Bun Aptonin Kridox Howard Terpidoh Nike Nowak Willy My Gnilex Cetari Hin Mans Fircier Weouwor San Antonio Menard My Alueon

Crane Attacks Riley in Dallas Political Turmoil

Fragmented OCR reports Joseph W. Ley of Dallas charged with clashes tied to Democratic party tensions. Mention of a man named Cray of Dallas and alleged plots in Fort Worth and Denver, with references to plans and conflict within party ranks.

Tlavd Tex Jnseph W. Ley Bos AM Forme Bovernma Dames Toy Zich L'Exss Few M. M. Cray Dallas Ayeuel Helinfe Hailey

Bailey, Mensy Enters Bid For Senate Seat

Bailey, Mensy Syendivul Wie veg in Behl of Former Senator Watra Tex April 4 pressman Reery of Waco reports a rally supporting former Senator J. W. Batley. The event references attempts at presidential references and Republican involvement amid Democratic and independent commentary.

Brant Bailey Fonaer Watra Tex Waco J. W. Batley Wexus Geveroy Hobby Mic Asco Vency McAduean New

Prohibition and League Debate At Greenville Meeting

A garbled report from Greenville Texas cites Luther Nickels and Nickels as campaign manager discussing prohibition and suffrage, with references to a string of political actions and legal motions. The text mentions self-determination themes and tariff concerns affecting farmers amid a cluttered stream of names and places.

Greenville Tex Apel Luther Nickels Muito Koopprepps Foulley Nichols

Bell Well in Reeves County Flows at 30 Barrels Per Hour

Reeves County report notes Bell Well in the region producing about 30 barrels per hour. Text mentions nearby wells, operations, and industry figures tied to the oil field activity around Crown Point and Devos area, with references to company leaders and ship movements in the White Oil era.

BELL Reeves County Merato Josten Batur Devos

Gillespie County Oil and Gas Development Amid Turbulent Efforts

A garbled report details Gillespie County advancing oil and gas exploration with multiple companies and drilling plans east of Marbricks. It mentions MRC Counts and Pine ex enage, under Twiersmoad management, with efforts focusing on completion and equipment readiness amid local opposition and regulatory activity.

Tilewpie Tome Chine Nthee Gillespie Mrabricks MRC Twiersmoad A. I Mle Oil Ceorapann Bieityer Mroderiebetines Manly Kurt Wath Om Thale

Collector Is Honest in Local Ledger Drama

Fragmented OCR notes report a small town scene with names like Dylan and Walker and a discussion about a collector. Vague references to honesty, fees, and a local figure Herbig appear amid garbled phrases. The piece suggests a community inquiry or rumor about a person’s financial conduct and a public trust concern.

German Defense Push Intensifies After Versailles Fallout

Fragmented report details tense actions as German authorities plan troop deployment to curb looting and restore order in the Ruhr valley. Leaders from several factions debate federal measures while international observers note rising pressure on Berlin and potential shifts in policy.

German and Allied powers clash over troop moves in West Germany

Reports from Berlin indicate a major crisis as Germans demand the right to deploy troops into a barred zone while the Allies seek to maintain order. Dispatches describe protests, government resignations, and talks on enforcing or modifying the Versailles era terms, with fear of a wider confrontation.

Lierll Toveika Plouler Peielsav Che Tieichstag Hid Versailles Si Chi Germany Tielefeld Gerne Rube Valley Itis Cata Socialfais Magiler de Wilheem von Muser Paviy H Inn Cress Aouton Rute West Germany Iito Gestase Versallen Uapatehes Vanier West Phat

Two Cases Appealed Over Writ of Inbeau Ques

Heoran Towacley and Nathing Belsvoo seek a writ of inbeau ques from the Court of Criminal Appeals in Austin. George Wonthley petitions from Wielita Covinty alleging Angitd Muwnétey involvement and a prior jailing of Joan O'Neal tied to a recent election. Nathan Trlieon filed an appeal in Cornache County regarding the killing of alesse Baksom on the 27th. a hearing is set in the court’s tori session.

Austin Tex Court of Crimbint George Wonthley Nathan Trlieon Cornache Alesse Baksom Peese

Freight Embargo Lifted Amid New York Harbor Delays

Reported easing of a freight embargo tied to congestion at New York and New Jersey ports. Officials cited the marine strike impact and bottlenecks at Jersey City terminals as the cause of delays, with gradual adjustment expected as shipping flows resume.

Low “York Mrie Urcatey New York Jersey City Marine Port Nik

Workforce disruptions loom over New York rail plan

Workers say freight bottlenecks threaten Monday timetable as officials led by a local chair and a general manager discuss measures. The line and operations face delays, while authorities expect efforts to clear the backlog by the target morning.

New York Toye Featualiou Ife Mitehull General Uignager Hmther’ Hylrand Chilrond Mauggers Louightee Ohichald Eroissaey

State Om Vexas and Surety Contiany Notice in Austin

Fragmentary OCR lists names and terms like State Om Vexas, surety company, and Austin. It mentions February dates, officials, and commissions in a legal notice context. The readable items imply a public or clerical notice involving bonds or guarantees and city governance.

Austin Vex Marots Armeglea Texee Ag Alvin Briggs Gommiestonre Rae Brest Dua E.mey Mans Avestiu

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