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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 05, 1928

Page

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Oklahoma Flood Sweeps Shawnee City

A severe flood in Shawnee from a sudden cloudburst caused widespread destruction. The flood killed at least two people, left about 1,900 homeless, and damaged property worth around 1 million dollars as floodwaters surged through the city. Rescue crews saved many and provided shelter while crews assessed the widespread damage and injuries.

Tuer Shawnee Tipperson Pbuxinens Teside Nouseks

Fragmented dispatches on politics and culture

A garbled mix of political commentary and cultural notes references a Democratic worker’s brick bombing, Senator Borah, Sinclair funds, and a $75 258 manuscript price. It laments Republican reputations, mentions Trotzky and Lenin, Suez Canal talk, and notes Schopenhauer on women. Fragmentary and uncertain, with page continuation indicated.

Chivego Inssia

Depew Dies at 93 A Storied New York Republican

Chauncey M Depew longtime New York Republican titan dies at home after a brief illness at age ninety three. A former U S senator and longtime chairman of the New York Central railroad he planned to attend the Republican convention in Kansas City. His wit at conventions earned him the nickname The Peach. His passing caps a career spanning politics transport and public life.

New York Chauncey M. Depew Lincoln Sears Apecker Tie New York Central Railroad Kansas City Cleveland Benjamin Harrison Depew United States St. Petersburg Tw. WW Lyman Hogker Devow al Whya Vontner

Gist of Fragmented Schedule Items Clarity Lost

Fragmentary OCR text appears to describe upcoming events or notices with mixed garbled names and dates. Key entities unclear. no coherent actions, locations, or outcomes discernible.

German Bremen Ready to Make Quick Start

DUBIN April 5 The German Bremen today was fueled and ready to take off within a few hours despite a sunlit field being still marked for a later launch. Officials said a New York flight before tomorrow was unlikely though tanks were filled with benzol ether and fuel load could sustain over 40 hours of flight with a 4500 mile radius.

Dubin Bremen Baldontel Feld New York Atlantic

St Francis Flood Uncovers Gold Inquest Told

In Los Angeles on April 5, testimony at the coroner inquest into the St Francis flood disaster described waters that revealed gold at the site of the mine. Geology expert Johnson testified about the discovery as authorities examine the March 12 13 catastrophe that killed about 40 people.

St. Francis Los Angules St. Francis China Johnson Ciatriel Mionies Los Angeles California Warnie San Brancraguilo

Gunman Shoots Police Sergeant in Chicago

Police Sergeant Jol Chiskawna was fatally shot in Chicago while stopping a man for questioning. Initial reports indicate the assailant was wounded during the confrontation and fled.

Fy International Chicago Jol Chiskawna Pers Ting

Ferris Successor Takes Oath at Senator Film Event

Vandenhers, publisher of the Urnndt Rapida Nova, took the oath of office today at a senator film event. The ceremony featured Miechlann and N. Berrin, with beige Wood present in the backdrop.

Te Ferris Arthur Vandenhers Miechlann N. Berrin

Hoover aide denial on farmer policy record note

The article reports Republican Senator Norbeck presenting a memorandum in the Senate record denying claims that Herbert Hoover’s ally, the commerce secretary and prospective Republican nominee, altered his stance on farmer issues. The memo, prepared for Senator Willis, follows pamphlets criticizing Weaver’s farm record circulated in the Muckers state.

Wasneng Herbert Hoover Thut Commerce Dees George Senate Suator Norbeck Repblican South Dakota Eek North Central States Willis Ohio Weaver

King Sends Nobile on Flight to Pole

Rome reports King viewed General Umberto Nobile with wishes for success on the forthcoming polar flight over the North Pole. Emphasis on royal support and anticipated achievement in exploration.

Nobile Rome King Emmanuel Emberto Nobile North Pole

Burglars Warned as Fifth Street Home Robbery Probe

Mrs. E. A. Ellis of S. A. fired two shots at a burglar who visited her home as police investigate a string of break ins on 5 S. A. properties.

S. A E. A. Ellis

Untitled sports note from AUCKEST area game

An obscure report mentions John J. Roskefeller and Tankewood from Florida in a final game, noting a tense moment and a secretary’s involvement. The text is fragmentary and lacks clear outcomes or dates.

N.sakpert John J. Roskefeller Tankewood Florida Dolor

Senate to Probe Sinking of Submarine 84

A Senate inquiry is authorized to investigate the sinking of submarine 84. The committee, led by the Navy, will examine the incident and determine causes and responsible parties. The move aims to uncover accountability and prevent a recurrence.

Senate Washington Faa Annace Naval

Afghan King Ends Visit to Britain

King Amanullah and Queen Laurisa of Afghanistan conclude a visit to Britain and depart for the continent, signaling the end of their royal tour abroad.

Britain London Amanullah Laurisa Atmhanintan

Woman Fends Off Man Trying Break Into Home

A prowler attempted to force entry at 610 Angela Street, where Mrs. Mitta intervened and fired shots, driving the intruder away. The same man is linked to prior break-ins in the area before fleeing as police arrived at the scene. An accompanying report notes officers Crux and Wright pursued the suspect after he fled in a waiting vehicle.

Srneek A. Itis Augnela Street Andena Ino Rene Mya. Vili J. Wincehester Auguela Elreel

Alleged Harlem Slaying Suspect Bound Over Without Bond

In a Niney-fourth District court hearing Judge W W McCrory ordered the man held without bond after state witnesses alleged he left from a loan company near West Houston Street shortly after Torey W Karate kin was killed. Defense witnesses testified the accused was at a residence inspecting furniture polish and near Dugan’s door with merchandise, challenging the identification and linking alibi witnesses to the time of the crime. The defendant testified in his own defense and was not found connected to the slaying.

Harlemdal Torey W. Karatekin Joan Broker W. W. McCrory Niney-fourth District Court Durango Street Ben Dé la Rosa Tnnted Loan and Jewseles Company Houston Street McCrory Augusta Hess Mary Street Harlandale Karotkin N. Li. Simmons Jj K. F. Pour Dugan Joe Hurl Avenue Agnes Seguin Hou Hart Dave Walton Liam

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