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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1929
Page
1
Famed director and father of film examines Texas beauty spots for potential new atmosphere. He may consider locations near Los Angeles for scouting and inspiration as he explores outdoor settings and scenic backdrops.
New York health officials urge parental cooperation and scientific measures to wipe out diphtheria with Cardinal Mayed promoting school programs to aid access for those without a family physician. The page also notes local scandals including a Connecticut tragedy, parental discipline, and moral debates reflected in school attire and behavior.
Famed director David Wark Griffith was sighting in San Antonio with plans to film scenes for a forthcoming Motion Picture. He hinted the project would begin in six months, signaling renewed demand for locations as the industry expands beyond California and New York.
TEMPARATES Antanto region reports moderate winds and cool temperatures through Friday night. Saturday to Sunday shows increased clouds with possible showers in northern districts and a chance of scattered rain near coastal areas. Winds shift to southerly along the eastern coast and remain mild overall. Морitz conditions and extended forecast details follow for local readers.
In Reno New Aneit five narrate Patton Taman tanped John Steele as the doomed jealousy ploy. Mrs Inman, Croxx suit plaintiff, denies sensational charges against her husband, wealthy tobacco heir. She admits correspondence with Steele but calls alleged intimacy a deliberate lie and explains seeking to provoke Walker’s jealousy to avoid neglect.
Congressman James Danes announces an immediate appropriation of 900000 pounds for a permanent brick and concrete hospital at Fort Sam Houston to replace the temporary structure. Maj Gen Wy Treland and Army Surgeon General inspected the existing building. plans call for a central section funded by 250000 with broader construction to follow. Congress aims to secure funds through the military housing bill and committee approval, with several hundred thousand dollars already allocated for Fort Sam expansion.
Rebels threaten broader conflict as Washington receives warnings. The American military commander in Naeo considers responses while urging calm and safety for civilians. The latest dispatch notes rising tensions and potential consequences of continued hostilities.
Seguin resident reportedly killed a rattlesnake that had 18 rattles near Weinert school. The incident description mentions a shotgun and a hunting scene with local garage owners cited.
Report describes abducted aristocratic frogs and a missing pair named Mr and Mrs Mana Vateshinua. The scene centers on a hydrological experiment gone awry as the frogs are spirited away from a place described as a tune and apartment into a florist's backyard. Left behind are ordinary frogs and a note on weights.
A weather note predicts cooler conditions for San Antonio this weekend. Friday night temperatures hover near 70 degrees with gradual cloud cover, while Saturday brings similar highs and light to moderate southerly winds.
In Weatherford on April 5 two men were injured when a dynamite cap exploded in a ditch near Coltons City west of Weatherford road. Frank Barrison, 27, suffered an eye injury and serious cuts. Cheater Steen, 28, is reported with cuts and bruises.
SEW YORK April 3 Col Edward J House is climbing higher than average progress in his convalescence from an operation pursued for removal of a growth from the bladder, the physician Dr As Wy Lamb said today.
An alarm is issued by the San Antonio Merchants Association secretary Aduhih Grasno about six professional swindlers operating in town. The case involves organized fraud targeting local merchants and calling for caution among businesses.
Government officials announced the cancellation of 12 238 oil and gas permits covering mid Gulf areas. The move affects multiple exploration projects and could impact energy plans and regional operations, with details on timelines and impacted companies not immediately disclosed.
Washington reports large rebel casualties and heavy federal losses as forces clash near Jimenez and La Reforma in Chihuahua. Government figures cite 3000 dead or wounded and 2000 captured, while rebels claim no word of a seizure. Concurrently federal troops organize in northern Chihuahua to clear border garrisons and press operations in Jalisco and Sonora. Governor Phillips prepares a protest to Washington over actions along the Arizona border.
City officials named Sam Hocker as prosecuting attorney for the corporation court to fill the vacancy caused by Nid Overton. Hocker also serves as attorney for the health and tax departments, and will assist the oil tax division amid changes in personnel.
Washington April 55—Roy Campbell Republican collector of customs for the port of Laredo comes under fire as senate patronage committee resumes hearings. Charges claim Campbell smuggled liquor, used it personally, aided Walker to flee, and aided prohibited transport. documents allege ties to Republican outfits in Mississippi, Arkansas, Alabama and Tennessee with officials from Laredo to New Orleans connected. The committee and witnesses, including Trev St. G. Samliso and other officials, say evidence shows patronage and graft in federal offices and farm work arrangements involving shipments and protection of illicit liquor.
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