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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1929
Page
1
A noisy clipped editorial collage covers Tex Guinan mischief and a string of crimes. It cites Miss Guinan denying serious wrongdoing while detailing bank hijackings, shootings, and arrests in a hurried news-toting voice. The piece mentions figures like Mrs Mabel Walker Willebrandt and the Archbishop of Canterbury.
Fragmented weather notes list Saturday conditions with threats of thunderstorms and showers in parts of the south, near 40s temperatures, and general cloudiness. City forecasts mention Los Angeles and New York readings, with scattered highs around the mid 40s to 50s in several reported locales.
In New York society circles a divorce case involving Herrick draws attention as the wealthy party’s statements about excess liquor and friendships with other husbands surface amid a broader social backdrop.
The report details rebel leaders crossing toward the United States near Fort Stockton Texas and Nogales, with General Calles warning U S officials of possible attacks from Naco while defending Nuvo Sonora. Federal charges include thefts tied to Bango de Mexico's seizure and attempts to reposition forces across the border.
Wealthy New York socialite Walker D P Thman wins divorce from Mrs Welone Garvt Patton Soman after six hours of jury deliberation. Thman to pay alimony totaling 75,000 over five years and wife accused of liquor and infidelity amid sensational testimony.
Burglars struck the Ensley Brothers grocery on Main Street and a San Antonio cleaning plant at 320 Main Street. They failed to crack a safe but stole merchandise valued over 150 dollars, six suits, and four dresses. Deputy Mier Al Gintingal verified the major items. This marks the second burglary within the past month against Ben Walker’s business.
Chicago reports a court case involving Charles Bh Teng Todd who paid a fine after a garbled incident. Judge George heard testimony about a modified automobile and a tail wind affecting a 1919 model. The fragmentary text mentions a clock, belting, and a belated judgment.
Testimony centers on evangelist Mrs McPherson and her mother Mrs Kennedy and a claim that the missing evangelist was held by kidnappers in Mexico. Attorneys discuss alleged illegal meetings, disappearance narratives, and documents sought in Los Angeles. Witnesses describe planned production of a man named Angs X who allegedly aided the case.
A 12 family building on the West Side was bombed early today. The blast destroyed the second floor apartment of Saul Wagner a noted real estate dealer. No one was injured but residents were shaken. Damage to the building was slight.
In Chicago suburb two men were found shot to death near a rear alley entrance of a West Lern hotel in Cicorn. Police reported the victims slumped forward by a vehicle ravdy vichiny near the scene. Both men unnamed, investigation underway.
Turbulent arrival as high officials meet Tourville escort to quarantine station. Coffin of Mr Hierrick to be transferred from eraser to train for Cleveland. Lindbergh guest of the Interembassador. Roosevelt orders half staff in state buildings. Marines and bands provide honors at pier and transport to special car.
Bombay dispatch reports that John Simon and his commission, after completing their inquiry in Tata, have sailed for England to begin their return voyage. The panel is returning to continue work in Britain.
A garbled excerpt describes a night incident where a thief entered a dispenser store and took groceries. The text references items like Hag of Foadstadt and Meddy's reels, with a stray sum of $10 noted. The readable entities include a store, thief, and price, but many words are unclear or misspelled.
A cloudy weekend forecast for the area shows unsettled conditions with variable temperatures. Expect cooler nights with mid 60s to near 70s during the day and low 80s possible on Saturday, with Saturday morning clearing and winds easing late afternoon.
A girl aged eight died after burns from matches while playing in a kitchen on South Mitlama Street. The incident occurred Friday evening as the child, reportedly rising with matches, ignited her clothing. The mother, attracted by screams, removed the burning garment and moved the child to Robert B. Green hospital for treatment.
A record rainstorm dropped 6.8 inches over Houston between midnight and 8:19 AM, flooding streets and Buffalo Bayou. Public transit service faced major disruptions as roads became impassable and crews responded to rising floodwaters.
Heavy rainfall in Galveston drenched streets within hours, causing road pooling and traffic disruption. Residents waded through floodwater, many returning to childhood barefoot commutes to reach workplaces amid the April downpour.
New Orleans April 19 UP Cotton opened steady with January at 19 91 cents. Prices for other contracts showed slight movements with Mos 1D88e July 19 780 and December 1P S8e asked.
In Texas on April 13, four robbers on the run hijacked a couple near Walnut Hill, forced them toward Houston in a car, and escaped in rain amid a large manhunt. Guards and Walker County officials pressed a broad search while convict leaders reportedly switched clothes and fled toward the city.
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