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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1922
Page
1
Dispatches describe rising waters and widespread flooding as rivers including the Mississippi and Illinois surge. Towns like Beardstown and Morning report refugees and homeless residents, with levee breaches and urgent repairs as authorities warn of further rises and potential evacuations.
Weather officials warn of potential flood in Mississippi Valley area as forecasts expect rising river levels. In Tennessee, impacts include waterway rises along the Ohio Valley and related towns with measurements near 102 inches at Ayrsbore and 88 at Cinelonad, signaling continued high risk into the period ahead.
A fragmented report from Genoa outlines protests over arms sales abroad and currency issues. Quotes from a German professor and others appear amid garbled text about international reaction and policy debates.
A chaotic page features mock notices urging readers to visit offices for baseball equipment and tryouts. It touts a planned ten day show at a local venue beginning Thursday April 20 and invites readers to claim bats gloves and runs. Names like Harriet Calvert Ruth Adel Utz and Ruth Johnsen appear amid scattered addresses and callouts to join girls baseball efforts in San Antonio.
Don Carter, 27, was severely wounded in a melee at South Loop near Youth Lou on Thursday night. Police say about a dozen men fought at Horn Palace Inn. Carter’s condition remained critical after a blood transfusion and medical treatment at Lie Robert B. Green Memorial. Investigators continue to determine the circumstances and potential charges.
A damaged text fragment describes a hurried walk near a Dame street scene with an onlookers note of head impact, minor wound, and a desolated Lothar man aged about twenty to thirty, with mentions of a cap and clothing though details are unreadable.
A lone pedestrian fired at a man who assaulted him on a dim street, wounding the assailant. The attacker was wounded as the victim claimed self-defense and reported the incident to authorities.
A jury acquitted the defrauding defendant in a 1937 case after a tense morning session in Wells County Court. Judge Sedge Anderson urged witnesses and attendees to maintain order, as prosecutors and defense argued over charges including fraud and forgery. The trial featured lengthy testimony, jury confusion, and a focus on the defendant identified as Dazbler with associated names and location details appearing in the chaotic transcript.
A chaotic Cannes gathering risks collapse as Russian delegates withdraw support from counter proposals amid sharp exchanges. Italian Premier Signor Nancer reels at criticism while Western allies fear a breakdown of the talks and possible strategic shifts in postwar economic plans.
The Dallas meeting listed multiple names including K. Blackstone and Henry Hagelsteig as appointees. Attendees discussed bids and decisions for the Howe project with ministers and local officials present.
The Canopic Club showcased in a Vatday Wacheon display at the Menger Mote presenting latest women a apparel creations. Notables included Misa Natti Nah Mis Maury Gale Heywood Miss Lovdine Fla and many more modeling afternoon and dinner gowns, white cape suits, sport dresses, and evening frocks. Wives of Canopic members assisted as staff. event highlighted formal wear and varied fabrics.
A house on Benedtway, Alamo Heights, burned when water pressure fell, delaying firefighting. Neighbors reported five destroyed rooms and extensive damage valued at thousands. Firefighters and insurance investigators reviewed the scene as they worked to confirm the cause and extent of the blaze.
Highland Park Improvement Association advances paving and utility upgrades. Meeting at Highland Park hosts discusses street improvements, gas and water access, and building rules to align with original promoters’ plan. Officers elected include RW Cullen president and D Paty treasurer.
Robert Leon alay Stewart, alleged California counterfeiter, arrested January 14 when he attempted to pass a ten dollar bill, was senten ced to five years in the federal penitentiary at Atlanta after pleading guilty to forgery charges in federal court at To rtington Alabama. Edward Tyrrell, secret service agent here, reported the case. Police found no other counterfeit notes in his possession. The incident began when Stewart was confronted by officers outside a store and fled on foot toward the street. He was apprehended near the first cross street by Officer Brown after a brief chase. Court records show no further defendants in the case.
A garbled permit hearing summary references gambling concerns and public safety near a local event. Mentions Viled Llacia and various community groups amid unclear names and dates. The document lists attendees including representatives and officials from multiple organizations.
Fragmentary report mentions Quick Martin Mer Matthews and Mrs Huginan in a discussion of civic matters. It references opposition to hampering youth, censorship concerns, and a call for careful study of the situation. Representatives of olive organizations attended the conference in the city.
Infant dies at Retavilay. services set at Hiebo Waitertake Ing Company chapel. Burial at Pics Presbyterian Church with Lt. Pl 1, BLN IK officiating. Interment in Miskon Havia ar Tavera. Also noted: two horses, harness, and 23 quarts of Mexican liquor seized by customs. investigation by Ho Cotulla and D. Brown.
Railway officials announce a new $1 charge for meals on the Westy beige rail line between 20439 and 103, including bread and beverages. The fee aims to lower costs for travelers by 10 to 15 cents, according to city ticket agent C. M. Heeres. Concurrently, two men were arrested in Mexia and brought before United States Commissioner McCormick in Waco on charges connected to river theft and passing. Edward Tyrrell and Keevled Agent are named in the federal inquiry as linked to the matter. A separate probe notes $10 fines and a forthcoming hearing in Waco on April 1, with Tyrrell cited by the Secret Service.
An advertisement from J B Weleon and associates invites men women and children to visit Crockett Motel Han Antone Texas for a free inquiry into “Mlee Mhethet” rupture treatment. The offer promises painless relief, no charge, and demonstrations of the method’s effectiveness with regional travel and a money back guarantee.
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