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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 16, 1929

Page

3

Volunteers of America Names New San Antonio Adjutant

Adjutant Richard L. Grainger is appointed the new commander of the Volunteers of America in San Antonio. He arrives from Washington D C after prior service as an officer within the organization. The announcement outlines his long tenure and leadership role guiding local volunteers.

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Pension Fund Bids to be Discussed by City Panel

A four person committee including Cy Clerk Freit Wilen Fire and Police Commissioner PRL Weight and John McHugo secretary of the fireman and policemen pension fund will meet Tuesday afternoon to review three bids submitted Monday for ongoing fund maintenance work.

Cy Clerk Freit Wilen Prl Weight John McHugo Fireman's Policemen Ponston Fund Tuewlay Moniday

All Other Results People Desire Here Combined

A concise note highlights a compilation of desirable results. It emphasizes a delightful, cooling effect and mentions corrected layor-acid conditions as key features. The item presents a promotional teaser with a focus on quality and satisfaction.

Helen Morgan Goes On Trial In Federal Court

Helen Morgan faces trial in federal court on charges of maintaining a nuisance tied to the operation of Helen Morgan's nightclub. The proceedings include the club’s associates and six co-defendants accused of involvement in the alleged nuisance activity.

Helen Morgan New York Brondwaye Arlewr Vroy Chic Melon Morgan Wvent Biegfolt Rts Broadwayne Jesus Guinan Jae Exos Morgan

Seven Marriages Named for Torch Slayer in NJ Case

ELIZABH0, N J April 16 Seven marriages are confessed by Henry Colin Campbell the so called torch slaver of his seven brides. He identifies by alias prints a half century of misdeeds including time in Sing Sing and Auburn prison and a forged charge in 1890. He admits to three more marriages bringing his total to seven.

Campbell Abe J. David

U S Investigators Move Offices to New DOJ Quarters

The Bureau of Investigation will relocate from the second floor of the area building to the Brady-Lonus tower in a move announced by agent in charge Gus S Jones. The U S authorities will occupy the vacated space on Wednesday morning as the transfer proceeds.

U.S Department of Justice Bureau of Investigation Brady-Lonus Tower Gus. S. Jones United States Ase Uflavier Wille Department of Juelie

Mails Safe in San Antonio Armored Truck Run

The first of three armored trucks for the San Antonio post office began operation between the central office and local railway stations. Heavy armor plate and shatter-proof glass protect against bandits. Driver Loo m F. Matthews is shown with G C. Ridgeway, superintendent of motors.

S. A. Post Office F. Matthews G. C. Ridgeway Motors

Army Orders Relieve Officers Across United States

Army orders list reliefs and transfers of numerous officers and staff across posts from Fort Benning to Presidio of Monterey and Fort Myer. Names include Major John F. Landis, George Meade, James Bliss, and Arthur Kerrard among many others, with destinations and appointments across Washington, California, Texas, and Philadelphia.

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Local Department Installs 3 New Bandit Proof Cars

The San Antonio post offices deploy three armored vehicles with heavy armor plate slat glass and small gun ports to deter bandit threats. Each car carries a mail sack and a driver with two guards armed with riot shotguns and registered mail.

Palm Heights to Get Parks Money and Committees

Palm Heights plans to use funds for parks following a park commission meeting led by Jacob Rubiola. The committee requested a tennis court and a playground, with members including John A. Ways Mrs EB Stgeher Golson and Mr and Mrs Kecuner.

Palm Heights Palm Jacob Rubiola John A. Ways EB. Stgeher Golson W "Kecuner

Carpenter Tools Stolen From Garage at 128 Aubrey

Police report tools taken from a garage at Blalford 128 Aubrey. The damaged text mentions a theft and a quote about thrifty people using a light classifier to stretch dollars. The readable portions suggest a local burglary incident with limited details available.

Park Stage Near Completion at Brackenridge Park

Park Stage plans for an open air theater in the Star garden of Brackenridge Park, in Grecian colonnade style, will be completed by week end. Park Commissioner Jacob Trybioni said Tuesday the project costs about $10,000.

Ize Worgium Sbrackenridge Park Jacob Trybioni

Judge Minor and Wife Attend Austin Golden Anniversary

Judge Minor and Mrs Minor traveled to Austin to attend the golden wedding anniversary of Dr and Mrs John P Preston. The judge had attended their wedding eighty years ago in Seguin.

Judge Minor Wife Austin Andge B. Minor Tisteid Court Minor John P. Lreston Jndge Prestons Seguin

Six Pictures and Flower Stand Stolen at Chenier Apartments

Mrs. Th. N. Sheldon reported to police Tuesday that six pictures and a flower stand were stolen from the Chenier apartments at 1607 Navarre Street. The incident details a theft from the residence with no suspects named in the report.

Chenier Apartments Navarre Street Th. N. Sheldon

Contracts Awarded for Fire Station No. 6 Work

City commissioners at a special session approved contracts totaling 24 451 dollars for the construction of Fire Station No. 6 at Mason and Rogera streets. The report lists several individuals and firms connected to the awarding and mentions related notices and training arrangements.

Mason and Rogera San Antonio

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