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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1929
Page
1
A garbled weather report references winds along the canal and upcoming temperature changes. The text mentions days of week and varying wind conditions with unclear specifics, resembling a historical forecast fragment.
City officials announced a plan to remodel the existing library site into a new building. Mayor Chambers said the current structure would be razed and that bids for the project have been received, with work to follow after final approvals.
A German delegation proposes paying about a billion marks yearly under an Allied plan presented to the German and Allied commissions. The offer aims to meet Western demands while seeking favorable terms for Germany, as conveyed by Dr. Schuell, head of the German delegation.
A public notice states 100 000 will be available for an advertising fund. It mentions Mayor and city officials, a planned opening, and eligibility for applicants. unclear details remain about supervision and exact timeline.
An industry long dormant in North Carolina the last five years will resume this season as the diamond back turtle hunting machinery will have immunity lifted. The turtle family extermination period is ended and protections are relaxed for this period.
Parson area reports no word from Mucian Talley of New York Metro, who yesterday was offered a farm gift near Parson by a local suitor. The note did not confirm acceptance or details of the proposed offer.
The article reports Anna Carron of New Newbronton was fined $500 and ordered confined to county jail for three to four days after a tale about wine baths. The case centers on an incident described as a risky joke or hoax affecting public safety.
A jury that heard the case of a woman charged with forgery has asked Governor Dan Moody to grant parole. She was sentenced to a term in the state penitentiary for the offenses, with the penalties described in court records.
The obituary notes the burial of a mother of eight at Minden with interment at Lay. She was widowed and mother to Mrs. Thomas J. Ler and Mrs. Medlock, and had ties to Alexanders Tea. The source confirms a San Antonio Werthexday mention and the Flanth of Mra. Weances Medlock.
Jarboe forecasts a second day of wet, variable temperatures for midweek. The United States Weather Bureau predicts rain and a small temperature swing with Wednesday night near freezing and Thursday warming, while San Antonio notes a cooler day for the time of year with a high around 70.
Fort Worth will see a new 18 story office building by the Tesse Jonon interests. The project costs over 7 million dollars with preliminary work starting soon. Other Worth projects include the Worth Hotel, Medien Arta building and the electric building as the main chain of developments expands.
A garbled Chicago report describes players or fans reacting to a game and police intervening. The account mentions waggle and confusion over penalties and a cash sum, with references to a Cubs connection and potential loss of $180.
Washington April 17 The Senate Judiciary Committee opened its inquiry into Secretary of the Treasury Mellon s qualifications. Members agreed a cabinet officer can serve through administrations without re appointment. The panel tentatively asked Mellon for five years of business holdings and a statement on his legal right to serve. Discussion focused on whether Mellon s ownership of a distillery company created a conflict of interest and if he must divest.
Andrew Young, appointed by Judge Wave Watson, will assist the prosecutor in Corporation court. The move follows a formal recommendation from Watson and is expected to address concerns about efficiency and language gaps in proceedings.
The ceremony for the bride and groom drew crowds despite showers. Guests included Mr and Mrs George Lovell and Ty Lovitt with attendants and photographers capturing the moment as umbrellas rose to shield flashbulbs.
A vehicle collision halted traffic at Guadalupe and Brio streets as an ambulance crew tended a wounded man. Driver Maddock slowed the car to assist while the injured subject was moved to a hospital for treatment.
The Yellow Cab Company Inc has purchased the taxi services and sightseeing franchises from Merchants Transfer and Grey Line operators. The $340,000 deal unions Yellow Cab and Grey Line assets to create Yellow Othe and expand service and equipment. No personnel changes expected. existing fleets and operations to be integrated under new large facility.
Private Wilcher crawled under a car at Kelly Field to fix a clogged gas line when another car rolled onto his body. He was rushed to Station Hospital Fort Sam Houston where he died from internal injuries.
B G Kisehell, 55, manager of Global Printing, and J B Cooper of Carey Street were acquitted in Corporation court on affray charges. Testimony claimed a crowbar used by Kisehell. Cooper denied provoking violence in a public place at Main Avenue. Judge Dave Watson dismissed the case with Kisehell's approval.
Arbitration set to resolve costs tied to a city building project. Commissioner Maul H. Settles and Weddin announce the arrangement as the city seeks a formal agreement on expenditures and responsibilities.
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