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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1929
Page
1
Readable fragments reflect a feature by Arthur Brisbane with fragmented text likely from a column. The snippet hints at a commentary style but provides limited coherent facts or names to anchor a full summary.
A garbled report mentions a secret “death ray machine” in San Francisco and a young California girl Minne Smith breaking a record, then shifts to aviation pioneer George M. Ballina, and ends with anti Semitic tensions and a Red Cross convention note. The piece is fragmented with multiple unrelated items and misspellings throughout.
Readable text reports forecast of near normal to mild temperatures, with a moderate northerly wind, and scattered frost in parts of the region. East to northeast winds are noted with chances of frost overnight, especially in western areas. some areas may reach near freezing Tuesday night.
A preliminary hearing in Mission Texas freed Kokernot after charges involving two bad checks and gambling surfaced amid a noisy scene. Grace Tipton testified about a poker game at her King William apartment and related checks, amounts and alleged drinking.
Postmaster General Brown faces complaints about stamp glue from the Post Office Department. Stamps dry in transit and detach from envelopes after moistening, causing loss to senders and prompting scrutiny of the adhesive quality.
The forecast calls for cool temperatures and clear skies into Thursday night and Friday. Lows near AB degrees with highs around 0 as winds shift northerly, marking a brief cooldown after recent warm spells.
General plans for remodeling the Wohern BR Green hospital, county maintained, likely to be completed by May 1. County judge Perry and Habbertson said the work includes elevators and air conditioning. The project, costing about $70,000, was set for completion with public advertisements.
Morrows depart Mexico for the United States with party members named Morrow and Spencer, traveling under a Marine aviation or college affiliation, leaving from a Mexican port and heading to an American destination.
The jury weighs charges against 21 year old Bete Pliper for múnire in the stabbing of Vere during a confrontation at a Whitegs club. Flores testified he was attacked and later stabbed Vere after attempting to help Pant Garcia. The state rested Wednesday afternoon and planned rebuttal before adjournment. Judge W. W. McCracy presided.
Judge Dave Watson presided as Steffler assumed the city court bench. Defense counsel argued during the murder case while Tyul E. Steffler headed the street department and awaited Judge Watson's return expected Saturday.
E Y Jennings, a pioneer landowner and early West Terks resident, died at age 78 after a long illness. He was survived by 12 children.
Lincoln Neb April 25 The forty fifth session of the Nebraska legislature adjourned early today. The house held five days in recess and adjourned with sessions ending despite delays.
The cruiser Tenzacola was launched at the Brooklyn navy yard today, with Pensacola noted in the report and Uncle Stine mentioned in the surrounding context of the ceremony.
New York flyer Mildred Soviuk aims for a Rome flight after setting a new endurance record for American women. She stayed in the air 26 hours 21 minutes 32 seconds, surpassing May Thaden’s previous mark by four hours 18 minutes. She spoke of sleepiness but confidence about the Rome attempt.
The Runge Poultry Judges prevailed in a challenging event with few perfect scores. Top scorer Poime led strong showings from Carrell Warner Atulph Bolden and Bit Lewis as Varnell served as marshal at the Fortest center.
A report from Aurora states Dennis Sheriff Pearke Peek and associates, part of a raid that led to the killing of Mrs. Liffian Dekhiz, claim they were fired on last night while patrolling. Shireff Grubeolay was informed of the incident and the gunfire occurred during the routine patrol.
A Colorado farmer, Thewhesr Tatlin Jr., was found shot to death in a field near the Vigman community. A rifle gas was located nearby. The farmer’s widow survives.
An amusing dispatch notes Stimson's parrot departing Manila for Washington with a farewell by Old Soah's caretaker. The bird reportedly showed sadness and spoke only a few syllables as it left Malacanan, site of the governor's residence, after a chaotic night prior to the party.
The American Petroleum Institute and the federal board agree on a plan to curb over production. Directors reviewed the program and unanimously backed the study as a path to reduce excess output amid industry concerns regarding efficiency and future supply.
Funeral arrangements were being made for Judge Henry Head noted as a former associate justice of the Court of Civil Appeals. He died after an illness, with services planned for Thursday in the city.
Washington reports Daveeny Stemi of Virginia, a leading Republican, is slated to become governor of Porto Rico after the United States administration endorses the choice, according to current dispatches.
Thousands of San Antonio schoolchildren gathered at the Alamo Thursday to lay flowers at the shrine in solemn ceremony. They marched from Brackenridge and Central High with red white and pride in uniforms, sang The Eyes of Texas, and paraded pets in a charity dog showcase.
A dawn battle along a seven mile front in Souler Ronora pits 12000 federal forces against rebels. Artillery and air support shell rebel works while advance guards clash with heavy casualties reported as both sides push toward entrenched positions.
The fate of the revolt in Sonora hinges on the battle outcome. Moj Tubert Mc Cleave said rebels faltering would fall back on Nogales while a victory could prompt a federal pursuit. American troops remain along the border to safeguard lives and property as tension rises.
Fragmentary report from Mexico City on April 25 describes rebels halting a federal advance after three days of fighting. Rebels allegedly repelled assaults and claimed continued resolve against government troops, with forces led by General Colles asserting determination to crush Cristeros.
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