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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1929
Page
6
Chicago April 17 detectives from a bureau squad stopped a $30 000 parcel robbery by catching two gunmen after noticing two men move toward a messenger carrying money. One suspect was beaten into submission as a crowd watched. The captured men named Samuel Gineburg and George Leviton.
Diplomatic circles in Washington report that the Tacna Arica dispute between Chile and Peru is nearing settlement. No official statements have been issued by either country, and Secretary of State Stimson remains silent as negotiations continue to proceed.
A continuation discusses Mellon and the forged vote issue, with Norris accusing Mellons stock owners in specific corporations of being inherently tied to those businesses. He notes Mellon's relatives also own stock in the same firms and claims the family controls several corporations through their holdings.
West Orange police officials report a ghost again haunting the century old city jail built by Fincher Wheeler. Lt. Harry Dangler and aides hear clanking chains and footsteps in empty cells despite no human occupants. The tale references a former actor jailed there and hanged on a non support charge.
In Ruthersville Missouri Roscoe Caldwell 34 of Portepeville and Alvey Mead 26 of the city met in a local hotel and exchanged shots. Caldwell fatally wounded Mead and died himself shortly after from wounds sustained in the exchange.
The Magnolia Gas Co plans a main line upgrade in San Antonio for Public Service Co. Ed Kifer of the Public Service Co says a 20 inch pipe will run 60 miles and an 18 inch line 30 miles. The project aims to ease a gas shortage by providing emergency oil fuel readiness.
Berlin authorities ban all demonstrations on May 1 and keep the December 1928 ban on gatherings in force. Communists vow to stage marches, while police brace for potential unrest with reinforcements from East Prussia and possible troop readiness. News reports reference Bolshevist outlets and warnings of trouble during the May Day period.
San Antonio police halted raids on carnival games in the city plazas. More than 30 men were stationed across the carnival district to monitor operators, with plainclothes officers assigned to watch. No arrests were made Saturday night.
Tom Finty Jr a noted Texas journalist died and funeral services were held in Dallas Dr W J Brad Reid of Southern Methodist University led the rites Friends across the state sent tributes and the capital flag was lowered In his career he worked with A I Belo publications for 81 years.
Fire destroys a section of the Lindbergh museum and a nearby block in Little Falls with an estimated loss of money. The blaze hits the Lindbergh collection as residents mourn the loss of the birthplace of Charles Lingherch and face the impact on local businesses and heritage.
Chicago April 21 John Mel Cormack predicted that within ten years the concert artist will perform on a stage in white tie and be photographed while making music. Films of the performance would be sold for home viewing.
Centra Texas April 27. Andrew Swineboard died today at the home where he had lived for seventy one years. He was the town’s oldest Mason and had served as Mason for many years. He leaves a son and several grandchildren. Funeral arrangements are pending.
A jumble of war era notes reports airlines and defense moves. Alfred Sloane and Central Motors are linked to new aircraft plans. Italy praises Mussolini while Bolshevik fears loom. An American firm ships routes to China and trains Chinese pilots with British precedents amid debate on future air power.
Bloomington April 47 headlines from Indiana's junior prom describe mixed mischief as disguised agents mingled with 673 couples. Deputies from Monroe County intervened after a fight sparked by wine. Several people lost items and some faced home losses as authorities urged calm.
In Sinton April 27 a strong demand for cotton choppers is noted as many workers are in truck and vegetable fields. The cotton crop looks promising with warm weather boosting growth and moisture adequate for an average yield despite grass in some sections and need for chopping.
Washington April 27 reports that business and industry across the United States eclipsed the 1928 level. The commerce department notes 4.06 percent gain in money turnover for the week ending April 20 versus the prior week and about a 20 percent rise from the same period in 1928.
A Black man fired upon a Black individual after he refused a command at a tent settlement near the Traner air field. The assailant shot through the abdomen, injuring the victim as the tense incident unfolded in the south end area.
Three American priests of the Passionist order were killed by bandits 25 miles south of Shen Chow Fu, Henan province in North China while en route to a feast celebration. Father Jerome Reuterman, Fassinnist Provincial, said the priests had no protection and details remain scarce.
Austin reports an income tax bill among revenue measures to be introduced next week by Representative T. N. Mauritz of Canada. The plan aims to abolish the ad valorem tax system, with a federal style tax yielding about 3 million annually, though the rate is undecided.
SINTON Texas April 27 Sinton Kiwanis sponsors a county survey to assess the number of milk cows in San Patricio and adjoining areas to justify a powdered milk plant at Sinton. A five man committee will visit farms to investigate feasibility and local farmer interest backs the plan.
San Patricio County commissioners seek bids on road improvements in Road District No. 1 including Aransan Paso and Tagleside. A $200,000 bond issue was approved last November but only $150,000 is available now. Planned construction connects Aransan Pars to Ingleside then north to the district line toward Gregors, with Avenue B and a main road in Ingleside to be improved.
Detroit on April 27 reports 35 entries for the fifth annual national air tour starting in October. Tour manager Cay Ray Colliny says the event could become the largest yet, with a tentative route covering 25 cities in 30 states and two Canadian provinces.
The Ninetieth Division and the Hundred Fifty sixth Cavalry Brigade will conduct a troop school at Minefield Division headquarters at 5 oclock on Wednesday night. The program covers troop leading, combat formations, and battalion and regimental attack functions. Also notes visiting in Jourdan ton. Miss Fay King of this city visits sister Mrs R B Mexer in Jourdon ton over the weekend.
Former Shipping Board comptroller Col Eugene W. Abanille died after his automobile crashed into a trolley pole in Georgetown. He was removed from the wreckage by passersby and died hours later at Georgetown Hospital.
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