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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1929
Page
1
City officials announce the annual weed-removal drive across streets parks and river banks during clean-up week. Parks Commissioner urges presidents and residents to cut weeds at homes and yards, citing a city-wide effort to beautify and maintain public spaces.
City council at Monday meeting issued two sewer line permits. W P Hamlin received authorization to install a line on Hainemeier Anthony and Broadbent streets at 33500. Travis R Jones secured a permit to install a second sewer line at Fucston for 450 dollars.
A violin claimed to be Niccolo Paganini’s is in Mirel M L Thomas’s possession at 603 Avenue T. Her father bought it for 250 dollars. the instrument is reportedly over 200 years old and bears Paganini marks. A local violin maker judged it handmade and antique, with ties to the Smith family in Angelina County.
Two ordinances appropriating funds for street paving were approved by the city commission Monday morning. Hearings were set for three other paying projects as part of the session. An appropriation of funds was ready to authorize paving on Cucolina from Hoath Presa to South Chores street, with another firm to cover Monard street from Locust to Dewes plate. Petitions were heard for improvements on properties near Tynversite Avenue, from Fredericks Wycx road to Braves street, Frit street Loom Hoyster, and on Laredo and Laureltree from Atlanta to Evergreen.
A flat tire incident led Earl Makavier and Marion Smith to be jailed after an eventful day. Testimony described interactions with officers and a failing attempt to fix the flat, with references to local authorities and a court appearance.
Jailed Simmy Singer Ye Wedmant averun faced two charges of burglary and theft after breaking into the home of WooC. Saunders at 611 Drexel Avenue. Jewelry valued at $50 was reported stolen as police investigated the suspect’s link to the crime. The bond set at $1000 was not posted.
A city detective involved in a fatal shooting near Tee Haw a suspect named Tate was released on a $0 bond after a preliminary complaint filed. The case, signed by Deblevdive We G0 r, moves to the grand jury in Ninety-fourth district court Tuesday. Tate reportedly attacked an officer, who was hospitalized after being struck. The detective involved faces suspension during the investigation and awaits formal action. Witnesses Tim Cooper and D P Mewni of Blowstan testified.
A husband and his lover were arrested after attempting to dispose of a boy they had harmed. The pair fled to a farm home before authorities were alerted and are in custody following discovery of the missing victim.
A court heard a dispute involving Margarita Modriguez and two assailants on Range Street. Witnesses described an altercation with Miss Rodrigues, who was reportedly assaulted. The defendants, Manoel and Triureia Palencia, received fines for simple assault after testimony from neighbors and irritants.
Robert Holbrook stands trial on a robbery by assault with a firearm charge. He allegedly held up a bank at 101 West Heaston Street, Escrenstile, on March A. He has been held in custody since the night of the robbery. Judge W.O. Minny presides in the district court, with the appeal likely to follow.
Judge Dave Watken presided over a vagrancy case in Carperation court with Geers Pronk Jahns and Tolpis Co Thavidean fined 10. Earlier testimony cited a group at the Jefferson hotel with companions. The scene drew remarks on conduct and penalties.
A fragmented court note states that what is labeled tea was deemed marihuana, with a $25 fine imposed. The text references a judge ruling and mentions a local store setting, KMart, amid garbled phrases.
A garbled letter from WILL ROGERS describes a chaotic scene with players and tests, mentioning a birdie or aggle, a Carloxd nickname, and a victorious Hor tan Ainith who walked in a Winner. The text references Hardy wen, Washington, and a comparison of abilities amid confusion and boasting.
The Ely administration plans a meeting next Friday in City Hall to launch voter outreach for reerection. Precinct officers county officials market and city commissioners are invited. A second session with mayor, commissioners and precinct managers is set for 7:40 p.m. Thursday in the council chambers. The Grab meeting will occur in the Ely Auditorium basement with water and county officials attending. The campaign program was presented to the city council by Ver y Sehinph Vintmuiinger and Mandar Jos approved.
A jumble of topics covers wild horses and Montana packing plans, vaccination debates in Britain and France, English and Russian figures, and economic notes on agriculture and tariffs. The text mentions wild horse capture, meat destined for Europe, vaccination advocacy, and references to historical figures amid scattered observations.
A city brief in a rate dispute with a telephone company seeks to block a 20 to 88 percent increase. City Attorney Joe Ryan notes two stenographers and two machines spent two months on preparation. Judge Joseph B. Wibbrell may grant time extensions. decision slated around June 5 unless extended. The company filed February 28. the city had one month to respond, with a later extension noted.
A local sales meeting was held led by RW. Galloway with attendance from Tronty-Cve and Pee Tron and Steel Men staff. The agenda focused on product alignment and upcoming Tuesday schedule.
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