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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 30, 1927

Page

11

Widow Katherine Snyder in court over murder plot details

Mrs Snyder testified about her role in the March 20 murder plan amid emotional tears in Queens court. She described meeting Henry Graz, involvement with poisoning schemes, and implored her lover to kill her husband while denying a prior confession as coerced.

New York Kath Snyder Henry Indi Gras Lumanity Erie Hee Inishung Albert Bagder Weng Chin Queens Village Vielentir Les Gray Caray Lawence Arden Bey Snyder Ale Edgar F Harlelue Vrie Hzleils Abe Beld Tex Na Follunas Menry Judd Graz Abe Mitch Ji Aneieond Inca Bop Leon Aufero Hera Spider Bur Deen

Film Star Death Mystery Deepens as Probe Proceeds

Los Angeles reports a murky case surrounding film cowboy Tom Letrick's death after an all night gin party at his Hollywood home. Authorities pursue statements from Mrs. Sarah Kerrick, held on a murder charge, amid conflicting testimony and questions about who fired the gun during a scuffle. The absorbing probe aims to clarify the events that led to the fatal shooting and the alcohol fueled circumstances surrounding the tragedy.

Los Angeles Tom Letrick Hollywour Howe Kerrick Natior Hilt Manning Merry Ugususe Abe Arecy

Youth Dies on First Elevator Ride in San Angelo

In San Angelo Texas a youth named Pedra Aganilliy died during his first elevator ride in the Co tya Natlagat bank building. He became trapped between the age and wall as the elevator moved, with bystanders unable to reach him in time. Police report an accidental death during a routine ascent.

San Angelo Tilorsal Keevler Ban Angelo Mitte Dwardiac Blaninheas

Merry and Derrick Love Triangle Plays Out in Small Town

A license clerk records the entangled relationship among Merry, Derrick Barked, and Anthony Gaines as Merry hesitates to marry Tony. Derrick, Belén, and others move through college life, engagements, and rival suitors while Merry seeks independence amid family expectations and local social pressures.

Courpe Ley Alia Anthony Gaines Tony Merry Tally College Ling Mevrs Tang Islave Montunu Meeps Belen Bill Meporvel Causle Merricea Mosley Kademan Musty Fativs Bezel Morley Hautmann Muriel

The Story Continues With Merry and Family Turmoil

The excerpt shows Merry amid family drama over a hasty marriage, a jailed Derrick Jones, and a tense household. Jilly, Mom, Jinny, and Tiny push plans while Merry reads a letter about marriage, facing disapproval and rumors. The scene ends with preparations for a continuation tomorrow as tension rises.

Chaplin ordered to pay wife large alimony and costs

In Los Angeles on April 3 a judge set Charlie Chaplin's alimony at 162000 per month after a divorce hearing with estranged wife Oona, revealing film profits and salaries. Attorneys indicated Chaplin earned substantial sums from The Gold Rush and separate properties, while Mrs Chaplin outlined a budget for six servants and living expenses.

US Angeles Chadds Chaylly Jome Agais Tipe Gry Chopin Duasph M. Schanek Corporation Chaplin Sebenek Chiplin Vluw Bint Waolaty Hearith Tor Liorwel Mra. Chaplin

Ark Experts Lecture on Discipline

Playground and park discipline and administration dominated the final session of the Southwest District conference. Speakers included Mr Olive Mekeen Troilo and R G C Oliver with city officials on board relations to playground programming. Delegates from Arkansas, Texas, Louisiana and other districts attended.

Auerica Mazi Root Lionsfield Xperchen Mir Olive Mekeen Troilo R. G C. Oliver Trongfield Philgromers Weocliver Clatlea Osharne Beans Philground Y. Leffington Mary Gretis Robert Bass Minoru Arkansas Texas Louisiana

30000 Sailors See New Fork at Fleet Ends Caribbean Training

30000 sailors visited New York as part of a fleet ending Caribbean training. The gray war vessel with 117 officers and thousands of crew steamed into Manhattan for a one day stay before departing May 16 for Army-Navy war exercises in Narragansett Bay. The personnel included 277 officers and 110 noncommissioned officers, among others.

N.Y New Fork Nrg Manhattan — Island Clerk Caribbean Sea Narragansett Bay Navy

Cantalope Market Report From Lower Rio Grande Area

Foreranness of the season on cantaloanes shows higher prices and good quality fruit at the cantaloop market. Cucumbers, lettuce, potatoes and celery show varied pricing with celery scarce and potatoes steady. local prices rise for several vegetables as buyers seek fresh stock.

Rio Grande Wismiers Touto Ceiltarfix Hughal Norstefogs

Local Produce Prices From Arles Wholesale Market

A fragment lists diverse produce and wholesale prices including Cantalea four dollars per bushel, Black-eyed peas two fifty, Asparagus fifteen per dozen, Celery five cents each, Beets thirty cents per dozen, Wax beans two dollars, Green beans three per barrel, Potatoes two sixty per hundred pounds, Tomatoes two dollars per day, Hot peppers thirty cents per pound, Green onions one twenty five per dozen, Cabbage one dollar per one forty, Bananas four to six cents per pound, Okra four twenty five per bushel, Pineapples six to five eighty per crate, Valencia oranges four per tier, Red Ball lemons one quarter per unit, Grapefruit two eight hundred per hire, Strawberries two per crate, and related notes. The entry appears to be a rough OCR of a regional produce price table.

Ferri Arles Nivadihe Iid Vegetevlea Cantalea Paisley Vane Erste Thutath Califorcia Nord Okra Valencia Royaters

Hoover to Radio Flood Aid Speech Time and Place

Fragmented notice describes President Hoover speaking on flood relief at a radio station with a program lineup including entertainment and music. It references April and a station in the Eastern area, with a weathered, uncertain transcription of venue and time.

Hoover New Dius Ladd Nor Ionm Elanta Sietini Tisten

Leper to be Taken to Jail in North Carolina

Report from Raleigh states authorities have located a leper in western North Carolina and plan to move him back to the Carville leper camp for confinement. The message notes this transfer as part of ongoing public health efforts.

Raleigh N.C Volar Carville Feiern Ieprasariem Qihyai Bie Ewcupier

New Ford Case Set for July Hearing in Detroit

A civil matter involving Aaron Supira vs Ford and Dearborn is scheduled for a July 1 conference. Judge Raymond will oversee proceedings at Longue as the case progresses, with sessions planned in Detroit and Dearborn.

Ford VPI Aaron Supira Terre Ford The Dearborn Benting Moderal Jurgen Fred M. Raymond Kidrs

Berkeley College Seizes 93 Quarts of Scotch in Raid

A campus crackdown at Berkeley College led by President Wy W. Campbell recovered 93 quarts of whiskey from a student–driven incident. Authorities say the seized liquor was stored in dormitory areas, prompting discipline and a review of campus alcohol policies.

Berkeley Cot Wuie Wy W. Campbell Ruiz

Multisunday church listings mix on Saint Luke and others

A crowded, era-tinged church services notice lists numerous congregations, pastors, and worship times across several parishes including Saint Luke, Brow Lurneron chapel, Evangelical Lutheran, and others. The page provides service hours, youth events, worship styles, and holiday observances, without coherent narrative.

Saint Luke's Uailes Summeran Halaron Jake T. Guttson Gehaul Thra Paniversary Ancvicts JL A. i St Bom Nilesluuary Amy Bearil Morta Shumias al Wovernment Huharin Nurtty Hine Sasye Theodore X. Biong Sunilugge Heather Mial Soul Peraa Joirsiochieds Sindey Duhcot Bn Walt Chicago Boulevard Oract P. Hein Uvertoundies Pony Maine Jols Buana Lacheran Terdley Ali Marannage Bamnt Jewp Hremeeiten Lutheran Nueva Walt Aujeust Bretee Tengilsh Serigon Nivale Gan Mar Errive Paul Elany Boy Pic Lughor Lughor Jearn Bop. Tm Thalys Selchers Orl Priaay

Episcopal Church Communion and Services In Burnet Area

Fragmented OCR notes describe a church parish with a rector Vylvestar Tt Anhertana and curate Framie in 1 sulise. It mentions regular communion at 10 am and 7 30 am, choral evensong at 8 pm, and Sunday services including a 9 40 am and Friday entries.

Baint Tuli Burnet Nyorth Backherrs Jey Rudinns Jantor Churcl Fev Travis Parte Rolfe PB Grim Paator Vylvestar Anhertana Nenlir Framie Sulise Toate Isha Willam Ty Caylis Iaslug B. Tehards

Evangelist Srangeifest at Canton attracts diverse crowd

Community events feature Walter Lolkn leading a Sunday service and a school program at SHS. A “Bent Bealer” oration prompts a brief devotional, with plans for youth activities, adult Bible study at 7:30 p.m., and a Monday night meeting. A church-wide revival and midweek events are scheduled, including choir rehearsals and youth gatherings.

Srangeifest Canton Nuouda Galnelont Maitoriin Moms Weanauduyy

Baptist- Situt Raphiel Vauetli and Local Religious Meetings

Fragmented OCR describes Baptist gatherings and prayer meetings across multiple locales. It lists venues such as West Bawrel and Fredericushu with dates including Saturday and Sunday services. Names like Jenny Dhory and William H Jayner appear amid references to teachers and ministers.

Raphiel Vauetli Gateu Uecior Gerelees John Tamiwel Neraska Long Mater Jenny Dhory

Catholic Mass and Community Notes In Mabile Alabama

Fragmented text references Catholic services and community items. Mentions Marys, Atanas, At West, children, and a fast speed of 230 mph. Context unclear due to damaged OCR.

Mary's Atreals Pivacou Pusto Atanas Eerman Childrens Hiden Sarrlea Lidiew Codwilly Wil Razelis Commanina Ang Mort Heening Sevice JB P Messed Tay Ee Vanuels Catholic Predpricizhate Rill F.C. Seno Neater Miners

Church of Christ study and services schedule

The Church of Christ announces a Bible study and prayer meeting schedule. Services include communion at 11 a m and 7 43 p m, with a Wednesday prayer meeting and a women’s Bible class. Activities listed for Denver Hokeita and local church members at 401 Turter Arthur Building.

Denver Hokeita Turter Arthur Bldter Milniscen Bible KePicés Cammune Elanans Mur

Christian Science church services and testimonial meeting schedule

A fragmented notice lists church services for Christian Science communities including Christ, Semetist and Selancist groups. It mentions Sunday service times, a midweek testimonial meeting, and a planned reading at Chantan Maverink Building with hours around 2 to 3 pm and a fee noted as $6.2.

Invest Church of, Christ Seeviris Putisi Botoni Church of Hhelale Selancist Jiagnulla Telkiap Schear Omy ST Wes Pantenment S.r Wednesnes Chantan Maverink Ware Mays Bayday

Community notices and church service schedule

Fragmented OCR lists names and times for church services and religious gatherings. Mentions Christian Christiel Aleln Fan Ned Darby and a pastor, Bible school, and a meeting at a Gil ny Et Dreyer location with evening services referenced.

Mat Gervleen Vosthaan Gil Ny Et Dreyer Werthendayy

Atlantic Aviator Postpones Flight Plan Across Ocean

A disrupted report notes Gopi Ghaslee A Lind Vorgh delaying an planned transatlantic flight this summer. The postponement affects a test run and shifts the timeline to early next week, with implications for the pilot’s ongoing schedule and publicity.

Atlantic San Diego Cal Royalrs Gopi Ghaslee A Lind Vorgh Lovla Marane Tewle

Presbyterian Church Notices Amid Community Gatherings

A dense fragmentary notice from a Presbyterian community details sermons, prayer meetings, and church events. It mentions Westminster Presbyterian Garden Witham, morning and evening services, Sunday school, and a consolidated schedule of midweek prayer gatherings, youth and missionary society activities, and a charitable feast. Named individuals include S. Tate and J. R. Huwe as pastors or organizers, with dates and times scattered throughout the text.

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Spiritualist Meeting and Healing Service Planned

The sparsely legible notice announces a Wednesday spiritualist gathering by the NonStantist Rasearsn society at 610 Fellows, featuring a pastor Nene and MdW Holedad. It mentions a healing message titled Offenses Agate Gad with flower ceading and an address at 120 p. near Phuraley.

Dempie Iveraugns Tor Rasearsn Society Holedad Inigs Rervices

Community and Religious Notices Mixed from Local Page

Fragments show lectures church events and meetings at multiple venues including Central and First Tower, with listings for Rall, Unitarian chapel, and Mormon chapters. Dates span a week with evenings and Sunday services, Sunday school and international study notes among scattered advertisements and notices.

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Fragmented OCR item about church services and schedule

Fragmented text references Congregational groups, locations, services and a morning event. Mentions names and times in unclear OCR form. Content lacks coherent facts, but hints at a church activities schedule and evening gathering.

Young People Lead Christian Believers at San Antonio District Meet

Bundy of the Armed ChristIan Hoearter organization presided as the San Antonio district convention opened Friday night. Speakers included Miss Marlo Motastin, M. McGill, Miss Rosie Haws, Ella Hrasy, RL Arnold, and Mary Carngs fan. A total meeting followed Saturday afternoon at the Original Mexican restaurant with Reverend Mach Calloway and Reverend T. Jones noted among attendees. The convention closed Sunday afternoon with a program of talks and prayers.

Bundy Marlo Mot'astin Mia Tt. M. McGill Rosie Haws Engine War Hupperts Ella Hrasy RL Arnold Mary Carngs

Sabinal Fire Official Die in Collision Injuries

The Sabinal fire department assistant chief Jess Butley died Friday night from injuries after a collision between two fire trucks. The body was taken to a nearby town for funeral arrangements set for Saturday. The chief’s wife Mick Joe Watson and her two children were in a car during the incident at the scene.

Sabinal Fire Jess Butley Sabinal Fire Department Buttersea Mick Joe Watson

Harriman Becomes Magazine Editor in Red Bank and Blue Book

CHICAGO April 30 Eltwin Bulmer, author of That Basic Girl and Tim Blind Maun's Eyes, named editor-in-chief of the Red Bank and Blue Book magazines, succeeding Karl Wain Harriman. The father, after fourteen years at the lead of deter emgesineg, is poised to become vice president of a New York publishing concern.

Harriman Chicago Eltwin Bulmer Tim Blind Maun Red Bank Blue Book Karl Wain Harriman Afte de Ter Emgesineg Vise Press New York

Sun Still Retains Considerable Heat

Unclear article fragment discusses heat retention by the sun and its long-term stability. Mentions American Philosophical Society and American Society of Mammalogists with unnamed eminent figures. Contains malformed text and speculative statements about humanity’s development over millions of years.

Philadelpris American Philosophical Society American Society of Mammalogists Hive Queekers

Old-Time Dance Hints At Local Venues Across May

A garbled list of upcoming dances and social events across small towns and venues. Mentions Old Time Hanes at MacDone Shoo, Artel dance nights, May Day dances Castroville, themes like The Flame of Pleasure, and performances by local bands and clubs. Includes scattered venue names, dates, and times with many unreadable fragments.

MacDone Aite Thee Artel Adv

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