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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1928
Page
9
Italian official rebutts rumors about the ill fated Nobile Arctic expedition. The account highlights survivors, the rescue by Russian icebreakers, and personal memories from General Nobile and crew members.
A fragmentary diary style narrative details first exclusive photos of Behounek scarred on a pile of meat cans with a polar bear skeleton in the background. It notes Aviator Lundborg with a mascot dog, and recounts tense observations of a character named Mingi and Malmgren amid a tense Arctic expedition, including ferrying cigarettes and long-night discussions before departure toward Cape North and Kielish scientist concerns.
A seven year old boy accidentally shot his sister in Lindale while handling a shotgun after an argument. The gun discharged while the child fled toward a yard gate, causing a fatal wound in the lower abdomen. The girl died hours later at a Greenville hospital.
A formal dinner for prospective Philea radio dealers is planned at Guol Fridtel in Aug. Speakers include Larry Moye Drown advertising counsel for Philea manufacturers Mint Snyrr M- Mane dell and Alex Provilion Manges. Event targets dealers in San Antonio and other areas.
Marsea Welton, district master of the Thirty-ninth Masonic district of Vesos, and Judge James W. McClenton spoke at a gathering of Masons from across Texas. The event, noted for German remarks and words on rescue, drew attendees from various lodges and highlighted the district’s leadership.
A regional shop markets affordable, at home fitting for medical devices including trusses, Frantiers, artificial limbs, and braces. They claim size variety, personalized service, and prices from five to nine dollars, touting careful fabrication and home fitting when needed.
A fragmented list of radio programs, stations, and church notices. Entries mention Liberty Radio Bases, Calvary Way Church, Southern Equipment, Presbyerian services, and various program blocks across stations KTSA KGCI WOAT KTAP and others. Includes mentions of churches, bulletins, and local market reports with scattered names and times.
KGHC will broadcast the international network program Standany yorting at 8 40 direct from the Qe Coliseum Michigan State Pair grounds Detroit. Judce T Rulherpresident of the International Students association belice Me Theil session Of the Association 28 international convention will be the chief feature. A fremiondtone air network cPell ing fo rnd in stations in two countries.
A columned account details a dedication ceremony for a Shreveport field with arrivals from Kelly Field and six from another unit. It lists pilots and officers including Lt. Lewis, Col. Reid, Capt. Right, and several surgeons as part of the tribute and participation in the event.
A 14 year old girl is reported missing from home since Weihieslay. Authorities list 624 Bt. Gharites street as last known location but details are unclear. Police Batintas are urging anyone with information to contact them.
Fragmentary text references Lake Monarch Ka nose Monarch renamed, located 118 mills northwest of Denver. Mentions fishing, streams, colorage, and South Fork context with unclear details and stray words. Likely damaged notation with inconsistent names and numbers.
Ratlas Inman, a 28 year old vegetable vendor, was fatally injured in what authorities described as a street collision. Police report indicates the incident occurred in the early day hours after his car was involved in a crash with a street vehicle. Investigations continue as officials confirm the victim’s identity and the circumstances surrounding the crash.
In Calntown August 4 a church council bans dances and short skirts amid a reform movement. Members refusing to dance face excommunication, risking denial of sacraments such as marriage and baptism. Special forms of indecent dress for dancers are to be advertised. Critics denounce attacks on young women using power or range.
The Southern Pecan Shelting company projects mixed 1927 pecan yields with potential gains in the South, Southeast, and Central Texas. Insects, storage issues, and earlier frosts threaten yields. shipments for 1926 27 and 28 are listed by town and buyer, showing wide variation across counties and plantations.
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