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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1929
Page
2
Wine ads highlight daily bargains at Claper Hen market with lower prices and steady supply. Local listings emphasize value and accessibility for shoppers seeking affordable wine selections.
The driver, 31, of 131 Monroe Street, testified Tuesday in Corporation Court that he relied on an alibi after being charged with making unnecessary noise. He had been arrested earlier for an open muffler, which he claimed was broken, and was released. Shortly after, another officer arrested a different man in the same charge.
A letter from The San Antonis Light editor describes two youths charged with violating the national prohibition act and an accidental shooting case near Poteet. Friends send $6 and a $0 will accompany the appeal to aid the minors, with funds to be managed by attorney R. L. Neal for their defense and future use.
Ray mond W. Jenkins known as the Radio Romeo was found guilty of polygamy in Boston Municipal Court and sentenced to one year in the house of correction after an appeal bond of 2000. Three women testified they believed they were his only wives, naming Mrs Beatrice Gormley Jenkins Providence Mrs Ethel Wood Jenkins Hyde Park and Marion Birkpatrick West Canton Street South End. Jenkins had previously been found guilty of larceny of two radio sets in Roxbury Court and faced related charges tied to the marriages.
Amarillo attorney for Mir Blakworth says the case against Amarillo resident charged with the slaying of Mrs Grace Morrison of Plainview will be ready for trial when called at Canyon Court on Monday The case was moved to Canyon on Judge Elenis Bishon's initiative after a prior trial here produced a hung jury.
A large roundup begins with 20 cowhands, horses, and two chuck wagons driving along the Yampa River basin to gather horses. Many horses will be culled, with the best sold for riding and work, and poorer stock sent to slaughter markets.
Ottawa report describes aerial forest pest control trials in northern California, with pilots flying fast to target damaging insects. The experiment was monitored by Dominion officials including Major M. Swaine.
Amid unclear telegraphic text, Maj. Gen. Edgar Jadwin is identified as chief of the Army Engineering corps. The brief item notes competing generals Ferke... Deavine and Therma He Tackeon, with references to Washington D C and January dates, suggesting a confirmation or appointment decision pending.
The piece argues for public ownership of hydroelectric power, citing Tacoma and Portland as contrasts. It praises Tacoma’s municipal plants, low rates, big payrolls, and funding for schools, while warning private power harms taxpayers. It lampoons monopolies and urges honest officials, urging Portland to learn from Tacoma’s example.
Local attorney defended multiple clients and himself in corporation court over a brief double parking in the 200 block of North Al Mary's Street. Officer Shanann cited the driver as he waited for a passenger but Judge Dave Watson acquitted, stating he would not fine a man for a few seconds. The article also mentions opportunities in real estate and investments, reflecting local market chatter.
A murder trial in which Snook faces the electric chair unfolds as photographs of Miss Hix in death are introduced to the jury. Prosecutor Chester presents grisly exhibits while defense questions the photo’s relevance, with Judge Searlett admitting the likeness taken in July 1928 amid arguments over identity and motive. Court adjourns for a final afternoon session to challenge the motive behind the killing.
Assistant Attorney General Jack Blalock said promoters plan to bolt a prize fight to which no admission will be charged showing clear intention to evade criminal law prohibiting nude or felonious encounters. The opinion was released in Austin.
Washington agency approves the Texas state highway commission request to build a bridge near Lavaca Bay three miles south of Tort Lavaca, Texas, marking a significant infrastructure project for the region.
Frank Hernandez of 421 Duval street resisted traffic officer C A Dotson during a parking dispute in East Travia Street between seven and nine. He was dragged toward the station after a fight with Officer Polson while Judge Dave Watson fined him two dollars for parking before nine and zero for disturbing the peace.
A dispute over presidential rank in the Danzig Free State drew three nations into debate as Italian warships signaled 21 gun salutes for Dr Heinrich Lahm. Polish consul general Strasburger argued Lahm was not a head of state but only held a prime minister’s rank, entitling him to 19 guns.
Members of the San Antonio Advertising Club met at noon Tuesday at the Plaza Hotel to discuss forthcoming computing and other business details.
Mayor Phil Wright urged the city to codify and print its laws and ordinances after contractors requested a copy of used finances for electrical installations. He argued laws have not been certified since 1800 and a policeman would struggle to find applicable sections among scattered statutes. He hoped pamphlets would let residents and those in public service obtain exact copies.
EL PASO August report spread that prominent cattleman Martig Snyder had been killed in a battle on the D ranch near Vnn Horn Texas. Snyder arrived in El Paso to deny the rumor and stated he was unharmed.
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