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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 07, 1924

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Walton Edges Howard In Oklahoma Senate Race Lead Grows

The AP tally shows Walton leading E B Howard for U S Senator from Oklahoma with 72 058 to 7 852, from 29 96 precincts with 1 137 reported, Wrightsman conceding, and Kernan endorsements shaping the race. Incumbent congressmen hold position as returns drain in from contested districts and state offices standings remain stable.

Oklahoma City Okla E. B. Howard J. C. Walton Oklaoma United States Robert L Associated Press Walton Howard C. J. Wrightsman Daily Ok Jahoman T. P. Gore Weightsman S. P. Freeling Wrightsman W. B Pine 2 Okmulwee Fs Pine Lorton Scott Leedy Leiber Bingham Pine

German War Bond Profits Amaze World

The article notes a surge in demand for German government bonds as fears of partition or Bolshevism ease. Prices rose from near zero to high marks, with profits possibly reaching extraordinary percentages as expectations for the Dawes plan gain traction and Allied approval looms.

Germany United States Canada Dawes Pital

Texas pair charged with baby's murder in Fort Worth

Aug. 7 Roy Ray and wife arrested at Fullsboro on murder charge after returning from a Wahachie hospital. Murray family found early one morning six weeks ago with severe beating and knife wounds. Murray's throat cut ear to ear and death expected. one child died.

Fort Worth Roy Ray Fullsboro Wxahachie Murray

Fort Clark Soldiers Held as Smugglers Near Fally Pass

Five Fort Clark soldiers were arrested near here at 1 o'clock this morning by customs officers and jailed on liquor smuggling charges. Officers seized 86 quarts of tequila, a bottle of beer, and an automobile. The detainees are John W. Gates O. D. McReady Richard M. Quarnes George Gusbrecht and Wallace Steachan.

Fort Clark Fally Pass Tex United States John W. Gates O. d. McReady Richard M. Quarnes George Gusbrecht Wallace Steachan

Louisiana Pays 40 Cents for Cotton First Bale

In Shreveport Louisiana the first bale of this season's cotton paid 40 cents per pound. The bale arrived a day before the IS crop bales, weighed 695 pounds, and graded good middling.

Shreveport Ang Marty Louisiana

Food costs rise 1 to 3 percent in July survey

The Labor Department reports food prices in 19 of 44 surveyed cities increased by one to three percent in July. Boston and Indianapolis saw a three percent rise, Dallas Milwaukee Portland and Providence two percent, Birmingham Denver Newhaven Peoria and Scranton one percent, while Bridgeport and Detroit rose under half a percent. Several cities including Cincinnati Atlanta Norfolk Fall River and Louisville posted declines ranging from three to under one percent.

Washington D. GC Labor Department Department of Labor Statistics Boston Indianapolis Dallas Milwaukee Portland Oregon Providence Birmingham Denver Newhaven Peoria Scranton Bridgeport Detroit Cincinnati Atlanta Norfolk Fall River Louisville

Missouri Governor Nominees Led by Nelson and Baker

Nelson and Baker led their parties for Missouri governor as results from most precincts reported. Nelson held a Democratic lead over Jacobs. Baker led the Republican field with Miller second, and Victor Miller was noted as a strong challenger.

ST. Louis Aug. T Arthur W. Nelson Bunceton Sam A. Baker Jefferson City Nelson W Baker Nelson Ward E. Tacobs Kansas City Henri 5. Priest George B. Moore Fowler S. Loftin Jacobs Dri Moors Loftin Miller Floyd Victor Miller Police Board Thute St. Morrow James T. O'Brien Alice Curtice Moyer-Wing Thirteenth Elmer Laplata W Meredith Poplar Bhitf I - AL LL MaccCawley Carthage

Dick Loeb governor to testify at long court session

A courtroom in which Dick Loeb's governor faces testimony as witnesses describe Loeb's nervous habits and behavior. The exchange includes objections from Mr. Crowe, remarks about Loeb's reading, and observations from Schrayer and Lorraine Nathan. The judge warns to maintain order as testimony continues.

Darren Michigan Rr. Darrow Loeb Mir. Crowe Darrow Mr. Crowe Schrayer Crowe Mr. Darrow Loch Gaverly le Fer Leech Schrager Miss Nathan Tolotic Lodi

Laundry driver dies after poison attempt in Fort Worth

E Mur dock, a laundry delivery driver, collapsed on his wagon after swallowing poison Wednesday afternoon. He died before doctors arrived. In a note he cited unbearable troubles, including years of separation from his wife.

Fort Worth

Tom G. Taylor Held for Tobacco Fraud

Tom G. Taylor, former official of a Winston Salem tobacco firm, appeared before U S Commissioner Stephen G. Long in Los Angeles to deposit a 10000 dollar bond and waive removal hearing on an indictment charging him with conspiracy to defraud. He allegedly misrepresented prices to influence prospective investors.

Los Angeles Tom G. Taylor Winston Salem N. C United States Stephen G. Long

Ann Luther Accuses White of Undeclared Love Plot in Film Deal

Ann Luther claims the mining man White promised film investments to her during two negotiations. He allegedly offered $100,000 to back her projects and a weekly drawing account, then repeated these assurances on a train to Hollywood with profits to be shared. A deposition described White's affectionate attentions to Luther amid talks of a Seraphines series.

Long Island Hollywood Mable Condon Birdwell Hollywood Actors’ Booking Agency Luther White

Italian Prince Humbert Dined By Buenos Aires Bright Crowd

Crown Prince Humbert of Italy arrived aboard the cruiser San Giorgio for an official visit and was the guest of honor at a banquet. The reception described as the greatest ever accorded a foreign visitor in Buenos Aires, with South Americans hosting the event last evening.

Buenos Aires Prince Humbert Italy San Giorgio

Luling Oil Worker Hurt Falls From Derrick

Tex Aug 7 Jack Chuig about 25 fell twenty feet from a derrick in the Luling oil field and landed on his back on timber He was taken to a hospital in Luling for treatment and it is feared his injuries may prove fatal

Luling Tex Jack Chuig

Cement Mills Cult Output and Plant Closures

A partial report notes cement mills produced 7 output with a strike halting production. Two plants in Eastern Washington closed temporarily due to the struction, reducing combined output to about 4000 barrels.

Washington

Curiosity Seekers Die Viewing Crash Scene Near Voorhees Crossing

Three Public Service company employees from New Brunswick were killed and two severely injured when their car was struck by a Pennsylvania railroad passenger train at Voorhees crossing. The group had diverted to view the disaster scene after a prior fatality at the crossing. Names given: Thomas Miller, Ray Cole, John Scheska. hospital patients Raymond Seden and Curtis Clark. Conditions described as serious for the latter two.

New Brunswick N. J Ang Pennsylvania Railroad Voorhees Crossing Public Service Company Thomas Miller Ray Cole John Scheska St. Peter's Hospital Raymond Seden Curtis Clark

Postal business grows at Austin post office

Aug 7 Austin Postmaster George Sparensberg reports steady summer growth in postal business. July receipts rose from 8,611 last year to 22,953 this year, a about 22 percent increase. All departments show continued gains, indicating stronger local commerce.

Austin George Ti. Sparensberg

Ruth Hobart Released on Bond in Murder Case

Mrs Ruth Hobart widow of Edward W Hobart was freed from Potter county Jail after posting 4000 on murder and 500 on conspiracy charges. Hobart was found dead on the city outskirts July 18.

Amarillo Aug. T Ruth Hobart Edward W. Hobart Potter County Hobart

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