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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1925
Page
1
The jail foreman allegedly assaulted his wife in their home, dragged her from bed, and turned on her mother when she tried to intervene. Neighbors heard noises, detectives pursued, and the suspect surrendered after the complaint and arrest warrant were issued. The wife said this was the second time she suffered his violence.
An Italian official, secretary of the interior, arrives aboard the Fabre liner Providence to learn his marriage to Migg Nagey of Parucket is reportedly annulled, claiming she is the wealthiest in Rhode Island. The owner’s departure triggers a bond held as the pair’s prospects diverge.
Reported last night or early today vandals toppled headstones in the Ragin cemetery. Many stones broken or uprooted with damage estimated in the thousands. several monuments stood several feet high. Local experts have been brought in to assess the destruction and pursue responsible parties.
Local report says police are alert for four suspects believed connected to a saddle theft from James Break of Brads. A suspect, described as an egg puncher, disappeared after the incident, with details unclear.
Prohibition officers staged two raids late Friday seizing more than 100 bottles of beer 220 pints found in a vacant house near Ask Street and nearly 700 bottles at the Deer location. The seizures included whiskey equipment and 400 gallons of spirits paraphernalia. One man Cannon was arrested with other suspects charged amid the bust.
Lena and iFufin Briam were bequeathed a loom exchange in the will of Meir Briam, who died August 2, leaving an estate valued at about $200. They also received a home at 126 Lavaea street. Five nieces and nephews shared in gifts from $850 to $500, with Briam’s brother Levis Bein named executor.
George Winn and Taylor BMzione are charged jointly with transporting liquor into the district. Under US Commissioner Jr. J. Filwards they faced a preliminary hearing and were held under an 85000 bond. Kent posted a 500 bond after arguing with the witness during the hearing.
Private Ernest Titodeaur of the medical department at Stolion Tinapital suffered severe burns to the face hands and body when his car crashed on the F burg road Friday. The blaze appeared to start after an explosion from the fuel line. He received treatment for his injuries at the scene.
Authorities probe the adoption of Dorothy Browning, a nine year old known as Cinderella, amid allegations from Mrs St John and Mrs Willian St. Julia of Rye, N Y. Dorothy’s guardian, Me Browning, is under scrutiny over bills and possible ulterior motives as the case extends beyond a Newark origin to Orseral Lake Vermont.
In Thirty seventh District Court a Greek man faded in his bid to regain a 17 year old bride said to have been abducted by her father. The father testified he opposed the union due to the daughter's death and claimed she had gone to New York for education and was not controlled by him.
A chaotic steam and ash eruption lashes the double volcano of Ometepe in Nicaragua. Dense smoke and ash rise from both peaks, forcing nearby plantations to fear damage as surrounding areas brace for impact.
General Malone praised Anovial praia and the Kourih Infantry Brigade at Kerabern for the appearance morale and condition of the barracks. He noted staff conduct and expressed high regard for the unit after a morning inspection by General Jaul of Matone.
Sunlit wartime note announces scooter and pushmobile trials in Brackenridge Park next week at 10 am. The Light 4 plans solar speed tests, altacopter and pushmobile entries, with judges, starters, and prizes arranged. Navy orders entry blocks for both vehicles, urging driver familiarization and speed estimates ahead of the big race day.
Justice Padward Breewan, in Virginia Minnesota, ruled Bible readings in public schools lawful in the Kaplan case. Judge Fremman found no constitutional infringement and denied the plaintiff's injunction request against the Independent School District of Virginia and the board of education.
In Ninety fourth district court Saturday a judge denied Sophie Seavel control of Mary and John Sehingler. The decision, amid contentious arguments by both parents and grandparent, prevents removal of the children from their parent except under a formal court schedule. The mother, said to be invalid, remains the custodian under the terms set by the court.
Jefferson Highway officials pressed for priority in federal assistance citing a 1920s request. Secretary of the Jefferson Highway Association disclosed that Mason City leader Mr. Sheppard supported the plea amid talks tied to a Waco summit and a broader push for funding allocation.
Delegation from Sam Aniaaiy departed for Taranto to attend the terennial assembly of the General Grand Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star on August 9. The jury included Mr and Afra T A Eldridge I A Heil and D A Davilow last grand narivty of Texaey Mre Taare B H Bart past most worthy grand matron central grand chapter and Dr Alfred G McDaniel pat most worthy grand patron of general chapter at chat man of the hoard of grand vusteca of Texas of the Artington Order of Lent en Star Home. Mm Wolridge is a past worthy tread matron.
Hares Martin, manager of Southwestern Trionhone Companys, sustains broken ankle and leg strain after an accident at Medina Lake while attempting to jump from a heat to a nailing pier. He has been recovering at his desk for weeks.
Reported by officials, total tax collections on production for the current quarter reached 1.683 million dollars. The figures were provided as part of quarterly financial updates, noting contributions from various districts and overseen by Worrell and related offices.
Six glowing years pass in the life of Chickie who, once branded and broken, finds renewal through marriage to David and care for children and the garden. She recalls past hurts, witnesses others’ choices, and discovers purpose in service and family amid the rewards and sorrows of Time.
An alleged fixer in a speeding case was charged with swindling under S50 after a deputy sheriff filed a complaint alleging he accepted money to influence a justice court decision. The case began when Tack Mew arrested a man and Deputy Sheriff T N Thoree reported the alleged payment meant to square the proceeding. The defendant did not answer in court, prompting further investigation.
By the Associated Press Austin reports former Texas labor commissioner C Jennings died at home after several weeks of illness. He had come to Austin from Hemmone and was appointed to the state labor office by Governor W B Hubber, serving as the dean of the Bobby administration. He is survived by his widow and three children, Mrs Fi A Marks of Boarmont TD Tennings and Wie ton Jannings.
A distraught mother believes her 13 year old son Buster Davis was enticed away and killed by an older boy near Salado Creek. She and police fear the boy’s body may be found in the water as searches begin citywide Saturday. The mother said the suspected youth was a dangerous companion and had previously warned her son away.
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