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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 08, 1929

Page

15

Tyranny of a Cleveland judge sparks press freedom clash

The editorial condemns Judge Frederick P. Walther who fined two Cleveland editors 500 each and jailed them for contempt after criticizing an injunction barring enforcement at a race track. It argues a judge cannot preside as plaintiff prosecutor bailiff jury and judge in one case and calls this tyrannical, warning that the Supreme Court and Constitution protect press freedom.

Cleveland Ohio Frederick P. Walther Court of Common Pleas Supreme Court of the United States Congress

Responsibility for Dry Law Violation In the Home

Two Chandler boys aged sixteen and seventeen were jailed for home liquor violations after their father was slain by a prohibition agent. Citizens in San Antonio posted bonds for them as they face charges the article condemns as a travesty of justice and urges the district attorney to seek dismissal in the interest of humanity.

Chandler Bexar County Jad San_ Antonio Tien Ithman United States

Letter urges Texas papers to publish state election returns

A San Antonio citizen writes to The Light and other Texas newspapers decrying delays in reporting state constitutional amendment results. He argues 206000 voters showed interest and newspapers fund a costly bureau to publish returns quickly, noting newspapers perform a government function during elections. He warns without press initiative election outcomes would be delayed.

Light Citizen of San Antonio Texas Texas Election Bureau

Listen World Sod Column on Love and Behavior

Elsie Robinson criticizes the idea that love alone ensures happiness and loyalty. She argues lasting respect, confidence, and productive behavior are earned through reliable actions and first class human conduct within relationships and marriage.

Tia Juana and Agua Caliente Casino Scene Declares Its Glow

A vivid 1920s style travelogue paints Tia Juana and Agua Caliente as glamour havens near the Mexico border. It describes lush settings, curious architecture, and a bustling gambling scene with high rollers, expensive bets, and a wary eye on fair play.

Tia Juana Mexico Monte Carlo Agua Callente Tong Azua Caliente Miliaret Percocke Anolber Casino Agua Caliente Lanehers Atrut

Figures of Speech Wolf at the Door in European Proverbial Talk

A fragment discusses the wolf at the door as a symbol of poverty and fear of want. It references European sayings about hunger and appetite, noting phrases from French and German that depict a voracious, consuming stomach and dire financial need.

Europe

Westward expansion and its famine under frontier limits

A critical examination of industrial growth swallowing agricultural land from the eastern seaboard to the Mississippi, warning that New England and New York would collapse without local food, while the West becomes self sufficient. It argues for near term plant and fishing expansions to bring prosperity home and curb hunger as the nation splits into producer and consumer regions.

National Horace Greeley Seaboard Lakes Gulf New York New England Central Manhattan Mississippi Dhe Bank West Haat Ohio Atlantic Pittsburgh Ladit Tong Bawl Erebheters

Powerful Army Battle Tank Tested At Fort Meade speeds past fifty

A new war machine clad in heavy armor rapid tested at Port Meade reportedly exceeded 49 miles per hour. The device is described as a powerful weapon capable of breaking through large formations and plowed fields. The piece notes readiness for war while implying invasion would require foreign parties, and hints at U S defensive posture.

Port George E. Meade United States Mexico Canada

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