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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 11, 1928

Page

3

Harmony Democrats Conference on Unity in Texas

Harmony Democrats meet in Austin to promote party unity and oppose bolters as they back the ticket for the November general election. More than 160 leaders attend, including Lt. Gov. Barry Miller and State Sen. Thomas B. Lave. Governor Moody absent. Jed Adams of Dallas calls meeting to order.

Austin Barry Miller Dulles Boltern Thoma B. Lave Moody ZL. Holliday Vasp Dean Outhit Rosie Sam Antonio Ruinor Batt M. K Bloody

Convict Escapes in Pajamas at Blue Ridge Farm

TOMSTON Apr 11 Tenry Revier one of eight convicts treated at Jefferson Davis hospital for burns from a fire that destroyed the Blue Ridge state prison mining hall on July 18 escaped from the hospital at 17d a. ml Jenny clad only in pajamas an automobile missing and authorities believe Renner used the machine to flee the area

Tomston Tenry Revier Jefferson Davia Hospital Dld Ridge Atate Jenny Renner

Society Girl Fails as Circus Rider

CHICAGO August 31 The most fashionable and expert horse trainer from Lake Forest, debutant Amelia Elizabeth Cinse, returned home after a run with Ringling Brothers. She was discharged for failing to control trick horses but succeeded in the jumping events. The rest of the performance drew good crowds at Williams Park in Lake Medina with Sunday ad bargains.

Chicago Hartenorman Lake Forest Subuch Ringling Brothers Amias Elizabeth Cinse Pearis Wiilisma Park Lake Medina Bunda

Spotlight on Hoover radio event in San Antonio club

The Hoovers club of San Antonio plans a radio program at six p m Saturday in the tapestry room of the St Anthony hotel. The piece highlights Herbert Hoover’s acceptance speech and Republican support. Several local residents and visitors are listed in a season of social notices spanning business trips and engagements in Texas and nearby cities.

O C Herbert Hoover Republica Aginines Hoover Club of Han Antonio St. ‘Heathony Hotel Mara Gareie Behuenbaung Hee Bowe Dwustow Syence

Ontario liquor law case tied to provincial police action

Aug 11 Windsor Mat. Seize a large consignment tied to illegal liquor supply. A guard of provincial police and three dozen experienced officers appeared in court to answer charges under the Ontario liquor control act. The move is seen as a crackdown on a running ring linked to illicit tobacco products and illegal trade.

Windsor Mat Linyar Locke Yntumd Cere Aunilor Tadep Thirtzesix Experiece

Des Moines Clears 45000 Air Mail Pieces in One Day

Des Moines Iowa reports a post office achievement as it processed 45000 air mail pieces in a single day. The eastbound mail volume highlights efficiency in Des Moines operations.

Des Moines Iowa

Move to rename Sonora to Obregon sparks petitions

Nogaler Aug 11. To rename the Mexican state of Sonora to Obregon is the observed movement in newspapers. Petitions are sent to the Mexican congress to honor the late Premier General Alvaro Obregon, assassinated near the capital, with calls spreading across cities in the territory.

Sonora Obregon Nogaler Ariz Rinera Ovespapers Mezican_congress Renama Alvaro Obreson Nssassinatol

Burial Conducted For Edwin Smith

Edwin G. Smith 66 of San Antonio died Friday at his residence 3001 Fredericksburg Road. Funeral held at a local church with pallbearers T. G. Long pastor. Survived by wife, a son, three sisters and several relatives. San Antonio connections noted.

Fanerol Edwin G. Smish Aativg San Antonio Hala Sulurdy Fredericksburg Tho Iter T. G. Long Mrig Br Hty Whiew Marx Jinllie Jhurdt Smith Nk San Antonio Roy Smith Roy Smith of Four Son; Three Sisters, Mea Lillie Yadro Mre N. A. Moss Tosa Tae Taring

Poles to Equip Plane With Radio for Atlantic Flight

Mendayr France Aug 11. Polish majors Louis Tdzikowski and Kasimir Kubola plan to outfit their plane for an Atlantic crossing from Poland to New York with radio gear. Their first attempt failed last week due to lack of wireless equipment, and this second flight aims to succeed.

Mendayr France Louis Tdzikowski Kasimir Kubola Atlantic New York Raiio

Fire Destroys Three City Blocks in Yakima Area

A large fire today destroyed three blocks of buildings in the Yakima area. Firefighters fought the blaze for hours, aided by a department ambulance and outside units that traveled thirty seven miles over a rough road in the night. Heavy water pressure hampered efforts but the fire was brought under control before dawn.

Wat Anz Hi T Nga Fire Department Yakima

Rum Agent Slays Boy Over Slowness to Obey Order

In Albany Indiana a federal prohibition case ends tragically when an agent shoots a boy named Smith for failing to promptly obey an order. The incident at Gavith farm reportedly leads to severe injury requiring amputation and medical care.

Rum Agent Boy Albany Ind Clarence Gavith Smith Copotis Lalor Winnapolis

Easterwood Prize Prize of Fifty Thousand Open for China Hop

Easterwood Jr. of Las Jas announced that a $50,000 purse for a three-stay fight between Palloe and Hoang Kons in China remains open. At least two men plan to attend the event. General Soo Sine Mung of the Ye Chinese army announced plans to join a mission.

Forest Fires Burn 1800 Acres Near St Regis Montana

Forest fires raged across 1800 acres in the Mathent river country east of St Regis Montana. Officials said the blazes were started by sparks from locomotives and destroyed vast stands of yellow pine timber valued at about 300000 dollars.

Montana Missouta Mont Mathent River St Regie Bare de Ain St Regis

Lightning Bolt Fatal to Youth in Storm

Houston report states an eight year old boy, son of Dr. J Vierbert Beasley, was killed by a lightning strike during a thunderstorm at his parents home in Laporte. He was near a window when the fatal bolt hit.

Houston Wiliate Herberk Beazley J. Vierbert Beasley Laporte

Rebels Active on Brazil Border

AP telegram reports rebels on the Brazil border in Mato Grosso Revel State with Pedro Celestina named as movement leader. UK minister receives the dispatch via Paraguay source. details are fragmentary and claim the revolt is gaining momentum near the frontier city of Revel.

Asgungion Paraguay Inferior Pedro Joan Caballera Revolusioners Matta Crosse Revel Prdro Celestina Tiara I. Wie Sunelea

Pioneers to Hold Barbecue on Pioneers Day Weekend

The Bexat county Chapter of the Lesaz Pioneer association plans a barbecue and program at Weekly Jee Park Saturday. J M Vance, chairman, promises ample barbecue for members. Speakers expected, with a 4 pm start. The event marks Pioneers Day on Aug 32, tied to Stephen F. Austin’s Texas colony arrival. Local officers and directors listed, including Frank Mushich, Mrs James WP, and Col B B Buck.

Bexat County Tha “Lesaz Pioneer Association Weely Jee Park Jo Gon Jom. Vanes Te En. Miller Svrangeiente Spiechrs Sterling Lbs Barbecus Ben Fancine Wille Ube George Co Wurzbach Famia Applewhile Amlatic Dinwiddie Mre Abert Margerith «Ln Stanley J. Miller Vance Airs Lee Dy Miler Col. B. B. Buck

Jury to Probe Texao Playing Wichita Pails

A wake of legal actions surrounds the death of Mrs. Boulph Daugherty in Electra. Tom Shook and Ed Pryer, former Electra officers, face renewed scrutiny as jurors prepare to return indictments and investigate possible wrongdoing.

Wichita Boulph Daugherty Verdow W. QO Dougherty Aum Sperey Filectra Tomes Daugherty Miro Mit Tom Shook Ed Pryer Electra Liberty Weiler Dnicglaey Doe Pir Henry Shomate

Texas reserve officers meet in war department theater

Texas reserve officers gathered at Houston on Saturday for a convention of many party representatives. The meeting chaired by Fort Worth’s president focused on matters concerning the Organiza Hesieres and GoM. The Department of Texas Servicers' association officials attended as part of the event.

Texas Reserve Houston Blale KO. WC Gom Tesag Teilph Memterson Fort Worthy Teins

Three Deaths Laid to Quarrel Over Theft of Horse

Kansas City Star reports a quarrel over a horse theft near Clark mountains is blamed for three deaths and injures in a sprawling family tragedy. The narrative names several involved and notes additional ill relatives and a critically ill 3-year-old, with ongoing inquiries from Springfield and Kryway City.

Kansas City Totay Case Cock J. Weatherman Kryway City Clark Mountains Woenthornnn Nancy Tonge McGehee Ga.bool Jozeph "Meabee Springfield Devil

Weel Texas rancher Shipman hunts fish on Bell County land

By Harry Williams. Shipman, a Weel Texas rancher, splits time between his Bexar county home and miles of streams. He plans fishing trips across Edwards and San Angelo regions, with neighbors noting his long devotion to fishing and a recent talk of a governor friend in Kickapoo. A hog slops into a San Antonio market, illustrating local rural life, while the piece mentions Rev. Farmer and Mrs. Maccourt, kin to cattle families, weaving a portrait of Texas frontier communities and family ties surrounding a fisherman-turned-rancher.

W. RK. Shipman Weel Texas Ficular Ann Bexar County Bimeo Mint Shipman Ship Klekapon Creek Edwards County San Angelo Ol J. i Phorinay Kickinpoo Hell San Antonio Aberdeen Anans Antoninio Angelo

Missing Seaplane and Crew Saved After Hurricane

The Tropical Radio Telegraph company reported a message that pilot Robert Hekan and passenger Darly of the Nasean flying boat Topsy Fish were found north of Andras Island by a Miami relief plane and a boat. The Topsy Fish had been reported lost in Bahama waters during the hurricane.

Miami Fie Tropical Radio Telegraph Company re_ported 1 Robert Hekan Darly Ben Andras Island Bahaman

Rex Cherryman Dies, Broadway Juvenile Star

Rex Cherryman, noted Broadway juvenile actor, died shortly after arriving in the city. He gained fame as a child performer and was associated with the N.Y. Juvenile Star. His death marks the end of a prominent early career in theater for young actors.

Rex Cherryman N.Y Teavre Brice Ree Chercymnn Broadway Melap Pheny Cherryman Becona

Hurry Up Ed Campaign Ends Sunday At The Light

The Light announces final day for Just Nis Safely buttons and urges rapid purchase to join thousands of Antonio youths in safety campaign. Last applications printed Sunday as open enrollment nears closure.

Tony N Antonio Sunins Just Kids J. W. Draper Jr Wels McNaawed Adiratty Hail Jimtle Botan Lucille Ing Dorothy Mexamor Lucille Marchner Him Martines Olivia Cortez Henry Dobson Dook Me Kar Dorothy Collins Joxehing Iiens Edward Riven Manuel Lewis Daxgi Hillio Trin Dorothy Trim Filtenroth Waherens Fred Olioway Ralph Vollnewar Cage Gilbert Gastingen

Oefinger Funeral Held in Hondo for Local Merchant

Funeral services for Oefinger were conducted in Hondo after his death Friday at his Buena Vista Street home. The retired merchant had moved to San Antonio recently. Survived by widow Mrs Frances Oefinger, seven sons including Juin Oswald Wesker Waller and Mitton of San Antonio, a son Walter of Dallas, a daughter Miss Elizabeth Oefinger of San Antonio, and others.

Oefinger Hondo Buena Visa Shell Wondo San Antonio Mes Frances Oesinger Juin Oswald Wesker Waller Mitton Filwird Dalles B. TH Mesinger Toady Miss Elizabeth Oelinger San Antonia

Youth Bitten by Dog After Attack in City

A 12 year old boy, David Hragen of 120 Foss alreel Sultirdig, was treated for a dog bite on the right hand. He recovered after care at Stobert J. Green hospital. Dr William B H Tutor of sid Gibbs building has returned and resumed practice.

David Hragen Fossalreel Sultirdig Tiesone Stobert J. Green Hospital William BH Sid Gibbs

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