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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1927
Page
2
War department plans division reorganization with new army headquarters and corps groups while keeping existing First Second and Third infantry divisions, first cavalry, and other units in place. Reserve corps headquarters to enable quick mobilization, with non combat personnel assigned to new units.
San Antonio industries consumed 1,276,882,003 cubic feet of gas in the first six months, up from 385,491,000 a year earlier. W B Tuttle, president of the Public Service Company, noted gains as 108 industries used gas for industrial purposes, with the six month period showing a 890,000,000 cubic feet rise from the previous year.
A report from American consul Edward H. Hell in Durango states Mexican bandits abducted rancher Rollers Edward Pirie near Vincente Guerrero on August 11. Hell has left Durango to investigate and asked Mexican authorities not to deploy troops until the inquiry concludes to avoid endangering Pirie. The bandits reportedly looted the Pirie ranch.
Birmingham Aug 12 journalists report four Alabama counties probe a spate of thirteen recent forgeries by unknown suspects moving through the region. Authorities scrutinize theft and intimidation patterns as investigators map connections and await further leads from local sheriffs.
San Antonio reports no rain in August to date while a pinch of rain is recorded in duty hour. J H Jardue of the weather bureau warns of urgent need for rain with a 2 chance of showers in the next forty eight hours. Dry and warm weather expected for the next day. Seventeen stations in the Texas cit ion region report moderate to heavy rainfall in the past 24 hours with one inch or more at Easten Sap Angelo and Sherman. Scattered rain forecast for West Texas Friday and Saturday.
Police said a motorcycle gas tank exploded injuring the rider. The incident occurred near Glath and 117 Slocum Place with a two wheeled vehicle involved and a damaged seat noted.
President Coolidge attended his first prize fight today at the fair grounds during the Elks show. The amateur bout lasted three rounds and ended with a knockout. He appeared surprised but remained an interested spectator until the match concluded.
The West Texas chamber of commerce and Fort Worth businessmen announce a $30,000 pledge to back a nonstop flight from Seattle to Tokyo covering about 4900 miles with 2000 miles over the Pacific. Capt. W. T. Ponder, a veteran allied ace, is named as pilot candidate. Fort Worth firms contribute but the project faces high costs and competition from Seattle prize funds.
District Attorney C. M. Chambers through Bic investigators conducted a raid early Friday arresting Queian and Don Wallen. Police seized $250 and dice at a garage game tent, continuing their war on gaming and slot machines following prior seizures.
Officials investigate the Blue Sky securities affair amid concerns about market manipulation and potential conflicts of interest. Investigators question executives and review trading records as the probe widens to related firms and family ties.
The Federal Reserve Board reduced the rediscount rate for Dallas to three and one half per cent from four per cent, reflecting a tighter monetary stance. Banks across the district anticipate shifts in lending costs and liquidity as the rate change takes effect.
A Washington dispatch lists Army orders dated August 1 detailing officer transfers and temporary assignments across posts. Names include Colonels James Hamilton Jr and W. Ostrew, and Lt Colonels Charles Strote and George Madison, with postings to Fort Omaha Fort Lincoln Fort Riley and other garrisons, plus numerous arming and relocation notes.
Eve Behterbotf of 722 Rayton Avenue received a silver loving cap as best camper at the Mi. C. AL boys camp near Kerryile. The awards were presented at a Thursday banquet in the E Building with camp director FE. D. Frederick as toastmaster. About forts other boys received awards.
TERARKANA Aug 12 Speedy justice netting a record for Northwest Texas was meted George Sutton 20 year old former soldier to prison for 90 years for an attempted criminal shock upon a year old Texarkan pte he attempted attack took place nine days so The jury was out 30 Ioimutes.
Several organizations planning a convention at Harlingen to consolidate Texas based Mexican descent citizens under one national center. Tafoa or Tafolla, head of the Song of America, said the aim is to unify groups and appoint leaders for the Valley area during the meeting.
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