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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1928
Page
1
A concise reminiscence notes Herbert Hoover urging prosperity and response from Democrats. Journalist Arthur Brisbane frames Hoover’s message as a call for improved economic sentiment and political engagement.
The piece portrays Herbert Hoover addressing a large audience about national progress and the path to opportunity. It cites gains in education, income, home ownership, industry, and infrastructure, arguing government investment and private effort lift the country. The tone mirrors a campaign-era portrayal of Hoover as a steady leader guiding a prosperous republic.
Hoover endorses the dry law and pledges relief to farmers. Severe weather and floods lash Georgia and Florida, with Macon and Ocmulgee river areas threatened. Central Georgia railroad rerouted. Augusta and coastal towns suffer damage. Red Cross aid mobilized for flooded communities and displaced residents. Five people injured in a collision amid storm debris.
London fashion brief discusses designer coats for men, praising Sir William Orpen's portraits and a George? hot weather wear. The feature notes a heavy muscular torso in a light, loose style and references Gandon's centric look for summer attire.
Mourners attend the funeral of George Ka Beeniany a Democratic trader as Thorp arrives in ChiTagab to pay respects.
Smith returned to his mansion after a visit to Chicago and attended the funeral of his former political ally, Creargy Fs Hranunn, a Democratic leader. The governor arrived by train at the depot shortly after 7 o'clock, alighting from the private car.
Austin reports a group forming the Victory Club to back a strong state campaign for the national Democratic ticket. The club discusses urging participation in the primary and pledges support for the nominee as the August primary nears.
In New York Aug 11 a Texas judge sits in Brooklyn and hears a bootlegger case. Mrs Angeling de Fuca sold a pint of whiskey to federal agents for fifty cents. After fifteen hours the jury finds her guilty. de Tara gets five days in jail and a $100 fine. Her lawyer defends, arguing perjury by officers, and the judge quiets a courtroom confrontation.
Chicago august 21 a nationwide poll by the Hearst newspapers signals a Democratic edge driven by big city support and urban voters. Hoover appears stronger with women in some regions while Smith gains in New England and New York. Overall, the study predicts a historic popular vote peak and a pivotal electoral map shaped by urban blocs and the Solid South.
Maj. Fidlwrto Pierro, a Mexican aviator, completed a goodwill flight toward Havana after leaving Val Tenem, Mesin City, at 3:10 p.m. this morning. He planned a 12 hour journey but was delayed by strong headwinds en route, arriving around 7 p.m. tonight.
Mrs Lila Traver Allen mother of Mrs James Z Walker wife of New York City mayor Timmy Walker lies seriously ill in Clinton hospital A Wood transfusion may be made today to relieve her condition France, Clinton Aug 11 New York mayor Timmy Walker is referenced in connection with the ill health of his mother in law.
Germans in Abilene observe Constitution Day marking nine years since the Weimar Republic’s founding and the establishment of the German republic.
First counts across Texas reveal men favoring Hoover while women back Hoover strongly, with Smith leading among women in several counties. Sample totals show 248 Texans voting and 644 for Bronver, with Smith receiving 14 women votes. Early results suggest urban and southern areas favor Smith, while northern counties lean Hoover, but overall small sample limits conclusions.
In Comanche Texas on August 11, 192? life imprisonment was imposed on 11 Pierre ant Farler Holland and Velian Bankhead for a July 23 attack. The jury delivered its verdict shortly before 10 o clock amid a crowded courtroom. Delton and others faced trial with minimal defense, and Hick Holland was sentenced to die in the electric chair for a prior participation.
In Superior, Dow, assistant commissioner of the States customs, investigated reports of illicit liquor during the summer capital season. The inquiry aims to curb rum runner distribution as a Washington directed drive to tighten booze traffic in the area is anticipated.
The Fokker monoplane chosen by Commander Richard Byrd for Antarctic exploration completed a 10,000 mile U S tour. It arrived at Teterboro Park and was prepared for delivery to the explorer.
The condition of United States Senator William S. Vare of Philadelphia, stricken with paralysis at his summer home in Chelsea, was reported to be better today. Dainty City dispatch notes his age and improving state following the illness.
Complete text of Hoover's remarks on August 11 at Stanford University praising repeal of the Eighteenth Amendment. He pledges enforcement of law while criticizing Prohibition abuses, calls for a federal farm board with broad powers, and argues for government aid to farmers before withdrawing it as prosperity returns. The crowd applauds, praising religious tolerance, with sections interrupted by cheers. (Continued on Page 9, Cal. 4.)
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