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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1929
Page
1
Arthur Brisbane analyzes a paradoxical desert landscape where promise meets caution in land purchases. The piece contrasts vibrant ecosystems with wary human ventures, noting lizards, toads, and coyotes alongside social reflections on men and ambition.
In the Mohave desert region the writer recalls irrigation rich lands near Barstow and Victory Ville. Alfalfa crops yield six to nine tons per acre with about $100 per acre revenue, and a 40 horsepower pump moves 60,000 gallons per hour to a long reservoir. The description notes wildlife, dry air, and the open well supplying water for a thriving desert farm.
Street Commissioner Paul Steffler backs Mayor Chumbers in demanding a straight line boundary for territory annexed into San Antonio. The debate centers on a three mile limit versus a one mile increase, with Steffler warning against irregular boundaries that could invite legal issues. He calls for an industrial district along the Brinker area as harmony returns to the meetings.
Lamont, the American financier, says he received an invitation to help with ongoing reparations deliberations from former Young committee colleagues but has decided not to participate at The Hague. He cited that stepping back is wiser given current deadlock and proceedings.
A Thompson Aeronautical amphibian from Cleveland and Detroit was forced to down four miles west of Pelee Island in Lake Erie. Co pilot Jock Kasper is missing while pilot Cy Chidwell of Cleveland and hubert Little of Cedar Rapids Iowa were rescued by the freighter Midland Kins. A mechanic A Lapole was also rescued by the freighter Denmark.
Manchester England April 14 Settlement of the great Lancashire cotton strike still a question but the situation is improved as master spinners agree to accept the principle of an arbiter. More than 160000 workers across Lancashire near the end of the third week refusing to work under the 12 1/2 percent changes demanded by employers.
A Californian man died after emptying a bottle described as wine tonic. He was found unconscious and show signs of a prior ailment aggravated by the tonic. Authorities note the bottle’s contents may have worsened an existing condition.
Washington announces efficiency methods cut helium production costs at Uncle Sam’s Amarillo Texas plant. The bureau of mints says the move meets demand for dirigible fuel and reduces expenses for government projects.
Final preparations were made in Friedrichshafen for the Graf Zeppelin to depart before dawn for Tokio on the second leg of its round the world flight. Passengers faced a gender-related controversy as a Japanese passenger, Mits Kitamura, was initially allowed aboard but later barred after protests. The airline planned a route offering northern Siberian scenery and potentially a stop at Lakehurst with Dr Hugo Eckener remaining to negotiate funding for future airship lines.
Upper photo shows A. H. McLean guard and Frank Wiemer collector, both Guaranty State Tank employees, examining the spot where a bandit car stood before the robbery. The bandits’ yellow roadster was in front of A. B. Frank near Villita and Navarro streets. Bottom photo features Wiemer and McLean.
In Pomatikeepsir New York Aug 1, a wealthy agency owner Bart Hamilton and Miss Montell Mansfield were found dead in a garish boudoir after an all night drinking party. Both are believed to have died by suicide. Hamilton owned a successful talent agency and is father to several children. Mansfield is described as his companion.
District Attorney Baron Filis announced in Los Angeles that William Joherman and others connected to the theater attack case have provided testimony as the preliminary hearing on charges of attacking 11 year old Winnie Pringle was delayed. Witnesses Souelman, Tobelman, and three others were taken from their homes as the disappearance of Tobelman is recalled. Continued on Page 11.
A 12 year old girl identified as Bernthy Anne was found slain in Minneapolis after vanishing from home. Two men from Minneapolis and St Paul located the body and notified authorities. Police say the child was lured. investigation continues with officials describing the crime as a meron attack.
A bold daylight holdup near Villita and Navarra streets left two bank messengers robbed and most loot recovered by deputies. Suspects fled in a blue roadster. one man captured after a chase, others remain at large. Police recovered cash and partial clues while investigations continue.
In Sanforia on the outskirts of the city an early morning clash at a gas station left three men dead. The incident involved alleged bandits and a confrontation with locals or security forces. Police investigations are ongoing.
Governor Dan Moody plans a trip to Palacios on November 9 to inspect paving work. Local officials report potential state funding and a ceremonial signing for the Vegas National grant.
Alpine Texas August 14 Conductor Ed Chastelg of Sanderset sustained a broken leg when a car derailed on a Southern Saltitic freight train at Altuds Texas. The accident halted operations as rescue crews responded and the injured man received medical attention.
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