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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 14, 1929

Page

11

Japanese Girl Sparks Row On Eve Of Graf Zeppelin Departure

A fragmentary report details a preflight row as Graf Zeppelin readies for a long Atlantic voyage. It notes 20 passengers and 40 officers aboard, maps and weather reports, and the ship’s mascot Toggs amid preparations for departure toward America.

Graf Zeppelin Finn Zeppelin Hugo Fehener Timaiden Prio Asia Europe Togg Ree Parabeu America Schiller New York Mrant Reker Sraa

Lindbacht wins horse pitching contest in Virginia mountains

readers report Colonel Lindbacht victorious in a horse pitching contest held in the Black Hills of Virginia near Olympic University. The item notes widespread subscription drives for earthquake relief and mentions Senator Fletcher of Florida introducing a fruit fly control proposal. The letter from Will Engers laments fruit fly issues and advocates a drastic stance toward the pest.

Deverely Hills Call Bigrest Colonel Lindbacht Dlack Wirginia Uymp New York Fletcher Florida Willl

Woman Routs Intruder in Home on North Brazos

Mrs Bingdale of 1017 North Brazos fought off a prowler early Wednesday with her daughter Tinzel 20 who returned with a shotgun. Merv English, awakened by a flashlight, screamed and was struck five times by Mrs English as he attempted to force entry.

Bingdale North Brazos Tinzel Merv. Engiieh Mra Eheo

Zemo Promises Relief For Itch And Skin Irritation

Zemo advertised as a soothing healing ointment claimed to stop itching from rashes sunburn and insect bites. The copy touts twenty years of use with success across skin conditions and lists prices 45 cents and 1.04 dollars with dealers mentioned.

Pein Ivy

Grove's Tasteleas Chil Tonic Promises Health Benefits

An older advertisement touts Grove's Tasteleas Chill Tonic as improving blood strength and overall health for adults and children. It claims enriched blood enhances complexion and vitality, with emphasis on red blood cell increases and invigorating effects.

Grove

Registration of gas stations delayed amid city tax dispute

Registration of filling stations continues with a temporary postponement of cork tax and levies on pumps and air fixtures. Frits Rustic overseeing the process stated enforcement of a 875 tax on gasoline pumps 50 on air pumps and 25 on air and water fixtures was set to take effect Thursday but collected tax was postponed pending talks between city assistant attorney and a local attorney for oil entities. Station operators await final decision from city officials.

Iteivetn Oni Frits Rusti Lax Thomer D- Cobh Maruball Tekeridge

Star Witness Cant Be Found In Private Office Scuffle

Investigators pursued a missing witness after a disturbance at Pantates’ private suite in Home. Miss Pringle accused a young woman of assault while Dr Gavin Pringle, the victim’s father, reported two more death threats by phone. Police monitored direct lines and threats were noted by state witnesses.

Iffs Hale W. Ts Shoz | Gorton Fred Wise Miss Pyngle Pantates Irivate Hmne Alan Miss Pringle Panetages Gavin Pringle Itancer Polite Patice Hensmorters Pringly

Pioneer 90th birthday celebrated in Fredericksburg

Mrs Sophie Geenwelge observed her 90th birthday in Fredericksburg Texas with family present. She immigrated to the new world with her husband, who established themselves in Comfort. Six children and several grandchildren attended as relatives gathered for the celebration.

Farderickaburg Teras Anz Saphie Adalf Veenwelze Ferdericksburg M. Holfzer Petrr Abeone Mors Olfo Kidinker Fredericksbirg Wf. Suber Comfort

King Gustav of Sweden Tours Graf Zeppelin Liner

King Gustav of Sweden visited Friedrichshafen to inspect the Graf Zeppelin airship Storm Conqueror. He praised the round world flight project, expressed fascination with aviation, and posed for photos with crew and journalists before heading to see developments in New York.

Fmifdricnshafen Gustav Sweden Tilde Friedrichshafen Graf Zeppelin Zeppelin Tno Pour Majesty Anchered Euler Iady Amusen Lihhaunt von Schiller New York

Action on Ban of Trains Into Mexico Awaits

CALERICN Calif Aug 1 1t Governor Abelardo Rodriguez of Lower California says there will be no relief on threat traffic from the United States to Mexico until a decision is made in a Mexican court on the antitrust action filed by the Southern Pacific company The governor’s statement was issued amid uncertainty from a June incident when trains supposedly ceased into Mexico after border was opened for another traffic route

Calericn Calif Cievernor Mexico

Pope Regewes 03 Students Visit From New York

Aug 31 at Falican City Vane Pius received 20 students from Logatinated Regis high schools of New York. They were taken around by Father Tota Farley and Principal Loyola Father Edmund A Walkb of Washington. The group discussed Catholic education and its impact on students and families.

Falican City Vane Pius Logatinated Regis High Schools New York Tota Farley Inte Cardianartes Loyola Edmund A. Walkb Washington

Love Triangle Uncovered In Oklahoma Slaying Case

In Tulsa a murder case unfolds as real estate man H. C. Shepherd and Miss Alice Andrews are linked to the death of Robert Hateter. Police suggest a love triangle influenced the events and explore letters and the apartment scene as they pursue charges.

Tulba Kn Witter H. C. Shepherd Robert Hateter Webb Gils Mo Shenker Miea Shepherd Miss Andres Hateter Mies Andrews

Graf Zeppelin Flight Route Planned Across Europe

The Graf Zeppelin prepares for a flight from Friedrichshafen toward Berlin then northeast over the Baltic, with possible detours toward the Caspian region. Weather reports and navigational discussions with De. Ecke and Sir Hubert Wilkinson influence the chosen path, favoring the northern route for speed and fuel efficiency.

Friedrichshaufen Flr Nerlin Baltic Sea Steleip Bart Privsein Talele Lewin Rar Declin Koenigsberg Kotnigsberg Fair Prnesia Riga Mosman Stead Leningrad Hubert Wiking de Rekence

Great Zep rests in home port at Friedrichshafen

Pictured here is the Graf Zeppelin entering its hangar at Friedrichshafen Germany after its second long height test. The airship has been stationed in this hangar since the first leg of the world hop was completed. Tokio is next. The Pacific must also be spanned.

Lakehurat N. J Germany Tokio Siberia Zep Friedrichshafen Airbird Pacific

Council Moves to End or Fights Streetcar Violence

Aug 14 1947 officials in Orlfans vow to halt riots after a street car strike. Mayor Walmsley calls for responsibility, urges no more demagoguery, and orders augmented police and traffic controls to restore order. Citizens pledge aid to curb chaos. labor leaders condemn violence and urge peaceful, lawful protest.

Orlfans Cty Hall Commission Enuneil Soday Enery Council Elacker Sconnes Walmsley Neling Mayer Hag Couteil Council of Thoi LE. J. Bostor Shairan Tengil Cormen

Dennman Case to Be Settled Over Street Alignment

Street traffic on Main avenue and West French will be a key issue when Street Commissioner Sleffler meets after Wednesday. He says the heirs of Leroy Dennan may buy land across from the property to realign the street allowing a safe approach without rerouting. Public Service Company plans to remove streetcar tracks at the point, which would ease traffic.

Newman Paul Stedller Leroy Dennan Willle Hare Sleffler Bea ReelEler Antonia Vablic Service Company

Flood Hits Sam Acari and San Marotal Towns

The Rio Puerco flood inundated the villages of Sam Acari and San Marotal, washing away homes and inundating businesses. Rescue and relief efforts are underway as authorities estimate widespread property damage and potential loss of life. an emergency appeal has been sent to the Amesivan Red Cross for aid.

Sam Acari San Marotal Rio Puerco Himan Fife Wis Tepormil

Flight test notes on Zeppelins and equipment checks

An early report details the Graf Zeppelin flight preparations and test results. It describes gas cell integrity, compass and gyroscopic checks, engine readiness, and wireless operator status as the craft readies for its long voyage.

Your Glands Wear Out Advertisement Claim

Advertisement touts Persenion a four-desiccated gland treatment claimed to boost vigor and vitality. The notice asserts widespread use, affordability at $2.00, and availability in San Antonio via Sommers drug stores, urging men to try it despite prior failures with other cures.

San Ancosio All Sommers

Vapex hay fever relief test sample offer

If hay fever strikes, Vapex promises quick relief. A drop on a handkerchief freshens the air, clears the head, and eases nasal stuffiness for the day. Free test samples available at druggists. six bottles cost seven dollars. Distributed by F Forggra & Co in New York.

F. Forggra & Co, Inc Maiden Sage New York

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