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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 16, 1927

Page

2

Successor to Bary Under Husgussin New York Aug 18

Wall Street centers on potential successor to Elbert H. Garr as chairman of United States Steel after his death. Rumors name Nathan L. Miller or President Coolidge, with wealth estimates for Garr ranging from 26 to 39 million. Gary’s salary and stock holdings are questioned amid speculation on leadership and control of the steel empire.

New York Wall Street Elbert H. Garr United States Steel Corporation New York Times Nathan L. Miller Steel Corporation the Times Coolidge Garys the Steel Corporation Elock Incorporaton John D Gary Wall Strest Vngl Worter John D. Hockelplien Adan| Gil Tauch

Aviator Gladys Roy Killed by Propeller Accident

Avialty veteran aviatrix Gladys Roy, a noted stunt performer and potential trans Atlantic flyer, died in Youngstown Ohio after walking into a rapidly spinning propeller. The 25 year old, wife of Arthur Ray of Los Angeles, was renowned for parachute jumps and flying feats.

Youngstown Ohio Pilite Gladys Ror Rexsey

Gutierrez Freed on $1000 Bond in Shooting Case

Gutierrez charged by complaint in Justice of the Peace Lovin F Bolts court with murder. Bond set at 1000 and habeas corpus hearing held by Judge W Anderson in the thirty-seventh district. Gutierrez surrendered to Deputy Sheriff Jon Flores after Bernardo Bazay was shot to death at Rere's village.

Bentisgs Gutierrez Court of Justice of the Peace Lovin F. Bolts Puessoy W. &. Anderson Bolte Gutierrez Deuty Jon Flores Barmecdo Bazay Rere's

Mellon Attends Gala Reception for Egyptian King in Venice

Andrew W. Mellon secretary of the US treasury attended a gala reception to King Feud of Egypt in Venice. The event was hosted by Count Volpi, French Basist minister, as the Grand Canal gleamed with lights and festive flags for the colorfal function.

Mellon Venice Italy Andrew W. Mellon United States Treasury King Fued Egypt Count Volpi France Grand Canal

Mrs Chamberlin Plans First Air Flight After Runway Tour

In New York on August 16, Mrs E C Chamberlin discussed her plan for a first airplane flight to Germany after viewing the Leviathan runway used by Clarence. She praised the timber used in the Denison home and expressed confidence in a safe crossing.

Marathoner Travels 105 Miles to Conference Visit

A marathoner and William M. Leash reached Reading, Massachusetts after a long trek by a creekside route to attend a Christian Endeavor conference. They carried notes about corn and milk as they traveled toward East Northfield.

East Nortbeiely William M. Leash Sbunk Reading Mans Christian Endeavor

American Couple Divorced in Paris Desertion Case

In Paris on August 18 the divorce of Mrs Elizabeth Jennison McAlgan and George J McAlpin of New York and Pasadena was granted on grounds of desertion. They wed in New York on November 15, 1923.

Paris Elizabeth Jennison McAlgan George J. McAlpin New York Pasadena Calif

Black individual Arrested in Serious Public Safety Incident

A Black person was arrested after a serious incident reported Tuesday. Police say the suspect engaged with bystanders and assaulted a passerby near an unnamed location, prompting a prompt response. Further details on charges and victims were not immediately released.

Russia makes gas defense in Leningrad amid alarm

In Leningrad, the Ossoraiachims group of Society of Defence aviation and chemical research orders residents to buy gas masks and form building based drug stores. House committees must hold protective lectures and set up gas protection cellars with airtight doors and ventilation to supply air after filtration.

Leningrad Russia Ossoraiachims Society of Defence Aviation and Chemical Research Warnese

Coolidge Plans Motor Visit to Yellowstone Park

President Coolidge intends a two week trip into Yellowstone National Park departing Rapid City on two special trains this Saturday and returning the following weekend. Railroads have arranged details for final approval. The party includes Mrs Conridge and their son with officials joining en route. the trip covers about 1000 miles from Gardner Wyoming to explore the park by motor buses.

Rapid City Coolidge Yellowstone National Park Sendley National Park Gardner Wyoming Conridge Sour Dakota Montana Wyewise

Man Whips Wife Then Claims It Is Right At Home

Police report a man whipped his wife at their residence prompting officers to respond. The woman admitted her husband had just finished beating her and insisted the acts were acceptable while asking officers to recover her clothes taken by him.

Dougas

Chicago Girl Hopes Lopsansen Flight Breakthrough

A Chicago girl named Mary Daly aims to become the first woman to cross the Atlantic by air. Her aviation studies and training today signal progress toward airline flight ambitions.

Lopsansen Mary ‘Daly Atlantic Fark Rose Chicago

Army Dirigible Arrives Over Des Moines Morning Flight

An army airship arrived over Des Moines early today routing from Scott Field Illinois toward the city. It intended to circle over Des Moines while a guard of 150 personnel from Camp Bodge prepared to assist with landings and security operations.

Des Moines Tates Scote Field Cruse A. Mt Camp Bodge

Jazz Leader Kahn Plans Air Career After Speeding Fine

New York reports jazz figure Roger Walfe Kahn will pursue aviation after a recent speeding fine. He disclosed that a training course remains uncompleted and stated a future shift toward airplanes, admitting the current incident influenced his decision.

Policeman Saves Life During Bakery Burglary Gunfight

Patrolman Joe Garetz knocked the gun from a 46 year old burglar as he tried to shoot Officer Bill Eichhorn at Amelis Gonzales bakery on 102 South Laredo street. The weapon was knocked aside, a second thief escaped, and both officers overpowered the armed man while bakery owner called for help. A second thief fled before capture as the wagon bearing loot was abandoned.

Joe Garetz Garcia Eichhorn

Man Seriously Hurt in Street Affray In Mineral Wells

Mineral Wells Tex Aug 16 Sid Hollis of Milean was in serious condition in a local hospital today from injuries suffered in a street altercation yesterday. Pat Threat was charged with assault and released on bond in connection with the affray.

Princeton Youth Drives Dad's Truck

A Princeton youth who left study at Princeton and drove his father's truck between Philadelphia and New York on weekdays for eight months at sixteen dollars a week has been promoted to an office job. Phillips, 34, rises from trucker to clerk in the family's business based in Philadelphia.

Philadelphia Princeton New York Freq Phillips

Heights Plan to Commence Work Soon

Alamo Heights residents voted improvements totaling 30 000 dollars and bond plans await attorney general approval in Austin. Mayor Robert O Grady said first step will be fire house on Broadway near Montclair Avenue with sewerage and street upgrades funded by 50 000, 120 000 and 250 000 dollar bonds. Connection of Alamo Heights sewers to San Antonio’s Mitchell Lake outlet continues amid earlier protests, with only tentative street plans.

Alamo Heights Austin Robert O'Grady Broadway Montclair Avenue O'Grady San Antonio

Thief Solves Case Taking Windshield

A man and two Mexican workers strip a windshield from an old truck on Shonk agenay. The owner had supposedly given permission to remove parts. Police, locating the owner, searched for the vehicle while a thief removed the windshield.

Po- Mee

Youth Escapes City Chain Gang for Theft

A San Antonio youth bent on theft escaped the city chain gang by slipping away with a pair of trousers. He was later recaptured with another pair of stolen goods in his possession and returned to the chain gang.

San Antonio Erestlay

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