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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 16, 1929

Page

8

Graf Zeppelin Floats Over Forests in Early Flight Tale

An early dispatch describes the Graf Zeppelin voyage with references to observers and a child passenger, noting a hospital scene and the officer in charge. The report mentions Enola Gay and Miss Enola Alp amid a round world narrative and includes multiple names tied to the event.

Clara C Veld Childres Don Peacock Adepy Wil Wilkins ‘Washingt Aening Bantuan Eppelln

Zeppelin World Flight Report From Berlin to Danzig

The Graf Zeppelin’s Berlin welcome was muted and the ship pressed on toward Danzig, with Lady Hay aboard and reporters noting varying winds. Observers describe Baltic skies, Polish frontier scenery, and efforts of the crew as the airship continues its around the world journey, while passengers and officials file dispatches on cities, crowds, and the voyage.

Grace Drummond Hay Karl H. von Wirgand Berlin Wes Stettin Drsiza Poland Senat Danzig Irons Ecreeche Datot

Drummond Hay Delays as Zeppelins Set World Soundstage

Report on a Zeppelin flight over Berlin and Danzig, with crowds cheering below. The weather over Norddrich and Stettin is noted as Captain Fleming’s birthplace is cited, and Eckener explains the pass through a pressure area en route to the Free City of Danzig, which is eagerly anticipated by observers.

Graf Norddrich Madin Berlin Stettin Captain Fleming Danzig Etary

Graf Zeppelin Flight Over Eastern Front To Siberia

The narrative describes the Graf Zeppelin’s journey across forests and warlands toward Dunaberg on the Russian frontier. It notes ships in the river mouth, a broken steamer, and the Koenigseberg cruiser, with Commander Eekener and crew relaxed yet alert as passengers sleep and observers anticipate Siberia and its Arctic mystery.

Eekener Buror Khorklin Siberia Arctic

Gonzalez Fines Traffic Violators Under New Stops Law

Gonzales Texas Aug 16 new office ordinance governs stop signals at intersections. Drivers summoned to court face fines. officials pledge strict enforcement without fear or favor. Tourists and locals violating regulations receive notices and penalties as the law takes effect.

Gonzales Texas Dirare

Officers Face Assault Trial Amid Turbulent Precinct Case

Deputy Constables W T H Musses and V F Wright of precinct No 1 face assault charges filed in county court at law No 1. The cases name Mrs Aurora Mendoza and her year-old daughter Aurora of 1325 Seal Street plus two attackers. Details include related notices and ensuing court actions from Thurday proceedings.

W. TH. Musses F. Wright Aurora Mendoza Aurora Seal Street Thurstay Menrlogn

City Receives 9000 in Parks Play Equipment for Two Sites

The city received 9000 dollars worth of playground gear to install at Mittman Park and Cassinna Park. Jom Hansar, superintendent of recreation, said the items include merry-go-rounds, an ocean wave, two awnings, a sand-box, and other paraphernalia to be placed at Mittan Park on Milimanj and Commerce streets, with 66a pieces set for Cassinna Park on Zar ramora Street.

Mittman Playground Castano Park Jom Hansar Pridoy Mittan Park Milimanj Commerce Streets Cassinna Park Zarramora

Regatta at Point Isabel Draws San Antoninos Friday Night

Reveral San Antoninos will go to Point Isabel Friday night to attend the regatta and boat races there Saturday afternoon and Sunday, according to Eugene A. Farr assistant general passenger agent for the Missouri Pacific lines. The railroad offers excursion rates for the May day program of mater events.

Reveral San Antoninos Point Isabel Eugene A. Farr Missouri Pacific Lines

Dallas Man Charged After Confrontation and Burglary

In Dallas on August 16, 1947, Benjamin Norsing er, a Black resident, faced charges for confronting a Martha foolmat and for burglarizing a woman’s home. Police reported the incidents occurred in Dallas, naming the suspect and alleged crimes.

Dallas Martha Foolmat Benjamin Norsinger Norsinger Soman’e

Zeppelin world flight reports vivid progress over Baltic coast

The narrative from the Hearst Zeppelin world flight describes progress over Koenigsberg and Stettin at about 2100 feet, with four motors running. Commander Eckener and passengers including Lady Drosmand Bey and Sir Hubert Wilkins are noted, while wind shifts complicate the journey and the crew maintains optimism about a shorter-than-expected duration.

Prussia Germany Koenigsberg New York Tilvit Stettin Huebert Wilkins Eckener Drosmand Bey St. Megias Wilkins Leeds Rickard Stillesleep Brettin Baltic Anil Ak Weypaee

Typhoon Nearing Southern Japan Delays Zeppelin Plans

Typhoon off the coast of Japan looms as meteorologists expect it to intensify before Graf Zeppelin arrival. Preparations underway to receive the airship and Navy liners prepared to assist if needed. A storm crew of 60 awaits at Kusumigaura.

Coast Japan

Graf Zeppelin Ready to Enter Tokyo Bay Amid Welcome Plans

Tokyo braces for the Graf Zeppelin as elaborate preparations unfold to greet the airship. The crew of 80 men will assist at Koanurmigaura field, with arrival anticipated Monday under favorable weather conditions similar to the prior voyage from Lasharet to Friedrichshafen.

Toke Graf Seppelin Rmdoriske Luenlay Novy Friedrichthafen Germany Auiy Nt Koanurmigaura Abip Jani

Habeas Corpus Hearing Set for Ohioan Saturday

Hearing on habeas corpus is scheduled for Saturday before Judge W. S. Anthony in the Ninety-fourth District Court. Dayton officers traveled to San Antonio with extradition papers signed by the Governor of Ohio, seeking Aliphona for motor vehicle operation without consent and facing forgery and other charges.

F PR. Stephens San Antonio Daytin Ohio Anthony Dayton Sherllf C. B. Mute San Antony Obie Thin Moryly Aliphona Complavita

Zeps Round World Flight Log First Lap Completion Details

Log of Zep Round World Flight notes August 7 to August 15 140 pm start from Taett Lakebursy Spa August 10 to Laniersch Friedrichshafen completing first lap 4200 miles in 24 hours 334 pm August 14 4 30 pm over Frederichsbafen August 15 4 30 am frese over Bertin 8 55 am over Danzig 11 05 pm exit German territory at Tilsit 2 30 am crossed the Spset front near Dwinsk 7 05 pm panacil over Wisrbal Wolotschok and Wirgton wireless Zeppelin operation near Merm Asia heading Crule France and Mes sexe noted on vessel Wording reflects early flight log style.

Stanverd Taett Lakebursy Spa TOS m—Laniersch Gerroan Tilsit Egat Progsio Dwinsk Duwnabucg Keatyin Panacil Wisrbal- Wolotschok Wirelesyad Zeppelin Worku Friedrichshuten Merm Uaasia Crule Messexe

Huntsville Pair Board Another Auto in Flight

Huntsville dispatch reports Elray Roberts, 24, and Goreeadil Goree, held on long multiple murder terms, escaped after commandeering a car. Authorities chase trail links to Texas Prison escape, with reports of them tying victims and fleeing across towns.

Huntsville Duntsville Elray Roberts Sluts Goreeadil Texas Roberts Fuller County Goree Jones County

Llano Boosters Plan Invasion Of City Visit

A group calling itself the Llano Boosters plans a 20 strong invasion of the city on April 22. The party, led by Porter A. Whaley of the Han Antonin chamber, includes a 20 member group and a 2a piece brass band. They will be greeted by Tiistera of the Ginne chamber and will be entertained with a city tour and a theater party.

Tiistera Ginne Chamber Rammerre Kan Antonin Wenrdive Moore Tans Chamber Porter A. Whaley Han Antonin Chamber Whaley

Mayor Given Maps on Three Cities

Maps sent to Major C. 3T, 0chambn and the city commission by C11, Geel af of the Manufacturers axsacinel or Friday. The documents aimed to aid officials in understanding the situation and were not accompanied by formal recommendations.

Atlanta Inston Min City Commission Geel Axsacinel

Gums That Bleed Warns of Pyorrhea Health Risk

Ad advert claims gums bleed and threaten health from pyorrhea, listing complications like heart, stomach, and nerve issues. It promises quick relief with Creorene, urging readers to buy a full bottle at local stores.

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City Officials Face Ticket Shuffle Amid Bushick Doubt

Politicians voice interest in joining the administration slate for the next city election. Mayor C. M. Chambers and Commissioners are urged to drop Finance Commissioner Frank J. Bushick, who may be replaced. Sources say Bushick’s job status is unsettled as clashes with the mayor and commissioners surface over office equipment funding and annexation plans.

Eriday C. M. Chambers Frank J. Bushick Chambria Nilent Drapping Bushick Kbt Yeaders Bnsbick Anuer Tony Atl Rommlasigners Bushieh Bushick Maylor Whso Henry Dielmann

Secret Interview Claims Trotzky Condemned by Onnu Bureau

An interview published in Veeme quotes Leon Trotzky, living in Constantinople, alleging a hidden condemnation by the Onnu or Tusafan state political bureau. Trotzky says Russia wants him back but gives no fixed date of peril. Veeme notes he finished a memorial due for publication with alleged revelations.

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