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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1928
Page
1
In a broad forward look Governor Simith and President Hoover discuss a major Colorado River project. The plan envisions government ownership of power development, a vast reservoir, and the potential for a national display of engineering scale. Analysts expect strong public support and criticism from business interests tied to water rights and private power.
A tropical cyclone battered a southern peninsula causing widespread destruction. Communications were cut as waves and flooding hit One central region, destroying many homes and leaving Saint Louis Du Sue with only one standing. Foreign injuries and a Belgian steamer sinking near Tangod were also reported.
Heavy rains caused a new dam breach near Rutherford, threatening hundreds of homes and millions in property. Officials warn of further overflow and potential evacuations as rescue crews monitor rising waters and attempt repairs amid ongoing storms.
Officials announce a district meeting by TAMERBAK in Lampasas with plans to convene near Marrlet convention center from August to September. IRB-Tlans have completed arrangements for the Weed Texan Choker of commerce.
Report from Detroit mentions Henry Ford supplying dollars amid discussions on Rockefeller and WOVIDENCE. The luncheon near New England drew Ralph Miele, who was surprised when water and salad were served, and Mr. Ford departed leaving a scene at the table.
Radio signals from an unknown Rockford Sweden plane piloted by Ver Hassel and Parker Cramer were picked up tonight at 4 05 C indicating their aircraft crossed toward Greenland. The two fliers started from Cochrane Ontario at noon today aiming for Mont Eyans Groenanil about 1800 miles away.
Fire at the Missouri Pacific depot in Rio Grande City wipes out 149 bales of cotton. The blaze damages three empty freight cars on an adjacent track and heavily damages the Guerr Gin company and Rin Grande City Gin facilities. A passerby discovers the fire and raises the alarm.
West First Lieutenant 11 Ay Ualytrson an engineering officer at Duncan Field is ordered to March Field California for station assignment.
A meeting of Republican women is scheduled for Monday in room 306 of the Alar building. The agenda includes important talks and updates relevant to local party activities.
Prohibition agents conduct a late night rake through ships along the pier, using a dry squad to confiscate bottles and related contraband. The scene is described with noisy, chaotic operations as they search and remove alcohol with alerts and patrols in progress.
Complete figures in the Hearst straw tote, tabulated to date, will be found on Page 2. C. N. Wheeler, political analyst, notes eve of Governor Alfred E. Smith's pronouncement as reviews from nationwide straw vote indicate classifications of states and cultural roles.
Governor Moody disclosed that Lomir Seeligson was appointed district attorney of Bexar County after promising to enforce laws impartially. The filing confirms Seeligson pledged strict enforcement and that authorities pursued gambling crackdowns, closing unlawful operations and injuncting idle houses.
Mary Garden, famed opera soprano, told Universal Service during a telephone conversation that she had not become engaged to Pierce Thessis, the French financier. She dismissed rumors of an engagement and stated she would not attend a luncheon with a man named Max.
An 80 year old woman was jailed in Vinerae on liquor charge along with Melvin Swan and James Woodson. Authorities note she may be the oldest woman ever arrested in the state for violating prohibition laws amid reports of enticed spirits and illegal distilling.
A detailed argument argues that excluding Russia weakens Kellogg’s pact and weakens Western unity. It urges including Russia to balance Asia, stresses language barriers hindering European unity, and supports further harmony among English speaking, Germanic, and Latin peoples to strengthen peace efforts.
A 30,000 strong Topeka crowd hears Senator Cure Vis accept the Republican vice presidential nomination and pledge strong defense of national prohibition. Curtis outlines stance on enforcement and calls for a joint committee to study alcohol policy and possible amendments, framing the issue as central to national welfare.
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