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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1929
Page
6
A photo depicts theAbove the Clouds dining hall aboard the Graf Zeppelin with an expert chef supervising the service for passengers and officers during the Lakehurst round-the-world flight. The scene highlights the smooth operation and amenities aboard the airship.
Fragmentary text notes a European aviation story with references to Dr. Eckener and a zeppelin heading toward departure. The piece mentions the United States and continental rope, with scattered names like K. H. Von Wißgand and Bealares, amid disrupted OCR.
At Kasumigaura Air Station on August 22 a delayed Graf Zeppelin flight drew tens of thousands to the field. Passengers and journalists occupied a first class coach as a midnight train carried Zeppelin guests toward Tokyo. The delay sparked heavy crowds seeking glimpses of the airship, with weather and mechanical checks delaying onward plans.
The article recounts an early Graf Zeppelin accident during preparation for departure. A left gondola tow crane struck a hangar door, puncturing a gondola and prompting a 24 hour delay for repairs. Crowds surged toward the scene amid security, while crew and captains evaluated impact on the world flight plan.
The Graf Zeppelin suffered minor wing and rear gondola damage during takeoff from EASUEMIGAVRA AIRFIELD in Japan. Commander Eckener postponed the flight to Los Angeles for repairs while Japanese crowds hoped for an eventual arrival. Ambassadors hosted garden party events with Emperor’s gifts noted as preparations continued.
Montreal August 22 Mrs Mary Vlas a 42 year old mother of eight children awaits execution in Hull Quebec tomorrow for the murder of her mate. She collapsed when moved from jail to the Hull facility and had been confined for three months awaiting the sentence. Philibert LePebvre, connected with Mrs Vlas, also faced a related charge in the case.
About a thousand Communists gather in shadow of London Tower to protest arrests of cocoa mill workers and trade unionists. The presiding judge is burned in effigy as protesters rouse against police leaders and strike actions.
A chaotic Fort Worth city commission meeting outlines a proposed one mile extension of the city boundary to create an industrial zone. Mayor Chambers defends process amid disputes with Busick and other officials while experts study the Mills plan and river works. Names include Waller Tatech, A B Stephens, and Mrs Chambers.
Hamburg report states Albert Huschke, a stowaway aboard the Graf Zeppelin, will be tried in juvenile court after being returned from Friedrichshafen. He reportedly attempted to escape by leaping overboard in the harbor but was rescued and sent home for the trial.
In Kasumigaura Japan Aug 22 a Graf Zeppelin passenger from Boston and Madrid narrowly missed a fatal mishap when a crowd train delayed the world flight. Rickard barely caught a slow freight car as the airship’s departure was postponed by De Hugo Eckener.
A scaffold collapse on a river bridge north of Lake Charles injured two men and killed one, Lawrence Kullivan, 32, of Lake Charles, when the platform broke as workers painted the Mos Binil tribe over the Calcasieu River.
Dr. Elmer Riehad Simin, protector of languages at the University of Terar and Ye métber, leads Texas U faculty on a ten day trip to Mexico. The group will depart Austin Friday and travel to Mexico City for the opening of the term before returning to Austin.
AUATIN aug. 25 GPR appointments of two officials were announced today by Gov. P.M. Rupert to serve as storekeeper and administrator at the home for dependent and neglected children at Waer and J.T. Langeton to fill a rural position for services with the deaf, dumb and blind at Austin. The appointments effective September 1 run for three years.
A man described as drink-crazed fatally attacked a stranger in MENIOCO CITY. The assailant, identified as Tale Villalobos Garcia, reportedly struck during a disturbance at a residence. Police intervened as the suspect drew a knife and inflicted fatal injuries before officers halted the attack at the scene.
Soviet officials insist Moscow must be on the flight path for a Berlin to Tokyo air service. Pravda reports German plans show a warning that the route through Moscow could be used for non stop crossings, and claims measures would be taken to tense airspace if Moscow is not included.
Aug 22 report states 7 ships from Dollar Line plan radio contact with the Gros Zeppelin as a naval air over the Pacific. Vessels Creament Jackson President McKinley and President Grant sail Seattle to Yokohama while Presidents Lincoln Garfield Taft and Polk travel Yokohama to San Francisco with standby water and long range wireless gear underway.
In New Orleans on August 22 an explosion blew debris through a street car floor, injuring one passenger and shocking the crowd. Police call it a serious act amid ongoing tensions during the city’s strike era.
Roosevelt remains sidelined with a leg strain and will not return to the Capitol until early next week. Officials expect a cautious recovery as the governor remains under medical observation.
Park recreation chief John Han announces 240 children ages 14 and under will take life saving exams at multiple parks this week. Roland Kupper will supervise, with tests held 1 to 4 pm daily at venues including Ban Pelea Park, Negro Pool, Hoccevelt, Concepcion, San Pedro, Woodlawn Lake, Elmendorf, Brae, Toorevelo, and Fels Bireet areas.
Economists from Tuited Buster, Roatan, and New York discuss the nation’s economic conditions with former President Herbert Hoover. They express confidence that the current trend will continue while cautioning against overoptimism and a boom mindset.
The page discusses a futuristic flying machine with enclosed cockpit and oxygen gear, promising high speed and altitude tests. It notes Haeckel’s speculative vision of human adaptation, Japan’s order for a full carrier Zen ship, and a 12 1-2 day travel time implication for factory efficiency and time savings.
Adjustments were made today to the pontoons on the racer Mercury aiming to improve flight readiness for Eng land cup races next month. The Bechneider cup event may follow weather permitting with test flights planned. yesterday William was tendered clarifications amid fumes from engine material during preparations.
The body of a young woman identified as Mary Kreazewekt was found near here, she disappeared July 27 while en route to a dance with an unknown companion. Investigators say she left home that night to attend dances with a blind date, and no further details are known about the companions or the circumstances.
Aug 22 Great Zengelle dirigible tour prep under way as Harakawa a weak minded youth from Tokyo fled to Koamaigaura air field seeking his father aid police recovered him and returned him to custody 390 yen funds cited as motive.
BLUEMAK Sonora Aug 29 Enrique Contrerna dies at 41c hospital while sister keeps vigil lighting candles at the bedside. She awakens to find the bed alight and the fire unable to be put out before the body is cremated.
Two men Earl Keeler and Albert McDonald were fatally shot by Frankfort Police Chief Leroy Blair during a liquor search last night at about 10 40. An officer and patrolman were present when the chief fired from a mounted position, striking both men in the head and killing them.
A garbled report indicates Coste abandoned plans for a world record flight. The fragment mentions Mendonne Coats, De Roar, and Villa Caublay in unclear context but points to a high stake aeronautical attempt that did not proceed.
Fred Stone recounts highlights from New York escapades with his daughter Doteths, detailing nightly rehearsals and tireless stagework. The report notes his energy remains high despite exhaustive routines and persistent fatigue.
Peiping August 2 reports a major dyke burst on the Hung Ho river in West Hientung flooding a wide area. A turret of water pours through the breach, inundating five to ten miles of land and threatening crops and the population already facing famine amid harvest preparations.
Mexico City reports receipts are returning to normal after disruptions from the Escobar storm. Receipts for July reached about 27,000 pesos, roughly half a million USD, while June figures were lower. Several customs stations were temporarily closed during the recovery period.
A garbled ad promotes MeMULE LIN'S POUMULA Alm tendex for chest trouble coughs colds and fever relief. It mentions a Louisville woman and product lines Wilden-McMenin Co Redalin and Sommers Tire. The fragment hints at remedies for bronchial ailments and allergic symptoms with brand names and endorsements.
An early 20th century style advertisement touts a skin remedy for boys with pimples and eczema. It promises rapid clearing of skin with Helakell’s Glotevent and Helakella Medicated products, claiming relief within days and rapid cessation of itching.
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