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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 26, 1929

Page

6

Briton lauds progress in Mexico during visit

Sir Esmond Ovey British minister to Mexico praised progress in the republic during a two month absence, noting government and conditions favorable. He cited highway building and transportation improvements fueling prosperity, and predicted rapid industrial development and increased tourism as projects near completion. He was met in San Antonio by local officials and traveled on the Sunshine Special.

Mexico Sir Esmond Ovey Sir Esmond Sai Antonio New York London Feayo Os William JL. Furlong Chamber ‘of Commerce Mexico City United States

Bureau Studies Poor Health of Women Workers

The Women’s Bureau of the Labor Department reveals extensive research on causes of ill health among female workers. Long hours, night shifts, poor posture, bad air, high temperatures, and industrial strain contribute to debility across industries.

Bureau

Sixth Canadian Dies From Ether in Toronto Clinic

Toronto report states 15 year old Marr Cummins died in a hospital Saturday under ether during a minor nasal operation. Officials indicate the death marked the sixth Toronto child to die in weeks from ether related anesthesia, with most deaths linked to underlying constitutional maladies amplified by ether.

Toronto

Heart Disease Awareness and Kidney Health Promotion

A health advertisement urges awareness of heart disease, noting that damage often starts outside the heart and emphasizing kidney protection. Mountain Valley Mineral Water from Hot Springs is promoted as natural aid to support kidney health, with a call to action to obtain and use the product.

Henet Mountain Valley

Delta Pi Delta Kappa elects new officers at convention

Hubert O Eaton of Oklahoma City was elected grand president of Pi Delta Kappa national social military fraternity at its annual convention. Don Campbell of Ponca City became treasurer and avid A Hauser of Muskogee was elected grand editor. Other officers include Harold Coon as grand vice president and Bernard Sabres as grand master of ceremonies. The next convention will be in Stockton California.

Oklahoma City Okla Hubert O. Eaton Pi Delta Kapa Tank Don Campbell Ponca City Avid A Hauser Muskogee Harold Coon Gong If Amiburel San Joan Calif

Blane Will Carry Frankfurter Cargo

An unusual shipment route described between Jackson Tisigbta TL and an Atlantic City restaurant signals a new air freight concept moving frankfurter goods to New York area appetites.

Blane Frankfurter Cargo New York Aus Libetark Frankfurterm Jackson Tisigbta TL. J Atlantic City

Court Proceedings Reported Traffic and Public Order Violations

The court docket lists numerous individuals facing penalties for traffic violations and public disorder offenses. Amounts vary from $1 to $25, with multiple defendants named for vagrancy simple assault disturbing the peace affray and keeping an unvaccinated dog.

Tony Oviedy J. T. Conn Jowen P. I. Morris Mra RK. Nolan Charles Santos Venluso Rodriguez Mathian Chaveg Wesault Paschal Engwond Dickenness Serra Rodrigues John Loxoyn A. Gonzales Fernani Moreno James A. Moore Jor Manchacs Manus Peres Melipe Ortene Alvin Thoetz Joe Charles Johnson Gregorio Flores Sandan Corona Leonard Boulen H. Bilcock F. T. Lea Louia Lianhe Jor Flores R. Garcia Julia Murernea Jamey Finalitt Jessie Treyinn Mike Grenarles Disminyal Ft. Tiapan Fixtnh Carrion Mike Run Krancines Guiterres Rew Crawtoed Kennedy

Pensions Row Highlights Flaws in Confederate Aid Law

In Austin the Confederate pension debate shows lawmakers erred by raising eligibility to 1879 and widening the pool while cutting funds. About 1500 new qualifiers joined 3000 old dependents who lost support, as 70 plus widows share limited money. AG ruling blocks full pro rata distribution, forcing a special session to consider fixes and potential relocation of pensions policy.

Austin Sia

Bystanders Shot as Police Fire on Fleeing Suspect

BRICAGO Aug 26 Pistol pops broke Sunday night calm as Ambrose J Ward fled after a hotel hold up at Morrison coffee shop. Ward was pursued by police and a self-appointed posse of hundreds. Two bystanders were shot. Ward was unharmed after 16 bullets were fired.

Bricago Ambrose J. Ward Ward Flotel Morrison

Fire at China Arsenal Wrecks Depot Causing Evacuation

A teenic explosion at a principal Chinese munition depot in CHINA Aug 2 caused intense excitement. Martial law was proclaimed to curb disorder as surrounding districts were evacuated. Material damage was estimated at 1.5 million dollars.

China Ife

Rum Cargo Seized by Sheriff of Hays County

SAN MARCOS August 26 Sheriff George M Allen and deputies seized a cargo valued over 5000 dollars after a pursuit and search. A light truck and heavy truck carried 295 gallons of grain alcohol and 232 parts of bonded whiskey. Officers believe the liquor was smuggled from across the Mexican border and intended for Union cities.

San Marcos Hera Senday George M. Allen Deputien Gail Quan Phe Elays County Abenarga Unites

Fire damages Eldaratto Refining plant in Wichita

A blaze at the Eldaratto Refining Company refinery in Wichita caused about 10000 dollars in damage. Fire destroyed sixteen thousand gallons of Raseline, four thousand gallons of fuel oil, and several loading racks.

Wighita Kan Aue Eldaratto Refining Company Tyra Link

Judge's Brother Arrested in Wrench Robbery

In Chicago on August 24, police identified and arrested Vrej Badden, brother of Municipal Judge Frank A. Padden, as the bandit who used a monkey wrench in a robbery at Andrew Schneier’s grocery store. He was captured after a chase by Policeman Theodore Lambert.

Cilicago Andrew Schneier Vrej Badden Mu Ipal Frank A. Padden Theodore Lambert

Chicago “Bad Man” Bailed After Tumultuous Trial

A man described as a violent offender faces charges including extortion, bigamy, and retaliatory offenses. He posted bond under county supervision after authorities alleged intimidation of witnesses and a failed defense fund. The case centers on claims of threats and felony accusations amid a citywide crime surge.

Losversn Service Timcagu Noceo Magicio

Night of Rails Ends in Tragedy and Chaos

A train story recounts a night trip with a 700 crowd where a tramp was found in a box car and perished. Maury Maverick describes rescuing the tramp and warns about unsafe box car boarding practices amid a dramatic mile long rail incident.

Wuimaly Maury Maverick San Au Maverick Itv Mosra Willie

Youth, 20, Falls 150 Feet Scaling Niagara Incline

Yhendre Johnstone, 20, of Detroit, attempted to scale the sheer face near the Niagara river by the Falls View bridge. He slipped from the top of the bank, fell about 10 feet among rocks and trees, but sustained no broken bones.

Niagara Incline Niagara Yhendre Johnstone Detroit el Mary'e Niagara River Falls Ricks

Grave unit cheats ane grave unit cheats ane archangel

A damaged report describes Michigan commission efforts to locate graves of American soldiers in the Dvina River area near Archangel in Siberia. Two Detroit men were rescued after their small boat sank. about 70 graves have been located with many unmarked. A group of 24 remains has been moved from Archangel cemetery for shipment to the United States.

Archangel Siberia Ave Michigan ¢ Commission Russia Dvina Rag Derhmn Inco Mountain John Evans Detroit United Sates

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