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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1927
Page
9
Apublic column discusses Superintendent Celstor Om's call to extend school hours for better teaching, while criticizing excessive leisure as folly. It also recalls a Buckingham Palace garden party where guests left with white spats, signaling social fashion notes amid broader debates on farming, immigration, and canal irrigation policy.
Federal court heard closing arguments in the Shadowland case as government witnesses accused liquor violations at the popular venue. Key testimonies included Mrs. J M Glass of the Women’s Christian Temperance Union and party witness Miss Bula Preston detailing visits to Shadowland with men. The verdict, to determine if the establishment remains closed, was expected today before Judge Charles A Buynlou Face.
In Munich Germany Aug 29 Ba ward F Hehie and Wilkian Brock arrived in their monoplane Pride of Detroit Eng land after a long flight. Officials and a large crowd greeted them as the craft landed. The article also recounts a separate crime case where a 17 year old girl walked 26 miles home after being assaulted by four youths who forced her into a car and attacked her before releasing her late Saturday night. Police identified and arrested the four suspects.
Charles A. Levine, American airplane owner, flys solo at Croydon Airport this afternoon. His plane could not be shut off and veered badly. authorities panicked as ambulance and fire apparatus prepared for a crash. Levine eventually exited the cockpit and quipped to an International News Service correspondent.
Colonel Charles A. Lindbergh has invited himself to Pierre in the Dakotas, and the city has endorsed the invitation. A telegram from Barry B. Guggenheim of New York to Mayor Hipp m Pierre states Lindbergh desires to spend Sept 1 in the city, with the visit arranged under the Guggenheim foundation.
Portland report notes Rev Lt Jason Pierce comments that Hoover's voice through the microphone will shape the next presidential outcome. The piece portrays Hoover as firm and hard boiled in politics, with Washington influence implied by the broadcast.
London reports Vicem Cheil of Chelwood has resigned as chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster. The move was announced today and he will depart for Geneva to attend the upcoming League of Nations council meeting.
Fragmented forecast notes indicate Monday night and Tuesday show little temperature change with light to moderate southerly winds along the coast. West Texas expects cloudy Monday night with modest temperature shifts and variable winds, but the text remains unclear and partially garbled.
A brief notices Mrs Jones 97 attends church or services. mention of Mrs Sarah Jones 87 who earned an M A from Mount Holyoke at age 92 and sisters ST and Ss visiting yesterday in Tudlow Massachusetts amid aging family remarks about longevity and ambitious golfers.
Three dead and twenty one injured after a blast at Tailttney barracks in Leghorn Italy. Fifteen soldiers remained buried in debris as rescue efforts continued this morning.
Property owners across Market Street between Rusk and Water Street are invited to settle paving plans as hearings proceed. The city commission will hold a meeting on September 32 to review proposed improvements and assess assessments.
Two 8. A. Bankers, Gages of A. B. Davis president and Koenig cashier of United Bistes Trust and Levitgs bank, faced indictments for alleged receipt of deposits in an insolvent bank. Trial delayed until October term at defense counsel’s request. Special Judge C. J. Matthews granted the continuance after the state agreed.
In New York on August 2, buying intensified as traders anticipated a forthcoming Agriculture Department report on boll weevil impact. Prices rose to new highs with active hedge and option activity, while futures showed a strong upward tilt amid unsettled supply concerns and hope for continued demand.
In SHERIDAK on August 20 1947 crowds greeted Mrs Coolidge with acclamation as the first lady of the land Senator Kendrick introduced her amid broad approval. The crowd praised her as a figure of grace and civic bearing during the presidential train stop.
NEW YORK Aug 29 The Second Time cruiser Senthie, a late 19th century vessel of the United States fleet, was towed to a pier at the Brooklyn Navy Yard for scrapping after a long twenty four year career.
In Southampton a heavy police guard was placed at Dev Pier today to prevent any untoward incidents related to the Sacco-Vanzetti case. Officials did not confirm details but indicated heightened security due to ongoing concerns surrounding the high-profile legal matter.
American Legion headquarters said ministry of interior ordered Thomas Ring of Detroit to leave France within 24 hours for alleged involvement in distributing three souvenir trays loaned to police. The incident touched on a French woman seen with the tray and a sailor described in scant attire, with authorities seeking clarification.
Paterson dispatch notes George F. Gasile, a Liberian radio amateur, who accidentally picked up a signal 1000 miles away and has since assisted by transmitting messages for the State Department. He works with his father, a wealthy silk importer, in a business venture but prides himself on his radio feats.
A San days era at Coney Island sees losses across poker bridge and golf events. Officials estimate profit decline reaching 7,090,000 dollars as concessionaires endure a delayed revival amid poor attendance and extended weather.
Washington August 20 The Treasury Department announced that domestic revenue totaled 2 965 082 129.01 dollars for the fiscal year 1927 as prosperity grows amid government figures.
An appeal by Col J C McArthur seeks the release of two San Antonio aviators held near Vado de Piedras Mexico. Capt Base nolds and Sgt Gus Newland were returning from Phoenix in search of Alfred Mel Mardi when Mexican forces seized them. Consul Carrillo and U S officials press for their freedom as the wounded war still echoes in the desert. Charles Douglas Litt and Sgt Henry Williams aided in the Arizona search and returned to San Antonio by plane.
Lincoln report states Charles Sumner Smit a 70 year old senior member of the governor's executive council died here from a cerebral illness after a long ailment. The passing comes on the eve of the Sacco-Fansettis executions and amid the ongoing political turmoil in Mars.
Rapid City Aug 21 President Coolidge sent a message to the Raness City Star expressing condolences over the death of Irwin B. Kirkwood publisher.
Colonel A. S. Williams, assistant chief of staff, G S, Highth Corps Area, returns to Fort Sam Houston after two and a half months of absence visiting points in Colorado and Texas.
A fragment describes Salisbury and Lieutenant G. CG flying from Salisbury West Kelly field Monday morning toward Tattox and Muskogee to launch an expedition targeting Afr property.
Colonel Welborn of the infantry is assigned at Fort Sam Houston with duties at the Second Division headquarters as he reports for service.
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