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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 30, 1928

Page

3

Insanity Plea by Slayer in Sacramento Rampage

Pi Verey Barnes a former arson convict and confessed slayer of two of four men killed or wounded in a Sacramento rampage faces a murder trial on insanity grounds. He blames jealousy over his wife and accuses L. B. Coburn of plotting the killings. Coburn is aiding police who doubt his guilt. Barnes previously survived a 1924 prison break in Folsom. Victims include Barnes's wife’s relatives and a cousin. one wounded motorist was shot while aiding a hospital transfer.

Sacramento Cal Pi—Verey Barnes L. BR. Coburn Yarnes Helng Yarn Barnes Leonard Gearhart M. el. Larkin Klein

Bride Kicks Windshield. Husband Pays Fine in Disturbing Peace

In a West Commerce Street incident, Colover, a government employee at Dunewsfied, paid a $3 court fine after his bride Mrs Clanche Colozer kicked out the car windshield during a jealous tantrum after a birthday party. Colozer admitted drinking two beers at the party and claimed his wife was extremely jealous. Sir Austen Chamberlain travels from London to Liverpool to embark for Bermuda aboard the Greoma.

Hint Mrz Colazer

And I Remember When

Martin Monken recalls early San Antonio life and travel changes from the 19th to 20th century. He notes a horse and ox wagon era giving way to a North imported vehicle and the swift travel shift from Way Hawk to San Antonio, contrasting with present two hour trips.

San Antonis San Antonio

Kiwanians Plan Dallas Meet and Vaudeville Act

A Kiwanis delegation from San Antonio led by president Herbert A White will depart Saturday for the annual district convention in Dallas. The local group and other clubs will stage a vaudeville performance at the gathering with Dean Flowers directing. Participants include Werner Beckmann John Briscoe Dean Flowers WW L Fagel Len Barren Arlovir Quail Marshall Lipton Oscar McGracken Lom Hood Roland Purse Tynan Nierman John Gil and George Langford.

San Antonio Cal Herbert A. White Dallas Dean Flowers Chaseman Fagel Len Barren Arlovir Quail Marshall O.lipton Oscar McGracken Lom Hood Roland Purse Tynan Nierman John Gil George Langford

Woman elected president of 8 4 Chiropractors group

Dr Mark Thornton Muench was elected president of the San Antonio district Chiropractors Association at a St Anthony hotel meeting on Wednesday. Dr Hugh Warren serves as vice president and Annie Farmer chairs arrangements for the upcoming fall convention. Dr John Lege and Dr J J Drain will direct arrangements for the United Chiropractors Association annual convention to be held here October 26 to 25.

Mark Thornton Muench Hoad San Antonia Disterol Chiropractors’ Association St Anthony Hotel Hugh Warren Wred’ Lightfoot Annie Farmer John Lege J. J. Drain United Whiropractors” Association

Burial Held For Burns Victim Merton Fairchild

Funeral services were held Thursday morning at St Marys Church for 44 year old Merton Allen Fairchild of 123 Tamara Street who died Tuesday at Santa Teosa Infirmary from burns suffered in a gasoline explosion five months earlier. His mother Mrs Evelyn Fairchild survives.

St. Mary'a Church Merton Allen Fairchild Tamara Street Santa Teosa Infirmary Evelyn Pairchild

Thieves Loot Jewelry From Two Homes, Police Say

A bracelet, several pins, and other jewelry were stolen from two residences. One theft occurred at the home of Mrs. George TF Mol herd, 480 San Pedro Avenue. The second theft targeted Orin Haack at a nearby residence. Police report no suspects yet.

George TF. Molherd San Pedro Avenur Orin Haack Teral Alrect

Doctrine plea softpedaled in Geneva agenda

Geneva August 30 Costa Tiva asked for an interpretation of the Monroe doctrine but the request was not placed on the League of Nations agenda today. The meeting proceeded with other routine business as diplomats noted the absence of the issue from debate.

Geneva Costa Tiva League of Nations

Riveters Quiet Down After Night Shift Song Complaint

Police were called to a Navarro Street construction site where riveters paused their singing to restore sleep in nearby buildings. Officers climbed to the workers high above ground and asked them to stop after complaints of loud nocturnal songs disturbed residents.

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Fall Fatal to Texas Woman in Suburban Crash

Aug. Mrs. Gerloute BE Hall, 28, died after falling from a automobile in which she and husband Roy L. Mall were riding in a suburban Texas city. The accident occurred when she fell and sustained fatal injuries.

Texas Gerloute Hall Si Automehite Roy L. Mall

Younger Hoover Studies Aviation in Chicago Visit

In Chicago on August 30 Herbert Hoover Jr. shows interest in aeronautical research, visiting Republican Western headquarters. The visit marks his only political interest during a lengthy stay, with attention focused on the municipal airport and aviation centers in the city.

Cmicago Herebert Hoover Herbert Hoover Jr Repubican Yestonday Hoover

Nine bodies recovered after gale wreckage in Italy region

Rome Aug 80 Nine bodies have been recovered from the wreckage of dwellings in the region of the Liver Matiza and Liganino devastated by a Carimis hailstorm yesterday. More than 100 persons were injured. The council of the League of Nations opened today with members meeting privately to discuss agenda questions.

Rome Moee Qian Council of the League of Nations

Murray Northern Norwalk Expert Advice on Bicycle Care

Murray Northern Norwalk provides expert guidance on proper bike sizing and frame type, mounting and dismounting techniques, inflation checks, wheel alignment, and ongoing maintenance plus repair service information. The guidance aims to help riders achieve safe handling and longer bike life with practical steps.

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