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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1929
Page
1
Arthur Brisbane reflects on U S Russia policy and China meddling, calling out hypocritical self-assertion while noting Russia’s demand that Americans mind their own business. He cites Det erding’s warnings to U S oil operators about overproduction and rising prices, and remarks on Columbia College medical center and Eugen Bleuler.
Forecast describes warmer conditions on Thursday and Friday with highs near 40s and lows in the 30s. Winds shifting from easterly to variable, with fair to partly cloudy skies and mild to moderate conditions across the region.
Judge Charles Nott Jr. dismissed the murder charge against George A. McManus after a jury verdict of acquittal on circumstantial evidence. The ruling allows retrial only on a separate shooting death tied to the case. Three other men remain indicted. one in custody.
The Thirty seventh District court resumed the case against former Assistant District Attorney Chambers on a charge of conspiring to manufacture liquor. About 40 witnesses were summoned for the grand jury as the investigation into corruption and related rings continued. Prosecutors remained silent while defense plans were hinted by the accused’s brother, Mayor P M Chambers, who said no public statements would be made until trial. Trial date anticipated for December 1 or soon after, with Walter Tynan likely to prosecute.
In Corsicana Texas on December 1, a judgment was entered in favor of Mrs Louise Manian of Oklahoma against the Al G Barnes Amusement Company for 2500 dollars. The suit arose from the death of Eva S Donohoe of Kerens mother of the plaintiff who was killed October 12 by an attacking elephant at Kenedy Coxan.
Alger Moore of Amarillo Texas, an oil field worker, was killed and Jack D. Carroll and Ray Arnold, also of Amarillo, were injured when an oxygen tank near their work exploded on the O. T. Tentoon farm nine miles northeast of ACPiter son Kansas just before noon.
A New York state Democrat and party leader died today. The obituary notes the loss of a longtime figure active in state politics and legislative affairs, with passing marked as a significant event for the party. It identifies the deceased and their role within the Democratic leadership.
Henry Jones of 527 North Center Street was tried in Corpora tion court on a charge of passing an amber light. Three witnesses testified the light was green, and Officer E J Gonzales faced acquittal against three sworn statements. Acting Judge Thil Wright acquitted Jones, noting the three oaths gave him the benefit of the doubt.
Indictment names Duke Quever of San Antonio accused in a murder case tied to a Rio Grande border city. No defendants appeared by Thursday noon as Wilkens and Spears seek to quash the indictment. Other murder cases and city condemnation actions over street projects fill court activity ahead of Christmas.
In the House today the administration sponsored tax reduction bill began consideration as leaders moved to expedite work and send a resolution calling for a one percent reduction in individual and corporate income tax rates to the Senate before adjournment.
Secretary Stimson stated the United States considers further action in the Chinese Soviet Manchuria situation closed, replying to Soviet allegations of unfriendly actions with a peace-minded public statement.
Representative Almon of Vermont Alabama introduced a bill in Washington on December 5 to create a board empowered to operate the Muscle Shoals nitrate plants for fifty years with presidential approval. The measure aims to secure long term control and oversight of the facilities.
Kentucky representative John W Langler remains on the job as secretary Jerr and daughter Katherine Longley Dently at home in Pikepile, with Gloria Bently mentioned amid the conflict in a wartime wage context referenced by War ing UN.
Troops on either side of Ichang reportedly clashed near the Yangtze river as the British gunboats Aphia and Ladybird came under fire in the TANKOW area. No casualties were reported. The gunboat Ben quickly proceeded to Ichang last evening.
Captain Eugene Dewey Then aged 51, chief discharge and pay officer at the Philadelphia Navy Yard and senior naval officer in the corps, died today at the naval hospital from pneumonia.
The Senate Finance Committee ordered the French war debt settlement bill to be reported and awaiting House consideration. The measure seeks to ratify a settlement of more than four billion dollars and was moved forward for Senate action today.
Report indicates Thomas VP Nelson, a mall flyer, was found dead in a hidden place about three miles east of Chagein Folin Chin. Authorities received lip aeurchera at the ale boxt, suggesting the discovery was confirmed today.
Weather forecast by Jarboe meteorologist predicts fair and warmer conditions Thursday night and Friday with partly cloudy skies and little change in temperature. Thursday morning saw 0 to 40s readings with no frost in Southwest Texas. Friday morning lows expected around 40. Winds are forecast to become variable and pass over the region.
Christabel Vankhuratat, a suffragist and lecturer on religion subjects, seeks a Solon seat. She argues preaching was breaking down barriers, saying it could help in politics and public life.
Mrs. Ebba Lindman mother of Sweden's prime minister has died at age 102. The longtime elder stateswoman was a public figure in Swedish society and witnessed much of the nation's history.
Tunney plans to attend Lions' Club bouts in Greenwich Connecticut for a night of boxing. Prominent speakers are expected to discuss local affairs while the former champion observes the event.
President Hoover told about 107 captains from Anettean and Inthistis groups that business must lead the nation out of worry over unemployment. He called for a formal business-industry group to extend government efforts, praising industry for stabilizing employment and promising not to cut wages while urging expansion of essential programs.
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