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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 06, 1926

Page

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Lambert probes croquet combine charges by tourists

Park Commissioner Ray Lambert began an investigation into a croquet combine alleged to bar tourists from Travis Park courts unless they join the club. Protesting croquet players say members control mallets and balls and select partners, while Lambert notes the courts are open to all and no tourist should be barred without cause.

Travis Park Ray Lambert Way &1 Ato Camm Sloner Lambert Lambert

Trial of Chavez attack case Expected to Start

The indictment charges Chavez and three co defendants in the attack case. The trio include two others charged with the assault and one individual described as a wife of the suspect. The trial date is anticipated to begin soon in San An.

Chavez

Rollins Leads School Club Work At Hoffman School

Report details O B Rollins assistant agricultural agent guiding the boys and girls club at Hoffman School through 1926 work and planning for 1927. Ida Reynolds accompanies Rollins to Kirby to supervise members as they gather flocks and build facilities.

O. B. Rollins Swent Hoffman’ School

Slayer of Woman Denied New Trial

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court refused a new trial for David L. Marshall serving ten to twenty years for the killing of Anna Mae Dietrich in January. Marshall, an unlicensed chiropractor, admitted dismembering the body and disposing parts outside the city, while denying he caused her death amid claims of an erroneous drug in his treatment.

Philadelphia State Supreme Court David L. Marshall Anna Mae Dietrich Marshall

Classifieds highlight urban room rentals and gift suggestions

The page lists furnished and unfurnished rooms and apartments for rent in San Antonio with nearby locations and office spaces. It also features meal gift ideas and gift suggestions from Newton & Weller with a focus on daily classified ads and department store items.

Petition to Abolish Compulsory Vaccination Denied by City Commission

A petition signed by about 500 residents urging abolition of compulsory vaccination was denied by the city commission on Monday. Presented by T. Moore and Sam P. Lemly, the leaders said the issue would go to the courts if needed, noting that Chicago and other cities had ended compulsory vaccination. Moore suggested removing signer children from schools during a smallpox outbreak. The discussion lasted about thirty minutes before Acting Mayor Phil Wright curtailed the remarks due to other business.

Ely Phil Wright Commission

Room prowlers loot several apartments in city

Detectives report robberies at three apartments yielding a total of $118. Names tied to the incidents include H C Scott, J A Meyers of 107 Woniwanu Place, and E Mills of 308 142 South Flame Street. One victim set described as heavy wallet holder had trousers rifled.

H.C. Scott Crockett Hotel J. AL Meyers Woniwanu Plurs E. Mills South Flame Street

Lithuania revolt scheme revealed

War saw dispatch reports the Lithuanian government uncovered a plan by communist elements to overthrow the government. The scheme, tied to unrest in Lithuania, prompted government reclamations and a series of a dozen reports on the activity.

Lithuania Warsaw Seice EK Wt

Bride Learns Baron Tarnow's Inside Story at Breakfast

The Russian noble Baron Tarnow who wed and lost Miss Marjorie Clendenin last week faces no strong push to claim his bride. Princess Duchtomsky told Miss Clendenin's father that the marriage may be invalid and revealed Tarnow’s past, including a Wall Street fortune and a diplomat’s career, prompting questions about his reputation and plans.

George Tarnow Florence Marjorie Clendenin Universal Service New York Varnair United States Tyo Imyesha Guards

List of Names in Historic Storms Article

A roster of individuals including Perry Abbey J K Berreta Vere Brown Edwin Chamberlain C Diehy Graebner Hendrick Peweee Holmgren Turrait Landa Martindale Napier Oppenheimer Partee Vick Stern Vaughan and Winerich appears in a storm related feature with no clear event details. The piece catalogues multiple persons likely connected to the episode or accompanying notices.

Perry E. Abbey J. K. Berreta Vere Brown Edwin Chamberlain CO. S. Diehy Chas, Graebner W. & Hendrick

Widow seeks murder clues in Clara Olson case at inquest

In Traline du Chien Wisconsin Clara Olson 22 was found battered near Risiny Sun hill. Albert Olson testified that Clara demanded Erdman Olson marry her to legitimize motherhood. The coroner's inquest heard from Erdman, Christ Olson, and Alice, with witnesses noting a letter urging marriage. The case drew a large crowd at the town hall.

Tralrie DU Chien Wis Dee Clara Olson Erdman Olson Albert Olson Coronee Olson Christ Olson Eedman Erdman Clara Christ Alice Girt’ Fidante Angie Tameston Court House Ter the Olson

San Antonio Attorney Attacked in Court Building

Neil Bae ton, a San Antonio lawyer, was attacked and beaten by the son of a wealthy local as he stepped from the elevator to face a civil suit. The first blow knocked him to the floor and a further series of punches followed before the assailant fled.

Seventy-third District Court Neil &. Baeton San Antonio San

Continued From Page One In A Fragmented Column

The piece mixes observations on infant care with warnings about opium based soothing bottles. It also touches on European politics, German fortifications, and a Nicaragua coup, urging calm, organization, and attention to avoid broader conflict.

Officer Robinson Leads Pan-Am Supply Effort

Lieutenant Robinson, longtime local aviator and Kelly Field graduate, organized and shipped supplies for the Pan-Am Air Corps, directing equipment, tools, and spare parts to bases in South and Central America. A Columbus, Ohio native born May 1894, he has flown over 1700 hours in military service and held key roles at Kelly, Post, and Selfridge fields.

Robinson A. B. McDaniel Sim Antonio Fairfield Ohio S. A Kellel Kelly, Field John L. Hines Columbus Ohio State University Kelly Field Post Field Oki Selfridge Field Mich San Diego Naval Ution Uys Philippine Department Fifth Corps Arca

Last of Flight Shins Near Readiness for Trials

The final three shins of the United States Army Pan American flight near completion at Duncan Field. The San Antonio and New York flagship aircraft are slated for practice flights Tuesday. Maj. WH Daegae leads the crew aiming for 15 hours air time before takeoff.

United States Army Pan- American Duncan Field San Antonio New York Air Jaunt WH. AL Daegae Scholinie Grover Loening Loening Aeronautical Engineering Company California

Brady Chamber of Commerce Chief Studies Local Poultry Market

Brady C C chief K D Steffins and chamber manager discussed Brady poultry prospects in San Antonio with agricultural agent Fred W Mally. The Brady farm has about birds and plans to shift from egg production toward breeding to expand the country business.

K. D. Steffins Brady Chamber Cnmmeres Poultry Farm San Antonin Mendis Fred W. Mally Agr San Antonio Brady Poultry Pradly Chamber Steffing

Settle 30 Strikes Reported in Hope of Calm

In THankow Chinese servants and customs-officials in foreign concessions settled 30 of 56 declared strikes amid ongoing antiforeign demonstrations. Police report show 26 strikes still in force as tensions persist and protests continue at the key port area.

Shan Gitat Der

McKinley Avenue Methodist Men Banquet Set At 7:30

About two hundred men are expected to attend the annual banquet of the men’s Bible class at McKinley Avenue Methodist church. Rev. T. F. Sessions will deliver the main address on the church lawn, with musical selections by the men’s trio including Dick Lambert who heads to New York for theatrical work.

McKinley Avenue Methodist Church T. F. Sessions Piremen Dick Lambert New York

Bavarian Edict Bids Girls in Calisthenics for Schools

Berlin December report says the Bavarian ministry of culture issued an edict inviting girl students to participate in physical exercises at high schools and universities. The aim is to improve morals and public conduct.

Universit Service Berlin Dec Bavarian Ministry of Culture

Alleged Robber Faces Charge of Holding Up Man

A suspect, named in one of two robberies, was jailed after being arrested by Patrolman Mike Livo. He is held in connection with a $230 theft from Joe Quiroz at El Paso Street and San Pedro Avenue Locust Street. George Forbes, night watchman at Humble Oil, was robbed by two armed men on El Paso Street. he could not identify the attackers.

Ivay Mike Livo Joe Quiroz el Pao Sanl Pedro Avenue Locust Street George Forbes Humble Oil EL Paso Street

Portrait painter to sketch Mrs Coolidge in Washington

Polish portrait artist Josef Sigall arrived in Washington to begin a canvas of Mrs. Coolidge. President Coolidge is expected to sit later for a portrait by the renowned artist, as reports note.

Washington den G Josef Sigall Coolidge

Greater 6 A Body to Meet for Library Funding

Greater San Antonio chamber of commerce committee to meet at 11 o clock Tuesday to estimate library cost for the Junior College of the University of Texas here. Albert Steves presides. Clyde Barnes will present cost estimates for a adequate library. Committee includes Sam C. Bell Lo W. Benton Clinton Brown Kranz C. Groos Alex Halff I. J. Hart Reagan Houston Mayor John W. Yobin Lane Taylor J. M. Tsrratt J. OH. Kirkpatrick Albert Kepukosky William Mcintosh Judge A. Mel J. D. On penteimer EH. Rogers Morris Hart W. B. Puttle Percy Tyrveal. Today Light will carry a complete rental directory in Classifications 60 to 80 of Light Classified Ads.

Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce University’ of ‘Texas Albert Steves

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