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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1927
Page
13
Arthur Brisbane reflects on contemporary society's mood and media influence, noting how public opinion shifts with dramatic events and sensational headlines, and urging readers to seek clarity beyond flashy rhetoric. He emphasizes personal judgment and the responsibility of editors in shaping public discourse.
Eroded clippings recount a rainy day journey across America from Kansas City to San Francisco. Mentions include Miss Vivian Houser, Chevrolet thefts, and General Motors president Jose as a backdrop to a nation debating tariffs, prohibition, and reshaping industry. Congress opens with thousands of bills. McLeod pushes national referendum on repeal, while the country threads unity beyond borders via trade and innovation.
Lamar Seeligson was named by Governor Moody on Wednesday to fill the Bexar County district attorney vacancy created by Chambers becoming San Antonio mayor. Walter Tynan is expected to be appointed first assistant. Rumors had circulated that Wayne Davis might be chosen, with hundreds of telegrams supporting Davis arriving at the governor’s office. Seeligson has served as first assistant to Chambers since his election two terms ago.
Sheriff William Toessin and a deputy shepherded about 125 jurors through a night of mud and cold as they gathered a venire for the trial of Berky Rogers, charged with robbing Farmers National Bank of Buda. The selection paused for a venue challenge before Judge M C Jeffrey, with difficulties in summoning jurors and defense objections clouding progress.
Fragmentary weather notes describe cold fronts and cooling temperatures across regions with mentions of Texas Oklahoma and the Panhandle. Several garbled phrases hint at low 20s to mid 20s Fahrenheit and winds, but the data is unclear and not reliably mapped to specific locations or times.
Keeling, national committeeman from Indianapolis, dies suddenly at his home, drawing tributes from party members. The unexpected death leaves the local Republican organization without its longtime leader.
Early Wednesday police report rings stolen from a local jewelry shop. Store officials cite a break in and suspect entry through rear door. Officers seek witnesses and monitor nearby surveillance footage for clues.
Windywan resident Dee T Wren Smith faced Senate action over an oath issue. The chamber barred Smith from taking a seat as questions about the oath and eligibility were raised, delaying occupancy until a formal determination.
Today’s story on Menino, part of a Bay series, is published by Hearst. A documentary reproduction will be found on page 31 this week, confirming the tale’s activity and credibility.
AUBLIN December 7. Governor Dan Moody of Texas seeks a second term. Senator Ed Wilt announced here that Moody should run again, urging support for continued leadership and policy direction.
In Geneva a tentative plan to preserve peace in Western Europe through arrangements between Poland and Lithuania forms the main part of today’s League of Nations program. The council addresses the issue as it seeks to avert wartime tensions.
New York report states Hughes will not seek the Republican nomination for president. The statement, attributed to his aide, says Hughes will not run and cites personal reasons.
Colonel Foulois is nominated for brigadier general in a Washington ceremony as part of late December military promotions. Routeia, listed as an assistant, is also connected to the nomination, reflecting changes in the air force leadership during this period.
A local photographer documented five air field sites around Fort Worth. The images capture layouts, hangars, and runways with emphasis on military and civil aviation history as presented by the Pwenty-secoud Phoig Section.
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