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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 09, 1928

Page

2

Labor unions urged to prepare for armed action in Mexico

In a Mexico City dispatch the National Labor movement under Louis N Morones, leader of the regional federation, is told a proclamation will call all unions to readiness to use force. The crisis follows the struggle between Provisional President Portes Gil and Morones amid elections and cabinet changes after Obregon’s assassination.

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14 378 000 Bales Estimate of 1928 U S Cotton Crop

The U S cotton crop is put at 14 973 000 bales of 500 pounds by the crop reporting board of the agriculture department. Last year produced 12 955 000 bales with acreage abandonment estimated at 2 4 percent of July 1 cultivation.

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Harlandale Residents Rally Over City Annexation Fears

Harlandale residents plan a mass meeting at Varlandala High School auditorium on December 18 to discuss annexation by San Astonio. Gus Brown, chairman of the Gil dub, a time organization, says the city planning commission appointment is hostile and unrepresentative of the South Side and the Enix Janvnle district.

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Wright pledges fire station if Alamo Heights joins

Local officials debate annexation linking Alamo Heights Diggbounet Hilly and Terrell Hill districts to a new central fire station. Wright pledges a $25 000 station funded by bond proceeds with 12 man shifts and five engines responding, promising better insurance rates and hydrants for the suburbs.

Wright Alamo Heights Diggbounet Terrell Hill Kire Dphil Reai- Monts Alylante Linti Thia Yrge' Grea Volice de Stallion Chure Ele Antonio Alamy

Stunt Brings Free Pens Prompt Traffic Chaos

George J Bamford of a fountain pen shop on East Houston Street advertised a tray of $290 worth pens free. A crowd gathered at the Moore building and, after throwing pens from the top, traffic interference ensued. He now faces two counts of disturbing the peace as bystanders mobbed the street to claim the gifts.

George J. Bamford Fountain Pen Houston Street Moore Building Yeutice Traly Anateher

Ad Manager Visits Local Clothing Stores for Growth

An advertising official visited clothing shops in the city to assess prospects and business growth. He noted strong growth projections and positive reception from store owners, with several indicating expanding inventory and marketing efforts. The visit followed on reports of rising consumer activity and favorable economic conditions.

Death by Own Action Verdict in Stage Death

A verdict of death by own action was returned in the case of Mary Keyment Stewart who was shot during a performance in RocHESTel. The jury deliberated in Maakelt county court after the incident at a city theater. Options for appeal or further action were noted by local authorities.

Fue Suturiuy McKengly Construction Company Acutacia Rodrigues Mt Yillifa St. Mary Rochestel Vex Mery Keynent Stewart Here Mosler Maakelt

City mayor pledges stand against annexation driven school policy

San Antonio officials debate suburbs and annexation as Mayor O. M. Chambers vows to protect independent school districts. The squarely worded stance follows a Heights area meeting where board members urged keeping schools separate from city control. Attorney general ruling cited, mayor to push Austin legislature for clarity.

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Tragic Suicide Reported by Witness Girl

In Keokuk Iowa a man named Theo Belleville aged about 20 reportedly hanged himself after a girl, age 20, woke and watched him. Neighbors recall the incident occurring during a troubling sequence at their home. Police and local officials are investigating the death.

Keokuk Jawa Kee Theo Belleville Ti Unm Delleville

Let 'Er Go Gallagher at the Autumn Rodeo

A fragmentary note describes an autumn event featuring cowboy culture and a roster of participants. It hints at a crowd, rustic setting, and a general sense of entertainment with lively rodeo atmosphere and community interest.

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