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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 10, 1926

Page

26

Ormiston Silent On Aimee Kidnap Case Inquiries

In Harrisburg the fugitive Ormiston refused to answer questions about Aimee Semple McPherson, with a smoldering mix of evasions and admonitions. He denied nothing, hinted at forthcoming revelations, and avoided details on Carmel by the Sea episode and the missing trunk items linked to a past affidavit. He plans Chicago counsel as Los Angeles officials close in, while journalists track his whereabouts and ties to a Dear Darling Man alias.

Tomobile Santa Barbara Ormiston Aimee Agua Friesta Mexico Douglas Ariz Benedict Carmel-by the Sea McIntyre Pennsylvania Hotel New York Carmel Ammee Semple McPherson Ke Spas Chicago Edward BH. S. Martin Harrisburg Asa Keyes Los Angeles Washington Angelus Temple Fletald and Examiner

Five Pan American amphibian planes prepare for flight

The five amphibian planes of the United States Pan American flight are set to air from Duncan Field Monday morning weather permitting. Friday workmen painted the planes and pilots while most mechanical adjustments are complete. The hop off date is December 20 and pilots expect to fly.

United States Pan-American Flight Duncan Field Sips

Ormiston’s Dad Praises Son’s Stand By Winternal Sorstce

W. C. Ormiston defends Kenneth Ormiston amid extradition talk after Kenneth is sued in Harrisburg. The father says he would fight extradition if in Kenneth’s shoes, and dismisses Mrs. McPherson rumors as gossip. Kenneth rejects the chatter as “the hunk.”

Kenneth Ormiston Mrs. McPherson Kenneth

Ormiston Captured Praised by Keyes and Hearst Papers

Los Angeles district attorney Meyers credits Chicago Herald and Examiner and Los Angeles Examiner for capturing Kenneth G. Ormiston. He lauds Hearst papers for investigative reporting linked to the McPherson case, saying the capture serves California residents and church followers. He notes Ormiston faces two crimes against the people of the state.

Washington Ase Meyes Los Angeles County Kenneth Ormiston Chicago Herald and Examiner Los Angeles Examiner Kenneth G. Ormiston United States McPherson Hearst California Onvsion

Kenneth accused in fight over false frame up charges

Witness claim asserts Kenneth is not a cad and attacks alleged frame up. He defends son’s truthfulness, pledging to battle media and investigators to prevent further eaves and suspects, while recounting concealment of evidence at the Oakland garage. Mrs Ormiston, Kenneth’s mother, remains distressed amid notoriety.

Aimee Kenneth Oakland

Equator Joint-Commander Teaches General Patrick Flight Skills

Major Herbert A. Darsue, veteran Air Corps pilot and commander of the Pan American flight, will deliver Coolidge’s felicitations to nineteen republics during a goodwill circumnavigation beginning December 20 from Duncan field. Darsue, a Military Aviator honoree, trained Mason M. Patrick and taught him to fly, with about 2000 hours in the air. The delegation will practice intership signals next week, including emergency landings and in-air turns, as the five amphibian planes prepare for the southern voyage.

Herbert A. Darsue Dargne Philippines Army Signal Corps San Antonio Desert Kellyfield Columbus Nml England France Southeastern Department Air Corps Engineering School McCook Field Ohio Washington Command and General Staff Fort Leavenworth Patrick Dorgue Mason M. Patrick Air Corps Ofice New York Brook United States Military Academy Military Academy Coast Artilery

Hypnotism Case Involving San Antonio Woman and Family

The San Antonio woman testified that an earlier meeting distressed her, denied adopting the name Mary Revealed Jesus, and said her husband preferred she stay home. She claimed her entire family baptized into a negro church and described threats to shame her as she left town. Troyd Slaughter, 16, reported she spoke of being chosen by God and that her husband warned family to uncover secrets to force her out. The defense plans to present witnesses. verdict expected Friday.

Mr. Slaughter Troyd Slaughter Mrs. Slaughter

Boy Scout Leaders to Meet Outdoors Session

Outdoor session planned by the Boy Scout Leadership Training course at 3 30 Saturday afternoon on the grounds of the Toy Scouts headquarters on Bronway. Deputy regional executive Ernest Voss conducts the training and warns class members to wear old clothes.

Toy Scouts Bronway Ernest ©. Voss

Thrift Campaign Offers World Bank Prizes Time Limited

The Light promotes a mutual thrift campaign with prizes for new accounts. The first ten accounts receive an extra 50 cents plus a world bank globe, totaling a $2 savings start per winner. Deposit a coupon and 56 cents to receive a savings passbook and world bank. campaign lasts ten days with six month continuation rule and 5 percent interest compounded semi annually.

World Bank Mutual Deposit and Loan Association Broadway Mnusl Deposit and Loan Association

Fudge Sends LA Youth to Jail at Mother's Request

A Los Angeles youth of 29 is fined $15 for vagrancy by Street Commissioner Paul B Steffler acting as judge in the Corporation Court. On a mother's plea the youth was jailed for inability to pay the fine after remaining silent as charges were read. The mother thanked the judge as she left the courtroom.

Paul B. Steffler Corporation Court Getiing Steffler

Waco Theft Loot Believed in City

Waco police believe part of loot from an early Friday warehouse burglary may head to San Antonio. Waco Chief of Detectives Simp Sheppard told Sam Stivet, chief of detectives, about the theft and its possible route.

Waco San Antonio Simp Sheppard Sam Stivet

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