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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1929

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Haitian political fever colors a turbulent election scene

A chaotic canvas shows seven Haitian political groups urging President Hoover to maintain Marine presence in Haiti and supervise elections. April sees a flood of 100 presidential candidates, all aggressive and backed by fervent followers. Critics note conservative fatigue, get rich schemes, and anxieties over Wall Street dominance, with diverse voices from Souter to Mayo and beyond.

Pee Air Mil ER Hoover Haiti Little Haiti

Weather Summary Toward Colder Conditions Across Texas

The report describes cloudy skies and rain in the south with much colder conditions in the north. Winds shift to a fresh northerly direction by midweek, with temperatures dropping to around 20 to 23 degrees on Tuesday night and near 14 to 20 degrees in the far north. Expect partly cloudy and cold weather elsewhere with increasing wind and potential frost.

Jeu Antonie Klelnts Ryinat Texas Morsh Lamperatur

Mexican Consulate Closed as Laredo Tourists Restricted

Mexico imposes measures against Laredo citing District Attorney Walls as target. The foreign office orders closing of the consulate at Laredo effective December 1 and revokes tourist card issuance for entry, prompting travelers to seek approval at Corpus Christi or San Antonio. The move follows alleged complicity by General Callez and Obregon in past Mexican affairs.

Mexico City Sincedo Teras John Watts Plutarco Elina Clavier Forvice Foreign Office Laredo Department of Interior Mexico Culey Corpus Christi San Antonio Flington Coley Department of Foreign Relations Walls Wally Lareds Cailes Obregon Maedor Sarranta Texas Rio Granile Valls Pasyel Galles United States General Collen Hin Heath

Morrow Accepts New Jersey Senate Post

Dwight W. Morrow formally accepts appointment as U S senator from New Jersey after Senator Bass resigns. He will take office soon, while his duties as ambassador to Mexico transition to a delegate role at the London arms conference.

Wasrington D.C Dwight W. Morrow New Jersey Bass Mexico

Costos Sets New Endurance Mark on Closed Circuit

Marseilles France Lee typt Tiendonne Cosle and his companion Paul Codon landed at Litroa aviation field after setting a wet world record for a closed circuit flight of 5130 kilometers about 5062 miles. They were aloft 52 hours and 40 minutes, flying over Avignon Nimes and to Istres flying field.

Marseilles France Lee Tiendonne Cosle Paul Codon Litroa Verio Avignon Nimes Istres

British Fliers Seek African Hop Mark

A coral air force monoplane piloted by Squadron Leader A. G. Donce Williams and Flight Lieutenant Jenkins left at 8 a.m Eastern Standard Time in an attempt to set a long distance non stop flight record to South Africa. Weather was favorable and the plane was expected to reach South Africa before nightfall Thursday.

Nye Resolution Action Deferred in Senate Committee

The Nye resolution to present Senator Grundy to Pennsylvania was defeated today by the senate elections committee until after the Christmas recess when a quorum was unavailable.

Nye Ington, VC Pnseat Sentor Grundy Senate Elections Committee

Miners Buried After Blast at North McAlester Mine

An explosion at the North McAlester mine in OMA town notes 60 miners buried. Emergency crews rush to assess the scene and locate survivors as rescue operations begin.

North McAlester

War declared on gasoline bootlegging in Texas

State officials announced a campaign against gasoline bootlegging to curb tax evasion. Attorney General R J Hobbitt and Comptroller A Terrell will lead a Wednesday visit to San Antonio to seek prosecutions of those substituting derivatives for gasoline. Lexar county attorney Tom Newton said he has not heard of the move and knows of no local complaints.

San Antonio Attslin R. J. Hobbitt Krmm Tileley A. Terrell Robbitt Austin Tom Newton Lexar Newton Austin Fors

Helen Wills Plans for Wedding Trip to San Francisco

Helen Wills announced plans for marriage to Moody of San Francisco. The tennis champion said the wedding would be at her parents home in Berkeley if arrangements are complete, though plans were not finalized.

Helen Wills Berkeley Cal Miry Melen Wills Wwe Tred Moody

Yale Seismograph Registers Quake in New Haven

A Yale University seismograph at Peabody Museum recorded a strong earthquake at 6 20 am. The quake originated about 4 750 miles from New Haven with an unclear direction. The report notes notable seismic activity observed by Yale authorities.

Yale New Haven Yvan Peabody Mu‘gen Yale University Wieleberminnil

Haiti Inquiry Body Appointed by Solons

The House committee approved a revised measure authorizing the president to appoint a commission with seven members to investigate conditions in Haiti and report within the month.

Haiti Solons Washington Baee Tipi Farriga Mreshlent Muntin

Jurors View Vote Trial Records in Austin Case

Federal probe into the McCleskes-Wirebach election ties records to the Augustus McCleskes trial in Austin. Grand jury sessions heard testimony from Seeligson and Dave Dewhurst along with county officials as witnesses were summoned and questioned about alleged election alterations.

Federal Prund Jurg Loestar Augustus McCleskes Austin Tash Muarel Lamar Serligson Ninety Fourth Sedigson Dave Dewhurst Star Wiles Mrs . Boer Fritz Rossi Frank Mera Seeligson Billharte Shane Wulf Sherif

Brisk Norther Foretold Across Texas Coast to L A

A brisk norther is forecast to drop temperatures by about 20 degrees in San Antonio and vicinity Tuesday night into Wednesday with intermittent rain. The Weather Bureau notes a sharp cool spell across East Texas and Northeast Texas, while West Texas expects warmer winds to wane.

Kenperatura San Antonio Antonio Lexas Texas

Mrs Hoover Uses Chinese in Letter to Teacher

Mrs Herbert Hoover writes a note to Chavn Yoew Tang a year-old teacher. The letter expresses a pure vision for a photograph and uses Chinese words, reflecting Hoover’s continued interest in language and culture during her travels in Peiping.

Franklin Murder Jury Completes deliberations in case

A jury finished weighing the Franklin murder case at 10 30 a m Tuesday. They found four defendants accused of killing Franklin a farm laborer near Mageh. The erratic OCR text places the proceedings in Mountain View with references to Ack Pog Wy and other garbled names.

Franklin Molntain View Omnie Franklin Mageh

Real Estate Board Action Protested in Wisconsin Case

A filing protested a real estate action tied to Wisconsin entities and affiliated groups. The document mentions a governance issue, a chamber affiliation, and opposition to a land sale in Texas, reflecting disputed proceedings and regional ties.

Counterfeit Bill Warning Issued in New York

Officials warn the public that counterfeit bills are circulating in New York City. Police urge vigilance as fake currency appears similar to genuine notes and may pass at local businesses. Citizens should check security features and report suspected fakes to authorities.

New York Arcres

State Wins Fight for Del State Wins Fight for Del

The state Dominion continues its effort to pursue E. L. Chambers in a conspiracy case to manufacture liquor. Judge W. S. Anderson presides in the Thirty-seventh District Court as witnesses and defense pass through adjournments. The investigation targets a large liquor ring while progress hinges on securing key witness Casheer for trial.

E. L. Chambers W. 8. Anderson Thirty-seventh District Court Chambers M. Chambers Carl Wright Tohnson Lam Olloway Calhoun Jack Blalock Adoeacy General of Texas Austin Colum San Antonio Howe Nisin N- 1 Canbeer Capita Ance Surize Anderson Tauar Sech Hak Taguary Altl Marthana Brakkespor Lynn Stephene Tagilier Ranching Neil T. McTionald Pann City Vlerk Theny Me Dana Inter Besar Rnauis Grand Jury Seekigaung Polson

Suspended Officers Under Probe in San Antonio Police Case

San Antonio police chief Kilday and Fire and Police Commissioner Phil Wright oversee investigations into suspensions of three officers amid a poker game at detective headquarters. Grand jury subpoenas issued as detectives questioned. names withheld. A prisoner’s phone tip ties officers to possible criminal activity.

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Japanese Naval Policy Reported By U8 and Britain

Fragmented OCR text discusses shifts in naval policy involving Japan and Britain, referencing Taipei, water, and potential strategic posture. It mentions assessments, possible plans, and political tone with unclear specifics due to garbled source.

Britain

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