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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1929

Page

2

Calles Visit to L A Is Hasty

Reported journey of former Mexican president Plutarco Calles to Los Angeles and onward to the border was conducted secretly with a U S military escort. In San Antonio the arrival drew police and consular observers as a crowd gathered at the depot.

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Train speeds through Laredo in wartime dispatch

A fragmented report notes rapid train movement through Laredo amid wartime upheaval. References to a Mexican border route and recent arrival of a former Mexican president suggest heightened security and diplomatic activity.

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New Mexico Mexican Ties Strained Over Laredo Deaths Conspiracy

Fragmentary report from the Rio Grande border recounts tensions between the Mexican government and U S authorities over the 1922 deaths of two Mexican army officers in Laredo. Reports mention calls for arrests, alleged conspiracies, and diplomatic friction surrounding warrants and access to officials. A brief note covers Calles’ transit through Nuevo Laredo, continued to Mexico City, and a reception by Laredo officials before the reverse journey.

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Santibanez harshly criticizes DA over Calles arrest threat

Mexican consul general Enrique Santibanez denounces District Attorney John A. Valls for threatening the arrest of former President Plutarco Elias Calles as tensions rise over Calles diplomatic immunity. He announces Mexico will withdraw its consulate from Laredo and suspend some international courtesies to avoid further incidents.

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Consul at Lareda Stunned by Order

A garbled report from Lareda describes a consul order affecting long standing ties with Lareda. The piece mentions potential implications for privileges and accounts of a historic treaty dating to the mid century, with uncertain outcomes and no clear precedent cited by observers.

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Negro Women Held in Prison on U S Narcotic Charges

Fragmented report notes three women associated with narcotics charges and a court appearance. Authorities are named but details are garbled, with references to a Warren date and a local commissioner's involvement.

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Hearing on cotton market panic and speculation

Senator Heflin says a large speculative force in New York aimed to panic the market amid Hoover era strain. He cautions hearings may reveal the driving power behind the alleged manipulation and notes witnesses on both sides will be heard after Christmas recess. Clayton testifies there was no conspiracy to push prices down.

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Repeated Theater Changes in 8. A. Denied by Owners

San Antonio theater executives denied plans for changes at the Aztec and Palace theaters on Tuesday. Aztec Theatre Corp chairman Jesse Oppenheimer confirmed no lease or sale to Publix theater interests and said a long term deal was abandoned for the present. Palace runner Hi Lee Tanto indicated no immediate changes or announcements were planned.

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Border Patrol Members Testify Before Grand Jury in San Antonio

More than two dozen Border Patrol members from Brownsville Del Rio traveled to San Antonio on Tuesday to testify before the grand jury in smuggling cases. The jurors will begin hearing other federal violations as soon as the election case in Maryland is concluded.

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Indications of Wealth and Global Ties in a Roaring Era

The piece ponders gift choices for Indy recipients amid vast wealth, noting a $110,000 diamond and a $750,000 necklace yet suggesting some enjoy simple rings. It highlights New York's $8000 billion insurance pool, US income growth over twenty years, and foreign nations seeking U S involvement in global institutions to curb Uncle Sam’s growing influence.

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Drunkenness Factor Put Before Jury in Murder Trial

The 1894 district court jury selection raised whether a defendant's drunkenness at the time of killing could mitigate responsibility. Gur navy Espinoza of Monterey Street faces charges for fatally shooting Alice Lester on September 22. Attorneys argued drunkenness might influence verdicts, influencing the trial's progression.

Exoneration Confirmed for Officer Over Stop Duty Absentl

Officer W Taylor was cleared of overstepping duties after an investigation by Commissioner Phil T Wright. The inquiry found Taylor acted because the motorist failed to stop rather than due to a missed second stop at a sign. Wright ordered officers to permit small motorist stops after a stop sign when a longer distance to the sign exists.

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Black Cat Mascot Survives Grimsby Boat Rescue Tale

A Lowestoft fishing vessel named Glade had a white furred black cub mascot aboard after a boat abandonment off the German coast. The cub, burned white by a freight incident, survived the peril in the Channel and North Sea and was landed at Grimsby with the crew recounting their terrifying experiences.

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Courtesy Card urges deputies to be civil and patient

The Little Sunbeams clan at the San Antonio sheriff's department, led by Chief Deputy Charles Peters and Sheriff Alfonso Newton Jr., circulated a "Courtesy Card" outlining polite deputy conduct. It promises a civil approach to lawbreakers and emphasizes courteous, appropriate treatment in all questions and interactions.

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Man Arrested for Altering Bank Note

A man giving the name Fred Wood of Basrllr. Coon was jailed after being charged with attempting to pass a raised 35 bill at the Gunter coffee shop. He was arrested following a lone chase and the United States Commissioner Paul Vlack posted the bond.

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Chambers Rum Case Delayed Recount Continues

The Chambers rum case faced delays as Judge Anderson granted a continuance to allow the defense more time. Witnesses were not argued, and Johnson explained info on Casbeer and a missing person search. Mayor Chambers attended briefly, then remained silent as the hearing proceeded and was adjourned for further action.

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500 Expected Here at May Convention

About five hundred visitors will be brought to San Antonio on May S and 1030 by the Texan Association of Insurance Agents convention meeting then. T. C. Carrington, convention secretary of the chamber of commerce, announces Tuesday. FLM Coleman will be in charge of arrangements for the convention.

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