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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 19, 1929

Page

2

Innocence Claim Amid Laredo Murder Case Dismissal

A grand plea echoes after District Attorney Walte dismisses the murder indictment of Duke Carver in the Gen Lucio Alanon case. Carver insists on innocence and laments police and governmental obstacles while outlining a hoped jury trial. The dialogue hints at diplomatic immunity disputes and arch conspirator insinuations in a tense cross-border drama.

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Carver Explains Stand Against Mexican Interference

Carver declares resignation at O Telia to challenge reprisals on Laredo courts. He vows to resist foreign dictate, asserts equality before law, and aims to run again in July primaries. He criticizes those allied with Mexico and invokes Lincoln’s law-centered vision.

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Demand Walls Resignation and Diplomatic Clash Deepens

The page shows a fractured plea demanding the resignation of Walls amid political tensions in Laredo and border trade friction. It also notes Washington reporting Senate amendments on a rovere voting line and an appropriation with a specified amount, highlighting a divided stance on border policy and governance.

City to seek bids for open air theater monument plan

City considers building a Grecian style open air theater in Star Sunken ganfens with a foundation to honor a city of 1,000,003, calling for bids Monday on the project drafted by architect Gutzon Horglum. Estimated costs run into hundreds of thousands with bond funding planned. a single life project awaits funds while future growth is eyed.

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Permits Granted for Bus Lines by Texas Motor Vehicle Board

In Austin, December, the motor vehicle division of the Texas Railroad Commission granted operating permits to 18 individuals for buses. Notable names include Matthews, Bullivan, and Lapoorte, with routes such as Houston to La Porte via Deer Park and Pasadena, and San Antonio to Marcus City via San Saba. Other permits cover service from Abilene to San Angelo and from San Angelo to Abilene via Winters and Dumaire.

Bal Angelo Wo Abilene Winters

Fort Sam Soldiers Get Christmas Pay Break

Fort Sam Houston troops will receive part of their pay early as a Christmas bonus funded by the finance head. The move marks a historic shift as soldiers expect funds in mid December rather than after New Year.

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Promised Early Trial Set by Court in Venice Case

Special to Grady Nichols reports an early trial in Venice with Thoanewer petitioning for an early plat and new device. Attorneys for Thendy Nichola filed, with Fort May Stanton Weldher charged as imuker on December 1. Ninth District Court Judge Whuritay set the trial for January 6. The court granted the special venine Niehily weak enarsed and later tne Merl fr bala miniv.

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America Japan Naval Agreement Reported

A joint statement from American and Japanese delegations at the London naval conference outlines aligned objectives and intent to proceed toward a formal agreement. The briefing references broader disarmament aims and steady cooperation, though wording remains guarded pending fuller talks.

Lindos Naval Confers

Ranchers in Pearsall Declare War on Coyotes

At a Rogers County meeting in Pearsall Texas the Frioesnuts ranchmen voted to tackle coyotes soon. J W Dees of Moore elected chairman with a committee including Centre H Thever A W Wealherter Fr B Kolbmann Ry 1 Corder and Will Thompson to study best eradication methods. The group planned to hire sav rode rappers and seek a bounty system amid noted depredations on turkeys and poultry.

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Camp Kearney Air Base Recommendation Report Summary

Secretary Adams endorses Camp Kearney as a potential air base location. The House defense committee published today a memo supporting the site for a Pacific theater air facility.

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Tax Collections Boost U.S. Income in Dec Reports

Fragmented text notes increases in income tax collections for the first five months of the year, with December figures cited and government actions referenced. Names and exact details are garbled, but the general report highlights rising tax receipts and fiscal activity.

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Parents Plan Action After Eloping Couple Elopement Rumor

A garbled report notes a couple eloped, triggering parental concern and plans for action. Evelyn Miller, a student, is mentioned with unclear details about involvement or timeline. The fragment references Vernon Rimers and Deaton but lacks concrete dates or locations.

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Nancy Astor Hurt on Horseback Ride

Northampton report notes Nancy Astor injured during a horseback ride. An examination by doctors indicates a spine injury with expected complications. Local medical staff and Merinus specialists are monitoring her condition and advising rest as recovery progresses.

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Midway Holiday Dance and Weather Cancellations

Illimited OCR fragment reports a Christmas Eve dance at the Midway Grides and a New Year weekend event at Midway Orioles, with weather notes about cold conditions and heating. The text mentions dates around December 24 and January 1 but is garbled.

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Beverly Wills Cash December 19 telegrams and remarks

Secretary Stimson and the Japanese have conferred on their demands at the disarmament conference. The writer mocks a district attorney in Laredo Texas for arrest plans and hints at governors ambitions. Rogers, Will.

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Advertising Prompts Fireworks Slippage in Texan Event

The notice hints at a major advertising push tied to a Texan event featuring fireworks and literary prizes. George Koenr is mentioned alongside novels and exhibition rewards, suggesting a contest or promotional showcase with large-scale displays.

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Violent assault on two girls alarms Cleveland police

In Cleveland a rabid assailant has attacked two girls in three nights. Rose Davids, struck on the head, was dragged into a yard but escaped. Naomi Devore, 20, was knocked down by a railroad coil and left unconscious. Detectives seek a suspect as the victims recover in hospital.

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Tax list notes and clerical updates in Kenedy

Tax collector Marvin N. Baitler reports on the 4878 persons listed on pall tax books with 200 paying before November 14. A public notice appears in the classified section inviting job seekers and business advertisements under Classification 82.

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