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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1929
Page
10
President Hoover inspected the damaged White House offices after a devastating Christmas fire. Guards and fire crews blocked the area as renovations began. Temporary private offices will be set up in the state department building across the street with General Pershing’s former space repurposed for Hoover.
An early 19th century record notes President Hoover facing a fire at the Treasury building while defending the capital. It recounts his calm leadership during a crisis that tested the White House and federal offices, marking a notable precedent in executive crisis response.
President Hoover kept a date with his medicine ball on Christmas day despite a White House fire. On the grounds, Drozel Boone, Jenander Legge, Wilbur, and Mark Sullivan joined in shoveling snow while the fire crews fought the blaze. Afterward the executive group gathered with Mr Weaver and disaster experts to assess the day’s events.
Damaged OCR describes destruction of heirlooms and portraits during a fire at the White House. Items including jade ware and furs reportedly survived, while several cabinet pieces and a private den display snags and soot. Officials assess salvage viability and tradeoffs for reconstruction.
The piece surveys agricultural price guesses for wheat and cotton, notes a surge in one billion three hundred ninety one million dollars in auto credit and bond-backed purchases, and discusses the impact of installment plans on industry. It also mentions prison life, a Christmas celebration, and Pope Pius IX reacting to Mussolini's regime.
Two individuals named Mr and Mrs Herbeet Ford were buried from a residence at 247 Sean Ford Court Mordss, following services by Dr BLP Fal pastor of First Presbyterian Church. Family attendees included Leiper Melton Calegian and Emil an T G Heasy, with other names and places listed in the fragments.
A garbled report describes a holiday flight plan involving John To Monte, Captain Mourt, and President Horeevelt. It mentions weather disruptions, gusts, and failed efforts by several hunters, with scattered references to Washington and a fire incident delaying events.
Seven Yap An residents suffered minor injuries in a series of automobile accidents during the Christmas holidays. Cristoval Reyes and Charles Barber were treated at Mobile B Green hospital after minor injuries on Salinas Street and North Trinity site. Mrs. E. Plummer received slight injuries at Palmetto and Evans Commerce Streets and was treated at home. Evelyn Flores was injured in a collision on Wyoming Street, while Nandy Flores and another driver collided at Bloueton and Buwin streets. Joe Chavez and Louis Kenneth sustained minor injuries in separate incidents near Main and Travis.
Army aviators travel to California with Lieut aLeaain directing gravity training. Officials from Dox will enter with water aviator details and timing of Lee Stig at Murey field in California. Bork filers required for date from rod.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions monetary figures and names but is incoherent, offering no verifiable events, entities, or dates to anchor a factual summary. The readable items do not form a coherent incident, action, or outcome suitable for a standard news card.
Berlin reports a rise in personal crisis incidents amid winter conditions. Officials note higher strain on social services and call for community support as colder days intensify stress across neighborhoods.
News item reports six people injured in separate dawn attacks. Joe Alvarez, 24, 223 North Richter, fled pursued by three men who allegedly shredded his clothing and attempted a knife assault near Guadalupe and Sandeinto Horenta. Alvarez links the incident to a string of attacks in two weeks. A 14 year old stabbed 16 year old Romeso Purgles at North Flores and Ashby, while juvenile authorities investigate. The victim received treatment at Robert B. Isreen Hospital.
New York donors contribute over 500000 to aid the needy this Christmas with totals from the Charity Organization Society 4084.50 and other groups including the Association for Improving the Condition of the Poor 1205 the Catholic Charities archdiocese 8355 and the State Charities Aid Association 3138 alongside Jewish philanthropic bodies and local bureaus.
Pioneer Woman of Hays County dies as Mrs Hiard of Mass county is reported. Funeral services were held with Trev. F. Tuchan in attendance. Mrs. UilHard survived by three children and grandchildren. Burial took place in Kyle.
A Boston firm completed a deal to acquire wool holdings in Hays County. The transaction involves Brookfield Silk and Wool Co and local supplier Raw Mareoy, with terms indicating a sizable purchase and cross regional trade interest. The move signals continued textile commerce across New England and Texas partnerships amid evolving market conditions.
A 78 year old man, identified only as LeBescore, finally experiences his first shave after years with sparse facial hair. The event occurs at a local barber shop where he climbed into the chair seeking a firm shave. The narrative notes a crash and a medical incident, with authorities investigating a possible accident.
The DeMolay fundraiser funded a dinner with Ralph J. Antol and Russell Garpole signing the pledge. About 1300 Mexican children enjoyed a La Prensa sponsored party at the Mission theater on Commerce Street with San Nicolas as the program. Sunday schools and church groups distributed baskets. Christmas observances included midnight masses at Catholic churches and services at St. Mark's Episcopal and Grace Lutheran. A Broadway review Padlodka of 1929 will be staged at the municipal auditorium Wednesday evening. Nat M. Washer hosted a Christmas dinner for 400 San Antonio newsboys at the Gunter Hotel, after which they visited the Majestic Theater.
Commerce department specialists report the toy market worth over 10 million dollars in Young America. Shifts in taste drive changes in dolls, playhouses, and realistic, well‑detailed toys including airplanes, Zeppelins, electric trains, and yachts. Modern dolls match growing children with complete wardrobes and accessories.
The board confirms Bruce W Tea garden resigned as attorney for the board of education. The action was announced at the January 7 meeting after members indicated the resignation was not requested by the body. The resignation comes amid questions over Teagarden’s handling of a personnel matter and Spanish Area project.
Fi Salamon, once in Los Angeles theater circles, stars in a New York stage production. The article notes negative garbled wording but highlights his return to the spotlight in a Martin Meek thes—an affair praised by critics and audiences alike.
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