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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1929
Page
18
A cluttered piece discusses shifts in American industry toward humane practices in worker welfare, vacations with pay, higher wages, and five day weeks. It argues business leaders must balance profits with national well being and human service, presenting President Hoover as a proponent of declared independence in industry.
A faint unnamed comet, magnitude eight, was sighted near Gamma Lyrae by observers in Krakow and captured in photographs at the Wrambure observatory. It appears distant with a growing tail, while its absolute brightness awaits determination after further observations. The discovery is credited to Professor A Wik and linked to a Berlin conservatory researcher Guenther Archenbord.
James Walker and Ghiengo, patient at the Shizon state hospital, were rescued from Rock River by Sheriff Miller and firemen. Ghiengo broke through the ice while trying to cross the river and stood shoulder deep for two hours before being dragged out with block and tackle.
A fragmentary report notes President Jailed and Pont Du Pont facing a funding appropriation dispute. The filing involves Die] Pont Milling and Bales corporation and a land action valued around £150,000. Details are unclear due to damaged text.
Cheyenne Wyoming dispatch reports Mrs Taube, 35, died after an automobile driven by Captain Dr Johogan crashed into a pillar at Fort Francia Pi Warren. The officer was intoxicated and blamed for the fatal accident.
In a report resembling a fragmented OCR, Scotland is described as employing wireless detectors to monitor mail handling and detect overdue radio signals. The notice emphasizes seeking competent workers to operate equipment and support efforts to enhance post office efficiency and service in local communities.
A 12-year-old Pasadena boy is in juvenile custody on suspected narcotics involvement. The case centers on a stalker who allegedly lured him from school and supplied drugs. Police and a school physician say the youth showed signs of long-term drug use and an investigation targets possible other victims.
Albany dispatch reports Mrs. Prudhomme refused to reconcile with husband Arthur Prudhomme after he drank poison in Adams Massachusetts. Doctors say he is recovering in a hospital. She declares she will seek a divorce, noting he cannot support her and will not work.
The Brussels to Ostend air route lights have been completed forming a chain of beacons and aerial light houses over more than 1100 miles from London to Koenigaberg East Prussia. The path runs via Brusaria Hanover and Berlin and a night mail service will open Brussels to London on November 1 by Air Union Sabena, later extending to Geemang.
In Howden England residents christened the airship Cupid Airship as staff and crew from the Hi the Cupid Airship married during the three and a half years of its construction.
Ontario woman Misa frelergen travels 12000 miles by ship to Rhodeaig to marry Sout ram Pain in a bold cross continents union. The voyage highlights a dramatic international romance and formal wedding plans.
Washington TV report notes a policy shift where the assistant secretary of the navy will fly a red ensign bearing a fouled anchor and four white stars on ships, signaling his presence. The change substitutes for the prior blm field flag.
An aviation figure from Dee SD known as Welter M. Creva traveled by airplane to attend court in the United States after a collision incident near Kankan City and Ar. Tandn. The trial involves charges tied to the chembat event and uses a Lockheed monoplane in the proceedings.
Fort Worth aims to build an opera house style auditorium for First Baptist Church with 1000 seats and a $375,000 five manual organ. The design features cushioned chairs and an elevated stage resembling a metropolitan opera house.
Ernest Sungquist, near death, confessed to defalcations over 4000 at Susank Merchants Bank in Kansas. After recovering he testified his 40 book alterations hid shortages and implicated bank director T O Morrison and his father C W Hunquist in a real estate related scheme.
Mary Williams claimed John Williams struck her with a lamp during a dispute. The city judge supported her demand, sentencing him to two years in jail and two years of parole, reflecting her chosen punishment in the domestic case.
The Nationalist government's ministry of communications aims to establish two powerful radio stations in Shanghai for Europe and the United States links. A Manila link with the Studio Corporation of the Philippines is underway, with direct through service hoped before long.
CHICAGO December 25 Louis Vandiger nailed up the doors of his home at 266 North Oakley Avenue fearing sleep would invite burglars. His wife was outside at the time. Police were notified and Vandiger received six months probation.
Police seek two men who overpowered night employees at the Chicago pie plant and escaped with about $20,000 in cash and negotiable securities. Details are scarce. authorities request public help identifying suspects.
In Weiser Idaho on December 25 a mystery malady sickened about 10 percent of the Intermountain Institute students leading to collapses in class. Several instructors also fell ill as physicians treated the cases.
In Cobalt Ontario on December 26 a dog stood over the body of a dying master. The dog, loyal and faithful, kept the man warm as he lay in a chilly setting until help arrived. Joseni Fletcher died a few hours later from pneumonia.
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