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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 26, 1928

Page

2

Mayor visited by bearerg of petition over hanger use

Representatives of aviation companies pressed Mayor C. M Chambers to abandon plans to rent the city hangar at the field. The heated committee, led by Wil tian Steinarsdt, claimed the hangar should remain in city use as it houses mail and mines, while Wayne Turks explained no rental decision had been made. ACCIDENT VICTIM BURIED TILER Mrs. Fannie Ginn, 47, died from automobile injuries in Fort Worth and was buried here after funeral services for her husband and brother living locally.

Comeiies Burn Tiekt Munienal Fying Fleld Weineeday C. M Chambers Wiltian Steinarsdt Kiplane Gnayor Wayne Turks Tiler Fannie Ginn Fort Worth Ginn

Movie Folk In Row Over Wild Pacty At Pickford Home

Lottie Pickford and Jack Daugherty were at the center of a public spat linked to a two week long disturbance at Miss Pickford's residence. Pickford was hospitalized after the beating. one guest suffered a severe finger injury during the altercation. Daugherty, formerly married to Barbara LaMarr, is named in connection with the incident.

Lottie Pickford Jack Daugherty Barbara LaMarr Miss Pickford Daugherty

Christmas Spirit Gives Way to Real Work in New York

A December letter laments the holiday charity cycle and urges returning to practical aid for the poor. The writer notes gifts and cards versus costs of Salvation Army and telegraph fees, urging action beyond sentiment.

New York Der Salvation Armax Telegraph Quay Ain

Potomac Street Resident Hunts For Wild Turkey

A Potomac Street resident requested police permission to shoot a wild turkey that had escaped from a coop and taken refuge in a beehive downtown. Despite initial trouble approaching the bird, the resident called to report the turkey had been fully subdued.

Potomac Street Dave Croz

Beating Reports Rise After Early Morning Fight

Police probe linked attacks on Miss Pickford with a prior beating and a hold up. Mrs. A T White reports the incident as a case of police malfeasance amid ongoing tensions. Detectives seek connections between the two assaults and the earlier robbery attempt that targeted Miss Pickford.

A. T. White Jeven Miss Pickford Busigherle Fone Snen

Beaumont to Open New Air Mail Route on December 26

Five hundred pounds of air mail are set for the first day’s service at the Beaumont post office. A new line from New Orleans to Houston and the Mexican border will be operated by the St. Louis-based company, with daily pickups at the local airport once it is prepared for the service.

Exposition Grounds Deed to City Nears Transfer

Mayor C. J. Chambers announced Wednesday that the deed to the exposition grounds will be delivered this week and transfer to the city is expected next week. Steps to begin construction on the grounds will start the following week with the new buildings inaugurated.

Sherman Hospital Founder 63 Dies

Sherman Hospital founder Les Deo 63 died at the hospital after a long illness. A prominent local figure, Deo helped establish the facility and dedicated over fifty years to improving medical care in Sherman. He leaves behind a widow and several colleagues at the hospital.

Sherman Hospital Sherman Les Ily Shermat Bostital Dlinie Hed Utherly

Denton Bank Fails to Open Its Doors

Alterations and a bank examiner order halted operations at the National Bank in Denton as a sign claimed the board of directors erased by order. Officials report the bank’s closure appears tied to instillation delays and possible suspensions.

Denton Bank Denton Jae Change National Bank Thly Hanle Altaira Dilewals

Firewood Gatherer Drowns in Sabine River

The body of William Wignall, present in undergarments, was recovered today after he fell into the Sabine River while gathering firewood near the creek. Signs of violence were visible. In Bandera, a man named Lohme and his daughter were involved in a related incident, with Mrs Norman McCloud and Deering also mentioned.

William Wignall Irewood

Thief Steals Cash and Negotiable Bonds in Alma Gallagher Heist

Prowlers stole 30 in cash and 1100 in negotiable bonds from Alma Gallagher at 205 Real Hs inte building after entering Wednesday night. L. D. McCoy assigned to the case as officers report a man’s coat and a milk bottle taken. Burns Drug Store burglary at Arcadeny and Josephine also noted with an early Wednesday entry. Mrs. Cerry Beth reported theft of 50 vet of ramen hose a garden mike and eight chickens from her yard.

Alma Gallagher L. D. McCoy Burns Drug Store Arcadeny Josephine Street Cerry Beth San Pedro Ayer

Military Police Probe Stabbing of Soldier Names Hidden

Military police investigate a stabbing incident involving an army private at Port Anim Herston and Port Si Honilan. Details are unclear due to fragmented text but indicate a stabbing to the chest during a medical station or port area incident on a Tuesday night.

Willian Stamaki Vorani Mglitary Pratiee Eginpan Anim Herston Stacion Koanital Port Si Honilan North Flores

Death of Jacob Weber longtime San Antonio civic leader

Jacob Weber longtime San Antonio official and civic leader died at an illness at the Santa Toda infirmary. He served as fire commissioner and a Bryan County politician and was secretary of the Aina lodge for 30 years. Survived by widow Ida Weber four sons Rudolph Jacob Jr George and Carl two daughters Mrs Norman Adams of Traywnwood and Mrs Gua Wohilfart of San Antonio. Funeral services set for 3:30 pm Tuesday at the firbe chapel officiated by Rev August Maetke.

Tavob Wobey Streasurer San Antonio Vans San Bryan Cyughun Ent Polit Anid Phil Wright Unity

Riverside Park improvement funds seek eighty seven thousand

A local effort aims to secure 87000 from the 460000 bond issue for Riverside Park development. A committee from the Zonit Side Improvement league led by Gt alleges promises were made before the bond election. Mayor Chambers declined to specify amounts but said city sections would be funded from the remaining bond money. no development projects have been allocated yet.

Ios Wverside Park Zonit Side Improvement League Ly Gt Als Thikam M. Chambers Thiversidy Park More Fundy

Sheriff’s Son Buried in Throckmorton After Ranch Accident

Arrangements were under way today for the burial of Frank Falls, 19, and for the funeral of I. J. Wallank Throckmorton, former sheriff, following an accident while running a calf at the ranch. The young man’s death and the sheriff’s prior service are noted in the local report.

Arwenervige Throckmorcon Den Funeen Frank Falls I. J. Wallank Throckmorton Polly Wan

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