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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 28, 1928

Page

14

Mammoth German airship to feature twelve engines and in-flight repairs

Dec 25 report from Germany describes a colossal airship led by Dr. Claude Dernier with a 12 motor powerplant and a hull designed for water landing. It will house a large crew, include a kitchen dining room, and enable in-flight repairs to replace parts and mend systems while aloft.

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King Michael Receives Oversized Christmas Loot

In Bucharest on December 28 a chaotic Christmas tale reports King Michael amassing gifts while many orphans and hospital children receive only half. The story mentions a dramatic scene with a Spirit of St. Louis style plane and a large model elephant among gifts, plus an electric recliner and other items.

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Unclear Damaged Letter Promises Bigger Prizes

A misread December New York dispatch features a rambling unsigned letter urging larger prizes for suggestions to curb unemployment and improve industry. It questions the payoff of ideas and mocks bootleg culture while praising education and widespread spending, signed Will Rugh.

New York Messiles

Growth of Junior Chamber of Commerce Linked to International Goodwill

The article discusses the rise of the Junior Chamber of Commerce over fifteen years, linking its expansion in the United States and United Kingdom to international goodwill. It notes leaders like Harry J. Krosa and Douglas J. Jolley, mentions England and the House of Commons, and traces the movement from St. Tours in 1916 to chapters across the United States, with emphasis on civic training and intercity cooperation.

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Conttails Pull Man to Death in Chicago Scene

A coroner's jury found that William Crewdson was killed when his clothing tangled with a gasping winddriven contraption, hurling him into his own car. The incident occurred in Chicago as bystanders reported the strange accident.

Cuicago William Crewdson Crewdson

Flooding Hits 7000-Acre Belgium Tract Near Dremonde

A flood submerged 7000 acres of land and five villages near Dremonde in Belgium. Waters from the surge swept through the area, flooding farms and commercial properties including a store and an oilion. Recovery efforts and business disruptions followed as residents assessed the damage.

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Seek to Prepare Tot For Operation

Cincinnati amdist confusion a hospital physician reports Frank Hrooks in Asco Wo Vay with a swallowed toy embdedded in his throat. Surgeons plan operation to remove the object after two weeks of effort and nonfatal condition. Rockefeller celebration at Ormond Beagh Florida noted by eleven friends and neighbors.

Guincinnati Dee Frank Hrooks Asco Hospital Phywielung

Jury Begins Brewery Quiz in Columbus Investigation

A federal grand jury today resumed its inquiry into brewery operations in Cincinnati as investigators probe state and local ties. The probe names Myers Yi Corer and several Cincinnati breweries among those under scrutiny as jurors hear testimony and review records.

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Woman 104 Near Death in Florida

A 104 year old woman in Florida faced a near fatal medical event. The report references confused names and scrambled phrases but notes a stroke and potential court or political references. Details are unclear due to garbled text, but the incident centers on an elderly woman’s health emergency and subsequent reactions.

Family of eight slain in Gaston County blaze

In Dal lus near Gastonia North Carolina a five person fire killed a couple their three children and a large family wits body found burned at the home. A seven year old son was unhurt and an uncle is held in jail awaiting charges in the blaze and murder investigation.

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Paramount All-Talking Shows Preview New Era in Film

The Para leaders boast supreme resources and manpower for a new medium. Paramount Talking Pictures will exceed expectations with The Canary Murder Case Jeanne Eagels in The Letter and The Doctor's Secret. Also sound singing and talking shorts promise Paramount quality. Watch for announcements and be Paramount. The Doctor's Secret The Canary Murder Case The Hole in the Wall

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