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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 28, 1928

Page

2

Planes Ready for Polar Explorers

Commander Hubert Wilkins reports from the Antartic expedition base at San Antena that crews have prepared planes for the polar voyage. He notes calm weather allowing system checks, roped landings, and photographic flights, with meteorological records indicating fierce storms in the polar regions.

Sir Hubert Wilkins Willa Menvat San Antena San Francisco Esuminer Wireless Volne

Phil Wright Acts as Police Judge 17 Cases Heard

In Cayporsuivy court Phil Wright served as police judge, hearing seventeen cases including traffic violations. The docket shows outcomes with fines and dismissals, outlining the Friday session and remaining cases to be addressed.

Phil Wright Fite

Mexican Rebel Leader Caught Faces Trial

Mexican rebel leader Masimiliana Vigneras, linked to two attempts to seize Ambassador Dwight Morrow, was arrested in Mexico City. He faces trial under a new decree against insurgent depredations, with no reward offered for his capture.

Mexico City Masimiliana Vigneras United States Dwight We Morrow Wonder Chalgo Mexico Rial

Conopians Hear Colonel Castle Talk At Plaza Hotel

Celia A Whine spoke to the Ro. 7. C. in the Highth Corps area before the Cono gua club at the Plaza hotel Friday noon. Preston Vial chaired the program. The club’s regular meeting is set for January 4 at the Pinca hotel.

Conopians Col. W. A. Castle Diumpin Cel. A. Whine Highth Corps Conogua Club Plaza Hotel Preston Vial Piears Pinca + hotel

Two Women Fined on Affray Charge

Two women faced affray charges after a street confrontation on Wert Mousten Street. Witnesses described a scuffle during which fingernails were used and a weapon was not clearly identified. The case referenced last year’s events and involved Vincente Tariés and Simonn Dorex.

Anneswort Vincente Tariés Simonn Mousten Sisnong Dore

Democrat the Booth Favors Salvation Army Admin Over Monarchy

The report states the Democrat the Booth endorses a Democratic administration of the Salvation Army rather than a monarchy, signaling a preference for civilian leadership over a royal rule. The note suggests a political stance aligning with democratic control of religious charity work.

Booth Salvation Anny

Evangeline Booth and Booths Leadership Shake in England

A sprawling dispatch describes Salvation Army leader Evangeline Booth’s return to England aboard the steamship Olympus, amid rumors of a potential deposing and succession drama involving Gen. Bramwell Booth. Officers report uncertainty over Miss Booth’s fate and the line of succession, with high officials noting no final decision yet.

Losdon Dex Bramwell Tui Vooth Lienae Lis Dorsot Nuiny Misa Hooth Mids Hooth Booth Bramwell Booth

Reed Burial Services Set For Saturday

William Reed, 22, of San Antonio, will be buried Saturday after funeral services. He was a member of the United American Span War Veterans and the Gene M. Meranndes Camp Nod. The service will be held at 2 PM with attendees: Mrs Lomped, Miss Warrier, and Miss Reed.

William San Antonio, Contre and Lomped Harine Warrier Jome Reed Gene W. Meranndes United American

Steffler Petition Presented to City Commissioner

A pavement petition bearing Steffler’s name and related signatures was presented to Commissioner Dal. The document urges action on street improvements in Une vi m strene area and asks for processing steps toward funding and project initiation.

Steffler Jeans Youvenne Dal Iseue

Cuban President Lifts Sugar Levy

Cuban leader announces removal of sugar export tax as part of broader policy shift. Details unclear due to fragmented text. context suggests economic reforms and ties to national production goals. No further names or dates clearly readable.

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