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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1926
Page
13
Arthur Brisbane laments U S meddling abroad and critiques policy follies after Washington conference. He notes Latimer in Nicaragua and Borah Butler debates on naval buildup while warning against overreliance on politicians. Contends flying ships could shield national interests better.
The market news bureau reports increased weekly shipments from the Grande Valley, opening a service a month early due to heavy load. Through February, 386 more cars than last year, with 505 cars of vegetables and 472 cars of fruit, including tomatoes carrots beets romaine cauliflower spinach and onions. The Taredo district shows greater diversification in crops.
The eight U S army aviators plan to resume their South American flight Friday. Maj H A Dargue Cant A B MacDaniel and Lieut TU D Weddington met President Calles in Mexico City and were due back in Tampico. One Pan American aircraft is at Vera Cruz as the four amphibians halt there before rejoining their group.
Attorney General Dan Moody, governor elect, departed Austin on Tuesday night for an undisclosed destination. Department members said he was headed toward South Texas and would return on Thursday.
Mrs J M Carr of Adams Street exhib ited six month old Oui-Ovi and her longhaired Persian rival Qui-Dai at the Houston Cat Club show. Oui-Ovi won first prizes in novice and open classes and a special prize for color. Qui-Oni, a descendant of Wampus Boy and Gypsy, claims notable pedigrees.
A man identified as John Remes was found dead near Converse on the San Antonio road. Authorities say his money was buried in his backyard and his death may stem from a robbery or assault. an inquest will be held by Justice of the Peace Anton Adamo. Local roadhouses near San Antonio are ordered closed ahead of New Year celebrations due to alleged corruption and gaming.
A 28 year old San Antonio society matron, despondent after her husband’s death, drank a mixture of six deadly poisons prepared by herself. Neighbors found her in agony, with her six year old daughter nearby. At Santa Rosa infirmary doctors feared serious burns though she may survive. She cited not wanting to endure another Christmas without her husband.
The national tobacco association reports a 50 million rise in sales of nickel and other popular priced cigars in 1926. Emmanuel E. Freeman, president, cites the surge amid convention discussions. Two items note Major naval maneuvers by Japan off the east coast next summer.
Telegraph message from Bertin relayed by Paris Midi reports the vessel Aterian foundered at sea near Kavarna with twenty one lives lost. The Paris dispatch notes distress and ongoing search efforts.
Consul General Carrillo said he would ask the Justice Department to investigate claims that Adolfo de la Huerta plotted revolutionary activities during his San Antonio visit last June. He alleged copies of documents signed by Huerta were taken from a Yaqui at the battle after the attempted kidnapping of General Obregon and would be turned over to the Justice Bureau.
Jose Cedillo, pardoned after four years of a 25 year sentence at Blue Ridge farm by Governor Miriam A Ferguson, met Wednesday at the Mexican consulate to thank Consul General Alejandro de Carrilo. He plans to return to Mexico for a fresh start and has composed two sentimental fox-trot tunes titled Miriam to send to Ferguson.
The forecast from J H Jurboe of the weather bureau predicts continued fair and cool weather for San Antonio in the next 24 hours with a minimum temperature around 30s. A heavy frost covered the city and the past 24 hours saw a low of 25 degrees. El Vaso dipped to 22 degrees, while Brownsville 38, Del Rio 34, Abilene 28, Amarillo 24, and Dallas 25.
In United States District Court Judge T Kennedy sentenced eight men and a woman for the August robbery near Rock Springs Wyoming. The defendants received terms ranging from one to twenty seven years for the heist that yielded $320000 in bonds and currency aboard a train.
Delegates to a national conference of theological students pledge not to take part in any future wars the United States may enter. The Milwaukee gathering discusses pacifist positions and nonviolence in war policy.
West Point cadets will wear short overcoats as needed while grey mackinaws replace the long coats during cold weather. The shift reflects a practical adjustment in outerwear for cadets at the academy in New York.
John Neely Bryan, credited as the first white child born in what would become Dallas, died at Wichita General Hospital this morning. He was a notable figure in early Texas history and his passing marks the end of a direct link to Dallas settlement among the city’s earliest inhabitants.
Madrid reports storms across Spain yesterday and today have claimed 28 lives. Officials described widespread damage and emergency responses as rescuers worked to reach affected areas and account for missing residents.
Three of four suspects were arraigned on conspiracy to rob charges after plotting to kidnap banker Dan Sullivan and demand $100000 ransom. Bond set at $3000. a fourth suspect released on own recognizance as state witness. Witnesses include Deputy Sheriffs Bassoco and Newton. The plan allegedly included hijacking Sullivan from his home and delivering ransom in installments.
Darby Day Jr. seeks a pardon in California for a young bride who allegedly threw acid at her spouse, as reported by friends. The couple were said to be divorced in Chicago two weeks prior.
Mary Hay and Richard Barthelmess, motion picture stars, were granted a divorce by Paris courts with the decree officially recorded though not issued under French divorce practice. The settlement notes Mrs Barthelmess’s desertion and ongoing proceedings.
The report states Major Matlock will become the new division surgeon. It notes his appointment follows the assignment of a surgeon’s son at Fort Sam to serve as commander of the Le Aan General Hospital in San Francisco.
The trial of a former Indiana Klansman facing a federal case related to the Madge Oberholtzer matter was postponed until tomorrow amid shifting proceedings. Details are unclear due to the garbled report.
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