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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 04, 1929

Page

2

Burglar Stole $12.50 From Man Bay Hotel Clerk

Beet Williams of 300 South Alamo Street Man Bay chased a burglar who robbed him of $12 50 and fled through streets barefoot down South Alamo Avenue. Detectives Meikens and Lankford reported Williams pursued the intruder from his bed and across stairs to the street before ending the chase as pavement wore down his bare feet.

Beet Williams Stonerall Jackson Hotel South Alamo Street Man- Bay Williams O. P. Meikens Nn 4 G. Lankford Alamo Street Blucky Williams Kent

Air Mail Pilot Takes to a Horse in Utah Snow

In Keldon Utah a air mail pilot named Paul Ansdert rode a borrowed horse across several miles of deep snow after engine trouble forced a crash land. He reported by telephone to his companion in Salk Lok that he was safe despite the rough night journey.

Keldon Utah Paul Ansdert Gic Init Boise Thohn And

Auto editor tosee tens South Texas tourist

South Texas tourist editor William H orlong leads a tour to San Antonio and surrounding country. The trip aims to bring publicity for large city daily papers, with Furlong and Higgs present. Parlone will escort Haight to the Davis mountains and Corpus Christi during the venture.

South Texas Uv Putney Flaight Thienga Teilwne William Horlong Manger Bishway Department Royal Chamber of Vomujeree Hurslay San Antonio Furlong Ununvan Corry New York American Norman Higgs St. Louis Globe-Democrat Davis Mountains Corpus Auristi

City Leases Gravel Pit For Park Work

City approves yearly lease of a gravel pit near Exposition Park to furnish material for park improvements. H Wiebe stated the pit will supply gravel to surface a conditioned promenade route along the park edge. The lease covers one year and totals $150 for the term.

Exposition Park H. Wiebe Paine Place

Kilday Named Permanent Chief of San Antonio Police

Appointment of Tolica Owen Kilday as permanent head of the San Antonio police department follows the resignation of Chief Miller who had served since January 1, 1925. Miller’s pension and Wolff’s appointment are noted along with acting chief Siler’s health-related leave.

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Seventy-Five Mexican Citizens Reported Expelled

Seventy five Mexican workers at the Vexan company oil operations near Monakins Tyros were allegedly expelled after a protest by Americans. A telegram reported to Enrique Santibanez claimed the Mexicans were fired on while in tents and later sent to San Antonio, with consular officials unable to locate them and uncertain if the convoy reached the city.

Boyens Vexan Company Monakiins Tyros Enrique Santibanez Af Sannin Enrique Leikensy Ak EL Basul Leikens

28th Infantry to Hold Two Special Parades at Post

Residents of San Antonio are invited to attend two special parades at the Infantry post. The first, a retreat parade, will be Thursday afternoon at 4:31 under Maj. MWY Allen of the Third Battalion. The second, guard mount, will be Saturday morning at 10:20 under Maj. Marshall Lonex of the Second Battalion.

San Antonio MW. Y. Allen Secon Marchal Lonex

New Auditorium Bids Sought in Park or Frontage

The authority will issue a call for bids to construct a new auditorium in San Piire Park or on the site to be named. The project budget will not exceed $87,000, with opening of bids set for February. The land will include a branch library along with the auditorium.

Hilt San Piire Park Font Qutmnisk Mauilay Ida Auditoriun

Pope in Vatican power struggle amid council ruling

Fragmentary report describes a Vatican council crisis with potential papal approval of new governance. Mentioned figures include Milasolini and Milani authorities while noting tensions over church property and potential opposition from Catholic leaders. The piece hints at political maneuvering affecting papal authority and international diplomacy.

Milasolini Vatican

Mrs William C Ryan to join national bridge game

Mrs William C Ryan a S A bridge player will participate in a national broadcast bridge match joining experts. She will play with Wilbur C Waitehead as her partner in the event.

William C. Ryan S. A Wilbur C. Waitehead

Indian reformer Madame Naidu reflects on democracy

In an interview at the St. Athens hotel, Madame Naidu of India discusses national freedom and self-government for Indian women. She praises American democracy while noting its imperfections and stresses inner liberty as the true path for women. She is described as a prominent writer and speaker with a family lineage of scholars.

India Mudane St. Athens Mar Wrobh Fall Vaien Todin Freelom TMCKY U. 5 America Flint Éversthinz Tina Mimi Welt Madine Naidu Amine Sali Bengal Ana

City Appropriations for Dam Structure and Commission Actions

Municipal body allocates 4945 to fund a dam structure project amid rainfall effects. The pest petition by A Krankesky seeks penalization to address a local power line issue. Commission approves widening of Caljnd ettect and related street improvements. various clerical and logistics notes appear amid cluttered OCR.

Striy Bom Olmon Dan A. Krankesky Offert Penalkeion Tell Herman and Water Street

Listeners to Hear Every Hand as S A Woman Demonstrates

The national bridge broadcast from WOAL features San Antonio listeners hearing Mrs. William C. Jesu of 310 East Courtland place team with Wilbore O. Whitehead of Sework against Mrs. Ryan and Whitehead with Mrs. Oscar Busby of Dallas. The event, with Milton C. Work as instructor, is set for February 5 at 2:30 PM.

Euch WOAL Kern San Antonio Cyesdar William C. Jesu East Courtland Place Toker Park Wilbore O. Whitehead Sework Styau Milton C. Work Novi Ae Ryan Whitehead Oscar 1Usby Dallas Tisan Annualy Broadcasting New York Ma. Busby

Wallet Lost and Found at Palace Theater

A soldier and accompanying party attended a Sunday night performance at the Palace Theater. The wallet containing $185 disappeared after the shave and was recovered by detectives sergeant Kelly and motorcycle officer H. St. Tang who tracked it to the seat used by the soldier.

Lady Tack A. Binson Brooksfield Palace Theater Watier Detectives Kelly Hlm H. St. Tang Tinson

Girl Missing Since Wednesday Sought by Police

A 15 year old girl remains missing since last Wednesday prompting a police search at 400 Hagar Street after a report from her aunt Mrs Minnie Sarenhtn. Police also sought Mrs Francisca Gareth for her husband, Gorg anlo, and three children who left home several days ago. Eta Van Deeisk, 14, Meavlay was mentioned in the report.

Nn Qolice Minnie Sarenhtn Hagar Street Francisca Gareth

Burglar Steals Ice Coupon Books From Home

Police report a burglary at 201 Wilmington Avenue. The thief took two books of ice coupon offers and wore clothing of low quality. Kris Koehler is listed as the contact in the investigation.

Ian Kris Koehler Wilmington Henke

Youth snatches purse on Tomana Street near Alain Avenue

A young offender snatched a purse containing 80 venta from a pedestrian near Tomana Street and Alain Avenue as she walked home Monday night. The suspect fled, and no injuries were reported. Police are investigating and reviewing nearby surveillance.

Conmela Xan Miguel Mann Pellee Osowth Pritae Tomana Street Alain Avenue

Two Attacked on Street Reports Police Blitz

Police reported two men were assaulted on a street at about 2 40 this morning. Both victims required medical attention, with one needing hospital care. Authorities are reviewing surveillance and seeking witnesses to identify the assailants.

Tee Andl BaeRe A. Redettniez Traylw Nizeet

City Council allocates funds for eighteen street paving projects

The city commission announced paving contracts totaling over 200000 with bids from several asphalt firms for eighteen streets. Remaining bond funds of about 2.1 million will be used, while seven streets were declared public necessities and paving bids set for February 18.

Paul B. Stetler Oity Commission Tivality Asphalt Company Trilithic Company Alama — Paving Company Corlazier Thorwiah Place Broadway Acacia Llanea Roul Rosewood Main Avenue Howston Romana Plaza Blanco Summit Lynsve Lea Keller South Flores Cornon Cw Braunfels Ashton Gibbs North New Brauntely Kevers Youth Hackberry McKinley Chicago West Georg Barramora Filmendorf Wese Poplyt Tneredo Zurbamora Denver Boulevard Millman Walters

Lindy Flies Havana Mall Continue From Page One

The article reports Charles Lindbergh’s arrival at the Miami field at 6:15 am after a morning rain. He planned to fly to Havana Sunday night, then Cristobal, with overnight stays and further legs to Nicaragua. Crowds gathered despite security, officers restored order, and Lindbergh emphasized aviation’s broader impact beyond transport.

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Donfils Offers Air Awards From Denver Post

Denver Post publisher Bonfils announces two large monetary awards to aviators and scientists. A $10,000 prize goes to the crew achieving a near great circle flight around the world near the meridian, finishing in Denver, open to all worldwide until January 4, 2834. A $25,000 prize is for establishing communication with any planet via any means.

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On Sightseeing Tour by Arr and Mrs ONeill

Arr and Mrs. ONeill of this city join a sightseeing tour through South Texas with Accommodations by Mr and Mrs J D Hirney of Baton Rouge. He serves as president of the Mission Provision companies.

O'Neill J.D. Hirney South Pexas Missiou Provision

Unclear OCR Transcript Sparks Bipartisan Inquiry

Fragmentary dispatch from Washington outlines a monotanauway inquiry centered on Tarkeen Barney of MiNtountee Creek Indian heritage. The piece notes investigations by the Indian affairs committee and touches on a marriage to Anna Laura Taw and a Bunlist Mission, with a reference to a large sum ambiguously linked to a wife.

International News Service Washington, D. C Tarkeen Barney

Mexican Embassy Official Expected Visit to Isost Route

An embassy official, a counsellor from the Mexican mission in Mexia City, is scheduled to travel from New York City via the Miami Pacific railway route. The trip, announced Monday by BE, aims to discuss duties and duties with consular staff.

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