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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 04, 1929

Page

8

Oil Firms Protest Vera Cruz Tax Laws

Universal Service reports from Mexico City that several oil companies sent a note to the Mexican government protesting state laws passed by Vera Cruz officials. The companies call the levies unconstitutional, arguing the constitution forbids local administrations from imposing such taxes on the oil industry. They vow strong measures to oppose the laws.

Universal Service Mexico City el Uni ‘Veren Apa Vera Cruz Satatute Senten Owen

Captain Fried's Program Includes White House Visit

Captain Fried's program included a visit to the White House where a reception and congratulations by the President awaited the mariner directing the crew of the steamer. He planned to leave Washington for New York next, then travel to Boston Worcester Providence Philadelphia and possibly Cincinnati. The item notes his musical talent as a source of happiness.

Washington, D. C George Fried White’ House Mariner

South San Antonio Elects Clergyman as First Mayor

South San Antonio, adjoining San Antonio, elected a clergyman as the town’s first mayor, J. T Everett, as the city prepares to organize a government to manage rapid growth spurred by nearby Kelly Field and railroad plans. The inauguration will occur tonight with other officials taking office to support industrial expansion and local development.

South San Antonio San Antonio Uow Kelly Field Ink Incorporated

Boy Scout Powwow Booths Expanded At Alamo Council

Thirty two merit badge booths are being prepared for the opening night of the first annual Boy Scout Powwow of the Alamo Area Council. The event is sponsored by the San Antonio Rotary Club which funds and outfits the booths. Troops and sponsors listed include Troop 1 Carpentry sponsored by Albert Steves Jr and several others with varied skills from signaling to blacksmithing.

Alamo Ares Council Carl A. Bryan ACONE San Antonio TLV Hulmgreen Forestry Tlaubscher Carl Newton Martin Wright C. I. Gatins J. W. Watson Willard Simpson D. I. Elonighhne Croop Menrell Ben Gersdorf Porter Loring Tran Prining Willisuy O. Clegg Reasonry Doni Lozano Ole Farnsworth Pioneering A. J. Atelmizie Anil Agriqulture Tied Swmmert Sasketry George Allensworth Jason Tinbkbinding Ruste

Seven Involved in San Antonio Auto Accidents

Seven people were injured in San Antonio over the weekend in seven automobile crashes reported to police. Names include William D. Brown of Quirlos Lesas, and J M Winters, with injuries ranging from crushed hands to minor bumps. incidents occurred on Campbell Road, Fredricksburg Road, Daling Street, and West Commerce. Police described a baby escaping injury when a car struck a pushing caregiver, while others involved include Dr Rowan and Sergeant William Mahonnett among motorists and pedestrians.

San Antonio William DB. Grown Rowan Bronklin Avez Tr. Sf Colorada Street Daling Street Lexington Avenue Williar Mahonett Kellyfield John McNally Carsoo Street West Commerce Street Doe Jackson Sidney Rowett Fete Torres Ketligie Iting Figuerek Tmyusien Street Santa Rosa Avenue Toe Hencock McCullough

Bitter Gold Triggers Mass Deaths Across Northern China

Reports from Shanghai and northern China detail numerous fatalities linked to a bitter gold incident. The outbreak impacts coastal shipping routes and inland towns, with weather and flood conditions complicating relief. Authorities investigate causes as the region braces for further fallout.

Middleton Given 99 Years Sentence in Father's Death

Middleton, charged with murder in his father’s death, was sentenced to 99 years. The case centered on alleged poisoning and subsequent effects from the father’s demise.

Middleton Jensthow Seth Wu Sinithyile Ierdee Gether

Mrs Lindbergh Reaches Genoa In Flurry Of Events

Mrs Lindbergh arrives in Genoa after spending weeks in Constantinople. She is described traveling from the capital to attend a large reception with the American College in Genoa.

Mrs. Lindbergh Genoa Vinodine Lindbergh Beintes Canklantinoply Ste fuWigle American College

Chicago Officers Find Bomb in Car

Chicago police discovered an explosive device in a car. Officers found a five inch length of pipe with something attached and a note indicating intent toward Kurt Kroher, a local figure, with unclear details of motive.

Chicago Chicago, Fel Wight

Dyspeptic Diets and Eating Advice Debated

Fragmented OCR discusses dietary guidance for dyspeptics, mentioning strict meals and digestive relief methods. It references appetite, meals, and the need for easy-to-digest foods, with unclear details on specific regimes or remedies. The text is garbled but centers on eating patterns for digestive comfort.

Treasur er Buckley Faces Impeachment in Ohio

In Columbus Ohio on February 4 1920 impeachment moves against Treasurer Hert B Buckley gather pace after his federal conviction on bribery and prohibition conspiracy charges. The plan seeks removal by state legislature and possible decree from Franklin County appellate court after a hearing. The assembly reconvenes amid talk of displacing Buckley.

Columbus Qbia Hert B Lim

Engineer Killed as Train Derails in Mississippi

In Colualb Miss on February 4 the Suns ayland Frieco passenger trains derailed. The engineer was killed and the fireman seriously injured when the switch is reported tampered with, authorities say.

Colualb Miss Mergargel Bune Ala

Kidnap Riots Over Sacrificial Children Reported in Bombay

Bombay reports rioting over rumors that children would be sacrificed to propitiate a god in bridge construction. Two people killed and many injured as mobs attacked villagers and Mohamadan tribesmen. Hospitals treat Linda victims while authorities warn fears are unfounded across the Bombay area.

Bombay India Barond Vaticans Idnaping

Only Thirty Rangers on Roster

FORK STOCKTON Feb 4 The Texas Ranger force has dwindled to 30 men in service today Captain W A Wright reports. the shortage stems from a lack of suitable recruits, hindering quota fulfillment as horses are scarce and teens ride old autos in place of mounts.

Fork Stockton Texas W. A. Wright Wright Sol

Man Who Studies For 60 Years Dies at Columbia

New York city report says Cullen Kemp, known as the perpetual student at Columbia University, died yesterday at age 60 or 70. He studied at the university for six decades, earning a lifelong moniker and leaving a note on academic persistence.

New York Linta Cullen Kemp Columbia University

Probe death of Fort Sam soldier Bond Jr.

Investigation continued into Private George T Bond Jr a Fort Sam Houston recruit whose body was found in an incinerator near the west edge of the post Friday. A medical board led by May 14 is examining autopsy results that indicate death from neck dislocation and other trauma.

George T. Bond Jr Trweffld Field Artillery Fort Sam Houston Offix Cory Tu Parmenter Medical Corps Vone They Raoflers Nis Ugg Etroigulla

Original Sheridan Manuscript Sold

The New York Times reports that the original autograph manuscript of School for Scandal by Richard Brinsley Sheridan was purchased at private sale in New York by Gabriel Wells, a noted bibliophile.

Sheridan New York New York Times School For Scandal Richard Isley Nlwhidan Gabriel Wells

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