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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1929
Page
1
The piece argues the Federal Reserve cannot prevent rises in money costs and defends usury as a driver of credit. It notes copper prices surge, predicts costs of life insurance rising, and questions Congress’s need to scrutinize the Fed. It cites analysts on property values and mortality costs, then mentions Vatican accord with Mussolini.
A chaotic scene at an execution prompts warnings as ominous threats surface toward readers. Details are sparse, but reports indicate tense atmosphere and concerns over safety and public order during the event. Authorities investigate and urge calm while outlining security measures.
United States meteorologist J. H. Taboo warned of a 14 to 20 degree fall in tender temperatures Saturday night following a 29 degree early morning minimum. Many cities report cold readings, with San Antonio at 23, Corpus Christi at 51, Laredo around 20, and Austin near 20. Gas service cuts and reduced supplies occurred as utilities prep for the cold snap, but officials expect no widespread damage to the vitrus fund or crops.
Police seek Claude Sprecher also known as Hffrre ber who disappeared after stepping in for another man, with authorities asking for information on his whereabouts and identity.
Amid security and prayers, Governor Moody meets with relatives of John M. McKenzie to discuss clemency as the condemned man nears execution. Relatives refuse to back police demand for death, while others push for life imprisonment. Catholic priest De Jesus Florey ministers to Toral Calm.
A weather notice reports mist blankets the Rio Grande Valley as winds rise and Texas sees a front. Brownsville records 33 degrees Saturday, down from 41 Friday night, with continued cold through the day and night. No damage reported in the valley.
New York reports J Leonard, an instructor at Columbia University Teachers College, leapt from a sixth floor window in Morning Side Avenue apartment. He was 40 years old and had suffered from illness for ten days. A nurse was briefly away when he left the room, and he may have fallen while delirious.
Arthur Leonard, 21, a farm hand, was found guilty of first degree murder in the beating death of Mrs. Juniata Jones at her Herricivilte home last December 4. Judge recommended life imprisonment.
A Chicago jury today convicted an alderman and four associates of conspiracy to violate federal dry laws. The verdict follows a federal investigation and trial in a U.S. district court.
Oklahoma City February 9 reports that Henry S Johnston suspended governor faces impeachment on 11 articles. Trial preparations continue while house investigators press their inquiry instead of adjourning for a break in the week.
TARIS Feb 0 6 the condition of Marshal Ferdinand Boch was described as "atolionary but satisfactory" by his physician Dr. Daven fers when he left the wick room this morning. The marshal showed signs of improvement and appeared to be responding to treatment despite the lingering effects of recent events.
Police and street car conductor were misinformed about the event on North Florey Street Friday night. A car skidded and struck the street car around 3 30 a stock, breaking a rear wheel and then speeding away into darkness. Public Service Company representative C R Wells investigated but found the other automobile had fled the scene with a smashed rear wheel.
One man remains missing after a mine explosion in Heaxton County West Virginia. Several others escaped as workers pumped and cleaned the affected area while officials prepared to connect the mine with adjoining sections. The mine had been closed for years and brief repair work was underway.
New Orleans trading opened with cotton futures in modest gains as March and May contracts showed early strength. Prices hovered near the 19.20 cent level while months like October and December displayed tentative bids around 29.136 cents, reflecting a cautious start to the session.
Dallas witnesses testified as attorney defense and prosecution debated the 1920s era election bet case involving Ben Richards Jr and Adama associates. The state alleges forged credentials were used to collect winnings from a Mansfield Connolly senatorial stake, leading to a fatal incident at a busy corner.
Large gas storage tanks at the San Antonio Public Service artificial gas plant on 401 Sadsado Street were set alight early Saturday when a spark ignited a gas leak. Firefighters under Captain Warnest controlled the blaze within minutes using 35 gallons of chemicals. the flames burned a single tank without exploding, likely preventing spread to the nearby Jager storage tank and the plant’s gas supply.
San Antonio Public Service reports the gas supply remains adequate though some industrial plants face temporary cuts. General Manager EFil. Wilier and Mr. Kifer said the pause affected about 14 large users, including hospitals and Fort Sam Houston, with domestic consumption dropping to roughly 24 million cubic feet per day while a cold spell pushes total daily use to near 28.6 million cubic feet. The company augmented supply by about 110 thousand cubic feet to maintain continuity.
In Austin the house committee of appropriations approved a tentative appropriations provision with minor revisions. Representative John Wallace of Weague, chairman, led the former group as the house committees trimmed the comptroller department contingent expense from 150 to 40 thousand dollars and removed a seventy seven hundred dollar item called for in the Senate bill.
A vast crowd gathered at Brengeligt cathedral as the Brengeligt church opened its portale for a ceremonial tribute to Baron Huenefell. Reported attendees include notable figures from TEWGhEs and Rev. Lang, while the event marked a major public recognition of the baron’s influence. The service referenced the trio of Maghetenst of the alr and noted Ada yile ge as a participant.
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