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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1929
Page
1
Bishop John M. Moore head of the city council to study an establishment of Motho as an ideal site for a city district. The mayor welcomed members from Dyeamwood and College, noting a mission to study a possible senior college and city development with the commission.
The piece weaves observations on Anne Morrow Lindbergh and family, Galton’s heredity work, and the era’s interest in parentage. It notes Anne, Ming Morrow, and Smith College graduates, plus a proposed engagement between Colonel Lindbergh and Anne Morrow, framed as a broader reflection on youth, imagination, and progress amid global news of crime, politics, and trade.
A Texas banker, Biron A Coulson of G2, was found dead in his Washispton hotel room after a violent struggle. Police say the attacker entered through the fire escape and escaped the same way. Coulson was known to carry considerable money and diamonds. six suspects were arrested.
In Oklahoma City on February 10, eighty witnesses testified to the impeachment inquiry led by Johnston. Notable figures Mrs. O. G. Tapmonds, former confidential secretary, and Chief Justice Fred Rennison were among the witnesses.
Methodist officials from Dallas Denton El Paso and San Antonio assess possible sites in the city for a new senior coeducational college to serve the vast territory. Bishop Moore and Bishop Hay lead a survey tour with local leaders including Porter Whaley and Police Commissioner Chil Wright as Mayor Chambers eyes prospects for a university center in San Antonio.
Jurors in a Ninety four trial for alleged participation in an eight thousand dollar Teo Tocanerwela case near Texay State Tank soul company messenger faced questions as deliberations stretched toward a verdict. The judge communicated with jurors about reporting and proceeding, while notes and evidence discussion continued into the day.
Weather notes predict a moderate cold spell over the coming week with cloudy nights and daytime highs near the 40s. Forecaster estimates include subfreezing nights and lows around 4 degrees, with record-keeping at locations such as Abilene and Augin noting unusually low readings.
The House passed Box Bill 18 without a formal vote. The measure tightens regulations governing entry into the United Skies for visitors seeking employment. It now goes to the Senate for consideration.
Reconstruction era item notes a guest visit by Col. Charles A. Tindberph at Disital estate and a late night 1:24 a.m. time stamp. Sapelo Island events referenced include a social gathering with implied connections to Howard college, with unclear details and damaged OCR text. The fragmentary report mentions a local event and a notable figure in a terse news snippet.
The report describes Han Stores negotiating a sale and stock transfer involving Joske Thenthers company and Nesey, with ties to Lebnurn Brothers and New York outfits. Officials indicate a nationwide export nexus forming from the nine-figure total sales volume. Details on partnerships and future expansions are sketched as part of a broader consolidation.
Hearst executives and 160 representatives are expected in the city on Sunday for a convention. The group, led by executive general agent Willer Wadhall, will arrive from Saint Louis and stay through the widow Burday night, signaling a major company gathering and talks on plans.
A public hearing on a Moorseee bill regulating the practice of medicine faced sharp opposition from chiropodists. The committee reported in favor of the measure despite strong local dissent, with public health advocates backing the bill and opposing forces urging rejection.
A steamer with one crew member aboard ran aground near MoudkerebseF shoals off Boston. The vessel sent distress signals and the coast guard dispatched responders after an 8 o clock alarm.
Waitington February 1. The Senate appropriation committee today approved a 12,370,000 for the first two year program of the newly authorized cruiser construction, with the Navy department requested funds for the project.
Chicago police commanders say seven men were slain in a North Side gang stronghold. Officers Tassel and Stege led the probe while Captain Gleason and Detective Bureau staff pursued clues. A garage cap and other evidence were examined as officials blamed gangsters posing as officers and suggested the killings may relate to liquor and coronation-related feuds.
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