16 Feb 1928
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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1928
Page
1
A fragmented page notes a whimsical desert meditation on collecting and folly, referencing Edison and Voltaire, then shifts to a formal obituary for British statesman Asquith. It preserves historical figures and events, hinting at a long, reflective column about culture, industry, and leadership.
Complaint charges James Ray Wilson with attacking Edith Jenks about 24, of 619 Aberscheide Street. Special investigator Laura Cardenas filed the case. Wilson held in city jail. Police say Jenks was found seven miles from Sutherland Springs in a dazed, incoherent state and could not recall what happened. A ride with a coworker led to a doctor's office later that afternoon.
TL faces a jury verdict after a trial that stalled with a Tuesday deadlock. The case centers on his alleged actions involving his mother and a person named Sotn, with the outcome yet to be determined.
An Argentine rider travelogue chronicles a long voyage from Laredo to New York, riding two horses Gite noe Man and Gato. The rider, nicknamed Ran on Man, speaks Maglish and plans to reach New York before week’s end, facing rough terrain and rugged conditions along the way.
Ottawa news reports the case of Taers Hill, accused of matricide, entering a third day of jury deliberations. Jurors were heard debating, with tallies showing 11 to 1 for conviction and a potential 14 year sentence if found guilty.
A pistol failed to fire as a bandit attempted to shoot the grocer at his rural store near the Castroville road. Deputy sheriffs, alerted by the incident, pursued the bandit who fled toward the door after the weapon misfired and the grocer grabbed a nearby object.
The former president of No. 6 Louw Mf Workers Pittston was shot during a labor conference at the headquarters. He was wounded as masked men entered the office seeking information about alleged irregularities, prompting a protective response from others present.
A report states admiral Rutuvion was arrested today after being denied entry from Paria. The intended treason charge targets Carol and her associate. Authorities plan to prosecuted the night troop case and seek treason charges against the suspect.
400 U.S. Marines land in Shanghai to bolster security and act as a rearguard while the CMIA operation proceeds. They are assigned to assist in stabilization duties and protect American interests during the evolving mission.
In New York and Tandow the trans Atlantic telephone circuit was demonstrated linking American and British officials. The event showcased joint discussion on Atlantic communication, signaling a historic step in cross ocean telephony and audience exchange.
Washington February 16 The bill providing appropriations for airport development at military airfields was to reach the White House for approval. It provides for the establishment of a new primary flying field at Alpine, Texas with new air routes from San Antonio.
The Salinid Opera Company marks a milestone as Madame delaina Chideke heads a celebration of two decades of mer serers and lite pie tage, highlighting the enduring talent of prominent company figures.
Laura Biddle obtained a divorce in Paris after a disputed separation. The case cited prior marriage details and property considerations while noting inputs from both parties and the Paris court proceedings.
San Patricio court schedules Monday session at the courthouse with judges and clerks set to review dockets and ongoing cases. Details on specific dockets and deadlines were not fully legible in the transmitted text.
Baptists workers plan a convention in Cer Wet for a forthcoming meeting. The notice mentions the Baptist denomination and a due date for their mediation session, with limited readable details on participants or exact schedule.
The clumsy OCR blends an obituary for Eddie Foy aged 71 with garbled forecasts and weather notes. It mentions rain and cold weather forecasts, plus fragmented references to readings and timings, offering little coherent information beyond faded weather hints and an unclear obituary snippet.
City attorneys pressed Southwestern Bell in a heated open hearing over blanket tax exemptions and inflated property values. Albert F. Scott testified the company reported current year property at 2,738,630 dollars, seeking lower valuations and higher revenue recovery. The hearing, before the city commission, examined depreciation practices and tax-royalty implications, with special counsel Klausen and Beaty presenting.
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