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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1929
Page
2
Senator John Hornsby of Austin presents a substitute measure in the senate to curb gasoline fraud. The proposal lowers the license fee for all filling station operators from 2.50 to a new level as the main point of contention, with opposition firm on the issue as debate continues.
Horton named president of the All-West Texas Exposition in San Angelo with Walter Death as secretary. Virton succeeds R. Hef Henderson, who guided the body for years. Meeting noted attendance aims and a $2.50 fare critique, as lawmakers consider a measure to fund and staff inspections with up to 20 inspectors to cover Texas stations.
A Washington report outlines a new immigration bill expanding deportation grounds for aliens. It adds crimes involving concealed weapons and bootlegging, plus multiple offenses with long sentences, and removes the restriction that only crimes of moral turpitude qualify for deportation.
In a brutal West Side incident seven Moran gang members were killed by gunfire in a clash tied to a larger booze war. Police and federal agents probe allegations of police complicity and Capone-era involvement as authorities seek witnesses and connections amid a citywide crackdown.
District notes reveal Maj. Fred Thanuy and deputy prohibition officers presenting tangled statements regarding alleged misdeeds by Mi Toran and Dr Dorn. Aiming to clarify charges, officials claim the case involves a controversial act beyond the stated remit and vow to address the matter on Saturday.
Ten Mexican government officials will attend the international airport opening on February 23, per a telegram to the Joint Chamber of Commerce from W. Z. L. Morrison of the Mexican Aviation Company. Gen. J. H. W. Azenarte, head of the Mexican aviation service, plans to send five or six Mexican planes to participate in the celebration.
Two bills introduced in the Texas Senate by Senator Dom Pollard of Tyler receive gubernatorial backing. One would authorize the State Board of Control to contract with the state prison system for supplies and equipment for all state institutions, including food, clothing, shoes, utensils, and furniture. The other would permit state printing by any state department through contracts with the prison system, bypassing competitive bidding, with voting on November 4, 1930.
Discovery of richer sulfur deposits in the Duval causality field prompts Duval Veras Sulphur Company to invest about $100,000 in new equipment, aiming to raise production by roughly 200 percent. The Houston based firm plans better mining methods, water driven wells, and sulfur extraction via dissolution and precipitation. Talks with Texas Mexican Railway seek roll connections to Port Corpus Christi, expanding shipment routes. The navigation commission weighs facilities to handle sulfur and other products at rack including asphalt.
In West Plank on February 16, 93 year old Nila Heo, daughter of a local farmer, was hospitalized with a bullet wound. Her 9 year old brother, who was playing nearby, was likely involved as a bystander. Police are investigating as details remain unclear.
Indianapolis dispatch reports five Chicago gunmen face life terms under the habitual criminal act after convictions sought by prosecutors. The case centers on a 1890s era crime spree tied to a prominent criminal network, with Henry Winkinr and others named as key figures.
A garbled international service report quotes Al Capone denying involvement in a Chicago slaughter case amid circulating telegrams. The piece claims Capone is roaming abroad and dismisses the alleged connection as false, describing the rumors as unfounded.
The defeat of the civil service measure led by Williams of Leavis by 40 to 62 surprised many as officials opposed the governor’s plan to cede hiring influence. The house adjourned with racing bill reopens debated by Daval of Fort Worth and Baldwin of Waco amid calls for an open hearing next Monday.
Austin February 18 Representative Leonard Tillitson from Benly argues the proposed tax plan will fail to pass the house. He favors a 4 cent road user tax and higher registration fees to fund highways with equitable county state distribution. He cites gasoline tax revenue gains up to 2.5 million and keeps car license fees largely unchanged. a graduated weight scale would shape fee division, with county maximums around 750 000.
County Attorney Paul Fertich and Will T. Thughy filed suit against the Ante bank of Tal Foitaville after its closure. They allege school funds and county funds totaling 81,075.21 were due the county, plus 68,000 in additional funds on deposit at the time of closure last year.
A chaotic dynamite blast at a residence injures a youth and damages surrounding property. Ken Maynart and Maus may be suspects as investigators determine how the device was handled and why it exploded. No fatalities reported, but potential long term injuries are feared.
A gaboon viper bit curator H. Marlin Dorking at the Bt Loch Zoo. He survived after two blood transfusions while staff reported the snake died of pneumonia. The incident marks a rare survival in a deadly encounter with a viper.
Theosophical services will be held Monday afternoon for Mrs. Mars Mu Collord 60 who died Saturday at her daughter's home in Omaha. Survived by three daughters Mrs. Jordan Mrs. Omma Hates and Florence Cruse a grandchild Maejorie Jordan and three sisters Mrs. Maude Farrish Mrs. Lillie Gord and Mrs. Mattie Harris.
Open hearing on the Thomason senate anti fraternity bill will be held Tuesday night in Austin. Thomason, the author, said he formed no blow or forced support and that fraternities are organizing opposition to the bill. The senator notes he is not trying to compel anything that is not wanted.
Nightly evangelical services will be conducted for two weeks at the Taos Angled Heights Community Presbyterian church by Reverend Thomas B. McSprdden, as stated by pastor Dr. Crawford McKibbin. The services begin March 10.
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