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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 18, 1928

Page

2

Tragic Flight Loss Ties to Texas Veterans Group

Lieutenant James B. Linewell aided by a mechanic, crashed near Gore Hall while assisting another pilot. Captain Randolph died en route to hospital. the NES pursuit plane failed during a turn. Randolph, native of Austin and Texas A graduate, served in Company I, Second Texas Infantry and later the air service. He leaves a widow, two sons Billy and Benny, a daughter Helene, and a brother D. W. Randolph of Austin. Funeral plans incomplete.

Cerkice Serzcan Second Texas Infantry Tihtai Air Service Rome Kelly Field Panama Helene Aiwo Billy Benny D. WH. Handolph Austin

Delgado Street Home Robbery Leads to Arrest

A man was arrested Saturday in connection with a robbery at 213 Delgado Street. A watch and a gun were reported stolen from Luix Guerrero’s residence.

Delgado Street Luix Guerrero

Rats Take Police On Prowler Call

Detective J R Gay reported rodents caused a prowler alarm at Barrett Place during an early Saturday hour. Authorities investigated the scene but found no human intruder involved in the disturbance.

J. R Gay

Local Street Directory Fragments

fragmented OCR listing names and addresses includes B Q Sie Creléss 226 Furr delve A Carr 408 Burleson siecle F A Crow 306 Floride street Moe Paril 301 Furnish avenues Willam Sehichrl 415 Roseborough street February 18 details unclear

B. Q. Sie Creléss Furr ‘Delve Deba A. Carr Burleson Siecle A Crow Floride Street Moe Paril Furnish Avenues Willam Sehichrl Roseborough Street

Death warrant signed for Hickman in Parker case

Los Angeles Feb 18 The last official act of the court condemned William Edward Hickman for murdering 12 year old Marion Parker by signing his death warrant The Fox" was ordered hanged April at San Quentin. Hickman, 20, awaits trial for another holdup slaying as Welby Flint, who turns 17, faces a jury for fatally shooting druggist Ivz Thome on Christmas Eve. The panel was nearly formed after three days of voir dire with 7 men and 5 women.

Los Angelas William Edward Hickman Marion Parker J. Z. Traburces Hickman Gavity Traf Fox San Quentin Nme Welby Flint Phantine Ivz Thome Ilis Trie

Police Seek Driver of Abandoned Car

Police Saturday sought ownership of a car abandoned by its owner after a driven crash night. The vehicle was left by Alex Ruiz 18 of 620 Weer Street. Investigators reported the car was abandoned after a collision and remained unattended.

Alex Ruiz Weer Ras

Man in Front of Jail Is Taken In

A man standing in front of the police station for three hours sought permission to move inside but was arrested after the delay. Police report the incident occurred in the street outside the jail and led to his detention.

Labole

Mule dispute and old race memories ride through San Antonio

A fragmented tale recalls Red Stilette's mule Sparky arriving for a regional show in San Antonio on March 3 and 4, with a looming $175 bill and custody debates. The narrative shifts to past horses and people, recounting court talk, old fairs, and colorful characters like John Cullen and Mortis ranch lore, amid local chatter and curious anecdotes.

Sparky San Antonio Comicandy Uaule Lie Cba Oie Auystvas Holway Kapress Cource Ken Tree Chen

Ship Survivors After Blazing Oil Fire Near Yokohama

Twenty crew members of the American tank steamer Sluky survived a blast and blaze after the ship exploded about a hundred miles southeast of Cape Noshime on a San Pere to Yokohama voyage. The captain and fourteen others were killed or drowned. the open lifeboats were wrecked. The twenty survivors rowed for 26 hours, then were rescued by Japanese trawler Matsuchi and brought to Japan. They were taken to the Seamen's Home at Yokohama and later recovered from exposure.

Tokio Boale Yokohama Cape Noshime San Pere Cel Capain Matsuchi Japan Bagerdoua Tank Yokuhams Leroi

Two Burglaries and Theft From Car Reported

Two burglaries were reported to police Saturday. A front door was pried with a skeleton key, and items including a clock and a gift were stolen from a residence on Berkshire Avenue. A home on Buckington Avenue was robbed of a pistol and other items. A theft from a car occurred after groceries disappeared from a parked vehicle in San Antonio.

Sh. Farix Berkshire Avenue G. H. Barscoin Buckington Avenue San Antoni C. W. Gordon North Logoy

Bullets Slay Partner of Hanna Firm in New York

New York report details the shooting death of Lisingscon Ireland a partner of the late Mark Hanna in his hotel apartment. Four bullets struck him at close range as his wife Mrs Treland found him with blood on the chiffonier and mirror. Ireland, a Cleveland firm member since 1908, had a storied career in shipping circles and faced recent personal upheavals before dying at the Hotel Maymour.

New York Lisingscon Ireland Mark Joanna Heath Maymour Te. Chorley Olm Surelie Treland Teqting Hanna Ireland M.A. Hanna Cleveland Stratford Conn Vale Mi Kate Hanna Pol Robert T. Jr Elisabeth Treland Mey Mary Esther Wood

Corrections and reactions mix in early 20th century column

A fragmented editorial page reflects on Lindbergh’s return, royal diplomacy, and anti prohibition politics. The piece blends praise and satire, noting public appetite for heroic narratives, while contrasting leaders’ rhetoric with real policy battles. It jabs at hypocrisy in international affairs and domestic governance.

Autoist Jailed on Liquor Charge in Broadway Incident

An intoxicated man riding a motor vehicle in the 800 block of Broadway was arrested early Friday by Patrolman N. Ackerman. He faced liquor-related charges with his car involved in the incident.

Patcolman

Hoover Aims to Land Sail Fish, Reservation Set

Hoover determined to secure sail fish with a planned trip and a reservation. He will not leave until Saturday night according to the secretary.

Hoover KV West Pet Washington Breretory Conemorca Therkeet Han Heerdary Teaver Apont Elling

Local visitors and residents in town social notices

A flood of names marks a busy week as Mr and Mrs LG Plapek and numerous guests visit San Antonio and nearby spots. Visitors include Mrs Tania, Roger Ruberdenti of Austin, and others from Medind, Dundera, and Muscle Shoals. The piece lists countless short calls on friends, business trips, hotel stays, and return visits among families in this newspaper’s locale.

Louie’ Guasoagn Mucclo Shoals Ala Wyre Gunsman Clark Browlery Warting Bogle Pass

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