Wandering Norwegian Veteran Reaches Son in Army
Cluf Olsen Bertwell a 60 year old Norwegian sailor turned globetrotter walked 28 miles and rode 492 lines to reach San Antonio after 26 days on the road from Chicago. He met his son Martin Bertvelt a bugler in the First Cavalry at Fort Sam Houston who will sail to the Philippine Islands February 29 with his troop. He endured a broken ankle cap and a stiff knee from a past accident, and relied on Salvation Army aid during the journey. He traveled mostly by railroad and coach, with brief dangers crossing a river and a high bridge, and was cheered by army comrades at the fort.
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Remarkable Monument of Empty Whiskey Jugs for Hermit Farmer
Columbia Mo February 22 James A Turner a hermit farmer living several miles from home died last night on his farm in an abandoned corn crib fed with empty whiskey jugs Turner claimed to have paid to have each jug emptied himself for 20 years He drank at least a quart daily for two decades He was four years old and owned a well stocked 480 acre farm His only companion was a gob
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Varal Boy Says He Lied In Beilik Murder Trial
Eighteen year old Jerry M Varal testifies that his testimony and that of two relatives were perjured. He claims a Chicago police official and an assistant attorney coached him to lie. Beilik's sentence stands while Governor Deneen weighs a pardon request as the supreme court affirmed the judgment.
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Flag at Fort Sam Houston Honors Washington Birthday
A large celebration flag lies on the pole at Fort Sam Houston for Washington’s birthday. The emblem measures 40 feet in length and 36 feet in width, marking a grand display during the holiday observance.
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William A Cooke enters state senate race in San Antonio district
The formal announcement places William A. Cooke as a candidate for the state senate representing Bexar Bandera Kendall Gillespie and Kerr counties. Pamphlets outline his platform. Cooke, recovering from recent surgery, plans to announce by March 1.
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Alumni Meet At A and M Houston Prompts Heated Doors Closed Session
About one hundred Alumni Association members from Dallas San Antonio Fort Worth Beaumont Sherman Galveston and other cities gather at the Rice Hotel Houston for a closed session. The meeting under FP M Law and Secretary Cravens discusses disciplinary action and a thorough inquiry into college affairs amid student trouble and calls from ex-students statewide.
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School Board Elections Likely in March Fight Begins
A local meeting of 40 to 50 business and professional leaders formed a committee to oppose current school board members. A March 10 special election will decide trustees, with a new organization aiming to elect opposition candidates over tax increases. The group cited rising school taxes and calls for economical management and questioned per-student funding.
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Will Cocke Seek Labor Support in Texas Race
In Austin during the thirtieth session labor unionists note Cocke backed all labor measures, signaling a true pro labor stance. His supporters argue this loyalty to union card carriers marks him as a principled candidate beyond party lines. United States seeks to maintain the Open Door Policy in Manchuria amid Mikado dominance.
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Stephane Bauzauno
Matin
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Imil
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Roosevelt
Fleet May Sail for the Far East
Washington cabinet notes an invitation from Australia for the U S fleet to visit. The move fuels talk of preparing for eventualities with Japan and reinforces hopes the fleet's Pacific voyage will shift focus to Far East policy. Officials say final routes and timing remain undecided.
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Find No Trace Of Highwaymen Attack On Merchant
A clothing dealer, Priesman, was robbed near Guilhean Street and Dwyer Avenue about 11 o clock pm. He received a stomach wound from a kick as one assailant searched his pockets and fled with about $34.75. He had earlier fought robbers a year ago and reopening wounds have caused him pain. Police and city detectives, with county officers, are investigating and he was helped to the city hall before medical care.
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Unknown man kills himself near We tore
An unidentified man died by self inflected pistol wound near We tore about dawn. An inquest held by Justice Ltd. of Preetunt No 8 found death from suicide. The man was poorly dressed, with no money. County Physician Berry reported the body brought to the facility, arriving later that afternoon.
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Washington Birthday Weather Note Missing Forecast Today
A brief entry notes no forecast was issued today due to Washington's birthday and a jog two holiday. No weather details, dates, or locations are provided beyond the holiday reference.
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Liquor Dealers in Session Discuss War Affairs
The executive committee of the State Liquor Dealers Association meets this afternoon at the Elite hotel to discuss war related affairs affecting liquor interests statewide. President Wernette cites no statements yet as deliberations proceed, with many items to be disclosed and another meeting likely tomorrow.
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Texas State Banks Issues Call for Statements
The Texas State Banking Department issued a call for statements from all state banks. The summary cites the February 4 deadline for completion, covering bank condition up to the end of January with emphasis on accuracy and full disclosure.
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