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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 22, 1930

Page

3

Confessions of Globe Trotter in Death of Nine

Police doubt a teen globe girdling sailor and amateur toxic coloniel confessed to killing nine. James Baker claims a spree across Lexus, Ohio, New York, Germany, and the Orient with a revolver used in the ninth. Authorities question some crimes while seeking extradition to New York to face trial.

Globe Trotter Delroly James Baker Tle Quendury Gaker Rhea Bitty Guison Riu Tims Lexus Ohio New York Germany Orient Saya Feco Here & Gun Hater Honeycut Lension Honey Tarks Newton Falls Otter Ercan Parks Warren Watke Baker Wadmeray Iker Bion

Injunction Suit Against City Set for Hearing

An injunction suit filed by Charles Hilker seeks to restrain the city from actions on property claimed as condemned. The hearing was set for May under Judge Bs Minar in the Fifty-seventh District. Hilker claims one sixth of a $5 property valued at $2,400 to $8,000 and protests the amount of damages offered by the city.

Charles 4 Meeka Stecela Bs B Minar Entilker Highness Hilker Attan

Mystery surrounds Gary Sicilian leader missing since afternoon

GATLY Ind Feb 22. Paul Perconti head of the Unione Siciliane of Gary vanished after telephone call claiming he would return in 30 minutes. State police and sheriff deputies combed creeks and woods near Jobsson farm fifteen miles east of Gary. His automatic pistol and shoulder holster were found bloodstained. Perconti was later identified by a bloodied coat.

Nereville M.S Kereville M. Hall Kerrville Panther Hall To Toca Lal Hall Taday

Shrine Directors Pick Miami for 1931 Convention

Denver dispatch reports Miami Fla was chosen as the 101 meeting place of the Shrine Directors association of North America. Officers were automatically promoted. Willing J. McDonald of Oakland succeeded Earl Swan as president. New officers include Stanley W. Brinson Norfolk Va second vice president Jney A. Gaines Wichita Falls Texas and Lois C. Fisher Charleston Calif secretary treasurer.

Denver

Prince of Wales Travels Through Kenya in February

The Prince of Wales is reported to be in Nairobi and Mombasa in February as he plans to continue his journey toward hunting. The dispatch notes his movements across British Kenya and mentions a notable ad in the royal itinerary.

Prince of Wales Nairobi Najrort Kenya Colony Mombasa

Daily notes on oil wells and county plans emerge

Local column recounts oil output in the Darst Creek field with about 10,000 barrels daily, notes county leaders debate royalties, road building, and agricultural promotion. Mentions Kerrville panther tale, Kenedy land leases, and Mason County horned stock losses amid cold weather.

Tenil Arnils Elénee Annette Beletia Seguin Darst Creek Phils Leahtvloe Oly Gandaluye Younty

Two-Act Pageant by Girl Scouts Open Tonight

A two act pageant by Girl Scouts will be presented at the Bao Pedny Clubhouse under Mer FW. Notables Ming Sexton and Mrs Ray Quil lin will speak. Miss Sexton will trace a history of girl scouting and Mrs pein will describe girls moral nature. Dancers from Carey Blulin of Dancing will take parts. Taps by John Hannen will close the program.

Bao Pedny Dirertion Mer FW Jonny Sexton Sra Ray Quillin Ming Sexton Rm Brick Mra. Pein Ecoul Ray Scouts Asher Kenneth Boreham Almumibers Carey Blulin Nso John Hannen Seoule

Death probe data for grand jury in unexplained case

Fredericktown February report notes further investigation into a mysterious death. Police plan to present additional information to the grand jury on March 4, but keep details and identities sealed. Cont. Frank Flamer leads the investigation team amid high public interest.

Grand Jury Fredericksbutt Flexus Mysterioua Grand Jey Taysers Frank Flamer

Arrests Continue in Chicago Gang Crackdown Week

Police report 70 arrests in a two week period ending midnight with 47 felonies. Among those named is George Sted Parker, a known gang figure. Two arrests involved pistols as detectives note gangsters grow wary of weapons and jail.

Chicago Eelyves George Sted

Plane Crash Fatal for Guard Flier at Logan Field

Baltimore report details a fatal crash during a test flight piloted by Captain Lyman. Injured crew included Charles W. Catnan, Haraday, and Thomas Kane, with initial reports varying from critical to improved as the plane tumbled from about 300 feet after an engine failure.

Baltimore Lyman Logan Field Charles WW Catnan Jn Iis Hospital Hara Tc Thomas Kane Eno

Actress Granted Divorce on Charge in Chicago

Alicia Cripps known as Jcn Smith was granted a divorce yesterday from James Cripps. Deser tion was charged. The couple wed August 28 in Green leh Conn, with Kernan Smith listed in ARC records.

Chicago Tech Alicia Cripps J.cn Smith James Cripps Aneneymu Kernan Smith Greenleh Conn

Boy's Leg Broken After Street Collision

A 13 year old boy was struck by a vehicle on Blunt Street in the 300 block Friday afternoon. He sustained a broken left leg and received treatment at Robert S. Green Hospital. The incident prompted a local search for a quick apartment.

Carl Frowery

Local Socials and Meetings Highlight Weekend Events

Community notices from St Anthony hotel and nearby colleges report receptions and gatherings. Prominent guests include Mrs My A Kernodle returning from Memphis and Rev Ke Woails recovering from illness. The Young Men’s class at Travis Park Methodist plans a visit to Westmoorland College, while regional officials attend the Travelers Fire Insurance conference in Biloxi. A speaker from Port Sma Houston discusses procurement and wartime industry control.

Fuford W. Keench Modivat Cory Port Sma Houston Tsioh

Local Dance Notices and Social Events Selections

Community listings announce dances and social gatherings across multiple venues. Events include Helates Nacuriday at St Marys In and St Anthony hall dances with bands like Stoikte’s Jazz Sings and Dick’s Melody Toys, plus a Woodlawn Lake Candy Dance and Washington’s Birthday celebration at Lahr Temple. Various venues list dates February 22 to 28 with prizes, costumes, and orchestra entertainment. Promoters invite attendees to meet friends and enjoy nightlife.

Helates Nacuriday Bed Stoikte Martha Washington Texas Cowboy Colonial Club St. Anthony Hall Bataeday Bob m Ady Hella World Ance

Boy Scout Saves Lad After Fighting Fast River Current

In Mandan North Dakota Budding the current of the Heart river John Dewes a one year old Boy Scout saved the life of Harrest Marvin after Marvin and others were tossed into the stream riding in a duck loop Yesterday Marvin was unable to swim and clung to the boat. Dewes acted fast and reached the boy then held him above the water until help arrived.

Frr Dol

Confessions Fail to Clear Mystery in Ohio Child Case

In Wooster Ohio on February 22 a troubling case unfolds as four year old Melvin Horst vanishes from his Orrville home on December 24, 1928. Charles Tinto, a suspect, confesses to killing the boy but details shift as authorities evaluate his statements and corroborating claims. Investigators say the boy may have been harmed during a drinking scene with Conall and another suspect at Eby tine Melyi. A man named Manual is questioned after a claim he and Elana identified Melvin’s body. the confession then shifts to different burial sites. Candidates announce for city commissioner seats in San Marcos, with election set for mid-April.

Wooster Ohio Melvin Horst Orrville Charles Tintom Vonald Conall Tianuah Conde Lowe Akega Elana Melvins Manual Melvine

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