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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 26, 1928

Page

2

Quota Basis Debate Shaping GOP Prohibition Question

Wurzbach favors quota enforcement against liquor measures as Republicans Courting the white-hot issue. La Guardia pushes for a nation wide stance on the wet or dry question and demands stark measures from Curtis Willis and other nominees. Both refuse to amplify positions, urging adherence to previously stated views in a tense party stance.

William 5. Neal Walringtos Charles Cu Shensas Frank B. Willis Ohio Ds Guarais New York Weldion Hurah Idaho Curtis la Guardia Willis Borah Yresa

Youthful Bride Causes Fatal Harm in Bryan District

In Bryan Texas a 41 year old man named Bryan, and a 17 year old in the downtown area were involved in a fatal incident following an excited confrontation. Police report limited details but confirm a deadly outcome with immediate investigation underway.

Bryan Tex Web Walt Hull Downton

Al Smith to Avoid Democratic National Convention

Governor Al Smith appears likely to skip the Democratic National Convention in Houston as the national party deliberates on the presidential nomination. Close allies say his attendance is unlikely, noting past conventions rarely select absent leaders and urging Smith to stay at the New York state capital during the ensuing political proceedings.

Interwadenal Nes Service Aluant al Smith Hvaton Texans Jane Hewax Houston N. S the Nations Convention Texas Bester

Forbes Laud presidential candidates say Forbes interview in Atlanta Georgian

B C Forbes, noted financier, in an Atlanta Georgian interview, praises presidential candidates including Goodmor Smith Hoover and Dawes as safe bets and discusses agricultural and industrial conditions. He notes a labor surplus this winter due to efficiency gains and predicts spring improvements. He comments on securities booms and market optimism.

Bervier Atlanta Goodmor Smith Herbert Hoover Dawes B. C. Forbes Americ Atlanta Georgian Today Forbes New York Forles Iie

Congressmen Wurzbach backs immigrant quotas plan here

Texas congressman Harry M Wurzbach spoke after a Republican conference in San Antonio endorsing a quota based system for European labor while favoring seasonal immigration to fill labor needs He opposed unrestricted immigration for any country and urged an uninstructed delegation to the national convention stressing party welfare over dictating nominees.

Conereshman Harry M. Wurzbach San Antonio Texas Wurzbach Wurzbacher Mexico Warebach Texas Solon Hoover Hhis Nlaien National Congress Southwest Seelion Mericae

High Canada Court Decision on Radio Patents

In Washington February the Supreme Court of Canada ruling affects radio frequency invention patents. The court upheld the patent of two German inventors Sehleratien and Von Sromb. The Hadia Corporation of America received the Alexanderaan patent, while German inventors were involved in prior discoveries.

High Canada Watvernal Herstee Canady Sehleratien and von Sromk Hiinong Alexanderaan Hadia Corporation of America

Woman Awarded 5000 For Fall In Missouri Court

A Missouri woman was awarded five thousand dollars after a fall caused by a faulty pavement. The court ruled the city liable, citing own responsibility for maintenance of sidewalks and public walkways. The plaintiff, Alice M., claimed injuries from the incident in Moriiage field, Kanhan City.

Kanhan City Lee Alice M Welaht Moriiige Field

Reid Battles For Flood Fund To Be Paid By Entire Nation

President Coolidge pressed for prompt passage of a flood relief bill as a national issue. Chairman Reid argued that the valley communities cannot afford levy increases and urged a bill workable without delaying flood protection. He disagreed on who should bear costs but agreed to new talks with Senator Jones and Army engineers to seek a compromise.

Reid John T. University Service Washington Mississippi Valley Coolidge Frank Ti. Reid House Flood Committee White House Guyolfes Transportation Rei Jones Jadwin Army Engineers

Princess Mary to Tour Egypt This Spring

Bernice London Feb 25 Princess Mary looks forward to a spring sightseeing trip to Egypt. Her travel has been confined to Europe with only three trips outside the kingdom, including a wartime visit to British troops in France. Her last continental trip was during her 1922 honeymoon with Viscount Lascelles to Lady Chiltern's villa in Paris.

Ty International Bernice London Mary Egypt Elurope Kingdom Mecklenburg-Atrelitz Germany Ing Queer France Continent Viscount Lascelles Chil Sentt Lord Lascelles Piers

Failure of Alarm Clock to Function Sends Pair to Court

In Tulsa Oklahoma on February 25 a wager over a non functioning alarm clock led to a Pleas Court ruling. Harry Dodds a filling station proprietor and Rex Jones a druggist were ordered to return $30 to the loser after a jury decision. The dispute centered on a clock promised to ring reliably and the parties’ differing accounts of the sale and guarantees.

Tulsa Okla Harry Dodds Rex Jones Dobbs Rex Jones

Texas city attorneys plan first convention in Waco

Attorneys of Texas Cities to meet in Waco for a preparatory convention ahead of a May League of Texas Municipalities meeting in Denton. Walter Scott of El Paso and John McGleeson of Waco lead the effort to unite city attorneys to discuss common municipal problems and to consider forming a permanent organization to monitor Texas legislation.

Tenties Waco League of Texas Municipalities Denton Joseph Ryan Texas Ryan

Treasury Records Strong Austin Tax Totals Decline

Treasury records show Austin receipts totaling 2 921 266 71 with 1 182 090 from taxes collected in Dallas. Week average collections surpassed 1 000 000 as officials deposit funds in Dallas banks amid ongoing fiscal activity.

Treasury Pali Austin Treasury Department W. Gregory Tiatcher Hatcher Dallas Dallas Banka

Pet Rat Bites Man In Hospital After Friendliness Attempt

A man in a hospital woke Saturday night to a rat bite on his left thumb after mistaking the animal for a pet. Cold weather and an injured hand are noted, with hospital staff preparing an antidote.

Rattler Guilfleh Aires Robert B. Green Fran Unakel Lola

Emperor Wrancia Joseph Coat Sells For 170 Dollars

Vienna report notes the Emperor Wrancia Joseph coat, made from Siberian wolf hides, is auctioned for about 1200 shillings or 170 dollars in Liesbuw window. Once touched only by high rank, it was given by the emperor as a merit reward to his adjutant Coung Paar.

Vienna Wrancia Joseph Wedugli Coung Paar Sean Puz

New M35 of Hugo Found in Paris Discovery

Paris reports reveal new M35 of Hugo unearthed during a recent immorial celebration honoring the great Romantic in Paris. The event also showcases other quips such as Genuine fies while envy limps and Pride does at least protect you.

Paris Bernal Victor Wu

450 Miles on a Gallon of Gas

A recent article highlights energy in a gallon of gasoline could, if fully converted, move a four cylinder car 450 miles. Automotive engineer Oliver has perfected an invention to cut gasoline costs to a minimum and plans a nationwide trial campaign through Whirlwind Co., Milwaukee.

Syoorg Teencorps Corporation Thorg Oliver Mig. Co Hanos N Third St Milwaukee Wig

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