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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1929
Page
1
Arthur Brisbane notes March marks in world affairs with talks of pacts and power shifts. He cites Lenin era power, Franco-Belgian concerns, and U S caution in Europe while highlighting vaccination days in China and historic figures shaping policy.
A conservative four trustee ticket aims to fill spring vacancies on the Kap An tonia School Board. The meeting at 9 PM Wednesday in the Gunter hotel will inform citizens about the ticket, which pledges non partisan candidacy and experienced leadership.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe Wednesday night conditions with mentions of Calder Trott Shureday Mint and values like 40, with references to west, east, northwest, and southeast areas. The text is garbled and does not provide a clear event, location, or outcome to summarize.
Washington Feb 27 William D Mitchell counselor general of the United States has accepted the post as attorney general in the Hoover cabinet. The cabinet is to be completed within 24 to 30 hours with nominations sent to the Senate at a special session after Hoover’s inauguration. Donovan reportedly sought the war post but Mitchell’s choice narrows the field.
Stinson and veteran Detroit pilots Tage prepared to launch the Sovereign early, aiming to better a record for sustained flight. They faced wary weather reports and a night of fear over Saginaw Bay as Eddie Stinson and Trahuorph G. Tage reviewed conditions before a planned morning takeoff.
The United States Weather Bureau forecast Wednesday night will be partly cloudy with a low around 40 degrees and a possibility of frost. Winds from the northwest. Wednesday morning's low was 45 degrees. expect a mild winter day with cooler conditions tonight.
In White Seventh District Court, Savon of guilty in a timely manner on charges tied to the theft of two crates of cigarettes valued at 150 dollars from the residence of John F. Ankerson at 207 Thirdian Street on Innmer 10. One year sentence handed to Charlee Smith.
Police chief Owen Tillday ordered arrests after Tuesday night discovery of preparations for a jail delivery. Ten to twenty prisoners hid in a cell and a youth jailed for bank robbery tipped off authorities about strange noises. An escape plan and oath of secrecy were uncovered as Capt. Dara Crug and George Price led the probe.
Court proceedings in the McCrosker trial faced a postponement as defense requests and juror matters caused a later start. Judge Moore considered night sessions but delayed formal arguments to the afternoon with witnesses dispersed after yesterday’s scheduling issues.
AUSIIN February 27. The motion for rehearing by Harry J. Leahy was denied after the court affirmed the death sentence for the closing of Dr. J. A. Unassey. Leahy’s execution date remains set for April 2.
A city council approved new taxes to fund publicity efforts. Officials cited the need to promote municipal services and attract business, with the levy expected to support printed materials and related campaigns.
Judge S G Taylor will determine whether a number of seized vending machines are gambling devices under slot machine statutes. If declared gambling devices they will be destroyed by law. if not, they will be returned to their owners.
Plans announced for auditions of the Chicago Opera Company with world famous conductors. Registration opened at municipal auditoriums with emphasis on signing up, date Friday March 1, and telegraphic entries accepted for vocal hopefuls from San Antonio and surrounding areas. Participants urged to bring proof of ability and prepare to perform unaided or with accompanist if possible.
A. F. Lace, 710 East Ash, faces charges after a fatal assault at James Street. Edward Lusiter, 47, of New Mrytle, died Wednesday morning from a fractured skull. Lace released on 4000 bond pending corpus hearing before Judge W. Aley. Snyder funeral held at Bayden. survived by wife, two sons, two daughters, and other relatives.
Early reports describe a special gas pump planned at Duncan Field to refuel the Baker plane during a long flight from Townsville to Franey field Canal Zone Marek. Major James Vechet chief of the air corps at Mid Tier notes the device will be installed for the air patrol route. Colonel J A Mars commander of Danean field Caylain Wakerta currently tests a P12 pursuit aircraft at Beatle before final prep near Bao Antomy.
Dayton report says pilot Harry Johnson neared a 40000 feet altitude in a Wright Field attempt. Exact height to be confirmed after plane is checked later today.
A Colorado squad, described as Lady Bugs, plans a trip to Texas to combat onion pests. The report mentions a 27med. colorad o event and a noted EOS call from Indy. The team aims to wage an appeal against onion pests en route to Taredy.
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