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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1927
Page
1
Fragmented column cites 1926 as prosperous, notes temperance warnings, censorship debates, and political talk. Mentions Melion secretary, Coolidge, Nicaragua policy, immortality debate by astronomer Curtis, and death penalty voices. Comments on ships, battleships, and wartime relics amid social commentary.
A Texas pioneer aged 80 died in Stonewall after a long life as a settler. Local obituary notes reflect on his roles, with remembrances from family and community members about his contributions to the Stonewall area. The report highlights his long residence and standing in the local reform and farming circles.
San Antonio reports a busy year end with $6 061 670 spent on municipal improvements in 1926 and plans for a record 1927. The city, county and various projects include bridges over the Santa Cono River, a steel reservoir on Hildebrand, street paving and water system upgrades. A December New Year’s celebration ends with arrests and a fatal wreck on Evening and Frio streets. The Bugler Murder mystery suspect in Elgin is noted, while municipal and county bond issues fund growth and new buildings.
International News Service reports Mexico’s new foreign ownership laws take effect at midnight. Foreign mineral land titles may pass to the Mexican government if not reregistered. President Calles faces a delicate choice, with U S and Mexican relations watched closely. More than fifty foreign firms have already conformed, trading titles for perpetual concessions. Coolidge urges press support for foreign policy. editors warned not to misinterpret U S stance abroad.
Earthquakes centered near Calexico and Heber caused widespread damage in the Imperial Valley and adjacent border towns. Calexico and Mechanic cities reported heavy losses with estimated costs running into millions. Numerous tremors since 12:18 am, continuing past 4:45 am, disrupted daily life and infrastructure.
El Paso Texas report states Albert B Fall former secretary of the interior remains seriously ill with pneumonia and is expected to die within the next three days, despite earlier hopeful notes from his doctors. A gend nightly rest was aided by opiates and Fall told family he feels very sick.
Chicago area candidate William E. Dever has announced his bid for re election. The article notes his position with Universal Service and outlines his campaign focus and support.
On January 1, about 30,000 people gathered to celebrate the opening of the Rio Grande bridge linking Eagle Pass and Piedras Negras. Two parades, one in Mexico and one in the United States, led to the viaduct center where ceremonies proceeded, followed by a Friday night bridge dance attended by thousands.
A newborn girl named Miss Janis Boylan Giester arrived at 12 37 a.m. on New Year’s Day 1927 at P and E hospital in San Antonio. She weighed nine pounds and is the daughter of Mr and Mrs William Giester of 209 Ridge War Court. Attending physician was Br H H Ogilvie. The child is expected to receive numerous gifts from local institutions and businesses.
In Austin on January 1 state government offices closed as part of New Year observance, with all departments at the Capitol reportedly shut for the holiday.
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