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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1930
Page
13
A chilling confession logs the mastermind behind a kidnap plot, describing a covert hideout behind a garage and a gruesome discovery. The note names Billy Bryce as the victim, taunting a reporter with details and threats while reflecting on surveillance and blackmail. The letter ends with a promise of more on Page 8.
A satirical piece traces a father’s failed New Year resolutions and a household scene of comic attempts to quit habits and curb behavior. The narrative hints at marital tension, drunkenness, and evolving family dynamics as the year turns.
Knights Templar will install new officers Monday at the Mason temple lodge in Crockett and Tasngasheotn. Ceremony includes a program by the Masonic Kaya’ Misonte and Rainbow girls. Robert Te Ball will be installation officer with Mawin Chimberlain as marshal.
Pythian Sisters of Charlton Temple No T will install officers at a Thursday meeting at Bovlock. Alma Sishiger will conduct the session, with Deputy Grand Chief Cory I. Brown presiding and assistance from Mia Adpling Wyera and Mya Lae tile Von Sebeele.
Reports indicate a man is seriously ill after a spider bite at a memorial event. Local authorities are investigating the strange circumstances surrounding the incident and any link to the broader murder case in the area.
Taylor and Reagan Wells plan a memorial home near Uvalde for orphans and the elderly. They aim to honor pioneers and heroes of the Star State, creating a lasting tribute through a charitable institution.
A reminiscence by Col M L Crimmons recounts his early days with Theodore Roosevelt’s Rough Riders. He describes quixotic attempts to join, the uniform mishap, and a stint in the guardhouse before a captain and a known newspaperman identify him.
A free concert at the A Auditorium features the San Antonio Symphony and Finestaves from Town theater in BL. The program is set for Sunday at 4 o'clock, according to manager Tenn Wildenstein. Mrs Lait Marmswworth Sicknatrick and dramatist Fora will perform with piano accompaniment by Mrs Tauline Washer Coldyraith.
Deputy Verne Milley of the Prohibition Administration stresses courteous conduct for officers while enforcing the law. He cautions against aggression, urges use of restraint, and requires officers to obtain warrants before entering a private venue, even amid suspected violations.
Mrs Audie Lockwood reports two roomers left her home at 1827 North Mame ostreel taking bed clothes sheets and pillows. Police seek to recover 110 dollars stolen from the room at Apel Th Cross on the Laniee hotel.
Mrs. Finnaherd Durleson Taylor of Mengon Wells near Usakie plans a memorial to De Witt Burleson Taylor and allied families to found a children's home and a haven for the aged in Frio Canyon. Clipping from Galveston Weekly News 1593 notes William J. Haedeman aiding Texas cause with a cannon at San Antonio.
A Black assailant punched a woman on University Avenue, snatched her purse, and fled in a sedan with three men. The victim, Mrs. Ann Morris, described a strong blow to the face and the assailants driving off in a salting car after a false-named accomplice exited a waiting vehicle. Police searched the area without success.
Mrs Owensby poses with a prize goose owned by Merchert Scantlin, a veteran exhibitor whose geese and ducks have earned top prizes nationwide. Scantlin claims the ideal climate in South Africa as a factor aiding his birds’ performance.
San Anthate bua a duck man Ver bork Neamilin presides over a prize duck operation with top winners at major shows nationwide. Scanthia's entries win ribbons in Minnesota Iowa Missouri New York and South Dakota events between September 80 and October 6. Mayfield Turk pens hold 15d oF 1) tomedies Hucks with prior ribbons from U S shows. The Waterton Journal lists two geese in the official prize winning Net.
T Turner of 224 St Jarra Street was struck by a car while crossing Mast Cayamoren Street on Wednesday night. He suffered injuries and was hospitalized at Grooy hospital. Authorities are investigating the incident.
San Antonio postmaster T. G. Lucas lauded over 100 high school students who helped with Christmas mail deliveries despite a severe winter storm. The volunteers maintained steady service, faced cold and snow, and did not shirk duties or ask for lighter loads.
A man, 87, at 1293 St James Street died after firemen, summoned by the attending physician, used an inhalator without miners present. Assistant Fire Chief J G Dulling led the response. Moire, a Southern Pacific locomotive engineer, is named in the report.
City police report 4902 drunks arrested in San Antonio last year, with 20 detained after New Year’s Eve. Three fines paid. 86 still resting Thursday. Representative Sheppard cites rising alcohol incidents across the state as a broader trend.
State Senator W A Williams of Ban Antowiy sponsors a measure to restore Hulitoy police force training before they begin patrol duties. Williams proposed immediate start in January, but critics demand more training to improve efficiency and driver safety.
L. F. Crane, a San Antonio resident, was hired Thursday by the city plan office. H. B. Rincali, in charge at city hall, said only one other San Antonio man would be employed, with another draft needed within a week. Bartholomew, city planner, said remaining work would be handled by the St. Louis office staff.
Tsare Mackey of 502 Arbor Place was treated at Robert Th. Green Hospital for a bullet wound to the sight head after an altercation at a house on Menchaca Street. The assailant carried Mackey to the hospital following the shooting.
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