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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1929
Page
5
In Chicago on June 4 a case involving Joe Caldell, friend of Edward Spike McDonnell, arguing for a right to carry a concealed weapon. His lawyer contends the defense could carry a gun by universal law but the judge postponed a decision amid numerous appeals and unclear legal grounds.
W. T. Seabrook, author and adventurer, says the York Pa witch murder trial opening Monday offers a rare view into rural occult beliefs and secret volumes referenced in his new book. He notes Voodooism grows more prevalent than people imagine in rural America.
High ranking officers attended the burial at Arlington Cemetery for Staff Sergeant Spel who enlisted nearly 30 years ago. Colonel Easterbrook the army chief chaplain heads the procession followed by General Summerall chief of staff General Frank Cheatham and General Frank Parker.
The piece reports a murder case tied to witchcraft beliefs, noting defendants John Bly, Wilbert Yeay, and Julia They confess killing Nelson D. Rehmeyer to break a spell. It discusses witch trials, public education on witchcraft, and alleged motives, with commentary on superstition in various cities and rural areas.
Ralph I. Darkee secretary of the Lexar County Safety Council announces a series of meetings planned early next week to review a survey led by Earl J. Reeder of Chicago and funded by the National Safety Council. Reeder will outline findings aimed at reducing downtown traffic problems and accidents with police aid.
Mammoth Cave National Park association announces purchase of Mammoth Cave and 2308 acres from heirs for about $500,000. The group will hold the land until funds allow purchase of nearby property to be donated to the government for a national park.
Oakland Col. Jon reports a station attendant at Warm Springs used force to halt a two-man robbery attempt. He restrained one robber and guarded the cash as the other fled. No injuries were listed, and authorities began a standard investigation into the incident.
Mexican consul Nabel Aveleyra announced he will become consul at Chicago and plans to depart for his new post soon, with Canty expected to return as former consul.
Johnson City, Tenn has been described as the state capital’s oldest town and is being devastated by a large fire. Meagre reports say neighboring cities have been asked to send all available fire fighting apparatus to help combat the blaze.
A committee of residents asked Fire and Police Commissioner Phil Wright to establish head in parking on South Heckberry Street. The commissioner does not favor head in parking but will consider the question.
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