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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 06, 1929

Page

15

Death of Aged Millionaire in New York

Horace L Williamson a wealthy vice president of United States Rubber and Kentucky governor staff colonel, died after leaping from a tenth floor window at Congress apartments. Miss Flu Nunolls, his companion, claimed they had dined after a night out with Williamson’s girlfriend since 1890. Police found a brandy bottle and vermouth on the table and note the dining room appeared served. Williamson was a widower with one survivor, nephew Charles Wilser of Lancaster Pennsylvania.

Aly International News Berrice New York Horace L. Williamsus United States Rubber Company Kentucky Congress Apartments John Nugent Wil Mr. Williamson Bey Williamsou Ladeen Williamson New York Athletic Club Charles Wilser Lancaster

Texas WC Chapter to Open State House Headquarters

The Texas chapter of the WC T D plans to open a headquarters in the statehouse Monday to push for repeal of the 50 gallon scareb.nod-seizure law and better funding for enforcing the state prohibition law. Mrs Gloude Ds Van Watts, president, announced the move ahead of the legislative session. The group seeks about 18.00 annually from liquor permit fees for enforcement.

International News Service Austin Inn Texas WC. T. D Monsey Mre Gloude Ds van Watts The Legislature C_T Compiralier's

Alamo City Youth Wins His Spurs in Big City

San Antonio boy Mose Rosenman, born and educated here, is named Counsel to Governor Roosevelt in New York. Rosenman, a Columbia alumnus, will take effect after the next legislative session. He is praised for his wide state knowledge and loyalty during the campaign.

San Antonio Hrunuer Roseuman Big City New York Wranklin D. Roosevelt Moseumau Fis Rosenman Max Merer Rosenman West Cypress Street Columbia University New York City Roseoman

Krassin to Lead Russia Rescue Mission Next Summer

Paris report says Soviet embassy officials confirm the Krassin ice drencher will join a polar expedition to explore the northeast of Spitsbergen. The Brogins will haul crude oil to land a party on uncharted areas. The Soviet government orders construction of two more oil burners for the Arctic.

Krassin Russia Paris Jon Krassia

Old Folks Say Doctor Caldwell Was Right

An old pamphlet touts Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a gentle laxative cure-all since 1592. It claims simple vegetable laxatives suit constipation biliousness headaches and indigestion, suitable for babies and the elderly, with a generous bottle widely available.

Caldwell Medical College Dr. Caldwell Dee Caldwella Strup

City Manager System Explained by Professor Steel

In a series on the city manager plan Professor E W Steel of Texas A and M College compares the form to a business corporation with voters as stockholders and the council as directors. The manager acts as superintendent, hiring police and other officers, while the council sets policy and judges appoints officials. The key task for voters is electing capable council members and holding them to account.

E. We Steel of Texies A College Steel W. Steel Munley Cru Banttory Enet Werrbig We & M College of Texaa Ig Zeemled Tan Commercial Corporation Manuger Monager City Commission Coucil Ius Oller Tomnager Chick Annn Ethaoies & Bookkeeper

Woman Shoots Herself Near Converse in Guadalupe County

A coroner's inquest returned a verdict of death by own action for Mrs Martha Metteher, 38, who died from a self inflicted gunshot to the head. The tragedy occurred in her home near Converse as her husband Albert Bettcher resided nearby. Evidence at the inquest indicated she shot herself after an argument in Guadalupe County. The body was moved to Riche undertaking parlors in San Antonio and buried at San Jose cemetery.

Justice of the Peace Garry J. Schneider Cantielion Martha Metheher Bettcher Hettcher Alfred Bettcher Converse Guadalupe County Alfred Mettehor Riche Undertaking San Antoni San Jose Beltcher H. H. Gold

Professor Steel Preview Becomes Next Sunday's Feature

The article notes another piece by Professor Steel will appear in the forthcoming Sunday edition. It previews topics and invites readers to look for the continuation in print.

Professor Steel

Poor Little Mix Girl Faces Income Struggles

Jan. 3 report shows Itush Jane Mix, daughter of Sam Mix, facing financial hardship as she awaits next month’s payment. Tom Mix reportedly gave a $225 check to an attorney for delivery to his daughter, but the check encountered court action after attachment.

Eee I Newa Jane “Mix Sam Mix Hin Romanshallow Tom Mix

Hasdorf Appointed Bexar Constable

Constable James Waxdorf Salumay appointed by the county commissioners court to Precinct No 7 succeeding Stobert Ginder who resigned to accept deputy sheriff under Sheriff Alfonso Newton Jr. No further details provided.

James Waxdorf Salumay Texar Cality Commissioners’ Court

Baylor Hospital Nurse Leads City Popularity Contest

Miss Lucille Hamilton of the Taylor hospital led the graduate nurse popularity contest conducted by city hospitals. Hamilton posted 1210 votes, followed by Miss Pearl Simmons of Santa Rosa with 1110 and Miss Bonnie Baron of Korney's with 970. The tally was to close at 6 p.m. Tuesday.

Lucille Lamilton Tavelor Hospital Haoilton Pearl Simmons Santa Rosa Misa Bonnie Barnon Korney’s Paisley Phys Suverans

Two Cafes Bombed by Racketeers in Chicago District

Police attribute two explosions to racketeers in Chicago district two restaurants were damaged on Nel Craigford avenue and Nocth anomie with entrances blown and broken glass. Investigators link the incidents to organized crime and hint at broader racketeering activity in the area.

Chicago International Nera Kerview Toga Nel Craigford Avenue Nocthanomie

City to Receive Specifications on 5 Fire Stations

Police and Fire Commissioner Ibis Wright announced Saturday that the city will receive specifications next week for five new fire stations to be built with bond money. Bids will be called immediately. Each station will cost $29,000.

Ibis Wright

Dallas Water Chief Injured in Tumble

Dallas water commissioner slipped and fell down hotel steps in ACC on Jan 5. He received treatment at the emergency hospital where injuries were not serious.

Dallas ACC Ee Ae

Ninth Annual Banquet and Lodge Fellowship Meet

The Perfect Union Halve No. 1 A. L. and A. A. M. will hold its ninth annual banquet and lodge fellowship meeting at the Plaza on Tuesday evening. Members are expected to attend and participate in the program.

Court Proceedings Report From Ina Court

A garbled court record lists numerous individuals and penalties in a United States case. Various defendants receive fines and prison terms, including durations up to several years, with accompanying names and alleged offenses. The document reflects a dense docket of judgments and sentences from a single session.

Birthday Names and Addresses in Town Obscure List

A compilation of names paired with street addresses including Byron Beverly 61 and Dawson Doh Balaklaveh 96 along Crosby Street and Richacd Tréveliyan 814 Medtul Ion Street, RP Willems 502 Burleson, Joo Yihe Miller 1118 Buath Alamo, and Batty Ruth-Brannen 2915 North Ploree Street.

Byron Beverly Dawson Street Doh Balaklaveh van Ness Street Delim J. Maruer Crosby Treet Richacd Tréveliyan Medtulion Atreet Willems Burleson Street Anthony Bulatea South Mitmon Atreet Ficetin Hlugrhins East Honor Sree Richerd Hall Lamar Street Ellenbeih Tate Drexel Avernue S. P. Veletres Bherman Street Reyes Najera Rutz Street Joo Yihe Miller Buath Alamo Street Olivia Josephine Fi Ettigageonne Proc Gloria Dean Dlexaeth Cornell Avenue Batty Ruth-Brannen North Ploree Street

Life Insurance Convention Delayed to Prevent Flu Spread

The Southland Life Insurance agency postpones its annual convention planned for January 9 and 10 at Kerrville. W. E. Talbot, agency director, announces the meeting is postponed indefinitely to help prevent influenza spread across the state.

Gunnal Agency Southland Life Tnsueqnee Company Kerrville W. E. Talbot Agencs Winns

Joan Crayford to Wed Young Douglas Fairbanks Jr

Film star Joan Crayford announced she would wed Douglas Fairbanks Jr in June and the couple, who had long been engaged, said they were not marrying yet. Both are working on the film Lat together and are close associates in the industry.

Rolly Wood Cal Joan Crayford Tolay Douglaa Fairbanks Jr France Italy

Stills Found by Dry Raiders Across Charleslin and Berkeley

Federal administrator BP Talbert reports fourteen whiskey stills seized in seventeen raids by dry agents. Two men were believed identified and around 20,000 gallons destroyed. P S Murray and Toh Murray were arrested this morning in Hexkeley court.

Charles Tur Whit B Stiilg Geizey Alniget Mich Destroyel

Ten New Stores For San Marcos

Ten new stores announced for San Marcos over the past year signaling a surge in retail growth. The coverage notes ten recent business openings tied to local development and new commercial activity.

San Marcos Jon Ben Marerot

Auto Ride Guest Sues for 50000 After Fatal Wreck

Mrs J Hy Ogden of rails files a 50000 suit against the estate of the late Dr Menderson and others over an auto wreck near Fredericksburg. The accident occurred as a Menderson party member traveled to San Antonio. the suit was filed before Menderson’s death months earlier. Hearing was set for the next term of court.

Brady Inn Henderson Prominewt Urey Denderson Texas J. Hy Ogden Rails Dr. Menderson Fredericksburg Menderson Sir. Tenderson Jongo Ogden Mendelson Party San Antonio Isteret Court Leee Werk Moblay

Senator-elect Vare Dispute Ends with Attorney Review

Washington reports a shift in the long dispute over Senator-elect William Vare of Pennsylvania. The Reed investigating committee said Vare spent excessive money in the 1926 Pennsylvania senatorial primaries and recommended that lawyers prepare the case and present it. Vare convalesces from a paralytic condition noted in August 1929.

Washington William Vare Pennsylvania Wight Wry

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