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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1929
Page
20
A scattered 1920s style column discusses air propulsion and aviation industry plans in Britain and America. It mentions General Molora, Barong, a 345,000,000 European fund, planned 200,000 car production, and debates on leisure, sin, and ethical schooling. The piece references pilots, monoplanes, fuel challenges, and the need for knowledge and kindness in a changing world.
A fragmentary weather summary describes a cool to mild pattern with an 38 degree baseline and light to moderate winds. It mentions slight warming trends toward Tuesday and a potential warmer turn by midweek with unsettled west coast influence and minimal change in temperatures through Monday night.
The boxing promoter ACLOSHEY, known for pivotal shows, died Sunday in Miami. Authorities say his body was found under unclear circumstances and investigators are examining a possible cause of death while planning services.
Los Angeles dispatch describes a perilous midair incident involving an American Air Corps flight led by Captain Ralph Moyt with Major Carl Spaiz during a long endurance mission. The crew battled multiple crises including fuel shortage, engine trouble, and a fouled valve, finally regaining control after a dramatic recovery.
The State's case in the vote row will be in capable hands as Judge presides for the trial of Augustus McCloskey who faces charges of altering election records. Lamar Seeligson will actively prosecute with staff members Fred Cowan Walters Tynan and Sam Newton assisting.
Mrs. T. Driv, mother of defense attorney Wayny Paiie, dies prompting Judge W. W. Melhory to reset the Dodge Augustaa J. MuCluskes trial for 16 o clock Wednesday morning. Witnesses excused until then as city attorney Dave Watson represents Judge McGrory. motions to quash indictments may follow.
George Rickard prominent boxing promoter dies after an appendicitis operation at a New York hospital. His body was moved to New York for burial as friends including Dempsey Field and Tavengan gathered, tribute plaque read “to Our Pol.” Rickard died in the evening while enduring the siege of illness with his wife Mrs Rickard at his side.
Fragmented OCR reads of a maritime incident describe a man last seen near shore after a crash. A skydiving or aerial event is noted with references to wind, elevation, and recovery efforts but details are unclear. Names and places are garbled, hindering full reconstruction of the incident.
In Arlington area dispatches, two German citizens were arrested on Bolivian spy allegations. Authorities described the pair as suspects tied to alleged espionage activities, with unclear charges and ongoing investigations.
Geneva January report states an American envoy notified the United Nations that the World Court may be reformed. A committee of jurists will be appointed to review the court statutes and membership terms.
County officials and city leaders met to discuss transferring hospital oversight while critics fear loss of control. A conference between city commissioners hospital board and county figures was tentatively set for Wednesday to weigh options and address concerns about funding and governance.
Sunshine is forecast to rise as the cold breaks with Monday morning easing. The wet spell should drop only slightly below freezing at 8 o clock with skies clearing. by Monday night the forecast calls for colder air and possible frost in western regions.
Report from Washington indicates influenza spreading across Texas and other areas with higher case counts than the prior week. Health officials note rising activity in multiple sections, urging vigilance and ongoing monitoring as communities respond with precautions.
General MIntyre, retiring chief of the bureau of lieutenant and tas aisteptedi apyminmoent na Titi ine krade ruptinigsiense in Washing Tron.
In the Texas House fight for Speaker in Austin, Barrop of Br Torhe and Montgomery of Edinburg lead opposing camps. Frauds accuse special interests of influencing votes while others defend the integrity of the process. Later pages reveal more about the candidates.
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