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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 13, 1927

Page

4

Court Delays Test of Norris Venice Trial Amid Wounding

Court opened with fear of delay as jurors were added to the Norris case while witness arrival continued. A violent attack on juryman Galbreath’s brother in Bastrop led to a head injury raising concerns about jury stability and possible delays in the trial proceedings.

L. of Caldwell Dr. Norris D. Wi. Chipps Dr. Chipps Jr Bales Hans McCoy First Baptist Church Fort Worth Doctor Norris Court House Rriders Shelton, Shelton and Shelton Justice Cuit Warn Veniremen ER. C. McCoy Ut Walter Weechter Moses Ring M. E. Gelbreath James R. Hamilton Etyte C - A. Galbreath Galbreath Bastrop Austin Floyd Thompson Willie Price Woody Johwnsend

Engineers Can't Have Piles Pyramid Ad Copy

A vintage ad copy for Pyramid suppositories promises instant relief for piles in any setting. It appeals to engineers and workers, claiming fast results and privacy with a 60 cent price or free trial coupons.

Norris Playing Cam Game of Change in Norris Trial

In a Texas courtroom the murder trial of Dr J Frank Norris, ally of Dr Bryan, unfolds as life and death stakes loom over the death penalty. Across the door, a legal dominoes game hints at self defense as a deflection, while a Buck Walton portrait above the stand watches, and Norris’ composed, gum-chewing demeanor contrasts with the gravity inside.

Moses Klan Tumey Dayton Moses Norris Dr. Norris Kavalux Tlan Moore Martyr Everzaled Tumney Kingsberry Lee H. Caldwell Austin Teo Universal Services San Antonio God Tob Texas Ttev J. Frank Norris Bryan Tejas Billy the Kid Mississippi Southwest Buck" Walton Buck George Calhoun Ben Thompson Hhialrous J. Frank ‘Norris God of Israel

Trial echoes of a mother's hope in a courthouse

Mae Chipps recalls a 15 year old visit to Austin as her son Elso Chipps sits in a criminal court charged in the slaying of Rev J Frank Norris. The case tests faith, memory, and the harsh turn of life from ambition to tragedy amid jury selection and long legal battle.

J. Frank Norrig Mae Murphy Mr. Norris Enfeld Stoos Texas Yoyself Austin Mae Chipps Capitol Dreds Elso Chipps Mohammed Galbreath Ts McLau Attorne Sku Klux Cripps

Praetorians expand assets. Starr touts plan in Texas

P D Starr of Southwest Texas Praetorians reports a very successful year with asset gains across 12 states. The cash payment insurance plan helps individuals build savings while securing estate protection with accident features. Perry T. Drrr announces Crest Republic Life contract for general agency in the territory, aligning with the Republic Life motto.

P. D. Starr Southwest Texas Praetorians Ome Dallas Perry Crest Republic Life Insurance Company Great Republic J Wen Soa Carge Velsme

Governor Commutes Death Sentence for New Vital Case

Governor Thuriee commutes the death sentence of Newt De Silva of Jefferson County. The change reduces the verdict to life imprisonment in a murder case dated March 17 as reported by AP.

Apstes Miriam A. Ferg Thuriee Joney Newt de Silva Jefferson County Comrike Qin Silvers Ife

Open Class in a Salesmanship at YMCA This Thursday

Av galesmanship class taught by Paul Adams local realtor will open at 8 clock Thursday night at the YMCA. The group will meet weekly for the next fifteen weeks as announced.

Paul Adams YMCA Chiss

Army Strength Cuts Prompt Calls for New Budget Plan

Congressional report urges a balanced force with 115000 enlisted by year end, citing funding limits and equipment shortfalls. It warns larger appropriations or deeper cuts may be needed and notes current morale remains praiseworthy despite housing and pay strains.

Cigil National Guard Organized Reserve War Reserve Beuja Point Canal Zone Navy Narragansett Bay Summerall Oftts

Kelly field pilots halted by motor trouble again

For the second time since their departure the three Kelly field pilots ferrying DE planes from San Antonio to San Diego have motor trouble. The pilots, previously retained in El Paso, were repaired in Lordsburg New Mexico. The three pilots are Lieutenants Walter Miller B C Kiel and H W Prosser.

Kelly Field San Antonio San Diego Cal First R el Paso Lordsburg N. M Walter Miller B.C. Kiel H.W. Prosser

Renewed Push to Collect Poll Taxes in San Antonio

County Tax Collector R Neil Campbell said deputies will visit major businesses to collect poll taxes. The deadline is January 31 and only about 20,000 taxes have been issued to date. The drive aims to boost payment across the city.

San Antoniang R. Neil Campbell

French Score Boom Promises Rich Film Music Scene

Paris reports growing hope that each film from French studios will feature its own orchestral score, expanding a promising field of artistic expression in cinema.

Paris

New Planes to Galveston Budget Boost Ends in New Planes

President Coolidge proposed twenty more attack planes for the Third Attack group at Galveston. He raised the budget estimate by 405000 to fund construction and recommended purchasing 48S planes in 1928. The plan lists 46 Douglas 0-2 observation planes at 816250 each, 10 observation planes at 24750 each, 25 bombardment planes at 36750 each, 94 pursuit planes at 3 each, 25 attack planes at 20 each, and 224 training planes.

Galveston Coolidge

Thief Steals Gems and Cuff Links in Home Burglary

A burglary early Thursday at the home of Sir Carpenter, 5 East A Street, left gems and four pairs of cuff links missing. The thief also took a pearl necklace from Mrs. Carpenter and damaged jewelry including a Yino bird motif. Police pursue lead as residents report the break in.

Fhe Sirs Carpenter

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