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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1929
Page
1
Washington notes warn of an extra session as tariffs face change whether aimed at boosting industry or aiding farmers. Projections stress prosperity from increased spending, while warnings about peace efforts and naval strategy dominate the discussion.
Tax Commissioner Frank I. Bushick announced San Antonio will raise the combined city and school tax by seven cents for the coming year, to 197 cents for the city and 81 cents for the school, with the overall joint rate set to 2.78 per hundred dollars of assessed valuation. The increase funds the Bond issue, city operations, and advertising, reflecting a 16,182,850 valuation rise and a changed advertising tax policy across civic departments.
A garbled report notes a bootlegging den yielding a claim that a man named Dilly Tully offered insurance pitches. He was charged with vagrancy but released after testimony to a judge, with city officials involved.
In WAINORG North Carolina travelers claim the Farene Hotel is billed as the worst in the state. ostensible owners deny the slogan while locals and visitors report frequent stays and letters home praising nearby hostelry experiences.
Grace M. Wood, 33, charged with intent to murder her husband Halph Wood, was returned to county jail after bond of 100000 signed by Justice Leonaril Svhemanske was not posted as bodymen refused. Southern Surety had signified willingness to post but withdrew citing risk. Wood sobbed in cell, recalling her first arrest as she faced chagrin and relief.
The Questing Mack giant army endurance plane undergoes mechanical overhauling at Rockwell Field San Diego to replace its three high horsepower light whirlwind motors with 220 horsepower engines. Five airmen assist the process as the craft prepares to return to Washington.
A tricycle and an item described as Inothaly were reported missing from the front yard of Mrs. 13, 0. Werndon at 517 Kayton Avenue on Saturday.
Henry Farles of 310 Vine Street a contractor collapses while driving a small touring car and dies at the wheel. The vehicle clips a telephone pole smashing the fender and headlight as bystander J K Maetyn of 614 Avenue J observes the scene.
In Washington on January 13 news notes that President-elect Hoover’s cabinet talks focus on Donovan’s appointment and farm legislation timing. Hoover plans to consult in Florida and then potentially call an extra session around early April to address farm relief and tariff reforms.
Myron T. Herrick, former U S ambassador to France, and a Swedish-born swadar were aboard the ship He de France bound for Cherbourg after Herrick recovered from a severe bronchitis attack aboard the vessel in New York harbor.
The cartoon critiques noble gestures by UROPE and Uncle Sam, urging practical action over empty demonstrations. It contrasts the idea with a fable about tail cutting and mocks public fig leaves while praising self-sufficiency over interference. Mr Opper is credited for the drawings in a satirical two-panel piece.
Washington June 12 The House committee investigating patronage in the South plans further inquiries into Texas and Florida states. Senator Bronk Hart announced the panel says state Republican organizations in South Carolina allegedly sold officer posts, signaling broader graft concerns amid party activities.
In Wallington D C on June 12 a round robin in the senate drew signers pledging to oppose the Kellogg Briand peace pact unless American adherence terms are formally announced.
London dispatch reports Queen Mary II ill with laryngitis. Dr G Lett, throat specialist, was summoned to treat her as of January 2.
Anita Stewart announced on her second walking day that she wills marry George Peabody Converse of New York on June 3 in a San Francisco ceremony. Public interest focuses on the event as details and plans unfold in early January.
In York County Court Wil bert Ties, 18, was found guilty of murder in the second degree for the slaying of Nelson Tighmarer. He received a sentence from AQ to 20 years. Co-defendants John Wismyr and Carey, both 14, were previously found guilty of first degree murder and sentenced to life imprisonment. The jury delivered verdicts at 4:52 and 7:17. Mrs. Alice Q. Wess, mother of Hess, sat nearby as the boy faced the verdict shocked and sobbing.
Paris rumor mill swirls around heiress Margaret Rutherford daughter of Mrs W K Vanderbilt who wed Ogden L Miller in 1917 and may soon marry again. reports spread amid social circles in the French capital.
Fire gutted the First Baptist Church and school in Fort Worth early today. Gasoline found at the ruins, while Texas Ranger and district attorney investigate suspected arson. Pastor Norris vows quick rebuilding and a Sunday service with thousands expected.
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