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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1929
Page
1
Rev J Frank Norrie leader of a militant faction tells his congregation that the church fire was an unexplained accident. He notes the new church will be built quickly on the old site and cautions against unfounded revenge charges while a district attorney probe continues.
A fragmented report notes Alvare in custody wearing a large sombrero in the city jail. It mentions contemplation of headgear in confinement and ties to Simon Rodriguez who is jailed for failure to pay a fine for drunkenness. Nadenez reportedly left with the hat and instructions to inform the sclobrero that Aliceez might pay the fine.
A fragmentary light classified page notes items for sale and services. It mentions roadwork items, garage conveniences, and various consumer goods with scattered prices and terms. The page also references buyers and sellers and urges readers to view today’s listings for more details.
Tokyo officials voiced deep concern over the Yang Yu Ting execution in Shukden Manchuria. A government spokesman called the Mukden situation hysterical and sinister while noting Yang had moved toward Japan and held pro-Japanese views aiding consolidation of Japanese interests in the region.
San Antonio to host a new nine hole Riverside link project with two municipal links within city limits. Construction overseen by engineer Joby Bredemus, cost about 25000 dollars, completion over seven months. A $75000 club house will provide general recreational facilities at the park.
H King, manager of Wing Furniture, named to head special subcommittee to raise about 185000 for the San Antonio forward movement sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce. Chano Ising to name four members to campaign among bankers, manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, and railroads. Mayor and committees to engage foreign corporations operating stores in the city. Meetings set with Credit Men and Crafic Club, plus address to Teachers Association.
York, Jan 14. Victims of a powwow doctor and two accomplices face prosecution for alleged witchcraft and illegal healing. County District Attorney Herrmann says authorities seek evidence and warrants as trials proceed. A farmer Nelson Hebmever is accused of black magic. Other defendants await removal to penitentiary.
Leeman of Corpus Christi and South Texas chamber officials denounced a proposed state tax on real estate to fund an advertising fund. The bill, drafted in Austin, faces legislature next week with supporters urging passage and full conference action.
Five women from four schools urged the city to relocate the new branch library from the old Marked house to Lakeside Park Elmendoré Lake Morales and Twenty-incred Street. Mayor C M Chambers asked for a written submission to the city commission. Teachers cited traffic concerns as a reason the Marked house site is unsuitable. The petition was led by James B Kutloan Leon Henry F R Robin and others representing Washington Teving Bowie Rocket and Tra Ogden schools.
Plans for the spring trade season and golf tournament to be held jointly from January 28 to February 8 will be finalized at a 12:15 pm executive committee meeting of the trade extension department of the chamber of commerce at the St. Anthony hotel. V M Ochse will preside as committee chairman.
A crowded session in the city corporation court shows an ongoing traffic war with many cases filed and others dismissed. The record notes daily totals and highlights that several traffic actions were resolved or left undecided as the war continues.
A congressional seating bill moves forward as a committee reports favorably. The measure aims to adjust seating rules and consider amendments while a clerk presents the tally and associated proposals to the chamber.
A dense listing of evening events, concerts, markets, and broadcasts. Includes Gunter Orchestra, Blue Willow Orchestra, operatic autos, and educational segments with notices about farm shows, auctions, and opening markets. Mentions KGDEE KGRC KTSA WOAT WORT and various station bulletins.
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