Prohibition Debates Split Nations and Criminial Fears Rise
Washington reports show support with Str Wickersham for stronger prohibition enforcement, while opposition argues for ending Prohibition. The debate surveys rising crime fears, economic strain, and entrenched illegal activity as a potential outcome of repeal. References to West Point, racial remarks, and a national bank warning appear in the fragmentary discussion.
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Wanhington
Str. Wickersham
Unclear weather and temp notes with scattered place mentions
Fragmented OCR text references temperatures, winds, and forecasts across multiple places including Oklahoma and New York. It mentions cold spells, clouds, precipitation, and varying wind directions. No coherent event or single subject emerges due to garbled content.
Testimony Opens in Shipp Case at District Court
In Ninety fourth District Court at Voss to, Wilkon, manager of Community Theaters, testified about a ruse at Uptown theater on Tip 16. Shipp is identified as the suspect seen with hands in hip pockets near the cashier window, attempting to lift about $40 while a companion watched in the lobby.
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Shipp
Dredericksburg Road
John TL Wilson
Foelimony
Ninety-fourth District
Wilkon
Mary Wells
Aguilar
Nandy
Hans
Tie
Wilson
Fresh Cold Wave Slated to Strike Wednesday Night
A sharp cold snap is forecast for Wednesday night through Thursday in San Antonio region. Temperatures are expected to dip to between 24 and 30 degrees with wind making it feel colder. Widespread freezing conditions threaten water pipes and outdoor plumbing as residents bundle up for the cold spell.
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Kun Antoniq
Weather Bureau
King George Naval Address Broadcast Plans Mentioned
A fragmented notice notes King George will deliver a naval address broadcast on the radio. The plan involves a nationwide and Canada widening of the convention of power, with Columbia and New Livon mentioned. Details are unclear due to OCR errors but indicate an air transmission starting soon.
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King George Naval
George
Canada
Dhe
Colmubia
Humble Company Posts Reduction in Crude Oil Price
In Houston on January 13 a price cut was announced by Vee Buble Oil and Heating. crude oil prices were trimmed by 13 to 47 cents per barrel, signaling a reduction in transport and refining costs for Texac crude.
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Humble Company Posts
Houston
Texas
Texac
Vee Buble Oil
Hetining
Ex Publisher Convicted Again in Volstead Case at Ton
Heber Nations, former labor committee member, found guilty today by a federal jury of conspiracy to violate the Volstead act. This marks a third conviction in the ongoing case against him and associates.
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Ton. F
Heber Nations
Pulliahen
Bron
Mexican Officials Plan Reopening of Laredo Consulate
Consul Colina, arriving with a six-member staff including G Garza Tamex, will reopen the Laredo consulate Thursday. Clerks Jacinto Quinjans and others resume Friday, as doors are unlocked per the government order. The case of Pete McKenzie, former inmate at Terrell State Hospital, continues after defense argues the insanity affidavit was flawed and urges dismissal or transfer to county court.
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Laredo
San Antonio
G. Garza Tamex
Goveernment
Fiitax
Colina
Toredot Muuradiy
Jacinto Quinjans
Dujan Saent
Prainciaco Cos
D. Macha Magion
Francisco Ceniceros
Jobe M
Peter) McBeezle
Ninetyfourth
George Powell
Terrell State Hospital
McMenzie
Weat
Weet
McKenzie
Wert
Adimerit
Pete
Caure
Moreh
Gulf and West Texas rail line approved with conditions
Interstate Commerce Commission approved a 124 mile Gulf and West Texas rail route from Fredericksburg to Bruily and Eden to San Angelo, with trackage rights condition over Gulf Colorado and Santa Fe. Construction from Fredericksburg to Brady must start before July 1 1930 and finish by June 30, and the line may retain excess earnings from Fredericksburg to Brady for ten years.
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Gulf and West Texas
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Mason
MccCulloch
Concho
Tom Green Counties
Texx
Interstate Commerce Commission
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Bruily
Eden
San Angelo
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Bends
Frederickson
Brady
Wen
Lrady
Signs of battle at Dallas jail for McKenzie injury
A photograph shows John Mr. Pete McKenzie with a lacerated eye and severe left eyebrow bruising from trouble at Terrell hospital. He is pictured in the Dallas county jail.
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John Mr
Pete") McKenzie
Dallas
McKenzie
Terrell Hospital
Embargo Lift Nears as Mexican Consulate Reopens
Officials said the Mexican consulate in Laredo, closed since December 18, would reopen Friday with Consul Rafael De la Colvia in charge. The move follows Mexican foreign relations approval and aims to resume international trade, despite tensions with District Attorney Walls involving conspiracies and the Calle regime. Citizens and travelers across Webb County expect restored protection and guarantors for returnees, while calls to remove Walls surface amid political retaliation fears.
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Larado
San Antonio
International Tende
Cirtar
Attorurg Dulo A
Fuwaer
Mytaren Mhag Galles
Mexico
Meaxtown
Valls
Vaila
Moody
Work Dependent on Raising Money for New Railroad
Work on the Lule and West Tulas railway hinges on nearly six million dollars being raised. Whaley, Morrison, and Fox outlined a bond plan, with $1.2 million pledged so far. the issue aims to open up San Antonio, San Angelo, and surrounding areas to increased trade and freight. Freight potential includes 20,000 carloads from San Angelo and nearby towns, boosting the San Antonio trade region once completed.
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San Angelo
Coxtra
Whaley
Ehawber of
J. Wa. Morrison
Premalest
WJ. W. Fox
Morrison
Fox
Washington
San Antonio
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Nereis
Ural
Mason
Frederick Aburts
Gonzales Man Paints at the Federal Court Hearing
In a federal habeas proceeding Judge Witnesday deliberates over six indictments charging violations of no prohibition. Samm Thorn informs Stahl that Gonzales, a wealthy individual, is on trial. Mahl is taken into custody as his attorney Minnion argues. West’s chambers see action and a hospital transfer occurs as Denton Nixon witnesses medical concerns during the proceedings. Continued on Page 2 Col 7.
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Didele
Soloman Stahl
Pachel
Samm Thorn
Stahl
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Makig
Dante
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Denton Nixon
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Minthy
Creager Stops in .A. Silent on His Plans for Party
Creager, a Republican national committeeman, arrived in the nation’s capital with plans not disclosed. The report notes federal appointees and potential reappointments, with several officials including Roy Campbell and P.G. Tatas mentioned amid a conference with party leaders.
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