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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 21, 1929

Page

18

William II Era Aged 74 and Big Steel Ventures

The column under Arthur Brisbane style hints at William II aged 74 and a satire of “Big Steel” prosperity. It mentions a book titled My Ancestors, a journey toward healing, and curious musings on William’s life. The piece references U.S. rail and real estate gains, a 16 story office building, and hints at New York City wealth shifts. It ends noting continuation on another page.

Wiliam II Happy Big Steel Arthur Brisbane Ty King Wibkurps Bymny

Grayburg Wins Tax Fight and Raids Revealed

A raid by eight deputies led by Chief Deputy Charles Melerson seized a gambling operation at 12 North St. Mary's and 300 decks of cords at Devoid. Charges against Knight T. J. Mody and others were filed, with bail set at 8000. The raid followed a court order to destroy gambling paraphernalia as Sheriff Alfonso Newton pushes to curb open gambling.

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Weather forecast with mixed winds and mild temperatures

Readable weather notes indicate a Monday through Tuesday forecast with a low around 1% rise and light to moderate southerly winds. Expect cloudy nights, possible east and northeast showers in western areas and a shift toward partly cloudy conditions by Tuesday.

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Freak Gale Destroys Trees and Spouts Seen on Coast

A freak storm near Los Angeles yesterday uprooted several trees and damaged two homes slightly. Two water spouts were observed offshore, while hail battered lettuce and other early crops. heavy rain fell in Hollywood and Glendale with downed trees and scattered damage reported.

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Pocket Vetoes Up to Highest Court

Fragment provides a garbled note about pocket vetoes and actions by the president, suggesting a legal or constitutional dispute reaching the high court. Core entities are unclear due to OCR damage but involve executive action and judicial review.

Speeding Pedestrian Kills Man at October Event

A 70 year old man, A. W. Monfort, was killed by a speeding pedestrian during an event at the Olive World’s fair. He had prior injuries from a prior incident and died yesterday after being hospitalized. The article notes the incident occurred last October and involved a buy at the fair.

A.W. Monfort Munford Wis

Weather Forecast Sketch From The City Desk

Cloudy and rainy forecasts for Monday in San Antonio with a chance of showers. United States Weather Bureau reports temperatures in the low thirties to high forties, a Monday morning warmup, and a possible heavy rain event overnight.

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Miners Burned in Explosion at Pennsylvania Shaft

Twelve miners were trapped after a cave in at the Baltimore No. 2 mine, Hudson Coal Co., Wilkes-Barre area. Officials avoided comment as details remained unclear amid initial, unconfirmed reports of the blast and its toll.

Pennsylvania Wilkee-Barrd Haltimore No. & Mine Hudson Conk Company Ise Actin Miny

Bill Would Okay Federal Probe of U S Prosecutions

In Austin Texas on March 21 the House considered a bill to authorize a federal probe into alleged prosecutions by independent oil producers and related topics. The measure, altered by Rep A J Marding of Fort Worth, passed first reading in the morning session.

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Prisoner fatally stabbed after four attack at western penitentiary

John Oriham, 48, a prison inmate, died in the prison hospital early today after a fellow convict fatally stabbed him following a confrontation. The incident occurred at the western penitentiary last night as four guild members were involved. TETSUGAGI Tou Jan 21-6 details remain unclear.

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Man Is Tried on Car Theft Charge

A man identified as Mike Cisagrox faced trial in the forty fourth district on a car theft charge. The case involved a claim of theft by receiving stolen property. Witnesses named Marvin Cutts testified May 1 as part of the proceedings.

Man Mike Cisagrox Sindy-fourth District Cadre Mandiy Om Marvin Cutts

Land probe figures loom in Texas Senate inquiry

The Texas Senate debates a land probe and concurrent resolution urging inquiry into land administration and the land office. Senator Moore and others push for comprehensive investigation while opponents seek narrower action and defense of the land commission.

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Eastland remains spark debate over frog body fate

The article discusses the alleged frog carcass found near Liberty Courthouse and the possible display or burial options. Competing theories assign the remains to various institutions or proposals, including Washington entities or the Christian University. Debates touch on timing and possible hunts for artifacts.

Eastland Jiu Licott Wnoeshington Swithaunian Pests Christian University Ayers D. Jenny Rip Uborty Wood Bevrane

Pete M'Kenzie Faces Sentence This Week

A court in Ninety-fourth district heard that Pete M'Kenzie will be sentenced this week after a prosecution led by Detective Chief Samsereet. Judge Jlitze W. W. McCrory presided Monday, with Brenton b¢ seeking a quiet docket. The exact day and hour were not announced. A gubernatorial submission is anticipated through Rev. Tale Ye Srag of Es Minek's Tiphseu.

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Fire Threatens Health Clinic In City Building

A Monday morning blaze damaged the X ray room and equipment at a health clinic on Main Avenue. Firemen reported the fire in the upper story where Dr AW Midane and his wife lived upstairs. Estimated building and contents loss valued at $20,000.

AW. TS Midane Mulmough Firoingy

Kenedy Marshal Trial Opens in Local Case

Kenedy officials report the new trial for Norman Sanday charged with a shooting at a residence on June date. Court records show attorney absent, delays noted, and the jury panel awaiting further action as the case progresses toward a possible verdict.

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Famed bass Chaliapin in San Antonio for concert

Feeder Chaliapin, noted opera star, and his wife are in the city preparing for a Monday night concert at the auditorium. Chaliapin, a member of the Metropolitan Opera company, is regarded as one of the world’s greatest bass voices.

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Chicago Crime Wave Drives City Toward Hired Patrols

Chicago faces a seven day crime surge with a flood of robberies and racketeering as gangs terrorize the city. Police seek 200 additional officers amid a manpower shortage and a planned crackdown follows a period of two penny crime.

Maestro Arrives Early. Praises San Antonio Audiences

World renowned bass Fender Chaliapin arrives ahead of schedule in San Antonio. He expresses admiration for the city, its parks, and the municipal auditorium where he will perform. A twilight concert draws hundreds of fans, with attendees from Austin Kerrville New Braunfels and beyond welcoming the event.

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Supreme Court Rules Texas Tax on Gasoline for Military Use

The U S Supreme Court ruled Texas cannot tax gasoline shipped to military reservations or federal posts, upholding Colonel Herbert White’s claim that such shipments are interstate and beyond state taxation. The decision affects Fort Bliss and other posts, with the ruling guiding how future gas sales to the armed forces are taxed.

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Senate to Vote on West Final Attack Is Made

Washington dispatch reports the Senate set to vote on the West matter as Republicans press for a favorable outcome. The final attack is described as decisive, with key figures from Wiseauahy and Time Republicans urging swift action before the 2:80 o clock deadline.

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