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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1929
Page
2
Fragmentary text claims six persons were killed in a Mexican governorship election clash described as a duel lasting about an hour. Other towns reported fighting though details are garbled and unreadable.
A volcanic event near Kenkatay and SHiek Lins Leet caused a rising intensity over the past day. Eruptions hurled ash and lava within 2000 feet, with one plume reaching 4000. Seismic activity was felt along coastal towns, and authorities warn of ongoing danger in the affected area.
Austin January 21 committees in the Texas Legislature open a joint session in Austin to hear revenue and taxation and highways and motor traffic proposals. Proponents back a constitutional amendment and a statewide bond issue of 225 million dollars for highway construction. The discussions also touch on centralizing the pontentiacy system and water conservation for Texas streams.
A fragment depicts a poisoned arrow held by a young girl named Jane Lorraine Abel. The verse contrasts Cupid’s arrow with a fatal wound, noting the arrow is stained with blood it once spilled.
State lawmakers tackle numerous measures as Ki Sterling of Houston chairs the high commission monthly meeting. Governor Moody opposes elective commissions, favoring the current three-member setup. Committees weigh land office scrutiny and funding bills aiming for a May special session after ongoing debate.
Five American seamen drowned when an officers’ gig from the T S Whitney collided with a barge in the Panama Canal. Separate investigations were started by canal officials. The drowned included Captain Ralph Griswold of the Ninth Destroyer Squadron and Chief May Clerk Ave Wrenn, among others.
President Coolidge continues his series of congressional creator institutes at the White House. He and 65 Republican House members attend as guests in a formal gathering at the executive mansion.
Burglars robbed two stores, taking about $300 in cash. The incidents occurred late at night in the downtown area. Police questioned witnesses and reviewed nearby surveillance footage for clues. No injuries were reported.
The tale recalls Old Spotted Mail, a famed Indian chief whose long friendship span reaches San Antonio. I W Ackley’s grandfather, a Srimrose petroleum manager, once saved a poisoned arrow after a clash with Spotted Tail’s tribe. The arrow and pouch now pass to San Antonio kin.
Citizens in STEVENECOINS Wis protest moonshine mash used on hogs and poultry sold at the Joces market. They claim pork tastes of mash from farm distilleries in Tort age county and poultry is uninviting. Authorities note feeding practices and market affects under review.
The decoration of officer chevalier of the crown of Italy has been conferred at Mussolini's request upon Herbert M. Johnson, manager of the Chicago Civic Opera Company. A business opportunity ad hints at options to start a store, oil station, or restaurant.
The article reports Gary Cooper and Fay Wray co starring in a project tied to Jacob Wareerman's gavel with details on casting and production at United Artists and Fox studios. It notes director Fother Shoudes Wallace Leery and Willi Paul have key roles, Oliver Garrett adapting, and Alu Dyas supervising sound on location at the United Artists lot. It also mentions Snapshots of Hollywood and ongoing industry chatter.
A London physician quoted by Universal Service asserts the range of a sneeze can reach 40 feet. Sir William Arbuthnot of the Institute answers with a skeptical tone, suggesting the item may be a spoof.
The Census Bureau announced figures for December 1928 showing cotton spindles in operation across the United States. Data indicate a total spindle count of 710,849 in December, with details on regional activity and year over year changes.
The city council on Monday approved a purchase related to the incinerator project. Details describe a transaction involving Matthews and the city, with officials reserving rights on turnbacks and related terms. Local high school proximity is noted, and the action follows recent discussions by city authorities.
Texas Highway Commission to let construction work valued about 0,4000 dollars. Delegations from multiple entities will attend public hearings. Letting includes 150 tile projects across counties such as Goliad San Patricio Houston and DeWitt with several bridges and roads scheduled.
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