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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 22, 1929

Page

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Debate on Europe unity and religion spurs mixed reactions

The piece reports on arguments about uniting Europe to meet debts and the clash between religious modernization and traditional authority. It cites Dean Inge, British clergy, and Professor Barnes, noting calls for updating religion but continued church influence. Mentions William of Orange statue on College Green, Dublin, and recent Irish Republican violence during repairs.

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Weather Forecast With Mixed Conditions Across Regions

Forecasters predict a cold spell with temperatures near 10 to 34 degrees and gusty northwest winds. The trend includes potential precipitation in the northwest and a likely slight cooldown into Wednesday with possible showers Tuesday night or Wednesday. Highs will be followed by cold lows and a developing frost risk in northern areas.

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Hot Dogs and a World of Sausages

A playful census style note from CNCAGH on January 23 humorously estimates eighty eight million pounds of sausage products sold last year. It contrasts vast quantities with a silly image of stacked buns and mustard, illustrating a whimsical take on food production and consumption.

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Fire Station Menace and Anti Parking Rule In LA

In Los Angeles a report details residents of Laurel Heights being pressured by land salesmen to buy vacant lots with threats of a future fire station. Five new stations are planned at $25 000 each, with a northeast relocation near Main and Magnolia. Residents protest locations at McCullough King’s Highway and Laurel, as city aims to serve Tobin Hill Laurel Heights.

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Five states seek two gunmen for extradition

Five states pursue extradition for two alleged gunmen shown in a photo. Fred, Nave, test, and Clyde Roberts are in custody in Buffalo and will be sent to Colorado and Oklahoma for trial.

Fred Nave Test Clyde Roberts Buffalo Colorado Oklahoma

W C T U backs conscience bill in reform push

The Women's Christian Temperance Union plans to support Senator Lom J. Love's freedom of conscience bill, seeking to change government wording to "man government." State president Mrs. Claude We Van Wrils announced the tally amid questions about political party pledges and the bill's implications.

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Forgery Suspect Arrested in Yokohama

A forgery suspect identified as Tao Yokomama, 22, was arrested in Japan. The case involves accusations of fraudulent account activity linked to New York authorities. The suspect is reportedly to face extradition proceedings to the United States and a San Francisco connection is noted in the filing.

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Soldier Goes On Trial In Fort Sam Houston Slaying

Private Floward St. Francie faced a general court martial at Fort Sam Houston on charges of annsilaughter in the October death of Private Pierce W. Hickman. Prosecution presented witnesses to show failure to aid and report the injury, while St. Francie claimed Hickman was shot by another. The defense sought to prove lack of action by the soldier in Hickman’s death as testimony continued.

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Boy confesses to $2000 United States check theft

Sixteen year old Foobeet A Simmons of Brooklyn, NY admits taking a $2000 U.S. treasury check from a bank or safe box and crafting an anonymous note offering to deliver the check for 250 cash. Secret Service agents traced the case to the I.M.C.A. and he is held in Bergen County jail in default of 3000 bond. He worked at a Vento hotel and fled Brooklyn last September after leaving boxes unlocked and stealing articles. (Continued on Page 8, Col. 2.)

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Fire devastates Thyain district leaving many dead and homeless

A terrible fire in the populous Thyain district of Constantinople killed several people and destroyed numerous buildings. High winds drove at least thousands from their homes into freezing streets, with exposure intensified by the blaze.

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Texas Ex convict in California Jail

Interaquiamit Senseerie reports William A. Gonven, 22, arrested in California jail today. He admits to polion that he killed a girl in Anastly Texas. Governor Ala Ferguson mentioned in doned context.

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Wites Plea Frees Man Arrested on Drunk Charges

In County Court Judge Dave Watson presiding on Wednesday, Urmander was freed after Wite’s plea. The defendant faced a drunkenness charge. the judge urged better behavior, urging not jail but support for his wife and baby. The case prompted advice on future conduct and consequences.

Wite Dave Watson Tom Lewis

Harvard Given 11 392 000 by New York Magnate

Harvard officials say Edward Barkness of New York family that funds Yale mansions promised 11 392 000 to finance a plan to subdivide Tercord College into small residential groups. The plan emerged after Lovell publicized a 4 000 000 gift from an anonymous donor now identified as Barkness.

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Fair and Colder Weather for Jarhoe Tourney Forecast

Forecast promises fair to cold weather for the Jarhoe golf event with minimal night temperatures around LH degrees. Southwest winds are expected along with mild to moderate conditions in the Texas Open territory as J Y Jarber of the United States Weather Bureau provides the outlook. In San Antonio the Tuesday morning low reached 66 degrees.

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Fort Worth Death Case Up This Week

The trial in criminal district court of Slevens, 48, indicted by the Tarrant county grand jury on a charge of murder, is set for January 28. Assist­ant District Attorney Mucha says the case stems from the death of his wife who was killed in a car crash on December 31.

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Blanche Sweet and Husband Separate in Reported Divorce

The noted actress Blanche Sweet and her husband Marshall Neilan have separated. Reports indicate a divorce is being pursued, with onlookers noting the couple's estrangement and ongoing legal proceedings.

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Bank Robber Gets 5 year Sentence

Vancy Savoy faced robbery charges today as the jury returned a five year sentence for the incident at the heovy bath.

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Death sentence commutation debated by Chicago officials

Fire and Police Commissioner Wright opposed commuting the death sentence of Johnny M. McKenzie for the killing of Detective Chief Sara Streets. He argued leniency invites crime and that punishment is needed to deter offenders. McKenzie faces formal sentencing later this week in the Ninety-fourth District Court.

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