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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1929
Page
5
Two train managers are killed as a freight train crashes into another near Moule Illinois. The incident occurs after a delayed Florida-bound passenger line and involves a head-on impact. Investigators inspect the wreckage while agencies coordinate rescue efforts and assess cause.
An advertisement claims a New York specialist’s prescription relieves sciatica rheumatism neuralgia neuritis for an elderly mother. It asserts many relieved after a few doses of Nucha and guarantees instant relief or money back, urging readers to visit a druggist to test the remedy.
In a personal account the narrator describes failing strength and dwindling energy at home. Despite trying many approaches including a shared routine and new remedies the speaker finds power fading and seeks help, detailing the struggle to perform daily tasks.
The clue puzzle presents two guests: left a Mexico born star of The Red Dance and right the eldest of three sisters named Norma. A final hint notes the other participant is now a great comedian who never wears without glasses, suggesting a playful celebrity guessing card from a magazine.
The San Antonio Light runs a Majestic theater photo contest with multiple pictorial entries printed in recent papers. Prizes include theater tickets. contestants must write a short story of up to 180 words on a provided sheet, fill the coupon, and mail to the contest editor in San Antonio.
Deputy sheriffs seek eight year old Nathan Busser Authois after a man abducted him from the San Antonio Humane and Protective Society and disappeared. An emergency hearing was filed seeking custody and restoration of the child by Tyty G ore secretary. Reporters noted the boy could not be located.
Von Thuston reports the Fokker monoplane inaugurated a night mail and passenger service linking New York and New Orleans via Birmingham. The flight began from the Hosta airport, with operations starting Wednesday.
A group of seventeen congressmen visited the White House for an official engagement. The event highlighted bipartisan dialogue and policy discussions with administration officials in a formal briefing at the executive residence.
Dexar county lacks funds to extend Roosevelt Avenue to connect with South Presa Street. Commissioner Tom G. Abbott objects to spending about one third of a $100,000 bridge and road budget for the project. The highway department proposed connecting Corpus Christi road into the city, easing traffic on South Govers and East Commerce, if approved.
John D, Associates move to control half of Stewart’s stock as they push to oust Hebert W. Stewart from Standard Oil Company of India. A 45 percent stake was highlighted at Rockefeller offices, with about 11 percent of the 9,211,540 shares expected to be represented at the March 7 annual meeting in Whiting.
Washington January 23 expenditure figures show funds for Special and technical buildings for the Army Air Corps. Items include $220,000 for field hangars at Selfridge Field Michigan and $360,000 for central heating with $51,000 for concrete runways. Other listed locations include Randolph Field Texas and Tangara. totals and allocations span several facilities and depot projects.
Fravik Morales was attacked by two men on Colorado and Street, beaten unconscious, and relieved of his coat hat and about 70 dollars. He lay on the ground till Friday night before reviving and reporting the robbery to police. Suspects fled, details scarce in this police report.
A harsh influenza outbreak spreads across Europe starting in London where offices falter due to staff shortages. Medical workers issue guidelines on treatment while transit systems report fewer riders as illness sweeps the region. Authorities in Poland and nearby nations confirm rising case numbers with fatalities feared.
General Rivera recovers from a grippe attack and begins a health return. Jan. Heath reports the officer has been indisposed for three weeks. The administration notes that rumors of a wink and satisfaction from observers are unfounded as officials aim to restore health and duty.
Special assessments levied on property owners on North Deesa Street between West Commerce and Market streets. Work begins with the opening of a new project to widen the street and improve drainage. Proceeds will fund the drone removal and related infrastructure. John 21, Gunninghia, Algol referenced in property appropriation notes.
A Bali infant, daughter of Mrs Lenpolio Salina at 22 Jivkson street, burned on back and leg when clothing ignited by an open fire. Her 2-year-old sister Lillian was present. Neighbors cried out, and Mrs Martines rushed to help. The child received treatment at Hebert Green Hospital.
Fragmented OCR yields a garbled piece about prohibition and a satirical discussion on stopping drinking. It mentions Bugs Baer and a line about “Stop driving” and a distribution note. The readable elements include prohibition era references and a public message style.
Due to time constraints the proposed Mecorative front for the main bull ing at the International Exposition Livestock show in Houston will not be completed in time. The second annual exposition begins March 1 with other buildings under construction.
City planning officials unveiled proposed playgrounds along Martinez Creek at the corner of West Lancel and San Jacinto Streets. Superintendent John Hotsard said a gravel-filled site will be prepared and open for public use within four months.
MES warn of smoking harms including stained teeth and stale breath. Pebeco toothpaste claims to combat nicotine deposits by stimulating saliva to whiten enamel and leave a fresh mouth feeling hours after brushing. Made by Pebeco, Inc. under Lehn & Fink, with Canadian distribution by Lehn & Fink (Canada).
In a small Missouri community a married woman notes husbands disapprove of women smoking. She recalls her own habit and dental advice from a dentist recommending Pebeco toothpaste, which she says restored whiteness and fresh breath and suggests highlighting this point in advertising.
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