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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 24, 1927

Page

3

Norris Austin Pastor Preaches Amid Church Visit

In Austin on January 24 Rev J Frank Norris attended First Methodist Church with a bodyguard amid remarks tied to a killing case. His wife Mrs Norris joined him as the sermon drew comments seen as criticizing the evangelist by attendees and press. The pastor later denied misquotes reported by the press. Also noted: new platinum wrist watches worn by Chamber of Commerce stenographers feature tiny donor portraits pasted on the glass.

Austin J. Frank Norris D. Chipps First Methodist Norris Brian Chamber of Commerce

Complete Charge to Norris Jurors Read By Judge Hamilton

The judge instructs the Norris murder trial jury on murder malice aforethought, self defense, and possible verdicts. Norris is accused in Tarrant County of killing D E Chipps on or about July 31 with a gun, with options including murder, manslaughter, or acquittal based on reasonable doubt. The instruction details self defense grounds and required proofs for each charge.

Norris Hamilton Austin EL Aecc J. Frank Norris EL Chipps Tarrant State of Texas D. E. Chipps J. Frank Reneer Sanner Fand Selb E. Chipps Effi Chen State Tex D. BE. Chipps Faminet Greer Westbrook Chipps Norris Jamenner Marvin Simpeuth Dr. Norris Janti Fe Dar Norris Chi Ors

Trial of Chipps killer proceeds with intense arguments

In Fort Worth, the HTH trial of the slain man Chipps continues as both sides wrap up evidence and begin final arguments. State attorney Shelton presses for conviction while defense argues substantive questions, recalling witness testimony about bullet locations and alleged threats. The court delays for readings of the jury charge as Mrs. Chipps endures the strain of the proceedings.

Th. GE. Chipps John C. Shelton Austin Uamilton Chipps Norris Suror Shem Chipas Rogers

Radium Dial Watch Secret's Out

A Washington dispatch reports the radium dial watch glows due to radium’s glow and zinc sulfide crystals. The National Geographic Society explains the radiation activity lasts about 2000 years, but the dial’s glow fades as crystals are destroyed. A Fort Worth mayor comment section follows, with courtroom conflict details and witness quotes.

Universal Service Washington National Geographical Society

City improvement bonds awaiting official signing

Seven hundred of the citys 85.00.000 improvement bonds remained to be signed by Mayor John W Tobin and other city officials. A city council resolution approved the form in which the bonds, 600 in number, were printed and will be sent to Austin for state approval as soon as signing is completed.

John W. Tobin Austin

Pastor Draws On Growth For Fung Fort Worth News

Members of First Baptist Church agreed to pay $2000 in travel expenses to witnesses in the Fort Worth trial of Rev. J Frank Norris for the killing of a wealthy lumber dealer in Fort Worth Texas The pastor read to his congregation a message saying victory was overwhelming and the conspiracy had been exposed The fund was reported already raised and most witnesses are poor The Rev W F Haw of the Methodist churches preached at morning and evening services on Sunday in Texas

John Shelton Fanniereer Westbrook Chipps Dr. Norris Denmen Shelton Greer Shelton Norris’ Attics Texas Universal Service Fort. Worth First Baptist Church Austin J. Frank Norris Fort Worth Chinos Norris Paul Rome Appit Forum Church of Corinth Cnn Cerning Harry Keaton W. FE. Haw Methodist Tesxae Sundas

Norris Trial Hears Deputy Sheriff Describe Jury Day

Deputy Sheriff Bargsley recalls taming a mutinous jury of twelve homesick men in Travis County as Judge Crank Norris faces murder charges. He led them to a park and kept peace while the life or death verdict loomed, hoping Monday brings calm and order.

Universal Servicn Antonio Light Auspin Tex Bale Norris Bargsley Crank Norris Lessness Tessness Travis County

J Franz Norris Faces Jury In Life Or Death Verdict

A trial unfolds as J Franz Norris awaits a jury verdict that could determine life or death. A dramatic family scene emerges in court as a red haired boy weeps in the audience while his father sits in the jury box, and the courtroom atmosphere blends strained emotion with the gravity of criminal deliberations.

J. Franz Norris Ang Moore Jery

Tourist Camp Permit Granted After Commission Review

Permit granted to operate a tourist camp on Patapon Jones avenue along the San Antonin area. The decision followed prior reviews by several officials and an approval by Acting Magic Phil Wright after objectivity concerns were raised.

Patapon Jones Avenue San Antonin Wiliam M. Miller Mente ‘Thapeti Phil Wright

Musterole replaces messy mustard plasters in ads

An advertisement promotes Musterole as a clean remedy replacing mustard plasters for pain relief and inflammation. It claims quick help for throat, bronchitis, laryngitis, croup, stiff neck, asthma, neuralgia, headaches, congestion, rheumatism, bruises, frostbite, and chest pains, and suggests it may prevent pneumonia.

McCoy's Cod Liver Oil Compound For Weak Children

A vintage advertisement urges mothers to boost underweight children with McCoy's Cod Liver Oil Compound. It touts 60 tablets for 60 cents, claiming the vitamins strengthen and improve health with a tastier alternative to plain cod liver oil, promising happier, healthier starts for children.

CIA McCoy Fin

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