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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1929
Page
13
Washington reports indicate lawmakers and cabinet members back a broad survey of a Nicaragua canal plan. Advocates urge a preliminary study to assess feasible routes, costs, and impacts versus Panama, with Secretary of State endorsing renewed examination.
A universal service poll shows broad support in both chambers for a survey of the proposed Nicaraguan canal. Senators and representatives largely favor the measure with minimal organized opposition, signaling strong momentum for the project in Congress.
The governor's seven member advisory committee on highway financing, led by Cone Jamaon, approves a modified plan. A. Sterling, highway commission member and original sponsor, confirms approval in a telegram to Governor Hobby. Sterling remains confined to his bed and Hobby expresses confidence in legislative strengthening of the highway system.
The article reports Edges urging a Nicaragua canal linking east and west coasts to shorten voyage distance by one to two days. A resident supports US cooperation on survey and construction, citing potential annual savings over 4 million and broader national benefits. Engineers’ report expected within a year, Congress to decide.
San Saba chamber of commerce announces Texas Ex Rangers association events to be held July 3 4 and 6 with no adjournment, led by Mrs C T Tretice and local chairman Tousen, featuring planned entertainments and reasonable town terms to accommodate visiting members from Colorado secretary treasurer Ruby Green.
A reader voices frustration that small borrowers face justice only in distant courts and urges self reliance against large corporations. The column critiques economic policy under Coolidge, notes funding for farm relief and forest protection, and reports hopeful developments in Ireland including rising bank savings and hydroelectric progress.
In San Nontto January 26 the Valley market reports railcar movements for vegetables. Cabbage leads daily shipments with 572 cars moved. total shipments reach about 2422 cars with mixed vegetables included and other crops fluctuating.
A Washington dispatch reports Hearst papers praise Edge for endorsing a Nicaragua and Panama canal expansion plan. The piece notes projected toll income, route details, costs around 84 million dollars, and potential U S diplomatic gains with increased interoceanic access and defense implications.
A boy was struck on the head while attempting to catch a fly ball and suffered a head wound. He was carried to a nearby hospital for treatment as witnesses described a chaotic scene during the incident.
Seven artists including Robert Vonnoh and Mary Tanner were named to judge 603 submissions for the 329 Edgar B. Davis wildflower contest at Witte Memorial Museum. The San Antonio Art League announced Henry Wrought as president and listed jurors from New York and Houston.
SINTON Teang Tan 20.- Mes 1 A Ford editor of the Sy Wight moves the Dallas Motherhood Magazine from Dallas to Ingleside San Patricio County changing its name to Gulf Coast Spotlight. Thomas H W Ford will be managing editor with content from Ingleside and printing by W Ke Warrick of the Avaneos Tass Irogrees.
Firemen kept a seven year old girl Margaret Brown alive during a critical incident overnight. Two firefighters administered oxygen and aided breathing until doctors could assist further. The patient remained conscious after stabilization and is expected to recover with care.
Fire at Baylor Valley dormitory in Wormiturs destroyed the building early today with an estimated 150000 loss. One Dallas student Dorothy Wilkins was badly injured after leaping from a third floor. Neighbors aided neighbors as occupants were relocated to other buildings or private homes for housing.
The theft of four rings was reported to police on Saturday afternoon. Two rings belonged to Ming Elizabeth Henn and two to Miss Mary Rinirich, both residents of 30 North Street Mary’s End. Also reported was a dress stolen from Times Landing in a separate notice.
A garden party hosted by Mrs Tt B Nickens at 610 South Street in Roy aids the American Yeoman at the Rigdamanthus lab. Mesdames J M McConnell and E A Weil assist the hostess. The event features a sale of new furniture with proceeds supporting the Yeomen.
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