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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 28, 1929

Page

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St Marks Rector Appeals to Governor in Highway Probe

Reported House order continues the St Mark’s Rector plea amid a long highway probe covering 1927-28, with 212 others receiving payments totaling millions. Charges include conspiracy and alleged interest graft linking A Thompson highway engineer and county officials to contracts and salaries.

St. Mark’s M’kenzid EveoHueris Ecohart Gerron A. Thompson Forvice Higueny Thompson Ematerial Gib Gilchrist

Bid for gravel contract sparks questions over $70,000 deal

A single bid of $70,000 for a gravel contract draws scrutiny amid allegations of misused funds and related misconduct involving a board member. The report references a possible rentention issue and improprieties linked to a hospital, with unspecified officials implicated.

Erishell Alemiprol Jx Twinair Atuweil Xtral Antonio Austin Date Hospital

Water Softener Ad Promises Softer Hard Water

An old advertisement touts Selo to soften hard water in homes. It claims rings and stains disappear from tubs and dishes, makes water feel softer, boosts soap effectiveness, and offers quick cleaning power for bath tubs and wash basins.

Final Battle for a McKenzie Case Before State Governor

District officials and church leaders pressed Governor Moody to commute the sentence of Melvenzie McKenzie as debates over the case continued. McKenzie remained silent during the final leg of the trip to Montavillo, amid church meetings and appeals from ministers for clemency.

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Cain Assures Moody Boy 1S

The article reports Sincere Cain appealing to Governor Dan Moody for a commutation in the death sentence of Velo Mekouzie, a youth on death row in Texas. It describes Cain's letter dated January 29 and notes Mekouzie’s conversion and behavior in prison as factors influencing potential clemency.

Detectivis Say Street Chester Gruma Dan Moody Austin Officer Street Fle Himnolf John

Miss Bestie Rogers Highlights Endeavor Week

Miss Bestie May Rogers embodies the Christian Endeavor spirit as the organization marks its eighth anniversary with L A members joining in international Endeavor Week activities.

Bestie May Rogers L. A

Stage money leads to arrests in forged check case

Two men identified as Hen Arlen and Walter Hamlen were jailed after waiving a preliminary hearing. Investigators tracked three forged cashier’s checks for 2300 each and $50 000 in stolen bank funds linked to stage productions. Police charged them with forging instruments and conspiracy as detectives pursue the case.

Justice of the Peace Louis Baba Hen ‘Arlen Walter Hamlen Bexar County Junge Wwtt Sno Kime Aon Hniler

Bonds Galore In Arrest Case Captured On Scene

Mayor's investigator F John Long displayed real and counterfeit currency including a $100,000 bond seized from two men arrested locally, highlighting the breadth of the alleged scheme and the scale of the investigation.

John Long

Two Men Detained at Downtown Hotel in Cash Discovery

Police probe opens after two men are taken into custody at a downtown hotel where $7000 in cash was found in their possession. Authorities pursue clues to additional funds and related activity as the investigation proceeds.

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Local Members Take Part in International Fete of Society

Local members join a worldwide fete of the Society during Chelation Endeavor week with hundreds of believers attending services and hoping to boost membership. The opening service occurred Sunday at 3 PM in Madison Square, led by city union leaders. Marguerite Ayoran is noted in an accident. pastors plan special sermons as the effort to recruit youths continues.

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Fragmented OCR satire on prohibition and politics

Disjointed Voice laments prohibition era policy with references to President Hayes and Dr. Lowell. It mentions temperance debates, enforcement failures, and German influence, threading historical figures and schooling into a cryptic critique.

Nancy Miller West Birth Report From Toqal

Milene Deri Sharmista Molkas reports the birth of Nancy Ann Miller in Seattle on Saturday with the mother and infant in good health. The family notes the quiet, relief filled atmosphere and appreciates medical care and support during delivery.

Patis Jan Milbenee Deri Sharmista Molkas Willy Waa Nancy Ann Miller Seattle Malazasa

Death of Empress Nagako’s Father at 35

Prince Kuni, father of Empress Nagako, died at age 35 from stomach ulcers and hemorrhages. He was a general and posthumously promoted to field marshal, honored with the Chrysanthemum necklace for long service to the army.

Tony Nagako Kuni

Factional Clash Over 74 Million Dry Fund Fight

Washington reports detail a heated battle among lawmakers over a 74 million dollar dry fund appropriation. Key figures include Speaker Langworth, Rep Wilkon, Rep Garner, and Rep Dickey as they clash on tax refund powers and treasury policy amid party lines and regional pressures.

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