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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 29, 1937

Page

2

Edwards Murder Case to Go to Grand Jury

Constables and the district attorney's office said they have a strong case in the slaying of Motorcycle Falleman A. A. Edwards and expect to present 16 to the grand jury today or Monday. Assistant District Attorney Paul J. Kilday stated preparations, while Chief Deputy Constable Duke Carver noted a suspect’s statement conflicting with a key alibi. Baker admits two holdups but denies involvement in the fatal shooting.

A. A Edwards Paul J. Kilday Duke Carver Donald Deck Baker Johnie Walker Vaughn Carver Vaughn Ag Aaying

Baker-Tied-Up Plan Tells of 1930s Dallas Killings

Baker, a Houston man, recounts a complex theft and murder plot tied to Vaughn, detailing disguises, hijackings, and a fatal shooting of Officer Edwards on January 16. He described kidnapping schemes, the duo’s jail histories, and the sequence leading to the death car pursuit. Vaughn denies full involvement, admitting some gunfire but contesting Baker's role.

Moaning Mate 2hen's Fair and Family Struggles

In a distressed scene, Hermina Vaughn describes her fear for her newborn daughter and defends her husband Johnny Vaughn while detailing a troubled family situation. She recalls pressure from a man named Donald Baker and notes attempts to keep him away as authorities pursue an Edwards case suspect and a $1200 reward grows. The interview reveals a mother’s turmoil, concern for her baby, and uncertainty about justice.

Johnny Walker Vaughn Edwards Babe Cridé Dole Domnie Tahonie Baker Jolmhie

Musical director signed for Arts and Models extravaganza

A Edward Bukerlend, who recently directed Paramount's Champagne Waltz, was signed to direct the elaborate musical extravaganza Arts and Models, to be produced by Lewis Gensler. The move pairs Bukerlend with a major project after the Zukor Silver Jubilee effort.

A. Edward Bukerlend Paramount Adolph Zukor

Turn Off the Moon film gears up under Para Mourt director

Para Mourt signs to steer the production of Turn Off the Moon a new film from York studios with Lewis Seller as long director in charge and Mildred Harrington credited as the story source while Misa Fanehion will produce the project expected to showcase a core box office potential through this collaboration.

Lewis Seller Ine York Para= Mourt Mildred Harrington Misa Fanehion

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