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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 30, 1929

Page

6

Northcott father urges son in murder case at Riverside

In Riverside on January 30 1930 Lestimpny of Cyrus Northcott testified for his son Gordon Stewart Northcott urging him to carry on with his own defence on charges of murder Three bars on his ranch near elder Northcott who has been in jail months as a material witness repudiated some statements made to investigate the case when called as a defense witness The petition did not put him on the stand Testimony from the father was expected today after which the youth may place his mother Mrs Sara Louisa Northcott on the stand.

Riverside Cal Cyrus Northcett Gordon Stewart Sbrihcott Northcott A. Oa Sara Louisa Northcott

New Cough Remedy Menthedyne Promises Quick Relief

A posted science claim touts Menthedyne as a breakthrough cough remedy that targets the cough cause. It is presented as a menthol based internal treatment claiming fast relief from coughs, colds, bronchitis, and related symptoms, involving a money back guarantee if not fully improved by morning.

Svery Bodly

Unclear oath marks new loyalty in Miami event

Arsertvan swore allegiance to the United States and asserted independence from her husband’s views while greeting Governor Smith and President Hoover. The passage hints at political tensions and responsibility for the federal government over the next four to eight years, as stressed by a judge.

Arsertvan Uncle Sam Smith Elert Uoever Miami Hoover

Bishop pleads for clemency in McKenzie case

The rector will deliver petitions bearing at least 3186 signatures to Governor Moody on Thursday. Four affidavits from Antonio officers against McKenzie will be withheld from the governor until after clerical calls. Petitioners include members of the Woman’s Club of Son Ave fonts and listed officials and supporters.

Gaye Creor Leust Moody Alss Aninnio Rengie Ely Fin Antonio P. L. Anderson Kan Milonic Austin Sesson Legisla Tory Cunnea Jase Gwen Rilday Tor Harris Duke McCrory McKenzie Herman Tursel Chu T.T. Smith F. Stauffer P. Cunningham Toe Hill Ired J. Maurer

Two Year Sentence For Woman In Forged Check Case

Mrs. Dixie Bryant received a two year term after a Ninety fourth District Court jury found her guilty of possessing and attempting to pass a forged check. Arrested November 13, 1928, she faced three charges of forged instruments and was convicted on one count of intent to pass a forged check for eight dollars. Her husband Charles Bryant testified the check was for carpenter work and she gave notice of appeal.

Dixie Bryant Texas Penitentiars Charles Bryant

Negro Boy Starts Jail Term In Street Collision Case

Hershey Walker of 108 Clairmont Avenue is serving a three month term in Bexar county jail after being found guilty by Judge McCullom Burnsnett of aggravated assault with a motor vehicle. He ran over and seriously injured Mrs. Rose Dy Ane at the corner of Market and Casino streets on December 11, 128. Walker also faces a fine of RW).

Hershey Walker Clairmont Avesnue Netto Delivery Bexar County McCullony Bursnett Rose Dy Ane Datran Cite Water Works Market and Casino Streate Walker

City Fireman and Officer Transferred to Detectives

Fireman J W Lee and Officer Cantu are reassigned from their departments to the city detective force. Fire Commissioner W Vatin notes the move increases the detective staff by one as part of an ongoing reorganization within the police department.

Lee Cantu J. W. Lee Bo Eemin Dphil Vatin Canty Mindy Jet

Grand Jury Returns Indictments in District Court

The grand jury in Thirty-nave District Court Wednesday at noon returned ten indictments and 28 pills were listed in the report from George Allenworth, Tor-man. No gambling or minor cases were included. The grand jury will continue hearings through February.

George Allénxworth Toreman

Despite Firemen Aid, Seven-Year-Old Girl Remains Critical

In Perry Kansas today Margate Brown seven year old girl remains in critical condition as Topeka firemen worked to keep her alive with oxygen therapy seeking to overcome pneumonia. The update notes a light improvement and ongoing treatment to stabilize her. The incident highlights firefighters aiding medical efforts in rural communities.

Perry Kan Margate Brown Topeka

Creager at center of attacks during patronage hearing

The testimony before the Senate committee addresses Creager, a Republican national committeeman, accused of protecting Texas hotels and of linkages to postmastership candidates and campaign funds. Creager denies charges, claims willingness to work with any Wurzbach ally, and says he will not visit Washington soon.

Wurgvoch Creager Washingley Tursday Senate Lloyd Hill Fort Worth Texas Washington Howe Browns [Ville Hill Mlke

Merchants Meet in San Antonio Closes Trade Session

The spring trade season event sponsored by wholesale merchants and the chamber of commerce ended Wednesday at the St. Anthony hotel. More than four hundred visiting merchants from South Texas registered, overseen by Wowell We Jones secretary of the trade extension department. Feagan of Houston and Alex Halff led the luncheon. The program plans include a second showing of the spring fire revue on Monday February 4 at the St. Anthony, followed by a informal dance Tuesday night. San Antonio wholesalers expect to reach over six hundred merchants.

San Antonio Chamber of Commerce St. Anthony Hotel South Texan Wowell We Jones Trade Extension Department Scomber Feagan Houston Alex Halff

Judge Hardy accused of cash payments from Angelus Temple

January report says legislature committee will present evidence that Judge Callns Hardy received cash from Angelus Temple besides a $2500 goodwill offering. It questions impeachment grounds and alleges the evangelist circle led by Aimee Semple McPherson was involved.

Los Angelus Callns Hardy Angelus ‘Temple Jurist Aimee Semple Methervon ix Angelus Cemple

Presbyterians and Methodists to discuss church merger

Presbyterians and Methodists Will Discuss Merger note talks planned after Tulsa assembly approval. Pittsburgh delegates gathered as Methodist Episcopal leaders pressed for union with the United States Presbyterian Church, signaling possible joint action.

Presbyterians Methodists Titlhpeirg Methodist Episcopal Church of America Presbyterian Church United States of America Pitsburg Wittsburg Presbyterian General Assembly Tulsa O.M Edwin Hughes Methodist Episcopal Church

Forward San Antonio Movement raises funds for campaign

The chamber of commerce backed effort seeks $180,000 to finance activities at 4120. Campaign director Paul R. Harvey announced progress as workers reported $24,000.07 raised at opening, with a second lunch at the Vaca hotel. George D. Campbell and others presented reports.

Chamber of Commerce San Antonio Ober Paul R. Harvey American City Bureau of Chicago Vaca George D. Campbell General Sales Army Youngs C. Crook N. H. King

Hoover Busy with Inaugural Work as Wind Delays Fishing

President elect Herbert Hoover misses fishing due to strong winds and rain squalls along the gulf coast. He spends his time drafting his vast correspondence and his inaugural speech while the weather keeps him from the fishing grounds.

Wind Hoover Ee Isle Miami Heach Fin Colt Herbert Hoover Gulf Mgr. Hoover

Nekedah Temple No 44 to Install Officers Thursday Night

Installation ceremonies for Nekedah Temple No 44 Daughters of the Nile take place at 8 o clock Thursday night at St Anthony. Bertie Davis is queen and Laura Mr Simpson records the event with charge noted.

Nekedah Temple No Daughters of the Nile St. Anthony Inter Bertie TY. Davis Laura Mr. Simpson Cherge

Sleuth Slain Mystifyingly in Willimantic Case

County detective William D. Jackson, a famed criminal investigator and former rider, was found shot at his home in Willimantic. His wife and daughter discovered the body after returning from Store Lab, about an hour after he sat reading at the kitchen table. A bullet entered the right cheek and exited toward the brain, police noted.

Willimantic Conn William D. Jackson Torluys

Crescent Valley Creamery to Open San Antonio offices

The Crescent Valley creamery expands into San Antonio with local representatives A L Butler, aligning with chamber of commerce views by Sidney Kring on trade territory growth. Farmers in Cuero territory formed the creamery in 1995, expanding regional reach miles away.

San Antonio Sidney Kring Chamber of Commerce Crescent Valley A. L. Butler Cuero

National Y M C A Speaker Addresses College and Hotel Staff

Dr John H H Clifford a member of the National Y M C A spoke at Draughon’s Business College in New York City on Wednesday and addressed students and Southern Hotel Company employees at noon. The business opportunities column in light classified ads lists various profitable ventures and classifications.

Coltamin

Tafolla Sr Re-elected Leader Of Sons Of America

James Tafolla Sr. was reelected president of the Order of Sons of America at a meeting held in the new club room at 1001 Blarket aieat. Officers elected include J Rodriguez as first vice president, J D anti as second vice president, A A Garcia as treasurer, J Solsona as secretary, Charles Albidres as assistant secretary, A G Herrera as financial secretary, Leonel Suarez as guide, Juan Castillo as watchman, Fernando Contreras as sentry, and Charles Aguirre as voter.

James Tafolla Sr Order of Sons of America J. ©. Rodriguez First View J .Danti A. A. Garcia J. Solsona Charles Albidres A. G. Herrera Leonel Suarez Juan Castillo Fernando Contreras Charles Aguirre

Temple Beth El Men's Club Elects Directors

The newly organized Temple Beth El Men's Club will elect a board of directors at a meeting on February 12. Officers named include Jack Pitlek president Tr A Brown vice president Albert Seligman secretary Max Tloseman treasurer and Joe Stradi sergeant at arms.

Termyple

Francis Funeral Being Arranged for Louis I Francis

Francis 68 died at Iden hospital Tuesday. He was an engineer on the SM. Ky railroad for four years and had lived in San Antonio 23 years. Survived by widow Mary, two daughters Mrs Earnest Hawkins of San Antonio and Mrs D W Beavers of Houston, and son Charles Francis of Silver City NM.

Louis I. Francis Iden SM. Ky ‘U San Antonio Mary Francis Earnest Hawkins D. W- Beavers Hotston Charles Francis Silver City N. M

Death Revolt Heads Report From Madrid Area

Rumors from Ciudad Real say several death sentences were passed after a military operation tied to yesterday’s artillery rout. An artillery general believed to be the ringleader fled toward the Portuguese frontier. Madrid troops under General Orbas occupied the main city scene to restore order as soldiers from the capital began to return.

Madrid Ciudad Real Orbas

Court Order Bars Ousting of Booth Without Hearing

In London a chancery court order granted today by Justice Eve prevents depose and elect successors to Gen Bramwell Booth until after a council meeting where Bramwell Booth and supporters may be heard. The division includes Salvation Army officials and a pending hearing. Also noted is a divorce case: Minna Sanchez versus Andres Sanchez.

Booth London

Man loses teeth when hit by car near school

Robert Thompson of Hy Han Antonio suffered multiple tooth loss after a car struck him Wednesday while crossing near Mark Twain Junior School at the corner of San Eden and West Maisands. Police reported the incident occurred as he crossed the street. no further injuries were mentioned.

Robert Thompson Han Antonio Mark Twain San Eden West Maisands

Flu remedy advised as dose schedule card

A historical note recommends taking 666 for influenza in specified doses every three hours until bowel effects, then three times daily. As prevention, two to three times daily is advised. The text claims 666 was among the most effective remedies during the last flu epidemic.

Indigestion From Stomach Acids Highlights Remedies

A distorted historical notice explains indigestion caused by excess hydrochloric acid in the stomach. It describes symptoms such as burning, nausea, bloating, and discomfort, and warns against unsafe remedies while urging proper treatment with suitable antacids.

Owen Bray Singresia Loka & Teeupoontul Paws Faye Celine Tidewetlene Eucesreeth Thadnanen Heovlt BSG

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