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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1929
Page
7
Joseph Stewart, assistant to the postmaster general and aide to the attorney general, died at his Washington home after a lengthy illness identified as malaria. The report notes treatment options and health claims for malaria remedies, offering old tonic suggestions and cautions on usage.
Atlanta July 1. The charge that organized mocraments sought to curtail public education dominated the National Edn cudled association convention. Dr A W Tompkin, president of the association, told University of Georgia students at Athens that only one of the last 12 state legislatures showed sincere support for public education. He warned lawmakers’ backward swing would lead to deplorable conditions and urged teachers to fight the plans of enemies of educational progress.
A fast patrol boat of the U S border patrol known as the Gray Ghost exploded in the Detroit River about a half mile south of Axibansader bridge during a test run. Two mechanics aboard escaped unhurt after abandoning ship and were picked up by a second customs craft. Local authorities investigated the blast to locate the engine source.
Old Cattle Trails of Texas reviews wandering editor antics in San Antonio and Alice with humorous tales of peach cobbler and trails. It also highlights ranch plans in Crystal City, a car near-miss with livestock, a Bell County stock law vote, and a portrait of Jim Nutt who runs a seasonal sheep cycle on a 5000 acre range.
Army orders list Brig. Gen. George S. Simonds as part of a board to recommend caliber for a semi automatic rifle. Dozens of officers and soldiers across the U S Army are noted for transfers, hospital assignments, and promotions from Panama to Washington to the Philippines and beyond. Many individuals are named with ranks and stations including Fort Benning Fort Meade Letterman Hospital Panama Fort Bragg and Fort Sam Houston.
Ad copy promotes Fourth of July fireworks from a large Texas retailer. It pitches seasonal merchandise and urges readers to visit in person at 101 South Flores, tying brand to dramatic displays and a local color appeal.
Abner Flowers of Ozark Alabama was today awarded the Distinguished Service Medal by the War Department. The citation notes his actions at Cote-du-Ghâtillon on October 15 1918 where he reorganized battalions after their commander fell and personally fed the completion of the attack. He later led a recon in force and halted a counterattack by directing his forces to the advance, effectively crippling the enemy.
SACHAMENTO Calif July 1977 Two passengers were burned to death when an inlicensed airplane with a contact pilot fell 300 feet and burst into flames near here The pilot escaped with minor injuries Wilkinson 45 and Charles Wilson 18 his stepson were the victims Roger Martin the pilot attempted to pull his two passengers from the burning wreck but was unable due to the intensity of the fire Martin said the plane had been losing altitude and he had tried to land in a vacant field
A vintage ad claims Zemo banishes itching and soothes skin. It promises swift relief from itching, reduces infection risk, and helps skin return to normal. Historical copy cites 20 years of use clearing up pimples and other issues, with price one dollar and a half.
Manchester Guardian reports that editor and managing director P. Scott has announced his resignation after years at the helm and has invited his son E. F. T. Reutt to succeed him. The move follows a long tenure and signals a planned transition in leadership.
Nashville reports a new biennium begins with the treasury blocked as Comptroller Fegar Graham refuses to pay state funds while the Supreme Court decides the Bee appropriation law. Noah Cooper sues, claiming the act unconstitutional after Governor Henry Horton signed it on Sunday amid a general assembly session. Lower courts uphold the act, appeals halted.
SAN FRANCISCO July 1 The Examiner reports negotiations ongoing between Dollar Steamship Company and Goodyear Zeppelin for an trans Pacific dirigible service. Stanley Dollar, president of the company, said several conferences with Goodyear Zeppelin officials occurred and no pact yet reached. If realized the first service would likely run between San Francisco and Hawaii.
This article notes the brief Liberty for Trio episode ending early Saturday when three youths were captured at the state reformatory. Names include Alexander, 20, Sedgwick County. Williams, 21, Douglas County. and Joseph Davis, Weandotte. Pedigreed pets and various vaccines are offered in the Classified Section.
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