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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1928
Page
11
The narrator endures a late night as a guest drinks heavily and memories blur. He struggles with guilt and a mounting sense of danger while companions push him toward staying. A cab ride ends a chaotic sequence, with the scene breaking off as the page continues on Page 6.
An advertising manager at Bim's store recounts a humorous incident where a shopper asked for mules but the clerk misinterpreted and directed her to Bracken Ridge Park instead. The mix up arose from a misread request and led to an amusing moment in the store.
Obregon leads as Mexico tallies votes in a presidential race where Alvaro Obregon is the sole leading candidate. Reports place his early totals around 220,000 with about 110,000 from several districts, according to Enrique Santanhez, the San Antolin general counsel.
The Antonie chapter national aviation group will host visiting flier Autonia across a South city tour. The party arrives Saturday after a Dallas to Detroit leg with stops at Wico lunch and AUSLIs. Events include Mexican dinner at the San Antonio Country Club and a Texas Theater midnight show before flights move on to Fort Worth.
Two men suspected of desertion were reported in a drunken state Tuesday morning. They allegedly drank heavily and were found in a barroom area, tied to a tree in the Munecy area near the T100 block. Authorities are investigating the incident.
A man identified as Te Vepiten of Rast Cam merce was taken to a local hospital Monday after his left leg was broken in a street collision. The driver of the car, a Black man, was charged with negligent driving.
An early morning air tour launch from the municipal airport heads to Tulsa. Pilots including Tan Te Robertson and Phoebe Fairyave Omlic fly in biplanes and monoplanes. Contenders such as Solin Wood of Fees Ohin and Charles Wy Meet display points toward standings as the national event begins.
San Antonio merchants are urged to beware unauthorized solicitors and unmailthed publications. The Legion national convention bureau reports merchants have been contacted by individuals posing as Legion representatives seeking advertising for fictitious publications.
A reminiscence recalls San Antonio’s past with 24 000 population, multiple languages in stores, six dollar wages, and horse traffic in Military Plaza. The courthouse stood on Roledad between Hywalen and Commerce as gunfire and killings touched daily life.
Col M L Crimmins begins a search for Joseph Sheedy aged 30, reportedly residing in several towns. The inquiry, led by Col Martin de Cumming, focuses on a relative of Sheedy and mentions prior movements toward Borger and Roxana, Texas.
A burglary occurred at a downtown cafe with thieves entering the premises. An occupant identified as Mrs. Jack Alston at 200 Maetin Street sustained injuries and later died, with police noting a struggle and attempted concealment. Details remain unclear as investigators pursue leads.
Thousands from across Texas planned trips to San Antonio for the Fourth of July celebration. Regional Missouri-Kansas-Texas lines offered special rates from many Texas points to San Antonio through Katy for the weekend travel surge.
Dr W A Swing city health physician warns of Germ hazards from fireworks and rocket injuries as crowds celebrate the Fourth of July. He urges care to prevent burns and wounds and notes wind and mishaps cause injuries from exploding firecrackers while urging safer celebrations.
A local auto firm reported that several cars were found stripped of accessories in a Trent Street area. Police say the vehicles were parked along the roadside, with evidence indicating theft of rims radios and other fittings. Authorities urged witnesses to come forward.
The piece outlines historical rules in San Antonio banning women from wearing men’s clothing and the public confusion over such restrictions. It notes statutes and city ordinances touching disguise and attire, the revival of beliefs about women’s dress, and questions why laws targeted male attire for women.
B Ferguson was fined SA in Corp genetics Court by Judge Toby F Onion on a charge of disturbing the peace after Patrolman Thrinnn testified she tried to fire him when he went to Sandmeyer Street. Neighbors reported noise since February 4.
Police seek a man in connection with Francisco Castillo's death after two shots to the head. A .38 caliber pistol was found at the scene near Rosito and Tampico streets during a San Patricio retreat. authorities questioned a suspect Tuesday as part of the investigation.
Police hunt an unmasked robber after a night-time incident in Fort Worth. A young white man, last seen fleeing, is the prime suspect. authorities possess a brief description and are pursuing leads as the city investigates the $20 loot and the robber’s escape route.
The report suggests Ong Kyo Coynahy believes they can pass foe Maury Mryerek to reach the title. Officials note potential strategy shifts as players anticipate a close finish with a high chance of victory.
Democratic leaders pursue ruling on whether Standefer may appear on primaries ballot for state legislature from Vince No district. Weber seeks official guidance as county filing deadline looms June 8, with clerical rulings directing candidate rules for county and district offices.
Haile named president of the Builders' Club following the annual election. Rose Tavener tangent president TS MeN, nul Ge W. Mitchell named vice presidents. Condon 34 renaucer and Sid They F. Cornielins named secretaries. Executive committee includes J. %. MacManus, Joe Dean, and Oliver Raw felle.
Dr. Mann Mueller, the chancellor, submitted the program of the new cabinet to the Reichstag today. The program’s nature indicates the government does not regard itself as a makeshift but is determined to cooperate with the Reichstag for a full term.
A mangled OCR fragment lists numerous personal names and street addresses including John McGee 851 Nolan Street and 125 Tercentro, E., Brown 1470 North Alamo, Ferdy Leehin 208 Whatton ayer mite, Kadie Anshire, Miss Vinla Meld Hagen 15 El canoe avenue, Raymond Duos 503 Cedar street, Lillkin Ciley 1009 Vinsby avenue, and Vicint Mobbin 2993 Saunders avenue.
Maury Maverick was sent to the Democratic convention in Houston without an official ticket and he secured a front row seat near the keynoter's platform. He claimed the coveted title of “One-Hype Community” as he navigated the event and its crowd dynamics.
An improvising correspondent recalls slipping into a convention press area, dodging guards, and mingling with luminaries such as Bill McIntosh and Henry Mencken. He describes scrambling for tickets, losing funds, and finally reaching the press box, amid a chaotic crowd and scattered security.
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