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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1929
Page
9
Mrs Mary Lawrence, an occupant of a car linked to drug distribution, was held as an alleged member of the ring. Authorities disclosed the operation and identified the car as part of the narcotics network. The case centers on law enforcement actions against the suspects and the ongoing investigation.
Cotton eased in early trading as New Orleans futures opened with weaker cables but modest gains later. Prices drifted with slight declines moving into the weekend and July rallied to about 33.03 amid improved demand. Prices for other commodities and bonds showed modest activity while cargoes and acreage estimates remained uncertain.
The Texas Senate and House adjourned until Monday as Republicans struggle to secure enough members to pass funding for departments and educational institutions. Twenty-two members attended the lower house and nine in the Senate, with a three ring arrangement used after quorum was reached. The session, first held on Wednesday, faced repeated adjournments due to a lack of support for the budget from Governor Grey Miller and Speaker W. Hazen. Benatar Gus Russek presided, with Representative Putt Banden assisting.
Readable items show diverse produce listings with prices including potatoes onions peppers carrots and fruit items. The list includes quantities per bushel crate or dozen with several per pound figures and references to commission quotations and regional produce terms.
In a dramatic case at a hospital, doctors used adrenaline to start a newborn heart beating after it stopped during birth. Carbon dioxide and oxygen later restored respiration as nurses and doctors watched anxiously. The infant’s heart began to beat again within ten minutes, strengthening steadily afterward.
The farm board plans a first meeting in Washington around July 15 to reunite membership out west and begin stabilizing agriculture. President Hoover will select members within a week, with Alexander Legge named chairman of the International Ta coaster Company linked group, and a $1.2 million admin fund plus up to $250 million for stabilization. The effort aims to relieve the wheat situation and will likely include dairy industry representation.
A report filed Friday night details thefts from a carpenter shop and a candy company. Tools, a pipe and tools, and a typewriter valued at about 100 dollars were taken. Entry via a side window at Central Candy Company is noted, with no further suspects named.
Convertible bonds declined amid a dull trading day as investors watched leaders and events. Select issues like American Tel Rhone and Southern Pacific softened, while overall volume remained modest and price changes were not dramatic.
Mexico City reports an anti American slate was formed for the forthcoming presidential election in November. The ticket, described as anti gringo, reflects nationalist sentiment and opposition to United States influence.
Fragmented court items show theft, assault and driving charges with multiple defendants and bonds. parallel regional market notes describe wheat futures, foreign exchange rates and commodity updates with mixed gains and losses, including Canadian influence and energy mentions. The piece names several individuals and places across courts and markets, reflecting a chaotic mix of legal action and financial reporting.
H W Jones recalls a San Antonio tale of rapid driving in the transition to horse less carriages. A policeman swore to arrest any driver exceeding 15 miles an hour, pursuing a fugitive who sped toward a telephone pole. A crash ended the chase and the officer returned with his vehicle.
A garbled Chicago tale centers on Alfred Austrian who offered $10,000 to a pro to break 40. After months of failed practice and public mockery, Austrian finally shot a 78, then 17, amid controversy. The crowd pressed why he paid for a win, and he replied for a $3 bet.
A 14 year old boy was arrested Saturday in connection with a razor slash attack on a deputy at 16 San Carlos Street. Deputy J. M. Owser and A. Gignover took the youth into county jail pending investigation.
A Texas man identified as G. I. Brown died at St Joseph's Hospital after a gunshot wound suffered at about 2 a.m. The shooting occurred near the home of Lloyd McFalla, with authorities investigating the incident as a possibly accidental or intentional shooting in the Fort Worth area.
Old time dances and music events listed at Webb’s ballroom Hot Wells and South Gevers, Castenville and Crescent Bend with various orchestras and performers. Ads note dancing to late hours at Midway and St Heilwig hall, plus furniture for sale and assorted community notices.
A cluttered public notice sheet shows marriage licenses, banns, and intent to wed alongside names, dates, and places. Readers see repeated entries for prospective spouses, wedding dates, and issuing offices across multiple localities, with several pairs and observers listed amid mis-spaced OCR text.
Cottago July 6. Tone Maloney, an auction keeper linked to a December 31 killing, was wounded three times by an unknown assailant at Six Fourth Street and Cottaga. Maloney, recently convicted of manslaughter, faces bond and appeal. gunman fled. The shooting followed a cafe confrontation and involved a companion named Tin mun. Police pursue leads as Maloney’s trial looms.
In Texarea na, Ark, Gordon City resident released on a 25000 bond as grand jury action awaits. At a hearing, Tang riders including Simmons testified the fatal shooting of L. Hy mans occurred as the shooting began.
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