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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1929
Page
1
A fragmented article debates Mr. Rockefeller as a mayoral candidate arguing against a broad automobile free list to protect American wages and industry. It cites financial figures, praise for Rockefeller, remarks on Morgan and Ford era figures, and hints at a York church scene and a bank expansion by George F. Bakery. The piece gestures toward political strategy and public policy amid a chaotic, dealer-like commentary.
Weather update notes strong winds and cool temperatures across states. Expect partly cloudy skies on Wednesday and Thursday with gusty easterly winds along the coast. West Texas shows mostly cloudy to partly cloudy conditions with slim chances of showers and cooler highs. A tourist weather advisory is issued for travelers.
Rocky Mount N C July 10 From 40 to 60 persons were injured some seriously when a northbound Atlantic Coast Line train derailed two miles north of Enfield Five said to be seriously injured were taken to Atlantic Coast Ling hospital as authorities prepared for more The wreck occurred on what is known as Raffels Swamp and trainmen said it was due to sunk wink in the track The first five cars passed over then four Pullmans left the track and rolled into a swamp Engineer T F Petthy said the train was traveling about five miles an hour and the track halted due to a hot day There were varying reports on the number of people in the derailed cars but virtually every person needed aid and careful treatment was reported
Culver City July 14 the Angeleno piloted by Loren Mendell and FR. Bi Reinhart continued flight tests. The plane circled the airport overnight awaiting a planned midair refueling of about one hundred gallons of greoline. Ground crews stayed alert for any emergency, which did not materialize.
Bexar county sence representative P. D. Anderson and Mayor G. M. Chambers argued for advancing an Alamo purchase bill to create a state park around the Alamo. The measure, vetoed by Governor Dan Mealy, was reintroduced with Anderson asserting city support and predicting Moody's third-term bid.
Mexico City July 16. President Emilio Porres Gil issued a decree declaring the National University autonomous and free from government control. A mixed committee of teachers students and graduates will manage it. The measure takes effect within days after publication, likely ending seven weeks of student strikes.
Cap. Charles Kingsford Smith completed a long Pacific crossing arriving at Croydon after landing from Rome, finishing the last leg of a flight between Sydney and England. The aviator touched down at Croydon Airport in the afternoon.
Oh Where Are Our Heroes reports a garbled note about a journey from League City to Houston involving figures named G Bart and L BR Rose Texas. The text mentions croquet and a plan toward Old Broadway with unclear dates and missing mayor appointments after leaving League City.
Senator Tom Connally urged President Hoover to reexamine wheat congestion in the southwestern ports. He cited 176,000,000 bushels of grain tied up along the coast from Ke ng to Galveston, hindering ship traffic. Connally said the blockage stems from the market abroad, not a domestic shortage.
The bulletin from the Central Weather Bureau predicts rain for Hast and West Texas on Thursday while San Antonio remains dry. Temperature is expected to rise despite cloudy skies. Texas cotton condition is generally good though recent rains delayed picking.
Governor Moody received the board of pardons report on Harry J. Leahy's bid to commute his death sentence for the murder of Dr. J A Ramsey of Mathis. Leahy's fate hinges on a decision due Friday.
New York July 10. United States Steel Corp reports unfilled tonnage for June at 4,256,010 tons, down from 4,801,467 tons on May 31. April 4,410,718. March 4,582,000. January figures not fully clear.
Deputies serving an eviction writ at 1085 East Commerce Street confronted Olga Black and Ferdinand Black at Manu Facturing Co. A window was forced, plates and duplicating dies seized when Olga allegedly fired a shot. Judge Robert W. B. Terrell issued the writ. officers could not identify the property and found the plant locked when returning Tuesday.
Four men were killed and another badly injured in an explosion at Milfizen raining pit in Blaenanon Wales. Rescue squads worked to reach miners trapped in the pit as workers from nearby areas joined the effort amid ongoing danger.
Swedish aviator Albin Ahrenberg left Reykjavik today en route to Greenland continuing his improvised flight from Sweden to the United States. The leg follows his earlier hops as part of the same unconventional journey.
Two killed and hundreds injured as New Orleans streetcar operators strike. Upper photo shows rioters throwing bricks at a trolley car while a sympathy striker fights with a worker below. Threats of a general strike were made.
In New Orleans a general walkout affecting about 45 000 workers is threatened if New Orleans Public Service Inc continues its policy toward the Carmen's union. Governor Huey P Long and Mayor Arthur J O Keefe invited to address a mass meeting as unions vote to strike. United States Marshals ready 250 special deputies to enforce a federal injunction. Rioting last week damaged cars and track. conciliators from Washington pursued talks with company city and union officials.
The American aviators Capt Lewis A. Vanes and Roger Q. Williams began a long flight from Old Orchard Maine toward Rome. They aimed to reach Ciampino air field before nightfall after a fuel shortage forced yesterday’s halt near Albericia. They faced fatigue and mechanical strain but pressed on despite rough conditions.
New plans for Caleston Josdge Street extend over private land without infringing the San Antonio River. Co W Penstermacher says proposals will be submitted to the mayor and city commission within days. The project would be the most expensive for local property owners yet. The street will follow river ramification after land rights are settled. City has $100,000 for the project held for plan approval by both sides.
TOKIO July 10 Thirty deaths were reported from Rey Foshima prefectory after a landslide struck the coastal city during the night sweeping away fishing village homes. Rescue efforts continue as authorities assess the extent of the disaster and warn residents to avoid unstable areas.
District Attorney Laroor Seeligsan announced a special grand jury will be convened in late July to handle wife and child desertion cases filed since desertion was made a felony. Assistant district attorney Fred N. Coren reported more than 100 cases awaiting action.
Paris July 10 delegates vote 14 to 4 with five abstentions to adopt a report on the Mellon Herenger accord. The text carries reservations stating the agreement clashes with the government policy.
A formal motion seeking a delay in the murder trial of Judae Howard Snook was filed in Columbus on July 1, with a confused deputy and Thora Hr noted in the docket.
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