11 Jul 1922
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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1922
Page
1
Washington reports show federal effort to protect mail and interstate commerce during the railway strike failed to halt mail interference. Inspectors staged expanded outreach across divisions as depots reported mixed conditions, with Missouri lines saying mail trains run while others faced obstructed routes and unclear totals.
Nearly two hundred jitney drivers detained in a crackdown under a new March 1917 ordinance. Arrests followed orders by Maxar Black and actions by local authorities as prosecutors prepare for upcoming court proceedings.
Charges against jitney drivers focus on alleged violations of traffic and zone ordinances. Prosecutions reference passengers in doors and car dome limits, with some cases under the zone rule banning jitneys in the business district. Attorneys dispute whether the ordinance remains in effect, while the mayor asserts authority and the city waits for a ruling.
Paris announced France will keep its experts at Russia talks through the conference. European delegates move to a united front, with specific questions to Russian negotiators on property restitution. The outcome hinges on the next session and telegrams to London and Paris as discussions extend.
Dr. Siebert, a longtime city optometrist, has returned to clinical practice after a hiatus. He resumes patient care at his former clinic, offering comprehensive eye exams and vision services with updated equipment.
In Nouston Texas July 14 the strike by Shay employees continues with both state and federal courts poised. Judge Hubbeson will hear Southern Pacific Vines request for an injunction to stop interference with its trains and ships. North Side residents protested armed guards at the railroad facilities, while city officials say no guards were on company property and a public meeting was planned for strikers to present views.
A junk dealer faced conspiracy to embezzle and steal government property charges after a preliminary hearing. Bond set at 500 dollars for a December term. George Strand Eugene Reyes and Fred B Ward linked to transporting 3000 to 4000 pounds of cable from Kelly Field. Witnesses described meetings at the Southwestern Bell Telephone Company and junk dealer premises. The defense presented limited testimony, noting discussions with a witness and a father’s view on cable price.
A fragmented court report notes a motion by the defendant counsel arguing the government did not present enough evidence. The United States Attorney and Assistant discuss credibility of witnesses and whether the case warrants release.
Washington reports the resignation was received in the capital and effective immediately. James T. Wilkerson was nominated by the president to be federal judge for the Northern Illinois district, replacing a judge who resigned months earlier.
Washington July 12 Francis erty custodian in the Wilson administration and row resident of ha Chemical Mousdatioy brought to Washington today all the records and checks of ls foundation to present to the special grand jury recently empowered to investigate Wir contrasts Guard Unit Prepare for Cantesta Corpus Christi July 11 head quarters compans 141é¢ infantry Texas National Guard will offend the wum tigr equipment at Caiso Abay this Jean nul a meeting will be held Wednesday night for the purpose of organizing various teams necessary to engage Instle sporting dontests to be held at the edinp The oral company is infer the charge of Capt Ray G Starner and is composes of 55 men.
A compact OCR fragment notes forgetfulness about names and fares with vague references to Crackett 4446 and the phrase Never Suncrush, offering little clear context or identifiable events.
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