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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1929
Page
6
A man accused in a Mexico linked operation faces three Dean Law charges: possession of alcohol, possession of equipment for manufacture, and manufacturing alcohol. He defended prohibition by arguing many indulge despite laws and urged education over enforcement while a wife describes their long, comfortable life and the family’s hopes.
A fragmented article describes a travertine deposit and urges its value for national needs. It recounts a dramatic bull fight featuring a male bull and a large lion in a ring, with onlookers reacting strongly. The piece then shifts to remarks by Dickson on equipment, fermentation, and good liquor making, defending clean production and condemning filth. It details a two story white house tied to the Dicksons, a nursery, an adopted daughter, and a granddaughter visiting Spain, while neighbors offer help and discuss unsettled conditions.
Ninevirens crowd witnesses a dramatic scene as Wing Koo and her husband face arrest tied to a sweeping opium scheme. Investigators seek the names behind the American drag peddling ring while Mrs Kady faces potential mercy in exchange for information. Deputies inventory barrels bottles and distillery equipment in a quiet wing room as residents discuss the unfolding case.
A San Antonio annexation survey details multiple segments including Conrepclon to Somerset with 32 additions and five county blocks, Woodruff avenue to South Presa street with nine additions and ten county blocks, and separate surveys covering Woodlawn Hills, Kelly and Trigneenfield Kelly Park, Los Angeles Heights Park Hill estates, Bluchannel Hills to Terrell Hills area, and Terrell Hills Northtrae addition.
Hartman questioned witnesses about illicit liquor at the club while manager Rolla Estes testified he did not allow open bottles but admitted guests brought liquor. Prosecution referenced a 1927 padlock order. Estes described low profits and efforts to keep patrons from leaving, culminating in the club's closure after a raid and negotiations with owner Charles Schuminth.
Deputies led by Sheriff Newton raid Hugh Dickson's West Huisache residence uncover a sprawling illicit distillery. Five 100 gallon stills, 315 gallons of whiskey, and multiple fermenters are found in a lavishly furnished suite described as one of the most sanitary distilleries seen. Dickson faces liquor possession and manufacture charges. bond set at 300 dollars.
The Willard hotel on Pennsylvania Avenue near Whitt Hourr in Washington has been sold by Boomer Dupoul Properties to a group led by manager Frank S. Hight. The historic hotel, central to public and private events for over a century, will transfer ownership to its own management group.
Sheriff Newton leads a liquor raid uncovering counterfeit labels on Bacardi rum Old Crow and Canadian Club bottles, hundreds of gallons of wine in the basement, and empty purses used for liquor deliveries. Prohibition officers seize samples and prepare to seek trials in Stile courts. grand jury may be delayed.
An old advert extols Man's Black Lotion for mouth cleaning. It urges a dental test after brushing to reveal foreign matter from teeth and claims the product, sold at drug stores for 35 cents, will lead to a amazingly clean mouth and general health.
The Texas Senate approved a $250,000 appropriation for extra land around the Alamo Tuesday morning after conference committee revisions restored the item. On motion by Senator W A Williamson the chamber reconsidered and approved the measure with a single dissenting vote, sending it to the House for approval after prior defeats.
Funeral services for Marilyn Joree infant daughter of Rev and Mrs D J Rice of Yoakum were held from the family residence with Rev B C McDonald pastor of the First Baptist church officiating. Interment was in Oak Grove cemetery.
Major Roy Brown returns to Kansas after a visit at Kelly Field. He left San Antonio by train Tuesday morning for his home station at Port Leavenworth. Brown, formerly the 26 engineering officer at Kelly Field, ferried a pursuit plane to the local field for training use.
Deputies from the sheriff’s office nabbed a man suspected of prowling in the 200 block of Regine early Tuesday after a mile chase. He was lodged in the city jail pending removal to Bexar County jail and will undergo a mental examination. Neighbors said the man had been prowling the area for about an hour, peering into windows. The suspect, who stated Missouri residence, was confronted by Deputies E. H. Talbert and J. Dominguez near Edna Cateron’s home at 208 Regino Street around 2 p.m. The arrest followed a high alert neighborhood reaction as the man fled on foot.
Philadelphia report states two navy air men landed safely after the front part of their motor and the propeller fell away during parachute testing at Rayyari field.
A bold claim describes a science backed remedy that ends corns and calluses with a single drop. It supposedly dulls pain within three seconds and then dries and loosens the hardened skin, freeing the affected area.
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