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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 17, 1928

Page

17

Wright charges of wife and partner in dissolute conduct case

In Santa Cruz, July 10, 1929, Lissil Wright and Olga Milanoff face preliminary hearings in August on charges of land and dissolute conduct. The pair, through their attorney, pleaded not guilty and declined to reveal their whereabouts. Miriam Nort Weight, estranged wife of the architect, is involved in the interior divorce decree proceedings, with Wrightseparation progressing but not finalized.

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Turkish Officers Slain While Accused of Bandit Roles

A Daily Mail dispatch reports Turkish officers at Amgena and Nihad y were shot to death by a motorist who believed the garrison men were bandits pursued by police. The motorist fired at the cars as they sped to his post on the outskirts of the city.

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Anthaenlic Thwid Brings Results for Skin Relief

An unclear ad-like text promises relief from pimples and rashes with a product called D.D. ta heatns tremente. It touts soothing skin and quick relief, claiming to clear staining and reduce irritation, urging a trial at nearby stores.

Suffering of 43 Years Ends After Stomach Trouble Cure

A patient recounts long illness with stomach distress and weight loss at 52 Oxford Street Worcester. She credits a tonic called Pant Tuleo for stomach relief and renewed appetite, noting dramatic improvement in health and energy after treatment. The narrative mentions public endorsements and nearby shops offering the remedy.

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Smith Advised To Master Race In Nomination Debate

July 17 report notes Governor Al Smith weighing timing of a notification before or after Herbert Hoover’s Republican acceptance. Advisors split between delaying to field Republican arguments and using the moment to present views on prohibition and farm relief. Smith plans limited campaign appearances and may stay at the executive mansion or seek nearby retreats while awaiting the keynote speech preparations.

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Chamber Fleets Same Officers Reelects Wade in Texas

At a West Texas Chamber of Commerce directors meeting in Coleman Homer Wade was reelected manager at a 310000 yearly salary with full endorsement for the current staff. The board kept Th My Whittaker as agricultural and exhibit manager Frank Meanet as cold representative A Z Adair as oil and gas bureau manager E W Whitte head as publicity manager and W A Mawkett as traffic manager with no changes.

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Roads May Handle Express Business

An early July note reports express road dealings and potential changes in freight routes as rail interests expand. It mentions a July acquisition, agency actions, and evolving transportation arrangements affecting the midway cannons and future operations.

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Hoover Campaign Set on Prosperity and Management

President Coolidge and Hoover prepare a brisk electoral push on two core planks prosperity and competent government. At a Coolidge White House meeting they planned Aug 12 remarks at Stanford Palo Alto and New York City speeches to rally Republican support. The Hoover team will emphasize active campaigning with high GOP officials and Mrs Hoover joining the westward journey after a seaside rest.

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Straw vote returns in San Antonio presidential race

The Light reports unofficial straw vote results from San Antonio showing sentiment for two presidential hopefuls, Smith and Lorbert Hooper. Final results to be announced tomorrow with figures to be included in the forthcoming edition.

Light Concern San Antonio Smith Lorbert Hooper AML

Theater hero dies fighting flames at crowded venue

Guy Metcalfe, 54, of 3479 Booth Flarey street, attempted to smother burning film in the Plastex theater projection room last Friday. He jumped from a second floor window to escape the blaze, was hospitalized at Robert B Green, and died after a losing battle. The theater and adjacent mezzanine were destroyed by fire.

Guy Metcalfe Tuesias Metenife Will Lames Robert B. Green Hospital

Macedonian Chief Assassinations Linked to Internal Feud

Bulgarian press dispatches from Sofia report the alleged assassination of Tyon Michailoff, longtime leader of the Macedonian revolutionary movement, amid internal quarrels within the organization. The killings follow the death of General Prologopherov, tied by some to the same power struggle.

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Bicycle License Drive Ordered by 8.A. Detective

Detective A Goodman announced a bicycle license drive to enforce licensing for all riders. Escorts of persons failing to license hinder the investigations of the police department when seeking stolen wheels. fines may range from one to fifty dollars for noncompliance.

8.A. Detective A. Goodman

State Renews Ad Valorem Tax Rate at 22 Cents

AUSLIN July 1 UPI The state ad valorem tax rate for revenue purposes was set by the tax board for this year at 22 cents on the $100, three cents less than the previous rate.

UPI State Mutamatic Tax Board

Rescue mission under way for Amundsen party in Arctic Waters

AUSOIA orders new rescue mission as Krassin pounds toward Advent Bay with seven crew rescued from ice and nine from Thy. crude Russian ice breather Muli glu moves to Mako in northern waters under direct instruction. Malikin search area near King Karl's land twenty miles east of Northenet Band reports heavy fog and gale.

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Colleague Quotes Malmgren Criticism During Expedition Reports

Moscow interview excerpts reveal survivor Valin recalling Dr Finn Malmgren criticizing mismanagement. Companions dispute Berated crew and expeitition. Lehouick, a Slovak meteorologist, was saved by a Russian ice-breaker after the crash. Malmgren’s critique centers on delayed rescue and control failures.

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Nineteen Men Including Baronet Held for Cockfighting

Nineteen men including a baronet were freed by court on charges of cockfighting, a royal sport outlawed since 1819. Sir Dom Buchanan Jardine, race horse owner, was among those freed or fined. The event occurred at a fort where a tarred ring and boats surrounded the area.

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Assail Rule in Walker Probe Targets City Corruption

New York petition from Governor Smilin seeks investigation of Mayor Walker over municipal affairs and political corruption. Eleven named allegations include staff bribery payroll graft and alleged patronage in the Bronx and other boroughs. Mentioned are William B. Kenner and a $200,000 expense for hosting guests.

New York Walker Smilin Uy Wueongs Payron Puldinig Sigiplige William B. Kenner

Banker Named to Governor's Staff

Alel Traylor, president of the Wiest imml bank of Chicago, has been appointed aldede-ramyp with the rank of colonel on the staff of Governor Pom J. Sampson of Tentucky.

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178 Bandits Surrender in Nicaragua Reported

Washington reports that 174 Nicaraguan bandits surrendered at Sumetn, as relayed by Rear Admiral Garid F. Sellers commander of the special naval squadron in Nicaraguan waters. The surrender was dated July 15 and carries Navy confirmation.

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Parade in Warrow prompts patriotism flare in Belgium

In Louvaty Belgium July 17 1049 a parade of war victims spurred a patriotic display that led Edmond Morcen to vandalize the rector’s library area at Louisala University. Morcen wrecked a balustrade, reduced barriers, and, armed with a small hammer, threatened nearby workers as police watched.

Louvaty Belgium Edmond Morcen Lousala University Morren Flewish Construction Willers

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