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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1928
Page
1
ABrisbane summary reflects tensions in Mexico with Obregon’s murder and Calles rising, fearing dictatorship amid conservative and foreign capital influence. The piece critiques radical groups, army involvement, and the fragile push through Congress, while noting Rockefeller, Kellogg, and Chamberlain in global reaction to postwar events.
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Obregon faction moves to push a transitory article through Congress to extend President Calles term for two more years. They argue a constitutional amendment is needed to keep Calles in office, while plans include a congressional session soon to finalize the measure. Obregon allies hold a majority and control the chamber as the issue advances.
Rebels attacked a train near Mexico City, injuring several and attempting robbery. Federal troops drove off the assailants after a prolonged clash. passengers, including Americans, escaped with minor injuries as the train derailed and cars tumbled.
Four New York millionaires narrowly escape serious injuries after a Fairchild airplane carriage crashes in Spachtaton Nebraska. The craft struck a group of trees, tore through branches, and plummeted about fifty feet to the ground, leaving the men and their party shaken but unharmed. The report names Willian Curliss, Ter nird Ginthel, Chores V. Robb, Samos Me Tueh, and Samuel V. Pryor among the occupants.
An explosion heard in four counties wrecked a fireworks storehouse in GCALESTADT early today with no injuries reported. Investigators and emergency crews rushed to the scene as residents described a loud blast and lingering smoke.
Justice Goltz ordered destruction of slot machines seized in a civil docked case. Chief Milner, police chief, executed the order last Thursday. A list of fines was reported last Monday, but no record shows fines or destruction completed. Boltz and Newton were not available for comment.
Mayor outlines ongoing police reorganization plans amid questions on timing and staffing. He vows to pursue changes despite criticism and delays, saying the city must hire the right officers even if it takes months.
The Tally Wixprosd reports that Sir Myga Qualitte Owmninl spurned an American bid of 600000 dollars for his horse Falstead, winner of this year’s Derby. The sale was not pursued and Falstead remains in the ownership of Sir Myga Qualitte Owmninl.
A large-scale observance at Fort Sam Houston marks Emilio Carranza’s nonstop flight from New York to Mexico City. Maj. Gen. Frederick Fiviston and numerous U S Army officers attend as a ceremonial display with troops from the Second Division, Fort Sam Houston, and nearby fields. The event honors Carranza’s legacy and features military horse equipment and parade elements, directed by Brig. Gen. Mfarold Viske. The ceremony aims for a concise, dignified tribute with no speeches or religious rites.
The funeral train bearing the body of Capt. Emilio Carennza travels to his native land. In the rear car, shades are drawn as mourners recall his service to both nations. A bronze basket draped with US and Mexico flags carries the fallen idol’s remains, with a cinched airliner fuselage in the baggage car hinting at his final journey.
An applicant seeks a federal injunction to allow absentee voting in the Bexar county Democratic primary. Joseph Wimberley contends negro exclusion from the July 23 primary violates the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Amendments, asking Texas officials to be restrained from blocking his ballot. The case names Yorke and Weber as defendants and notes the dispute arises from actions by the county chair and the state executive committee.
Two men believed to be part of the payroll robbery gang that struck the San Antonio Light payroll and later tied to Dallas robberies were en route to Dallas in custody of guards. Shreveport officers arrested them after a confrontation with a woman and a police officer.
The article notes Smith and Hoover leading in a Texas primary with a statewide vote tally. Smith reportedly secured 603 votes to Hoover's 247 as ballots arrived from major cities and small towns across the state. The totals reflect all votes cast up to the Wednesday deadline.
Mayor Chambers announced a probe into the Stahl shooting on Wetmore Road following a Tuesday night incident near Werbert Stahl a resident wounded when allegedly advancing on City Superintendent Ware Parks with an automobile crank Beall officers said sought Parks credential during a traffic stop and the mayor noted state law on uniforms applies only to traffic officers.
In Thitchinton County the state reopens its suit to recover 419 acres of oil producing land. The case seeks restitution for oil produced by defendant companies. The Thursday hearing in district court proceeded after defense arguments.
Col. Chardon A. Lindbergh arrived by automobile and stayed in seclusion with friends near Lake Tahoe after resting in Hillsborough California. The famous flier continues his quiet period following a taxing schedule.
Hi McGlasson of Waco was elected president of the Texas Wholesale Fruit and Vegetable Dealers association at the closing session of the fourteenth annual convention in Spa.
Lone man abducted Miss Rhea Lawrence 20 from her home in Rome in a nighttime theft. Texas studio proprietor S. W. Meyerhardt, 100 West Houston street, forced to drive to a rural area near Waring 45 miles away. He was bound with baling wire and ordered to march into trees while the kidnapper planned a robbery. Lawrence later escaped, driving the car to Commerce and Presa, colliding with a Southland man’s vehicle. She was hospitalized with injuries. police seek the abductor and suspect motive tied to a bank holdup.
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