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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1928
Page
1
A clipped, opinion heavy piece discusses imperialists and war risks, arguing that capitalist powers push for conflict while Russia’s factional strife grows. It mocks Hoover’s health, notes educators and donors, and recalls historical scenes from Paris and Dimba.to, ending with a fragmented note on American slavery’s past.
Forecast calls for partly cloudy skies tonight with a temperature around fourteen degrees. Winds from the south or southwest remain moderate. Saturday will be mostly cloudy with a chance of light rain and cooler highs.
A. pays tribute to Carranza or refuses rehearing for Mrs. Rosa Muzquiz of San Antonio, aunt of the dead hero. Services were held at the municipal auditorium.
Local officials Burke Weber Toansher and others filed for an injunction to prevent denial of ballot casting rights in the Democratic primary. The suit targets Wimberley’s petition and argues state and party bodies need not be parties. observers and counsel will attend hearings in Texas counties as the case unfolds.
Jurors in the Sunday trial at Kenedy continue deliberations after a long session. Norman Lun day, a Kenedy marshal, faces indictment linked to a firearms case. The trial opened yesterday with testimony about a shooting incident involving a Wenedy night watchman.
Customs agents seized a Rel Cross liner Nerissa in New York with a million dollar cargo of prewar rye whiskies. The confiscated goods were reported to be stored in Inigo barrels and believed to be worth retail value around one million pounds. The Nerissa arrived in Brooklyn yesterday.
Detectives Frank Vogler and Fred Lilllepage arrested eight people at a San Carlos street house on Friday. One person was charged with selling liquor, and the others, all pedestrians, were charged with vagrancy.
Federal Judge Charles Simony and the Detroit Toledo and Iron County line faced a $20,000 penalty for violating the Filkins law by failing to collect demurrage charges. The ruling cites the railroad's violation of shipping fee requirements.
Scott Sydney, noted American film producer, dies after an incident in a hotel here. He had been discussing an upcoming comedy project with a suitor when the event occurred. Local authorities placed the hotel under investigation.
In a political clash over the July 28 Democratic gubernatorial primary, four clergy and Blake want Senator Thomas Love's name on the ballot. Justice W S Ply blocked a rehearing. Love’s attorney Sam Spears says the matter will go to the state supreme court. In New Orleans Obregon assassination cables from Mexico claim Catholic clergy appear responsible. the Mexican president cites sympathy for Obregon’s murder.
Miss Eleanor Smith, sister of Miss Francis Smith, dean of girls at Main Avenue Vils School, was rescued from a Paris conservatory fire after being trapped on a fifth floor. Firemen saved her as her sister’s status was reported by weather reports. another relative, Oliver Deaton, died from smoke.
Mexico City July 20 Approximately forty persons may face the death penalty for the assassination of President Obregon. A young art student, Jose de Leon Toro, and accomplices will stand trial at once with a guilty verdict likely to mean execution by firing squad. Officials promise due process to avoid outside criticism. Religious leaders voice deep concern over charges of direct clergy involvement by Calles and Police Chief Fertucho.
A New York beggar, claiming a hidden $20,000, boasted of wealth as he was arraigned for soliciting on workers' way to their jobs. Magistrate Simpson sent him to the workhouse for six months after a judge found $70 on his person.
SAN MARCOL Tex July 20 Robert Calhoun about 65 was shot and killed at Mount Sharp about 2 miles northeast of here Tate Garnett 40 surrendered to Sheriff George Aven in connection with the shooting It was not clear if other details were available.
In Omaisa Nebraska on July 20 a Wabash freight locomotive ran into a dry creek near Miniota Town seventeen miles east of Omaha. Firemen Davis Tod Bulls plus engineers D. I. Torker George Wilson were reported missing after the collision.
Sam Cowan, prominent lawyer for the American National Livestock Association, died today at a local hospital in Fort Worth after a long career representing stockmen. His work shaped livestock law and he was known across the region for advocacy and expertise.
Mystere Wriday and Broror C. N. Chambere urged wire and conference with Police Commissioner Ph Wright about restructuring the San Antonio police department. Officials said nothing new after a morning meeting and an earlier discussion between the mayor, Wright, and Police Chief Miller. No official information was released on the conferences.
Sixty five members attend a two week course at Fort Sam Houston in the U S Army Reserve Officers training under Colonel Charlen Tips. The instruction covers data field work and small arms handling, with emphasis on unit organization and drill.
San Antonio prepared Friday to honor Captain Emilio Carranza, killed in New Jersey during a non-stop flight to Mexico City. About 100 airplanes from Kelly, Brooks, Dodd, and Duncan fields will escort the funeral train as guards of honor. Ballistic and religious ceremonies planned at the auditorium with a band and wreaths, then a march back to the depot.
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