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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 27, 1925

Page

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Bryan Dies After Final Speech in Tennessee Trial

The report details William Jennings Bryan’s death following his appearance at a trial in Chattanooga and his public defense of fundamentalism. It notes his health concerns, including heart dilatation and arrhythmia, as well as his plans to publish speeches and continue his campaign. It mentions his wife’s presence and the emotional tribute from supporters and adversaries.

Jwhn T. Raniston Winchester Tonn Myre Wd. Bryan Eaelie Jasper Tenn Bryan Lesteald Chattanooga Keppes Brian Carl Raymond , Wallace Chattapooga Texanacay Wallace Pixeville Hogan Leary Southern Methodist Episcopal Church Hev B.A. Peterson Buna, Ter Tiaston Brat Onenev Darrow Chicaga Prvan Darrow Regenre Warrow Mr. Bryan Mr. Darrow Arrow Lam George W. Rappleyes Jay Naytown Teogere Kapplexea Brysante Mtoe Marion Berking

Milestones in Life of Great Commoner

Chronology of William Jennings Bryan from birth in 1860 to 1925 highlights his schooling, legal career, marriages, Congress, presidencies nominated, tariff advocacy, The Commoner, World Tour, secretary of state tenure, Scopes trial stance and religious defense in Dayton. Key events include birth in Salem Illinois, law degree in Chicago, practice in Jacksonville, marriage to Mary E Baird, move to Lincoln, delegate, Senate bid, editor of Omaha World Herald, Cross of Gold speech, Spanish American War colonel, The Commoner establishment, Wilson cabinet service, prohibition push, Scopes trial leadership.

Dayton Shdy William Jennings Horn Salem Iainois Whipale Academy Wilinois College Jacksonville Union College of Law Chicago Mary E. Baird Perry Lincoln Neb Nebraska United States Omaha World-Herald Volunte Kansas City Wilson San Francisco Scopes Evolution Care

Special School Board Meeting On Teachers Pay Issue

The school board schedules a special meeting within a few days to settle teacher salaries and discuss payment. President Krank SMaines announces the session to decide who will accept proposals and how to proceed with the pay disputes involving Mr Hobertion and Mr Cunningham.

Eehool Board Conaider Tenehera Ani Derry Coprrison Cine Wingham B. Krank Smaines Holindiehtion Ayeceul Hobertion Cunninghat

Steffler Cuts Rock Blast Charges Amid City Complaint

Commissioner Steffler reduced quarry blast charges from 19 to 12 kegs after residents reported shocks damaging homes. North Side residents feared widespread damage and job losses if the city does not address the rock blast issue at the municipal quarry.

Rnck Stre Punt Stettler Steffler ongAnlé Steffler Eail Mundas Ely Stetfice

Theaters of New York Delete Bryan Satire Scenes

New York theaters moved to cut satirical scenes about William Jennings Bryan amid the monkey trial coverage. A Garrick Gaiety sketch depicting Bryan will be dropped tonight, with other theatres removing references to the Commoner and related parodies.

Thytte New York Didy W Linndens A Seri Garrick Gaieney Bryan Ux

Shidehara Mourns Combioner Death, World Grief Called

The text reports Japanese official Shidehara lamenting the death of Combioner, describing it as a loss to Japan and the world. He commends the courage and international friendship as a guiding influence for the nation and world, urging continued empathy and unity.

Combioner WORLD Shidehara

Dayton pay in last tribute to Bryan funeral set for Arlington

The Dayton funeral train carrying William Jennings Bryan will reach Washington by Thursday for burial at Arlington National Cemetery. Mrs Bryan, in frail health, coordinated arrangements including a special rail car and state in which Bryan will lie in state at the Rogers home lawn from two to five oclock. A Dayton guard, led by local officials, will attend limited ceremonies with no ceremonial guard of honor.

Mio Associated Press Danton William Jennings Bryan Jeve Dayton Washington Ital Brean Northern Railway ‘Company Tayton Pullman Ineas Chattanooga Tennessee K. Hicks Herbert Hicks Ton G. McKenzie Gordon JieKuneie Wallace Stewart Beatty Sintcamtan Bryan Nimple Geenie Bream Wsband Richard Ftogers Min Aga W. Bradsport Nuanber American Legion Gorvige Teadar Bor Telegeagh Iis Anitarm

Street Widening Funds Provided

City commission allocates 38 208 for property purchases to widen and straighten Market Advent. Ordinances allocate 43 200 for street opening from fund to pay W K Maverick note with interest Corr Welt funds 20 000 transferred from general to street fund. Ten thousand from flood prevention funds approved for widening Alozan and Martiney creeks.

Gomrmesion Momang Advent Whdetle Bn W. KK Maverick Alozan Martiney Crerks

Police chase leads from Amarillo burglary to San Antonio

Burglars who struck a store in Aminvilla of S10 worth of goods overnight are believed heading toward San Antonio with their loot. Potter county authorities have issued a lookout for three suspects, described as local youths, and the police are coordinating with nearby agencies for pursuit.

Amarillo Monty Atore

Legion Names Bryan Bier Honor Guard for Slain Veterans

The American Legion selects Bryan Bier to head an honor guard for a veteran’s burial. Members Fred W. Grauymoat, Gerda Darwin, Greed Parham, Ea Morgan, Will Fisher, Wilfred Ault, Green, and Parliament Avit served in World War I in France. Green was nominated by action.

Davos America Bryan Fred W. Grauymoat Gerda Darwin Greed Parham Ea Morgan Will Fisher Wilfred Ault Green Parliam Ad Avit France

Daylong forcible discharges spark Prohibition clash

A prolonged report details tensions as prohibition officers and district attorneys accuse sheriffs and judges of aiding bootleggers. General Linvold C. Andrews is noted as appointed leader amid ongoing enforcement struggles and widespread resistance within the force.

Iveek Bome Linvold C.andrews Pia Ih

Dance Hall Fight Leaves Victim Near Death

A violent incident at a dance hall in the early hours left a man severely stabbed with life threatening injuries. Police report say the assailant fled after the assault, while witnesses describe a chaotic moment as deputies arrived and began the investigation.

Aviators Test Radio Firing Directions at Fort Houston

A directing artillery drill at Fort Houston targeted improved radio communication between four battalions of field artillery and four infantry units. Brigadier General Tul Malone will oversee the exercise as airplanes coordinate with ground crews. A division message will direct artillery concentration on a specified point, with four radio sets engaged in the exercise.

Haidin Fort Houston Umilér Tul I. Malone Auvisjen Sememander Sreopy Fone Field Artillesy Infanter Hrawlauare Makaha

Twelve Reserve Officers Report

Twelve reserve officers report for the United States National Guard unit to begin Monday for three days of action duty. The report lists officers including William E Long J Veerge LR Worthington WR Borilmeta Canfield Ta Tor Pe odé Mosey Marley Teapnes and Liewtenante BM Taekyon Vy TL McClintoole Th Ta Autres as expected to attend instruction at the Primary Flying School with assignments for Monday.

Punlve Nietieth Ale Tuemlay William E Long J. Veerge Worthington Idoenante Borilmeta Canfield Cnt Mosey Marley

Girls Discontinue Summer Meetings at Local School

Overtine of Mie Junior High Rehaot Girt Reserves will she divcon tinued during Augnat. The internrmer mroatltig of ionNiaplen' Veber wil be Mgt nezh, Thinley.

AML Mie Mike Tuth Nezh Thinley

Aviation enthusiasm boosts Houston aviation hub

Colonel William Mitchell, air officer, returns to San Sutonis after inspecting the Thirty sixth Division Texas National Guard. He addresses Houston businessmen on developing a modern commercial center and will attend the dedication of a new flying field in Dallas.

Highth Corps William Mitchell San Sutonis Hous Houston Mitchell Alx Texas National Guard Dort Dallas Dallas Chamber of Commerce Hying-elub Tov Field Tiusiniss Mien Mitebgtl Denver National Nord

Potent Fort Sam Houston breakfast starts cadet intake

Military units prepare to issue gear as 145 T. C. students report for processing at Fort Sam Houston. Reserve officers of the 268th Infantry will pair with infantry staff as the turning of civilians into soldiers begins at the army post. Students will be housed in barracks after clothing and equipment are issued, with movement to training camps underway.

T.C Fort Sam Houston Army Post 268Th Infantry

City fire marshal to get new auto

City officials announce procurement of a new automobile for the fire marshal to improve vehicle response. The mayor’s office stated the acquisition supports fire department operations and emergency dispatch.

Auto City Eas Ity Purchnaipe Agit

Three arraigned on dry law charges in federal court

Three defendants appeared before U S Commissioner Edwards Standing. Brink faced a pending session and waived preliminary hearing with bond set. Blandino Leon pleaded guilty to manufacturing distributing posing of property for manufacture and sale. Ha-avus held in custody.

Il Liditor United Edywards Doha Brink Nossession Sale Blandino Leon de Saul

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