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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 27, 1929

Page

2

Defense Contends Bullets in Head Affected Leahy’s Mind

A jury heard defense questions about bullet placement and brain impact in the Leahy case. Dr. Standifer explained X rays suggested two bone fragments near the head could affect brain tissue, while witnesses testified about wound location and sentiment. Jurors listened as the attorney pressed about possible mental effects and the medical implications.

Leahy San Antonia Aly Thorne M. B Marois Ebo Tr. C. E Austo Leary Tandefer Geol Aland argetawn_ Jr Stadenf Leahs

Eugene O Neill to serve 13 years in France after marriage

Paris reports Eugene O Neill recently wed to Carlotta Bronteres faces a 13 year residence sentence in France. He signed a prenuptial contract before marriage and arranged a lavish Chateau de Plessis lease near St Antoine du Rocher. Friends note Monterey pressed for upgrades including a pool and roof garden.

Paris Eugene O Neill Carlotta Bronteres France Chateau de Plessis St Antoine du Rocher Wiles Tours Grand Seigneurs Deamatlat Miss Monterey O'Neill Countess de Bonville Misa Monterey

Six Tarpon Caught Off Galveston Pier

Galveston on July 27 reported tarpon, a prized gulf fish, hooked from the Twenty-third Street pier. Six fine specimens were left as catches during a beach raid, with G. K. Hawes credited for three and Jack Hawes also landing a tarpon.

Galveston Gulf Watern Ainda G. K. Hawes Cits Hip Heorter Jack Hawes

Chatham Leads Western Batting Race Amid Week Decline

In the Western league batting race Buster Chatham of Pueblo led by eight points before dropping one to 3 during the fourteenth week of the season. Musto slipped six points but stayed second as Smith narrowed the gap. Munson Tulsa and others trail with various scores listed.

Chicago Buster Chatham Pueblo Nirth Tulan Aeason Canes toVeal Smith Musto Jost Sally Semark Iimansz Muncon Tulsa Tenite YAS Wine Stoni IT Burns Ossian Menver Tulee

Whitney Ends Long Batting Slump in Big Fly Swing

Arthur Whitney of the Philadelphia Nationals, mired in a three for slump, breaks out with a four run night including a double and a triple, boosting his team as Chicago’s ace delivers strong pitching and later, a key win.

Whitney Arthur Einkes Sn Antonio Bosch Cride Baeing Philwlelphin Nationala Tra Tinglek Chicago Cubewinner

Electric fishing test shocks creek to catch carp

A reported trial in a ZAAK Walton League setting used electricity to stun water, drawing carp and pike from a fenced area. Officials observed about 20 pounds of fish brought to the surface as results.

Zaak Walton Weetutatix Jtly Gorea

Coffee Giants Play Brooks Field Club

The Hoffman Hasman affiliated team visits Brooks Field Saturday to play the Branky Fight Puire at Dovelock. Sandy Critic scheduled to strike the amplified final the Poters. Martha topicht. Theketn on 0% AUR Me mat Greden B15 $1.00 and Ke

Coffee Giants Brooks Field Hoffman-Hasman Affea Bamoks Field Dovelock Sandy Martha

Houston plane ends record attempt continues page

Report describes a Houston plane’s ongoing record attempt with pilot remarks about perseverance and speed. Notes from Dr Legget and supporters mention melon treats for health, praise, and escalating rewards totaling about 2707 dollars for airborne duration.

Houston

Minnesota Duo Completing Fifth Day Of Endurance Flight

MEAPOLIS Minn July 27 After 100 hours aloft Owen Maugland and Captain Ly Crichton continued piloting the endurance flight The Minnesota toward the end of their fifth day of refueling and flying They reported only one complaint the heat was miserable and sent a note asking about the weather conditions abroad

Page Cine Buffalo Bondés Jackson Hezards A. C. Legeat Legget O'Bride Hear Jackson Fentrbacht, Minn Meapolis Minn Vei Owen Maugland Ly Crichton Dfinneanolia Wold Chamberlain

District Court Proceedings Highlight Alimony and Injunctions

A roster of courtroom actions includes alimony decree against Cartee Barker, injunctions for several plaintiffs, motion to quash indictment, and dismissals on plaintiff requests. The record notes cases in Torrara and at law including the Lighting and Power company damage suit and two combined actions ending in agreed judgments.

Nenety- Roe W. H. Anthony Carmen Barker Cartee Barker Tate of Torrara Buby Awinching Mra. Se Ds Blackshearce W. SV. Pealitaces BUI Loveraver Minnie McDougal Ohm Mc Hadekioron Verlrieve NTY Court At Law NG. J McCollum Barnett Denking Va, Lighting and Power Company, Pail Darmagex Gueet of Plaimdl Ella Mae Hop M. Peters

Seagulls Suffer Two Losses In 4-3 Dual

In a doubleheader at Visip doubleheader, Seagulls lost 4-3 in both games. Morrell Mark Wildent powered the frat game with Ed Phine’s dais and Hilly Jones’s single producing the deciding runs. Slats Garcia struck out 1% as losing pitcher. Stanley Favelie’s two long triples sparked a Morrell lead. In the second game Cannepeirt Tigers rallied in tie innings to win 4-3 after an early deficit.

San Pedro Morrell

Zoeller Injured, Trade Talks Alter Next Year Plans

In Atlanta a report states Zoeller is crippled with an ankle injury, affecting dealings with trading partner Jimny Gattis and President Turner. The piece notes turnover in players and a potential move to prepare for the Chbghin nensae event, with Zeeter possibly fired and a return expected next year.

WACO Frane Goeller Nurticlder Wace Atlanta Jimny Gattis Wired R. Turner Turner

Angora show and sale at Rockenring draws Angora breeders

Harry Williams reports on the Angora goat show and sale at Rockenring. Registered Angora bucks auctioned to build up herds while many breeders and prize winners are listed. Local figures like T. Wheat and others attend, with anecdotes about instructors and ranch life shaping Edwards County’s Angora industry.

Burke Arthur Davis Weretazy Nere Up Bucks Are Alley Creedera Millen Savitz Otis Cowsert Arthur Askew Oran Groote Ray Wisans Ward Sherrill Joe Boewdll Frad Earwood Tom C. Baempton Lin Reid A. Pepper J. L. Geley and Sons W.H. Patterson J.B. Merck G. A. Bonner Sah FL Cooper Gray Brothers M.D. Taylor J. M. Swesten L. A. Clark Lee Winens G. J. Perkins A. B. Mares R. 5. McLoyan Bill Taylor Fred Henderson C. B. Briggs F. A. Pieten Bob Davin Virge Bromn Aten Eagle Vase Irs John Law Mr. Aten

Woman Likely to Oppose Walker in New York Race

New York July 27 4 woman the seat indoor of New York City. Rumors say Republican leaders back Mrs Ruth Baker Pratt New York congresswoman to oppose Jimay Walker on November 5. Pratt silent but known vote getter fighter from Silk Stocking District. wealth noted and opposed to prohibition but favors light wines and beer. Mayor Walker cautious about remarks as campaign questions loom.

New York New York City Republican Ruth Baker Pratt Aingt Mesor Jimay” Walker Mre Bratt Bereel Silk Elécking Walker Mia Pratt Berchauffeur Abo Pee

Florida Governor Carlton Travels Amid Tightly Woven Duties

Florida Governor Carlton attends a national political gathering far from home while managing state duties. Reports indicate Carlton’s Milwaukee appearance aimed at persuading convention leaders to hold future meetings in Florida, balancing travel with ongoing state concerns.

Tlulaharlee Flo Clovernor Doyle Carlton Florida Emmaper Iead Ida Tempe Caellom Milwaukee

Cryptic notes on apparel and gear from a vintage ledger

Fragmentary textile and garment references describe elaborate boots hats shirts and ties with odd spellings and garbled prices. The text mentions a bag and a $400 figure tied to a base or transaction and describes wearers as handy with their backs.

Sunday church services across multiple denominations

A dense list of Sunday services across many churches including Holy Communion, morning prayers, Bible classes, and Sunday schools. Named pastors, parish names, and street locations appear with varied service times, reflecting a broad regional ecclesiastical schedule.

Racers Murnel Creoie M. Pearell Forint Russell Belknap LB. Richards Véctor Trinity Eyal Aeabe aMr Ven Kise St Mark's Samuel Capers Lutheran Pe Panton van Bervied Huradey Briernoos Calvary Eesti Fanlar Jaokuon Nteesie Low Lutheran Chapel Eant Cincimpati Auhin Raetke Gastar Divine Nervion Leclnenes Maaling Tuesay North Pitre Pan Sences Servite Grace Lutheran Avenun Paul FL Mein Pantor Mupdeyetter Trinity Bundas Echoot E P.m. Tecenera Gmeetine Genine Taleebiem Cines M. Ehurch Menting Gem Churen Courel Leo Eranedlieal Cumoren

Army drops rattles for soldiers amid chemical warning

Washington reports the army has removed acid rattles from field equipment. The change follows recommendations from the general staff and chemical warfare service. A horn klaxon will replace rattles to alert soldiers of danger and inform them of face masks.

Washington War Department Tis Ntantis

Fragmented historical newspaper note on hotels and habits

A damaged OCR fragment discusses private car access to hotels and elevators, a four story ballroom, and urban modernization. It mentions public attitudes to smoking and morality, a butcher shop image, and an estimate that 6,000 licenses will issue in the United States amid a broader shift toward automobiles and urban changes.

Atrocities in China Charged in Shanghai Strike

Report notes police reserves drove off crowds of about four hundred outside the Shanghai waterworks after a dispute over reemployment of three discharged workers. The strike is linked to Communist agitation ahead of August 1 celebrations and mentions local incidents in a fragmented column.

Shanghai

Local Sports Roundup and Oddities Brief

Fragmentary text reports on a Wednesday schedule with scattered names and places including Caveten Dr Banter and Guniny. The garbled OCR hints at a meet or chase event featuring Os and Zayer with references to Paris and Friday plans.

Yu' Mt Praser Weaderday Rigen Paris Sammand Caveten Banter Grea Ana Zayer

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