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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1928
Page
1
Arthur Brisbane Geppright reports on a 1978 publication by Bitar Company, noting themes of reputation, change, and restraint. The item presents a concise, period voice summary of a likely editorial or feature titled The Pacific Conquered and A Good Name Pays.
A fragmented report covers an air flight route from Oakland to Melbourne, with mentions of Mussolini era policies, possible outlaw campaigns, and world events. It notes Major Ferrarin and Captain Ticheete achieving a long duration record, and includes economic notes on Cheek Neal Coffee, whisky prohibition, gold reserves, copper finds in Canada, and political chatter about Governor Minet's nomination and Hoover delegation counts.
International News Service reports Tostum Compens Inc has acquired Cheek-Nea Coffee Co of Nosville, Lann for 815 million dollars. The transaction consolidates operations between Coffee Company Purchase and the Newcastle division, aiming to expand market reach and production capacity.
Gomer Aberfoer, renowned Texan cattleman of the Pileurch ranch, died at Bent Worth. Pioneer figure Gardner, known for leading the Gardner ranch operation, passed away at age 77 after a long career in cattle raising and ranching. The community mourns a longtime leader in local agriculture.
Delegates from many states gathered in Anniag City for pre convention activities. Hoover loyalists, led by James W. Good and interior hub staff, projected confidence as Coolidge’s Washington departure fueled bets on a race that could extend to two or more ballots. Conservative observers predicted possible four ballot renomination, while others warned of a rising “deal Coolidge” wave amid ongoing farm aid pressure. (Continued on page 8, column 8.)
A reader is presented with a critical sermon on Prohibition. The piece argues the shift from regulated beer and whiskey to bootleg crime and higher consumer prices, claiming lost national revenue and increased illicit activity since the change. It laments the end of saloons and the rise of bootleggers and crime, noting the higher costs to workers.
Chang Tso-Lin leaves Pekin at 1:20 morning with a committee in charge to hand the city to the Nationalist army. He plans retreat in Manchuria, as evacuation of the north is reported complete and Nationalists near the capital amid civil war turmoil.
President Coolidge selects Newton Baker former secretary of war under Wilson to join the American delegation at The Hague for the personal peace arbitration panel. Other American members include Charles Hughes Elihu Root and John R. Moore.
Colquitt attacks Smith at the opening of an election campaign in Dallas exposure of attitude and calls for enforcement of the eighteenth amendment while pledging to resist anti election efforts. The former Texas governor targets the New York governor and presses a strong line on constitutional enforcement.
Authorities pursue Frank Jackson missing after his wife Mars and two children are found murdered in their mountain home near Sardis. The coroner reports the killings occurred Tuesday. a federal agent uncovered the bodies while probing for a local liquor violation.
T S Ribble, an 80 year old pioneer, remained in critical condition after a motorcycle accident in Weatherford. He suffered broken ribs when struck by the vehicle.
Texas editor Gene Howe of Amarillo angrily attacks Charles A Lindbergh in a front page editorial claiming he has a swollen head. Pro Lindbergh readers respond with mass meetings and public protests as the city lines up behind Howe in a heated editorial battle.
Fort Worth dispatch reports promoter Holliday released on $5000 bond after charges of using the mails to defraud. Case details remain limited but implicates postal fraud scheme.
At a Saturday caucus in the county courthouse Hesne leaders formed the Peoples Progressive ticket for the July primary and general election. Candidates include Judge Austin Adam for justice of the peace and Robert Uhry for county treasurer. Mayor C M Chanders declined to publicly back the slate until official notices were received. The selection drew mixed reactions from local leaders and a woman candidate appears on the ticket alongside Laura Be Negley and Mrs Albert Tolle.
In Fort Worth on June 2 a pistol cartridge exploded while a boy and a younger child sat on a shelf with a hammer. Billie Fry, 1, suffered a foot injury and was taken for medical care. The companion was not seriously harmed.
Allén Tay, barber at 126 Isabel Avenue, was held up near midnight at Bearevelt and Tabel avenues by two men. They robbed Tay of $54 in currency and a punch board. One robber displayed a pistol as the other covered him. the pair fled toward the business district. A detective squad pursued but the robbers escaped in a truck. Local officers reported the barber struggled, and residents described a brief pursuit near Isabel Avenue.
Reports from Fort Worth on June 2 indicate widespread Friday night rain across West North Central and Southeast Texas improved crop prospects. The wet spell, though brief, was accompanied by light winds and caused some power outages in the larger city as lines failed in isolated areas.
In Austin on June 2 fourteen seniors received diplomas at the commencement exercises of St Edwards Preparatory School. Scholastic honors were announced. The principal address was delivered by Rev. W J Cartwright pastor of St Austin’s Channel.
About 630 UT students to receive degrees this year were adopted Saturday evening into the Ex-Students association barbecue on the campus honoring 21 faculty members who have served 25 years or more.
An Austin Texan is slated to receive a course at Harvard amid education bond discussions. The notice cites the Herkefelier Foundation and a school agent advising a six day period in June with arrangements for expenses and attendance.
The crew led by Captain Kingsford-Smith prepares a giant three metre span monoplane for a long Pacific hop from Wheeler Field to Suva, Fiji. Four aviators aim to reach Australia after a 2400 mile leg from San Francisco, with fuel for the Suva crossing and plans to relay radio beacons for guidance.
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