Aged Nan Tied Defeated at Fort Worth Fire Scene
A chaotic early morning in Fort Worth followed by a violent home invasion and arson. John Deering, 77, was bound and beaten by intruders who tied his hands and stole $16 before setting his house ablaze. Neighbors were awakened by a knock and a request to light the lamp, then flames and smoke filled the home. Police are investigating the assault and arson case with several individuals reported in connection.
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Cormand
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Flos McCain Elber
Sestie Carter
Fragmented OCR Note: Assault Report and Missing Details
An OCR fragment describes an ambush where a person was attacked and taken to a hospital for bruises. Devering told police he received a threatening letter weeks earlier but did not report the incident to authorities.
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Devering
Leerius
25 Kelly Planes Leave St. Louis
25 Kelly Planes Leave St. Louis as 25 Army planes of the Seventh Bombardment Wing take off for Wichita Falls. The squadron participated in maneuvers in the Far East last week and now proceed to their new posting at Williston or Wichita.
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St. Louis
Ad man imposter warned by fire chief in town
Fire Chief I. G. Sarean warned local business firms about an advertising solicitor falsely claiming affiliation with a department sponsored publication. He urged caution and noted no department publishes such campaign. A Young People’s League circus is planned at Friedens Evangelical Church at 8 pm Thursday, with Amanda Benthage in charge.
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I. G. Sarean
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Deyarmment
Young People’s League
Friedens Tivangelical Church
Amanda Benthage
Paving costs lower in San Antonio than Southern cities
A survey by the Tropery Opewers association of the New Orleans Real tate board shows San Antonio's paving costs are generally cheaper than in New Orleans, Dallas, and Fort Worth. Curbing per front foot runs 46 cents in San Antonio versus higher rates in other cities. rock asphalt topping per square yard costs 1.15 in San Antonio compared with 1.60 in New Orleans and 1.20 in Dallas. Concrete base costs also vary, with San Antonio typically discounted relative to rivals.
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Opewers’ Association
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Dodd Field Fete Planned to Celebrate 14 Years of Service
Aerial acrobatic displays and a day program mark the Dodd Field organization celebration this Friday afternoon starting with a noon barbecue. The Twelfth Aeronaut Squadron originated at South San Antonio on June 22, 1917, was renamed the Twelfth Observation Squadron on June 14, 1920 after moving to Kelly Field. Major B. A. Dolman, who has led the squadron since August 19, 192?, will be replaced by Major Lackland. the squadron has received official recognition from Brigadier General Willtwin A. Mitchel for overseas service noted in past operations.
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Vera Cruz voids power contract sparks city dispute
Vera Cruz officials void the municipal lighting contract with Vera Cruz Power and Light claiming contract violations. The mayor calls for a new agreement while the company secures a provisional restraining order preventing cancellation until district court hearing.
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Merco
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American Eye Concern
Dlistrick Court
Siamese King Near Social Return After Eye Operation
King Prajadhipok of Siam shows rapid improvement after cataract removal from his left eye. Since the May 1 operation he has not left Ophir Hall, and Queen Rambhai Barni has taken a brief air trip, with plans for social events resuming soon.
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Police Report Warns of Car Thieves Epidemic
Police Sgt Stanley W Fiteh warns of a car theft epidemic. He urges vehicle owners to lock doors remove keys and be vigilant to prevent thefts this week.
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Stanley W. Fiteh
Fiteh
Baptists Propose Unemployment Relief Plan for Churches
The Northern Baptist convention approves a relief scheme for about 1500 churches aiming to ease unemployment distress. Proposals include insurance and public aid to support workers, with calls for prudent fiscal policy and coordinated church relief efforts nationwide.
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Northern Baptist Convention
U.S. Firm Breaks With Egyptians Over Government Sale
A U.S. company severs ties with Egyptian authorities amid a dispute over a large government sale. The firm cites regulatory conditions and terms of purchase as the core issue driving the breakdown in negotiations.
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U.S
CMR
Kespre Dane
200 Texas Couples Wed in Oklahoma
A garbled marriage notice from Bryan County reports about two hundred Texas couples marrying in Oklahoma. The fragment hints at legal filings and notices of intention but is incomplete and partly unreadable. The public record references the Bryan County court clerk W. Wagher and mentions a May tunned period and a requirement tied to a drys law, but key details are obscured.
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W. Wagher
Bryan County
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