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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 11, 1928

Page

2

Kang Pacific plane Southern Cross returns to Melbourne

Reports say the Southern Cross completed a 7800 mile trip from Oakland to Hydnor and will halt in Melbourne tomorrow. Fliers were greeted by massive crowds as they landed and prepared to return to So. The party, led by James Warner aboard the Morr Maunganui 2, plans to sail for San Francisco Friday amid continued public cheers.

Sydney Ausis Southern Cross Azade Oakland Cal Hydnor Migcht Margs Lyor Hadid James Warner A Americanx San Francisco Fiera Drie Bytley

Ulm Writes Welcome for Sidney Delegation in Sydney

Sydney June 11 The Southern Cross renewed at 208 p.m. Notables present included Lord Slonebi, Sir Dudley Deckare, Governor of New South Wales M. Bruce, the Hon A. H. Wates, the mayor and aldermen, Mr. and Mrs. King, and many civic and commercial figures. Crowds gathered as the visiting party viewed the harbor and greeted the reception.

Ulm Sidney C. T. P. Ulm América Copreeni United States Great Brible Germany Baul Boerke Asd Xarminee Compacy Wistethatea Bleale Teneo Sydney Australis Southern Cross Mékcolz King Smith Ulm Jr Nelly Tueenetasd America

Students to Be Guests at Dance in Pavilion

B D,1 C students invited as guests at an open air dance in the pavilion training area. The event runs from 2 to 4 pm with escorts provided and organized under the director of the institute.

B.D 1.C Dance In Statenty Kort Bam Piel Iit

American fliers deserve reward for great aviation feat

The Hearst papers urge a nationwide drive to raise a purse for Charles Kingsford Smith C T P Ulm and two Americans Harry Lyon Werner for their Oakland to Sydney flight. The San Antonio Light will lead with $5090 and hopes the fund grows, signaling U S Australia goodwill and honoring their risks.

Amstralia Charles Kingsford-Smith C. T. P. Ulm Oakland Sydney Harry James’ Werner Hearst America Lyon and Warner Australia Kingsford-Smith and Ulm Heart Co Bas San Antonio United States Bes Ie

Tar Check Meet Called For Rate Change Meeting

A notice announces a scheduled Tar Check Meet to discuss cancellation of files and new rate compliance orders. The meeting will be held in Dallas with participants from Arkansas Oklahoma and Texas invited to object if needed. Communications should be directed to Law Gornstein of Dallas, chairman.

Southwestern Srheds Edna Dallas Vawhkelt Elotanbet Commerce Zsminipsons Arkansas Oklahoma

Woman Survives Stove Explosion in Pleasanton Cabin

A stove explosion in a Pleasanton cabin injured no one and caused minor damage. The fire was extinguished quickly, with authorities stating the incident resulted from a faulty appliance. The woman present was uninjured and assisted by bystanders before responders arrived.

Williams Pleasanton Lil Titehes

Accuse 8 A Youth in Check Forgery Charge

A fragmented report describes an 8 A youth facing forgery charges linked to a fan named Sehewhare at 248 Mee Avenue. The item references coaches for 16 bar Slay and a servant buried in an event involving San Antonians, with scattered names and dates indicating a local crime case undergoing inquiry.

Ashi Fan Sehewhare Mee Avenue

Awful Fire Incident At Glue Factory Steals Community Breath

Fragmented report describes a fire at a glue factory near Paso One and ensuing chaos. References a health department shutdown and unclear details about casualties, with scattered names and odd phrases from OCR. The piece hints at fumes, a possible poisoning scare, and a disrupted event involving local figures and a mysterious foam accessory.

Pat Dhe Health Department Hante Finn Wally Werniha Leni

Eeale Pass Plans to Fete Delegates at Convention

Eeale Pass announces plans to honor delegates at the upcoming convention. Details describe opening events and sessions with attendees from Magee Mead and nearby locales.

Eeale

Fragmented column on Kipling and church singing contest in history

A skewed OCR piece discusses Rabbrr Minnx in Talimargh and Utes, then critiques Kipling verses and a church singing contest. It references Jehovah, the Old Testament, and a political scene with Galvin Caalllge amid a debate over a bill and voting.

Iipling Trey Kipling Benntir Wat Lachevey Westie Galvin

Child Dead Second Hurt in Car Crash

A car crash left a child dead and a second person injured. The incident occurred near a location described as Pamilion Pox and involved occupants Margie Owen Weema and Paul Nee. A baby was seriously hurt and Weems suffered injuries requiring hospital care.

Margie Owen Weema Pal Weems

Wreck splits Hobie Cruise crew in Arctic storm

Rescue attempts fail as Hobie Cru ship breaks up in a violent storm. Crew members are scattered across the ice and sea with hopes pinned on air and sea relief efforts from Italy’s Milano and other ships. Weather severely hampers locating the castaways while supplies are dropped and searches continue.

Hobby Iltiser Largens Gull Koren Holm Aml Flom Italia Keen King’s Bay Ravio Ukelee Valian Amd Ooam CWE Milano

Mexico flier off for U S continued from page Cine

An article fragment details Antonio Carranza and a Mexican liaison’s flight plans toward the United States, including robberies and wartime movements. It mentions a reception in Washington, potential delays, and Carranza’s earlier movements between Mexico and Texas, with references to his wartime roles and private schooling in San Antonio.

Zain Welarothe Facelsior Mosescho Bélyant Carranza United Washington Diana Tecde Imnmox Ariss Conlinila Sis Tamily Texas Wanda Cnitk Antonia Ab Pane Mexico Inter Song Carranng San Hambland Ghr Mtvicn Miril Sonera Vanni Indiana Ted Falixeo Xmps Mexlen Plsur Agin Menterry

Roxar Democratic Chairmen Appointed for County Conventions

Johnny Weber named chairmen at a county Democratic executive meeting held Monday afternoon. The appointees will preside over precinct meetings in July and lead delegates to the county convention. Delegates to the county gathering on August 4 will be elected.

Fiexor Vannts Weingeralie He Els Af Mn Courthoue Johnny Weber Will Presida

Two Held in Port Worth Attempted Murder Case

Police report two youths were held after an alleged plot to cut a woman’s throat near a hospital. Miss Tillie McCowan suffered injuries as authorities say the pair planned the attack, though they deny direct involvement beyond the alleged conspiracy.

Potter Tillie McCrwan Port Worth Tip Kit Miss McCowan Yiair

Test Follywood Child Missive 2 Days Back Home

Netty Lawson of Hollywood is described as acting and returning home after an incident noted by physicians. A neighbor, H.C. Adlans, was driving and involved in the event as the girl walked near her home. The report mentions the girl remains unharmed according to doctors.

Follywood Hollywood Netty Lawson Abe Celley Hee H.C. Adlans Lawians

Suspect Arrested Held in L A For California Police

A suspect was arrested and held in Los Angeles on a California police case. Detectives reported involvement of a former chief of detectives and federal bankruptcy law actions. Authorities declined to release further details pending official statements.

L. A California Joan Coorge Maines Alleles Department of Jundlee

Charred Body Found in Ruins After Building Fire

A charred body believed to be a nun was found this morning among the ruins of a building burned last night near an area along a rail line. Officials say investigators will examine the scene to determine the cause and identity, with authorities coordinating the search and notification of next of kin.

Berg Sturmers

Fliers Off Schedule on Hop Across U S

A garbled OCR note records a flight mix up during a cross country hop across the United States. Mentions a biplane, female travelers, and disrupted plans with scattered place names and unclear sequence of events.

U.S Curtise Liewt Thulley Siele Holphinl Ergentov Oliter

Rail Man Sages- Bumper Harvest

Baffling garbled OCR notes a rail related harvest and trio figures. Names appear distorted with references to districts and primary events. No clear date, place, or outcome emerges from the fragmentary text.

Austrian bankers arrested in Vienna fraud case

Vienna reports four men and one woman connected to an Amrelenny bank fraud scheme. They allegedly siphoned funds totaling 270000 in an annuity from the bank. Authorities say the defendants include merchant and banking professionals, with charges filed this week.

Vienna Maninrs Amrelenny Bank

Air Travelers Departurces Lent for Fort Crockett Mission

Unclear OCR text lists individuals and places including Fort Crockett and Kelly field. Mentions transport pines and gunnery expenition. references names such as J Js Talon Talent A G Hamilton and A ag Amt Mal. Wodlyt the XM Vy Inn new Wine for Belly Cell.

FS Dyer Regekadeli Muyutaigee Fort’ St Enid Olio Thrul J. Js Talon and Talent A. G. Hamilton Kelly Field Pines Fort Crockett

Marathon Dance Riots End In Jail Time Chaos

A chaotic marathon dance scene erupted when a survivor demanded dominance as crowds surged during a national marathon dance event. Police subdued participants while some dancers faced arrest after the disturbance, reflecting tensions at a long contest.

Rebels Attack Report With Wounded and Captures

Fragmentary report describes rebels attacking a town with armed force. The text mentions wounded and captured rebels and a tense situation with local defense responses. Names and places are garbled in the OCR, but the core events include an assault, injuries, and eventual captures.

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