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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 12, 1928

Page

2

Fog Halts Mexican Aviator's Good Will Hop to Washington

A June dispatch from Kansas City reports a Mexican aviator's goodwill flight to Washington being halted by fog. The piece, drafted for the Informational News Service, presents the American Federation of Labor platform emphasis, including recognition for unions, labor standards, and federal policy support. It notes plans to push for child labor abolition, women's employment protection, and federal reform of the coal industry through private control and cooperative labor relations.

Washington William Grien Fresiérat American Federation. . of Labor Nema Kansas City Orpan Iabor Ell Vanke Tals Amesiesh Federation of Tabor Tha Bose Tiv Federa- Con Edoral Aputietsia

Scout Heads Inspect Camp for New Braunfels Trip

Twenty four Boy Scouts from City West Set to travel to New Braunfels for Comél camp. Scouts meet at Bay Central Headquarters on Boonway at 2 p.m. Then motorists drive to the camp. Early arrivals listed include Harry Koester, Brown, Astry, John Newlen, Carl A. Besa.

Tutusiay New Braunfels Bay Senul Boonway Harry Koester Sirown Trae Astry John Newlén Carl A. Besa Will

Happy youngsters depart for Kerrville summer camp

A group of fifty six San Antonio boys left Tuesday morning by motor buses for a YMCA run camp located 20 miles above Kerrville on the south fork of the Guadalupe river. Organizer E D Frederick is pictured in inset. the camp will stay open until August 21.

San Antonio Kerrville Inset E. D. Frederick Guadalupe River Namee

Nullify 6000 Bexar Ballots Sparks Democratic Action

The Texas Democratic state executive committee adopted a resolution nullifying 6000 Bexar County ballots. Chairman John K. Weber announced the legality of barring negro votes and stated the county party will abide by the resolution and bar those not meeting the party pledge, with further counting and legal steps set for the coming days.

Bexar County Yirmary Asseibinge Wego John K. Weber Icalion Weber Gallaway Galuoun Assiat Allarnes Cr Houn Statule Paris BEXAR Berar County Democratic Executive Committee Thoze Texas Ltor & Democrat Wedge Gidport Tis

Drain Channel Project Nears Completion

The Cunningham Nou channel drainage project on Broadway and east of the thor may connect Cunningham Avenue to the San Antonio River. Officials say the channel extends from Cunningham dead end to Broadway with eventual full coverage planned. Drainage conditions along Heohlwas should improve notably after completion.

Cunningham

Cowboy Songs to Be Featured at Legion Meeting

A special program titled Cowboy Songs will be arranged and performed by Otest J Fea Kah Antofio and Mexican numbers. William Led 1zbz Cowboy Itnor will sing the solo with chorus by Al Martel. The quartet includes George er Judson Pele and Roger Cook. Mayor C M Chambers will welcome Legion members and the Auxiliary. Maj Silvan June and Charles W Merigee will invite attendees during the Legion gathering.

Otest J Fea Kah Antofio AlMartel Art eGorge Judson Pele Roger Cook My. Fox M_ Chambers Legion Légion Maj. Silvan June Nintieth Charles W. Merigee Lezion

Buses Carry Boys to YMCA Camp Near Kerrville

Buses conveyed fifty six boys to the first session of the YMCA camp near Kerrville on Tuesday morning. Camp on the Guadalupe River south fork, at about 2000 feet, runs from reveille to taps for two weeks or longer under directors and counselors. Registration for the opening period nears completion, with first session ending June 23.

San Antonio Aelbes de Y. AS. A. Eunaner Cains Urénty Kerrville Reveille Éhel Hos Esenp Guadalupe Riyeq Eldvéthor Rotman MacLeod Thifiren Chee Gee Ean Alfeers B.D. Predrick Aul Ofg

20 tortoises en route to new San Antonio park

Twenty tortoises were en route to a new park in San Antonio under the care of Townahend, director of Sew Torkamariwa. The gift, named Gatley, was to be kept in a temporary park enclosure under the supervision of the park commissioner Myblato and a staff member until a permanent home is prepared.

Lorfdlsee Gatley Townahend Dierctor Torkamariwa Els San Antonio Cucedny Arab Myblato Townhend Seackensiler J Park

Plan to Rush Work on San Pedro Hall

The architect involved with the Han Dedeo park auditorium plans to start construction before week’s end. Mayor C. M. Chambers announced a third phase of the project to extend the Municipal auditorium with a new wing for entertainments, seating between sixty and one thousand, aiming to accommodate events and functions.

San Pedro Hall Han Dedeo Park C. M. Chambers Tyerdar Jertong Houben Entertainments

Milwaukee Hotel Man Guest in 8 4

Harry Pollworth of Milwaukee attended a gathering of hotel greeters in America. He arrived in Milwaukee and plans to attend the National Hotel Greeting event in El Paso from June 15 to 17.

Milwaukee Harry Pollworth Ametich Bollworth Wil ‘Ie EL Vase

Street Car Track Move on Dolorosa In City Work

Street car work progresses with track relocation toward the center on Dolorosa Street near two blocks of Huens Viata Street. The project widens two streets as announced by Street Commissioner Maul Mefflee on Tuesday.

Dolorosa Elcore Tiotoroga Huens Viata Hégon Wurrias Mefflee

Fort Sam Fortifications Progress in Barracks Construction

Post building near finish at Fort Sam Houston outlines the first two barracks in the fort’s permanent construction program. One houses a regimental headquarters and offices, the other a battalion home, with completion targeted by August 15. Additional funds await to complete the two further barracks completing the first and second groups.

Fort Sam Flodston J. Weight Dontzartor Férséniel Nul Balallan Firse Weconil Group

Training Site Visit At Camp Stanley by Major Sloan

Inspectors led by Mala and Maj. Abertarl reviewed the Jr. 7 training camp at Camp Stanley for the range exercise. Dependents will proceed after completing basic training at Fort Sam Houston. Students prepared for travel and posed for organization photographs as the first dance rehearsal outlined for Tuesday night.

Camp Stanley Mala Fan Eamb Abertarl Flafi Worl Sam Flouston

Dawes Prospects Sear at Meeting in June

Vice-president Dawes seeks renomination while secretary Melton labels him the universal candidate. A meeting at the Pennsylvania delegation will be held soon to consider support for the vice presidential nomination.

Dawes Neascoty Dawes’ Pensports Melton Cennsylvania Watt

Bancitary Stock Slips Again Amid Market Turbulence

A fragmentary report indicates Bancitary Stock fell earlier today with an opening around 140, town, permix, then recovered briefly before dropping to a lower price. The text notes an 80 palata decrease in the five day period, reflecting ongoing market weakness.

Welfare Bureau Opens New Office in Tubetas

The Welfare Bureau established temporary offices at 1% West Nueva Street Tubetas with planned move to a larger coast house Holden. Officials said Antonia Rewlay Watters leads the bureau as it expands services locally.

Welfare Bureau Fan Antonia Rewlay Fewieh Welfare Jurean Nueva Street Tubetas Coelat Wildare Buren

Carranza US plane forced down near Moorersville

Mexican captain Emilio Carranza, flying from Mexico City toward Washington, was forced to land near Moorersville North Carolina due to fog and weather. He reported plans to resume the flight to Washington once conditions cleared, continuing via Greensboro and Danville.

Moorerville Jane JB Emnilio Carranza Washington Greensboro N.C Danville Hichmond Moorpswiddy N. C Emilia Certanza Capidin Capeanza Mexico City Batdy Air Anni Maxwell Fold Tlinta Lee Aldwox Duealen Aviation Company Atlanta Carranza Spartan Borg Tovay Abe Berton Ughis Havardane Lalin Vaid Irvine Akimenlag Affort Bentinge Gulf of Megica Spartanbury New York Spartanhurz Robert Matancenarih Fox Héraine Losly Shen Mrrest

20 Carloads Onions Shipped to Del Rio Del Val Verde

A press item reports 20 carloads of onions shipped from Del Rio by the Val Verde Teri aitlon company of Thi Campbell & Col. Lirgedé. It notes 7 aren Id onions and 40 cave expected to be barrealed from the land, with possible further action if more onion shipments arise. Officials Recording 14 TC Neith, Recretary and Leakkeépor in the cits.

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Delayed Trial in AbdaMagan County Court Case

A Texas district court in AbdaMagan County delayed the trial of defendants Jesus Matrinez and Tenia Martinez after pleas in a plea entered. The case involves sentencing considerations and further scheduling in the district court.

Jesus Matrinez Tenia Martinez Chittrta Jude Wiw Thehdas Austin Tex Trule al Milllonr

Tornado Strikes Nebraska Town Wrecks Homes

A Nebraska tornado ripped through McCook and surrounding towns last night injuring twenty one people. The storm caused extensive damage along the Kansas-Nebraska line with McCook hardest hit as it tracked north toward the Malt River valley. A violent wind storm with rain accompanied the funnel, causing property loss and at least two fatalities.

Tincoln Om Tornato Simick McCook Malte River Ik Evered Fériettes Bevorné Arth Pam Ata

Rumor and remarks murky in county race

A fragmented local note shows candidate Charles IF Matthette in a county treasurer race, denying withdrawal while accusing opponents BR and Nell Campbell of manipulating a People’s Progressive slate. A male adviser insists the race will continue to the end amid murky chatter and rumors.

Auto Stolen Here Located at Belton

An automobile reported stolen has been recovered in Belton. Police were notified and the vehicle’s recovery was confirmed. Details indicate the car was located after being traced to the Belton area, with investigators continuing to review evidence and statements from witnesses.

Belton Argo Helton Maf

Mexican Rotary 84 Relegate Arrives in San Antonio

Julio Zelion governor of the Rotary district of Mexico arrives in San Antonio from Mexico City Tuesday. He will be served by the Brextcan delegation to the Rotary International convention in Minneapolis Friday and depart with delegations from Houston and Southwest regions.

Ceremy Ool iMexican Rotary Julio Zelion Rotary District of Mexico San Antonio Mexico City Brextcan Rotapr International Minneapolis Hen Antone Southwest Terns

Socialist sounds 3 to power warning in Chicago speech

In Chicago a Socialist candidate for president warned that future power must be held by public ownership of industry to avoid oppression by capitalist power. He argued public ownership is the only safeguard against capitalists' control and excessive influence.

Chicago Jine Geneca Lordebi Rarran Thomas Hoclallat

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