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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 21, 1929

Page

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Prohibition debate and political criticism in a late issue

A fragmented column blends Prohibition critique and political furor. It cites Senator Glinn of Virginia accusing President Hoover, notes British and American leadership tensions, and laments era politicians acting as “statesmen.” It discusses education funding, university gifts to Vale, and contrasts money with true scholarly value, ending with a reference to page 10.

Senator Glinn Virginia Hoover Luo Preglent

Pete McKenzie retrial prep draws seven witnesses called

The district court issued seven subpoenas for witnesses including Dr W J Johnson and Sheriff Alfonso Newsom Jr as the McKenzie retrial moves toward a family plea. Additional witnesses from county health and jail staff are sought while a larger courtroom is arranged for the proceedings.

W. J. Tohnson Siple Hospital de W. Smith State Hospital de. J. N J. A. McIntosh Tom Monaghue Alfonso Newstom Jr John Gareni McKenzie Fae Wate Pristin Persentel Horace Coon Tuines Britain Dick Ollhem John Mock Letustd Osburn Moore McFarlane Harrell Ue Ta Angiers Wert

British Cabinet Will Recognize Russia's Soviets

The British cabinet discussed resuming diplomacy with the Soviet government and the possible entry of exiled Bolshevik leader Trotsky into England. Sources say the issue was raised as part of talks on recognizing the Soviet regime and reestablishing relations.

Russia Tondon Teor ‘Trotsky England

Will Hays Divorced in Sullivan County Court

Will Hays, movie industry leader, was granted a divorce from Mrs Tirlen Hays in Sullivan County court yesterday. The case noted Hays as president of the Motion Picture Producers and Distributors of America and referenced the ongoing public attention to his divorce proceedings.

Will Hays Sullivan Will Tl. Hays Motion Picture Producers and Distributors of Amelia Sullivan County Mra. Tirlen

Funeral set for Texas Auto Man in Dallas

Funeral services will be held Saturday for The Most 44 a residential automobile man linked to the Texas Automobile association and the Dallas Automobile club, killed in a grade crossing accident yesterday.

Texas Dallas Texas’ Automouire Association Dallaa Automobile Club

Convicts Re-Captured After Clemens Prison Escape

Twenty eight of forty eight convicts who kidnapped guards and escaped from Clemens prison near here were accounted for. Seventeen captured by posses, ten at large in river bottoms, one body seen downstream, several wounded. Guards pursued through mosquito filled flats, seven more arrested by night. One fugitive surrendered, others chased across fields and roads. escape described as fourth at Clemens.

Tenas Conviels Clemens Prison Teem W. Mo Hickinen Clemens Farm Wernard Tarn Widen Sharch Tovrari Convinty Rensnin Joe Rowen Hornquaeters Fee Hailey Tom Nichols Maselwood Will Mille Tom Waite J. C Parker Toxsbe Jones Bailey Nichols Ronilen Anta Hogden Hickman Limbert Koved Farmer Cader Jane Watts Atansani Hazelwool Milly Here Ardroad Jones Sweeny

It Had to Come Sooner or Later It Had to Come Sooner or Later

A fragmented dispatch from Moscow references a forthcoming development across the nation. The garbled text mentions a club, officials, and symbols of aristocracy, hinting at political or social change unfolding amid confusion and disorder.

San Antonio City Battles Belgian Cement in Sewage Plant

City officials led by Mayor Chambers vow to block use of Belgian cement in a San Antonio sewage disposal plant project. A legal review and contractor dispute loom as six thousand barrels of Belgian cement reach the site. officials warn the city will not pay for imports.

San Antonio Kgidus Maz- Ofc MG Chambers J. Dulty Gharmbers United States Chater Maser Chambers Thealee Thomas J. Dobbs Jr Paul BE. Steff Ter Agecor Stettler Meron Ely

Mayors tax clash echoed in San Antonio dispute over values

Commissioner Bushick and Mayor Chambers clashed over downtown tax increases and reassessment plans in San Antonio. Bushick defended a June 1 reassessment to raise land values and equalize city properties, while Chambers cited an antiquated system and accused rising city budgets. The dispute centers on reassessment effects for downtown businesses versus small homeowners.

Raventown Bushick Vanek Bushiek C. M. Chambers Weltatson California Chambers San Anonnio Fghtighie Hushick JLAN Chamber Alamo San Antonio Dushick

Hubby Sits Near Wife, Show Closed

A theater in WALLINGTON BD was closed mid performance after a patron near a wife and husband caused disruption. The incident led to the show being halted and police or officials deeming the event unsafe. The disruption involved the couple adjusting seats and a complaint about public menace.

Hubby Wife Universal Sereter Wallington Dune Sir Huckpén Hollard Infeemouy Jehick Metalltz Pullva Nw Teel

Bishop Cannon Accused Of Using Church Office For Politics

NORFODE Yn ste 2L-)- Righoy Inmet Cannon Jr a militant crusader of the Methodist church was sharply criticized for using his bishop role to oppose a political candidate on religious grounds. The Knights of American Protestantism adopted the resolution at their convention closing session. The announcement came yesterday from the organization's national board of directors.

Norfode, Yn Righoy Inmet Cannon Jr Methodist Mpisropal Church Moath Methodist Church May Knights of American Protestantism Thei Hoged of

Tanker Aground Delays Steamer After Two Week Cruise

BEAUMONT June 21 A tanker Showsee with about twenty seven Lexans aboard ran aground near Port Arthur while steaming from the West Indies. The steamer was delayed several hours as the tanker was diverted and the show resumed toward port after the incident.

Beaumont Ateamship Angeavnd Arthur

Dawes to Attend British Conference

Ambass sailor Charles G. Dawes today accepted invitation to the British Empire Service League biennial conference to be held June 25. The Prince of Wales will preside at the dinner in London.

London Ambass Charles G. Dawes Empire Council British Empire Service League Solli Prince of Wales

Girl Accused of Killing Man in Starkville Shooting

In Starkville Miss Jung 21 is charged with the shooting death of Walter Bush 49 at Maven 260 miles west of here last night. The suspect face a possible murder charge and is held for the coroner and district attorney.

Man Starkville Miss Jung

Pearsall Ships Watermelons Amid Mixed Cargoes

Local report notes Pearsall shipped multiple cars of watermelons this week. The dispatch mentions additional freight including unnamed goods and other shipments, though the text is garbled with unclear terms and mis-spellings.

Ebarsall Tesag Tune BR Os

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