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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 24, 1929

Page

7

McKenzie Sanity Hearings Begin as Court Selects Jurors

McKenzie, the accused Slayer, is moved to Flintaville prison for examination by state hospital experts. Dr. T N. Goodson and Dr. W A Toluson supervise, with two days to three needed for a full mental evaluation. Warden Harrell sought to have McKenzie testify in sworn form. defense lawyers consented.

T. N. Goodson W. A. Toluson San Antonio State Hospital State Hospital Harrell Bia Dupes Flintaville Srnd Johnson San Antonio McKensiee Jacklorey Whit Speer J. L. Ing Speer Wels Flores McKenzie Pete Pele Len ‘Uly Flores Flores Alerift Nm Jook Gother Dee W. W. Johnson

Weather Scene Includes Clouds and Rain Across Regions

Fragmented OCR shows mixed forecast notes for multiple places with cloudy spells and possible thunderstorms. Mentions breezy nights, chances of showers, and variable temperatures across cities such as Canberra, Toledo, and Washington with scattered sunny intervals.

Pete is a condemned man in Ninety-fourth District court

The article describes the danger and fate surrounding Meleénzle and Pete, detailing the defense, the jury’s likely verdict, and the emotional strain. It notes Meleénzle’s transfer to San Antonio, the ожидаемые trial dates, and the presence of visiting experts and supporters, with focus on the nervous anticipation and imminent execution.

Motley crowd gathers for McKenzie sanity hearing

A large public crowd packed Kasourt House as John McKenzie stands trial for a prior shooting case. Police blocked corridors while jurors were selected, and reporters noted the tense atmosphere and anxious onlookers awaiting proceedings.

Mkenzie

Rabbit men organize body in the Rio Grande Valley

In Brownsville on June 2 a meeting in Alamo formed The Fox Secante Rabbit Growers Association. Ted Wigton of Alamo was named president and Earl Stugard of Alamo secretary. Rabbits raised include Chinebilla reds and whites, Flemish giants, Graye and whites. District plans to attend the Fort Worth national cabbyit covention December 9 to 18 as delegates for the valley group.

Brownsville Tin Grande Valley Alamo Fuo Ted Wigton Alois Earl Stugard Renauer California Hell Fort Worth

Two Killed When Auto Overturns on Bankbeat Highway

A night crash on Bankbeat Highway 30 miles west of town left Jaren Prickerd and Frank donis of Ty Springs dead when their automobile rolled over. A third passenger sustained injuries though not specified.

Teans We 24 Jaren Prickerd Frank Donis Ty Springs Rolle Tere Ciard Pasneneae

Stab Wounds Fatal to Farmer Near Paleatine

Stab wounds proved fatal to a farmer on a Mier aring road north of Paleatine. Investigating reports say tenant Lockert was arrested after the incident. Police suspect quarrel led to the fatality and are holding Lockert as a person of interest.

Palestunt Texan UFW Miley Paleatine Walfe Wiunia

Probe death of wife in Bowie County Texas

In Hoston Texas on June 24 the Bowie County grand jury heard evidence in the death of Mrs Orin Wis 17 who died at her home near here. Her husband Oma Nix was held at a nearby jail after violence was feared and a dog died after ingesting what was suspected to be poison. The body was exhumed for stomach contents tests by a chemist. authorities pursued the case.

Hoston Texas Orin Wis Turaday Bowie Cousanty Geomet Jury Tody Joob Ara Nix Oma Mia

Judge Luby on Road to Recovery

Judge Luby, president of the Pioneer Freighters, is nearing recovery after heat stroke in Loreto. A reported flight records a trip from Winburn field to Laredo with Thad Rha and Mrs Shafer accompanying, as another passenger, Alex Hlafer, is noted.

Tweive Luby Pioneer Loreto Motilas Ace Varding Fa Mel Alex Hlafer Anan Stremet Findnuighter Winburn Field Laredo Thad Rha St. Anthony Hole Shafer Tlnay Nokes

Stresemann Lands Reparations Plan

Berlin reports Chancellor Stresemann presented the German reparations plan to the Reichstag, praising the Young Plan as a better path than the Mawea plot. He faced stinging nationalist criticism in a tense session, with analysts noting a decisive speech.

Berlin UPI Reichstag Chasier Stresemannn Elk Todae Brilliantis Pion Mawea

Not Guilty Plea in Acquittal Case at County Court

The jury hears a not guilty plea from Nook Poge Gre and associates as the case from Briley travels through the court. The prosecutor challenges misread indictments while a witness and host keeper charge are noted, reflecting a tense courtroom moment in the county proceedings.

Fragmented Read On Crime and Industry Influence

A garbled article discusses a murder case with Inspector Snook seeking insanity defense and the electric chair as punishment. It shifts to industry mentions about Standard Oil, synthetic benzine, and German competition, reflecting contemporary debates on crime, punishment, and corporate power.

Smith's Seconder Dies in Fort Dodge

Vola Smith's seconder, F Hentz aged 66, died today in Fort Dodge after a robe lness. He was a long time State Democratic leader and a delegate to national conventions. He helped organize the Iowa Smith-Republic club years prior.

Fort Dodge Vola F. Hentz Alfred F. Smith Houston Eivit Towa Smith-Rebluco Club

Blood Given Boy Seven Times to Save Life

A 14 year old boy in New York state faced a critical condition as doctors performed multiple transfusions to stabilize his fading life. The efforts included transfusions and medical procedures, with uncertainty about his recovery and further care required.

Tone Che’ Mwe Areorge Mosher Bir Soren Bina

Fragmented Santa Monica Newswire Snippets Stir Public Curiosity

A garbled Santa Monica notice mentions health therapy, government changes, and a rumored contract with Revised Hills papers in Monawey. It hints at a weekend motorcycle ride to New York, then laments rising crime and aging society nationwide with bleak tone and scattered names.

Aly Annie Na Revedy Hills Monawey Azhurance

Brown Leader at Oghreich College Honors Poll

The college department honor poll for the senior year lists the top 10 in the department announced by President J. J. Delones and Colows. Names include Mernart Brown, John wuren, Higeinn Fields, Lehmerbeck Jr, James Huckaby, James Tre Cox, Del Trio, Levi Wensing, Kerrville respondent, and others from Trinity to San Angelo. The ranking highlights Schmerleck of Wereville as a high contender.

Kermele Lewes Jone Keregille Dob Jobs Palacios Peter Word Terrell Rorgins Christi Levit Husbonis Leakey James 2 Huckaby Dun Zeemid

Man Kills Wife Shots Two Falls Under Police Fire

In Tong Brach California on June 21 1924 John Keller aged 24 shot and killed his wife Edilie Fink a neighbor and wounded a police officer. He opened fire during a panic at a rink causing chaos before surrendering two hours later after resisting police.

Tong Brach Calif Tohn Keller Edilie Fink Rome Keller

Woman Accused of Slaying Her Former Husband

In Sacramento Mrs Mary Starback, 31, is being questioned in connection with the slaying of her former husband Freibert J. Slashack, 20. Investigators say she had previously been known as the woman behind her former neighbor Toby. The case centers on a fatal shooting Saturday night in her apartment.

Sacramento Mary Starback Freibert J. Slashack Amy Anshackad Toby

Unrest in New York Leaves Black Community in Turmoil

Reported riots in New York describe Black residents and allies clashing with police near Liberty Hall. Crowds threw bottles and missiles as public safety units responded with gear and orders, amid rumors of a Curvey Club gathering. Many injuries noted, details incomplete in fragmented notes.

New York Mariem Universat Negi Lin Welanded Ameentrance Indir Liberty Hall Curvey Club Tivel Magia Jwerting

Nat Lewis Sells Land for Fifty Thousand Dollars

Nat Lewis, owner of a tract on extension near Fourth Street and 40 Auditorium area, agreed to sell land for fifty thousand dollars to D. Dobbs and others. The deal includes extending a street line and corresponds to a landmark project tied to the property.

Ols Thele Fourth Street Siaza Maz Hay Nat Lewis Ihanint Tre al Prpett Nvms Aeicyes D. Dobbs Mi Ex

Envoy to Liberia Fever Strikes US Mission

A dispatch reports an envoy bound for Liberia shows fever symptoms delaying travel. The note mentions American delegation and health concerns as officials prepare medical oversight amid the trip.

McDaniel Murder Death Case Noted In 1922 Fatal Stabbing

Mrs Charlotte McDaniel was stabbed to death after alighting from a bus near Erickabueg couch and Nupth tonary sleet. District reports say Daniel fatally stabbed through the heart. her husband was later acquitted on related charges. Services for McDaniel held Monday at 100 Lombrado street, with her mother and five brothers among survivors.

Yerier SduDaniel Charlotte McDaniel Daniel Monda Noon Mr. McDaniel Mie Martha Geissler Lombrado Street Joseph Wableip Kellyfield Matricks Wittsburgh

Gunmen Gather as Capone Tries to Get Freedom

Philadelphia reports chaotic scenes as Capone attempts escape from Homeshurr prison. Gunmen, bitter rivals and unknown associates, swarm the city fearing a violent confrontation. Officials scramble to secure streets while factions threaten public safety.

Capone Philadelphia Chicago Chieags

Epworth League Meeting Opens at Fort Worth Campus

Epworth League activities begin on the college campus with a meeting featuring an address by Dr. E. Bronl, president of Wormon's college. A banquet at 7 p.m. will close the day's program. The group aims to organize the summer conference and proceed with the central task of the league's gathering.

Foit Worth Gine Tesuing Ives Tex- Ok Wormdin e+ velennles Brgan Co Aluday Vesion EE. Bronl Worn Vollope

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