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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 25, 1929

Page

11

Testimony to Be Taken Wednesday in M Mackenzie Sanity Case

This front page ledger describes the ongoing insanity trial of McKenzie. The prisoner will be brought to court as testimony resumes Wednesday. A new panel of jurors was drawn after a lengthy voir dire, with both sides exercising peremptory challenges. We learn about defenses and prosecutions regarding insanity and the hereditary angle, plus details of juror qualification and church affiliations considered.

M’kenzie Boise Enuuty Lamar Beyligson Bion J.B. Unir Jolied Hair Hiv Ween MckKenzie Helerton Bogun Tut Ta Ane Bane Jade McCrorye Tle Lumar Seelitson Simmons Heseforce Bal Cought eeNulge McCkoty McKengie Ibel

Debate Over McKenzie Case Reveals Death Penalty Tensions

In a turbulent courtroom, questions about McKenzie's sanity at the time of the act sparked fierce debate. Jurors opposed to capital punishment faced challenges, while defense and prosecution clashed over legal procedure. A tense exchange where A H Laur offered a friendship for the judge intensified calls for a fair trial, as suppression of opposition and race-related protests surfaced among the panel.

Als AL OH Gruwford Simmons Laux Mann Simmona Sarcas ‘Tiealy Tinale Ihugbler

New Masonic Officers Installed Across Three Lodges in City

Three lodges held a joint installation ceremony at the Masonic building on Rivk montoyenue and Camden street. San Antonio Lodge No. 1079 installed Ian J Brown as worshipful master with Vernon S. Lutts and dol J Rick ter as senior and junior wardens, while Albert Pike Lodge No. 1160 noted officers including Ty A. Kerry as secretary and Pryor Tunstall as junior deacon, with Victory Lodge No. 3160 and others presenting their own line of officers and talismans.

Mansiile Montoyenue Camden Street Mohvinin M. Goldstrin Monter Albert Pike Lodge W. H. Dnck Toll Albert Pike Iny B. Asres Victory Lodge San Antonio Ian J Brown Vernon S. Lutts Dol J. Rickter Tom le Glem B. Garry TA. Noxes Vielars Lodge Atables E. T. Wirmern W. Chatfield Jr OS Hoe Tenasurer Wilvou G. TE. Tehbere Denomt Straus Grimshaw Ileaeas Jobn 1 Meilz

San Saba Couple Celebrates 60th Wedding Anniversary

In San Saba Texas on June 24, J W Kath, described as the town’s oldest resident, and his wife marked their sixtieth anniversary with a family reunion at their Colony home. About 20 descendants attended alongside several listed relatives and families in attendance.

San Bara Tesas J. W. Kath Gia Badin Eouny Young Colony Beyengeontermidahiniren Mre. HL White Mr. W. 1 Fred Lownaend Say Sabo Tf Kolb Fing GL Kolb Jr

Cuban Agent Hag Self Smuggled to USA

Miami reports a Cuban agent Jose Ding Ancos rive allegedly smuggled himself into the United States aboard the yacht Delirio with 11 aliens. The group, charged with roles in a smuggling ring, paid between 200 and 800 dollars each for passage to Florida. Federal operatives credited the agent with aiding the roundup.

Miami Fla Gubin Secret Service Burt United States Florile Flavona Jose Ding Ancosrive Florida Federal Operaton

Immigration Men in Tower Building

The Warrior immigration office will be at home in the Smith Young Tower building after Saturday according to William A Whalen superintendent. The department will be located on seven floors on twelfth floor entrance at 817. Phone numbers will be used.

Warrior Immigration Office Smith-Young William A. Whalen

Mobs, markets, and the drift toward prosperity in a restless era

A fragmented account notes mob violence in a Muslim context, a Wall Street credit surge, and looming dividend and tax themes. It comments on Uncle Sam, Mellon income estimates, and a general aura of economic hope amid volatility, urging attention to making prosperity real.

Mellon

Wade Stock Show Plans at Exposition Grounds

The event, touted as the year’s largest livestock exposition, was approved Tuesday by exposition manager Charles Tobin and board member Sam Heller. Directors met at the Gunes hotel to finalize plans, noting most livestock men stay busy in spring and fall would be a simpler fit.

Charlea Tobin Sam Hell Wea Gunes Hotel Coesiay Nevs

Probe to Start in Three Months in Political Row

Velenda lire says Nolte conducted a first‑rate inquiry while here and held a conference with top allies. Fiery debates, a Chanson vacation, and a large Washington patronage probe follow as committee members clash over the patronage sales matter.

Velenda Lire Nolte Dy Crenzer Senninr Brockhart Hays Umoelight Washington Vox Sila Heh

San Saba cattle shipments report and local sales

June shipments from San Saba include 11.20 steers from J. Walker and Hinyard, 145 lambs sold by B. Opp at Llano, and 32600 sheep from the Yalea and Burke ranches. Cattle and sheep markets in Menard and surrounding counties noted with mixer cattle from Fort Worth.

San Saba Tesag J. 2. Walker Fort Worth Walker Y Hinyard Hought HW. B. Opp Llano

American Accused in Briton's Death

An American was brought to London today charged with manslaughter in the death of Alfred Graham who died from injuries after a car crash on a Bath road. The trial commenced at the Central Criminal Court with the defendant facing the charge.

Grote End Read London Afred Graham Bath

City Begins Phone Call to AnSher For Rate Case

Anson city officials prepare a formal brief in the Southwestern Bell Telephone rate case with city attorney Bruce W. Teagarden leading for the city. Attorneys say a supplemental brief may be filed and a ruling could come in the fall after further filings and possible delays.

Southwestern Bell Telephone Company Citae Tyne Bruce W. Teagarden le City Stillrosilig Ant Lee UL. Tickytt Jr Silt eWe Tudge Toseph Dihrell Wengarden Thor Ng

Judge Impatient Halts Testimony and Fines Woman

In corporation court Miss T Cheatham an 80 year old schoolteacher was fined 5 for impeding testimony. The judge halted the proceedings after a defense attempt involved moving blocks of wood on a chaotic scene related to the case against Tos Tucker and Buckner.

Dave Watson T. Cheathaat Bsaker Street Corporation Court Tos Tucker West Auditorian Buckner H Iad Aliss Cheatham Junge Sabe Sithout Rucknor Aine Watson

Judge Referees Bout Between Officer, Driver

In Corporation court on Tuesday Judge Lave Watson refereed a dispute between Officer Datson and driver Hardie Torre. The case, heard on North Market Street near Heema, involved conflicting traffic signals with the officer claiming a red light and the driver contending it was green. The judge noted it was a word against his with a $3 payment by the driver.

Sheuark J. Hardie Muney Corporation Court Heema Wad Ft. Mark Omms Datson Dudge Lave Watson

Corpus Port Sets New Record and Cotton Crop Rise

Corpus Christi officials predict a record year as the Corpus port and surrounding region anticipate strong cotton crops. Chamber of commerce manager cites Nueces County base values from twelve to fifteen million dollars and local farmers expect large yields in the Corpus Christi area.

Cornus Christian Weis New Porte Firmex Wrime Corpus Chelsti

Victor Gonzales Fined Twice for Parking in Driveway

Victor Gonzales of Main Street was fined $2 by Judge Dave Watson for parking in a driveway in the 200 block of North St. Marys. A traffic officer previously warned him to stop Deliveries on Seam Sig Track.

Menng Nae Ne Victor Gonzales Bol Mainmoung Street Citerdlay i Corporation Cour Dave Watson FL Click Gonzanes North St. Mary's Aleott Deliveri

Ed Cross Life Saving Tests Held At City Pool

About 67 students trained in life saving at Fort Hall University under S A Slaw director. Classes ran from morning to afternoon with attendance steady. The camp opened with emphasis on Hill methods and danger rescue, including mock pranks. Equipment and training moved to Fourth Street auditorium for the practice session. Local business notices appear alongside camp results and plans for future training sessions.

G. MT Bor Soin Leuston Fort Hall Uuuston S.A. Slaw Mok Life Saving Corps Ubeemy Emmy Lave

Presbyterian Board Looks at Proposed University Site

A presbyterian board led by Darrick Haoka of Tina conferred with five others examining a university site near the old Stowers ranch, 1, L miles north of the city. The group toured the Land, attended luncheon, and will host a dinner as they consider San Antonio as a possible location depending on the committee’s reaction.

Chamber Porter A. Whaley Frederick Terrell Thomas Etheridge P. B. Hill First Presbyterian Ehurch Aluwe Country Club Memlers Chiron B. A Pedew Houston William A. Vinson Austin Thodes Baker Dallae J. 2. McCord Goleman J. B. Jarratt San Antonio Unon Wharley Sail

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