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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1928

Page

8

AL SMITH WING APPELLATION A FIGHTER OF FACTS

Albany June 29. EB Smith the "happy warrior" nominated for the presidency by the Democratic party grew from a New York summer cradle to a 25 year political career. He combines fighter grit with humor, a devout Catholic family man image, and a skill for adapting speech to audience. He recalls his early days as a news boy and shop clerk and stresses that fighting for worthy ends has defined his life.

Albany N.Y EB Smith Democratic Party Hich Iuiberlees Bay New York United States Smith Crell Skogele Hether Bisclora Altove Bern Katherine Dunn Ile Ennoys Hinan Aftaire

Arkansas Senator Chosen By Meet On First Ballot

The Democratic National Convention nominated Senator Robinson of Arkansas for vice president on the first ballot after a lengthy display of support from numerous delegations. Speakers praised his honesty and legislative record as the crowd reacted with strong applause and rising cheers across many states.

Arkansas Hoss A. A. Stanley Kentucky Heliler Aleve WY. Kerkley Staney Starles Harkiey Cherrs W. Orr Charan Idaho Rosa N. PY. Sealy Iowa Robinson Sorith Benator Robinson Mary ‘J. Serton Kew Terses Slater J. A. DfeDowrel Mar Fiova Oklahoma Abe

Yon Ormy Woman Bitten by Snake on Porch

A Yon Ormy woman asleep on her front porch was bitten by a snake. She was treated at Robert Green hospital and remained under care Friday after relatives notified doctors. The incident occurred early Thursday. authorities reported the snake was killed.

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Fishermen Report See Amundsen Plane on June 18

Oslo dispatch says three Gishing men from Dear Tshand reported spotting a plane on June 18 believed to be the Latham. The craft flew very low over Weir Island area with Roth Assurdesn aboard, prompting renewed interest from local fishermen.

Amundsen Oslo Norway Horetad Tshand Waneau Latham Roth Assurdesn Weir Island

Von Hindenburg Grandfather in First Grandson Birth

An article reports that Von Hindenburg has become a grandfather as his grandson is welcomed by the family. The tone notes the wartime era and mentions the mother and child, with references to the surrounding relatives.

Negro Shot and Killed After Domestic Dispute

Andrew Tapp Young 37 of 1110 North Zarramora Street was shot in the back and killed Friday morning during a dispute with his wife. Te a Young 20 and witnesses Seaton and Lizzie Carter were present. Deputies and officers arrived at the scene.

Andrew (Tapp) Young Zarramora Street Way Traveuife Tea Tee Young Seaton Lizzie Carter Sheriff's Office Pallee

High Waters Cause Major Damage in Kentucky Flood

Floods in Kentucky cause extensive damage with estimated losses around 500000 dollars. Residents report water damage along riverbanks and disrupted services as officials warn of further rises. This fragmentary report notes high water levels and road closures amid ongoing emergency conditions.

Jung Bezington Fou Fates

Brock Charged In Swindling Case At Sluchonnet Hotel

Brock faced two complaints filed Friday over alleged check fraud totaling 58.23 dollars and 21 pounds. Authorities say the offenses occurred at the Sluchonnet hotel, with Throck and Fallin cited in the charges.

Brock Jullien

Smith Keeps Leads in Convention Night Drama

Governor Smith secures his party’s nomination amid a crowded Laguna executive mansion gathering. Relatives, supporters, and a theaterlike moment as he enters with a large bouquet, while delegates react and the crowd tightens around the radio room awaiting the final result. He jokes about votes, thanks friends, and issues a brief postter announcement praising family support as the convention begins.

Laguna Terry Lee Hall Guyerkor Yiouk Gover Ebal de Acine Vane Auuuids Jetiereva Ridewulba New York

Northern Democrats rally amid election nerves and market lift

The piece notes Northern white Democrats presenting their position at a gathering while prices rise on Wall Street. It mentions Canada sending funds, gold moving to Europe, and casual remarks on the election mood. Senator Robinson is cited about a money plan and a flag banner appears in New Jersey.

Canada Europe France Wall Street Walt Ars Cornelius New Terser Robinson

Police funding dispute undercuts city force

Commissioner Wright critiqued the police department’s staffing, noting only about 30 officers on duty and a shift split that leaves no one active around the clock. He blamed a reduced force since Mayor Kam Belt’s administration and argued current pay and budget fail to match needs per Texas city peers.

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Armed Guards Sought by Banks and Stores

Recruitment drives for armed guards expand after a Wave of crime. Ex Navy men and plainclothes guards are being sought for banks and mercantile firms, with naval reservists urged to contact local recruiting stations to bolster security against further robberies.

Natal Trekeipmuok Lalse Cruiling Atamo Pinza

Maury in Jam and San Antonio Conclave Renders Local Tales

A San Antonio crowd narrates Maury Maverick's misadventures in a smoky hotel, with talk ranging from cabbages and kings to New York charity plans for orphans. Judge Amann discusses state care and widowed mothers while Hayden and other figures loom over the city’s political fringe.

Houston San Antoniang Tn Peater Rogera King Ranch Rimgsville Dail Ruth Hey San Antonio Maury Maverick New York Mayty Altusy Melerk Io San Antoniana Amann W Merk Texas Nes Demight San Aptosta Litte Pyen Forum T Washington

Votes by States From Page One

Fragmented list shows votes by states and territories for a figure named Robinson and others across multiple jurisdictions including Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and more. The garbled OCR cites numbers like 24 14 16 20 and mentions Canal Zone and Virgin Islands amid a dense roster.

Litah Robison Oss Vermont Robinson Virgintz Robinton Washington West Virgints Wisconsin Radidiom Wyoming B. Robinton Alatia Robinson Distelet of Columbia Tebin Adn Dawah Reobinaga Inlisaine Teland Mahineon Porlg Itica

Smith's Victory Pleasing League in Geneva News

The article notes Governor Amieh's victory pleasing the league, with Houston interest and closer cooperation with the League of Nations. It compares Terbert Hoover's prominence in Geneva to Goretenr Smith and cites officials’ views on the governor's executive record amid wartime actions.

Geneva Orernor Amieh Houston New York Gavemar Avord League of Natlore Rome Terbert Hoover Goretenr Smith Albotr

39 Air Students Pass in Big Review

In a rare aviation display, 39 air students completed a high profile review at Teonke field. Rising in two formations the AO alurent pilots staged the event, with 18 planes in the first formation and 21 in the second. The show featured social review elements and marked the training's culmination before pointe ty Really doth fox specialization.

New Methods Debated At Political Convention

Royal S. Copeland reports from Tiugston on a university service produced convention scene. Delegates grow tired and noisy with demonstrations from Kemp, Howell, and Reed supporters. questions about changing presidential selection and the influence of weather, meals, hours, and stress on delegates. A coincidental return of Cal Halsey with a souvenir badge adds a lighter note to the tense proceedings.

Royal S. Copeland Hee Tork Isaac Co Halsey

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