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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1928
Page
1
A fragmented 1920s style column mocks usury and farmer woes. Arthur Brisbane discusses platform promises, government charges, and market trust, urging caution as they clash with workers and industry.
Tonight and Sunday are expected to be mild but cloudy with temperatures around 54 degrees in Minbatiny Lon and winds from the coast. Light to moderate northeast to northwest gusts near the coast. temperatures near Salt and West Tern, with continued warmth and unsettled conditions through Sunday.
A cucumber like vegetable, three feet long and snake shaped, grows on a Beane county farm near Martinez. Local cafe owner Alex Krsuh notes its hard gourd like exterior and watermelon family hints, but dissection is needed to confirm. No definitive identification available.
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The Madrid correspondent of the journal claims, from a well informed source, that Spanish dictator De Rivera and Senora Rita Mercedes Castelanos have reconciled and will marry secretly. The engagement was reportedly broken previously, with the dictator’s fiancé linked to stock market speculation. The ceremony is not to be announced until after it takes place.
A tenant named Mink Whitchell, one of two Americans kidnapped by bandits on June 20, escaped and reached a newspaper office in Mexico City. Whitchell and accomplice Hooper had been held for a $1500 ransom.
A burglary occurred Saturday at a residence on Honth Votiels abreel, resulting in the loss of a ring, cash, and a diamond. Police headquarters reported the incident as a burglary case with valuables taken from the home of A.W. deineay.
Amid salvos over the dry plank, delegates at the New York convention urged a one-voice push to nominate Smith of New York for president. Arthur Harton and Bishop James Crannan urged a dry platform, while Senator Walsh of Montana praised the convention’s unity as party tensions surfaced.
A tornado chased a motor auto along Thompson River district causing destruction as families fled. The vehicle sped to safety while witnesses saw lava-like paths and homes damaged. One person injured. pursuit ends with the family reaching ground safely.
Hubert Work plans resignation from the Interior Department in Washington and will travel to Trempealeau Wisconsin to make the formal notice. President Coolidge is expected to relieve Work of his post as secretary, with road ahead detailing changes in the western campaign maneuver and staff assignments.
Clanion Pa June 1. An attempted flight from Jacksonville Florida to Buenos Aires is planned by Capt Arthur Arghca of New York with start around August 1. Captain Angled, piloting a plane owned by J C Denny IX of New York, landed here during a heavy rainstorm while en route to Detroit.
Prohibition agents arrested ten men and seized hundreds of bottles of whiskey and beer during raids on an area of San Antonio. Two Bexar officers aided the operation and were reportedly jailed briefly before posting bonds. Several establishments reportedly faced investigations as authorities collected liquor from multiple depots and distribution points.
Adolph Grasao of the Retail Merchants Association led a conference in San Antonio to discuss expanding the police force. Acting Mayor Wright and City Commissioners planned meetings with merchants and hotel leaders to address crime and public safety. Mayor Chambers, in Houston, signaled support for a larger police staff, with the intention to raise Wright’s budget to fund more officers.
Master Sergeant William Bennett of Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Ohio is commended by General James Rechelt for bravery in a national elimination event. Bennet piloted a balloon with Walter Chambers and offered to sacrifice wheels to save Chambers during a severe storm hurled toward the ground near town.
MENICO CITY June 30 47 The department of treasury announces that President Calles would expel all foreigners engaged in smuggling. The decision follows six series of smuggl ing operations uncovered since the dismissal of Gen. Jose A Alvares from the presidential staff for alleged contraband running activities.
An American nation milestone marked by a bronze tablet placed at Brunswick docks. The event recalled 32 years since founding the first permanent English colony in America with An Anglo American gathering. Local figures and Smith family were noted in the brief ceremony.
Fred Saviter of 114 King Avenue South San Antonio died Friday night from injuries after a car crash at South Zarramoca Street and Wrady Boulevard. Funeral services set for Sunday afternoon at St Josaphat Catholic Church with Rev. PLA Crane officiating.
Aged individuals narrowly escape a burning residence as firemen rescue them from a teeming blaze. The victims were saved unharmed after they were trapped inside the home before firefighters arrived.
President Coolidge will not commit to Wis future plans before leaving office. Officials in Superior report he has given no consideration to the matter and does not intend to decide before his departure from the executive offices.
In Managua the Conservative party remained split over its presidential candidate amid factional bitterness. Leaders briefed reporters that the selection may depend on the national election term, with Gon Tronk Re McCoy among those mentioned as leading contenders.
A Robertson Aircraft pilot from Little Rock vanished after taking off for St Louis. The missing craft, carrying photographs of the Democratic National Convention in Houston, was last reported near Deslavi. Authorities launched an air search.
Lord Pentland, a 20 year old English peer, arrived in London aboard the liner Amuyetanias. The article notes his dual roles as engineroom oiler and a passenger, with the date given as June 30. The phrasing is garbled but indicates his ocean crossing and active work aboard ship.
Mexico City reports federal troops repulsed insurgents on Carria mountain slope. Insurgents overtaken and fled leaving their feed behind as details promised later. Military authorities did not state casualty figures or exact numbers.
Washington dispatch reports Lieutenant Fri Néléon to resign from the army air corps tonight citing age and rank frustrations. The flyer, once slated for world record flights, faces departure amid internal disputes and personal disillusionment with military duties.
San Antonio police believe two ex convicts linked to a wrecked car may connect to two daylight robberies. Detectives recovered the damaged vehicle downtown and questioned the suspects who denied involvement in the Light robbery and Sherry's hold up. Both maintain they were not present, as officers continued to press for confessions.
Mrs Jer seph B Dickson of Park Avenue New York reported a theft in London West End hotel. She returned from a golf outing to find her apartment door closed and later found her jewel case opened with jewelry valued at about 25000 missing.
Dallas county grand jury indicts Jie 40 Howe a barber in connection with a fatal shooting. Authorities identify the victim as Salunas of Oo in Dallas. The indictment details the charges and the events leading to the shooting at a local Dallas scene.
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