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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 30, 1928

Page

3

Tamest Democratic Convention Ends as Delegates Return Home

Texans proud and the June feature fades. The article notes the convention lacked spectacle and energy of past meetings. It credits the Smith organization led by Alfred Be the brains of the Iowa campaign and the absence of William Jennings Bryan’s leadership as key factors. The text reflects on the internal dynamics of party machines and delegate sentiment.

Houston Ij House Smith Organizaont Alrectod Agnint Smith William Jennings Uren

Texan pride at convention praised for harmony

The report lauds Texas for calm, united conduct at a major convention. It notes minimal personal clashes, strong hospitality, and efficient housing, with San Antonio and other Texas cities praised for orderly handling and courtesy to visitors from across the country.

Remembering When Col Harvey Skipped a Shave

A vivid anecdote recalls Colonel A. M. Harvey, judge advocate of the Thirty third Division under General George Bell. The moment featured General Tell remarking on Harvey’s stubble and Harvey joking he would shave in five minutes. The tale highlights Harvey as a prominent Republican figure and former Kansas governor.

Treit A. M. Harvey Hird George Bell Harvey Kansas Tarvey Teell Tate Berg Iarvey Tell Marvey

Texas Delegates Debate Voting and Convention Energy

Reports from Austin recount a fractious Democratic convention in which resolutions commending Texas representation were debated. Moves to cast Texas’ 40 woter for Davis failed at a caucus, with Rob­inson nomination seen as more secure. Observers noted fatigued crowds, fiery orators, and a chaotic, three-ring atmosphere amid lingering controversy.

Mouseton Texas A. J. Wirtz Seguio 14Th Edgar DB. Davis Fenna Senntor Robinson Bogle Doerne Senator Gore Oklahoma Lexnis Buddy

B Face Charge After Rooting Riot Claims

Minden Maine June 36 Warrants charging six persons with attempted murder and inciting to riot were issued after a shooting yesterday at Western Coal and Mining Company No 23 union officials Warrants name Warr y Murr secretary treasurer and James Skahan president. Notices served on Bure. two union officials expected to appear to post bond pending September arraignment.

Minden Yeateriiy Umnion Western’ Coal and Mining Company No. 23 Twarry Murr James Skahan Ile Bure Kelly Doh Garrett

Jeanne Engels testifies on alleged cruelty in Chicago court

Jeanne Engels describes assaults by Milward Tarris Coy a former football star married to her in August. She says he struck and shook her in one incident and a busy court day follows her testimony and her mother’s as Judge Sabath agrees to hear her accounts.

Chicago Jeanne Engels Shelley Tom Tivoree Milward Tarris Ted) Coy Owen Wis Miss Engels Falla Inglin Milway Vautlesille Sabath West Coat

Balloonists of Seven Nations Launch Classic Race

Detroit June 84 premier balloonists from seven nations lined up for the start of the Groton Bennett race. The lighter-than-air craft event drew twelve entries and was set to begin at the Horri airport near dawn. Three balloons from the United States, three from Germany, and one each from France Denmark Switzerland Argentina and Belgium compose the field.

Detroit Tony Hag Hori Bpdy United States Germany Imp Erance Denmark Switzerland Argentina Belgium

Voters Repudiate Dry Law Changes in Fargo

North Dakota voters repudiate an effort to repeal the statewide prohibition law after a Wednesday primary. Returns show the measure defeated by a margin around six thousand, a result that will influence the state legislature’s approach to the dry issue. Advertisement mentions fireworks and druggists with limited readable text.

Fargo M. 1 North Dakota Wrednesday Thor

Smith Pledges Campaign On Record In Albany

Governor Smith outlines how he would govern if elected and rejects canned speeches. He plans to tour New York City, meet national committee members, attend July events, and address voters in his own language, while campaigning across Albany and Bear Mountain activities are noted amid rain delays.

Albany Jone Smith Nul Bat Ledo Tix U.S Thorn Prin Ziples New York City City Hall Ie Holida Alten Bos Bear Mountain

G.O.P to Campaign With Melody of Onward Soldiers

In Boston on June 40 the Republican national committee announced a major campaign effort led by Congressman Franklin Port of New Jersey to rally support with the march like tune Onward Soldiers. The bid emphasizes mobilizing voters through music as part of the GOP effort.

G.O.P Toston Ren Franklin Bort Neww Jersey Storstary Republican’ National Committee

Colby Alimony Case Stirs Court In New York

Mrs Nathalie Colby seeks 15000 in back alimony from Bainbridge Colby former secretary of state in a Springfield Court proceeding. Judge Nabale terms the demeanor scandalous and flagrantly improper as Thirke Kollis's counsel presses the claim.

Colby New York Mune &C—G Nathalie Mncuit Bainbeldge Yaa Orderer Ninpe Saprenta Court Nabale Uday Nain Thirke Kollis

Polish Airmen Ready For Start To United States Flight

Two Polish airmen Satkowsky and Kabat prepare for a voyage from Villacoubay to Te Lompet and onward to the United States. They plan to take off from the Atlantic flight base at 60017 as conditions allow.

Patuis Jung Walish Satkowsky Kabat Villacoubiay Te Lompet Tiller Place United States

Lovers in Play Wed After Three Years

Chicago report notes that Helen Hahn of Detroit and Roy Unbeigh, formerly lovers on Northwestern campus, renewed affection during a campus homage. They later married, resuming their relationship after four years apart, with Hahn balancing teaching duties.

Chicago Northwestern University Helen Nahn Detroit AL. Roy Miss Hahn Fae Corps

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