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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 30, 1929

Page

2

Pete McKenzie Insane Fate After Death Penalty Delay

John McKenzie, condemned for murder, lies in the courtroom shadow while a judge ponders reprieves and a transfer to an asylum. The jury finds him insane. he remains motionless as officials decide if he will be sent to a state hospital or an asylum in Austin or Terrell.

Aloe McKenzie Januerts Jndre McCrory McKenzi Dan Mott Perry Robertson Alfonso Newton Jr State Hospital San Antonio Austin Terrell Faberteen Fudge McCrory McKensie Red Room Nergas M'Kenzie Jobs Mmckenzie Denulies James John M Pete

Piloted Flight Fails in Fort Worth Air Record Attempt

Mechanical issues crippled Martha Jensen's bid to break the Fort Worth air record aboard the "Three Musketeers" as the endurance flight reached 600 p.m. The event lacked a bright angle and Will Ulrich, a comrade of Tensen, rushed to Nassau Hospital in Min after touching the card.

Martha Jensen Fort Worth Will Ulrich Tensen Nassau

Cement Aaw Taken 10 Court Controversy Over Belgian Cement

A weeks long dispute between the city and a contractor over foreign Belgian cement in a $1,225,010 sewer disposal plant led to a district court injunction action. Judge Iain Sturdy and Judge DuPuy preside as the contractor seeks to bar Mayor C. M. Chambers and the city commission from stopping the use of the Belgian cement.

Iain Sturdy J. DuPuy Aocation C. M. Chambers

Hawks Explain Reason For Cross Country Record Hops

Captain Hawks explains transcontinental flight aims to prove practical cross country aviation. He notes era of short hops with fuel limits, compares favorably to Lindbergh era, and describes winds, routes, and weather during test trips from New York to Los Angeles and back.

Hawks New York Los Angeles

Unclear trial reports and wartime aviation notes

Fragmented account describes a tense courtroom scene with a convict showing no emotion after verdict while family reacts. The text also covers aviation attempts including the Three Musketeers episode, gas logistics, and reflections on long-distance flight tests and safety concerns.

McKenzie Death Row Fate Reconsidered After Prolonged Fight

In a lengthy Texas case dating back to September 1927, McKenzie was condemned for the murder of Chief of Selective Sim Street. After a swift trial in Bexar County, he received the electric chair, with governors Moody and later an extended reprieve contesting the conviction. Final pleas rested on insanity and heredity claims as appeals stretched into ninety-fourth district court hearings.

Jatil McKenzie Bis Celectiven Sim Street Bexar McKentin Wan Jamors Rluxar Tudge McCrary Deat Anuars Huntagille Meath Dan Moody Counarl Meeenzie

Pleat Presbyterian Church to Build New 2.6 Million Edifice

In Cincinnati on June 2, the Pleat Presbyterian Church voted to construct a 22-story church building at 143 East Fourth Street, with a project cost of 2.6 million dollars, funded by a mayoral-approved plan.

Negro Youth Shot Near Alder Street Fatal Wounding Reported

A 24 year old colored youth, Walter Wright, was shot at his home on Alder Street during a Saturday night altercation. He was taken to Robert D. Green hospital in critical condition with a chance of recovery. Detectives A. Shinn and A. F. Oresch investigated after onlookers said the gun was fired by a relative. no arrests by late hours.

Walter, Wright Aartd Spinget Alder Street Wright Robert DB. Green Hospital Littls Une A. Pe Shlnp A. F. Oresch Arresia

Classifieds Offer Local Deals Across Neighborhoods

A playful ad-like passage touts upcoming classified section listings promising savings of time money and energy. It hints at varied neighborhood venues and affordable options while encouraging quick browsing for best deals amid everyday tasks.

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