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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1923
Page
7
A barricaded man wounded his brother and fired on police with tear gas bombs after a late night standoff. Reinforcements breached a window, the man moved to a retreat room, and officers fired into the doorway. He surrendered when a revolver was shoved toward him.
A smoky 100 block house drew attention as officers found a two gallon keg and additional mash and whiskey during a raid. Agent Hieffer led the search with city officers noting no chimney outlet for the smoke. One suspect, Ta. Fawardy, faced charges of liquor manufacture and maintaining a disorderly place. bail was set at 1500 dollars. A preliminary hearing followed with bond kept at 800 dollars.
In Sweshwater district, a postponed appointment fuels a clash as Vernor Hae and others push for new court bills. Local officials and supporters call for swift action while opponents veto the plan amid mounting political pressure.
Mila Ga Mureh .-Kiiward Young Clarke former imperial wizard of the Knights of the Ku Klux Kin was arrested today on an indictment issued by the federal grand jury at Houston charging violation of the Mann act He was released on $1000 bond Clarke was issued a WW warrant by United States Commissioner Colyth Carter following receipt of a certified copy of the indictment found against him by the federal court in Houston He was notified by telephone that the warrant link had been issued and returned to the commissioner s office for his appearance in the federal court at Houston The officer is charged with transporting a young woman from Heaton to New Orleans for immoral purposes
A fragmented report shows administration plans to join the League put on hold as the Senate debates the measure. Names such as Ring, Domorvat, Cuil, and Senators Shipht, Cooney, Walsh appear among the voting. Montana Republican and Michigan allied conservatives influenced the outcome.
Weather notes show San Antonio vicinity expecting varied conditions with showers across several towns. Reports indicate warm highs, cool nights, and a front bringing rain along the coast. North and West Texas may see colder spells with partly cloudy skies and moderate winds.
Six De Havilland giant aircraft depart from Kelly Field heading through San Antonio and Lake Charles to Montgomery and Havana, with a backdrop of army officers and civilians watching as crews assemble and test the formations. The complex schedule covers 2700 miles including stops at San Antonio, Lake Charles, Montgomery, and Havana, with flight times and crews aboard, while photographers and observers capture the event.
The article describes unsettled weather for Sunday with local rains across the U S. A developing high pressure over the southeast may bring cooler temperatures and northeast winds. Expect varying cloudiness, a chance of showers, and cooler conditions in many regions through the period.
In a morning session, the House engrossed a bill prohibiting the senile evasion of public instruction centers of learning. The measure passed the Senate today with a record vote. If approved, funds go to the governor for clothing and labeling requirements on merchandised goods.
Report says Japanese beads valued at 1600 dollars were stolen from the home of Mame Mauwing Sh Tonia on Thursday night. Items stolen include 1000 dollars worth of beads and jewelry, clothing, and other valuables. Police investigating. suspect described as traveling.
In a murky, error-ridden account, Democrats spar over a revenue bill with mentions of Upshaw and references to Georgia and Mississippi figures. The chaotic text notes partisan friction, possible political maneuvering, and a plan to press for an ignition of public power while debating tax provisions.
Fragmented text mentions a March 3 event, possible local sale and legislative context amid unclear names. Mentions government, regional figures, and a focus on an annual tie. Readable portions are sparse and fragmented.
French troops advance beyond the Maxence bridge and occupy further areas in the Rhineland. German rail shops at Parrstadt seized. Mannheim and Karlsruhe ports reported captured. Deportations and wounded reported amid shifting fronts near Munich and Angsturrg as secret recruiting offices are opened along the Rhine.
Reported riot-related chaos fills a Camden jail as Black inmates surge the crowd. Deputy Rhevist Tan Herecham noted a volley of bullets at a Missouri railroad station scene causing injuries.
The Sunday Light announces a serial release of The City Above the Clouds by John Henry Ma, describing a city of stery above the world to come after 1952. It notes readers will want to read every word and mentions other features including Memeserks, Marcia Mason, Bess Streeter Aldrich, Kathleen Norris, Ring Lardner, and George Adets fables, inviting subscriptions for the best Sunday newspaper reading in the Southwest.
Fragment reads as a local college basketball recap with uneven OCR. Teams mentioned include El Vasa defeating Beackenridge 30 to 24, Oak Chip (Pallas) 92, and Stephenville, with Oak Chief and Basa noted. Details are garbled but indicate a late-night game schedule and losses.
A five member commission will be appointed to investigate the gold and silver industry as the Senate considers the matter. Judge Met McKinlay of Cook County Criminal Court reported on the bribery and corruption allegations tied to Chicago political figures including a reputed organization led by Willians Tile Hawhpson.
Street Commissioner William Rieden and sewer inspector Frank Young were indicted by the 37th district court grand jury. Rieden faces four indictments for accepting campaign funds and one for misapplying city money. Young is charged with theft by baile. Bonds of 500 were prepared for each case for appearance at the next court term.
In a March report from Northern New Jersey, a flotilla of six steamers and five schooners resurfaces after weeks away. Officials seek a ruling to block ferried illicit cargo while consignees plan to shift supplies to land transport.
Fragmentary OCR text references a prominent local figure, a court matter, and a supposed fatal incident related to a person named Dani and a mother. Context is unclear but suggests an event involving an anniversary, repairs, and a public office.
Grand jury probes the Rieden for Re-election Club over weeks in the street’s department influence. City Engineer Marvin and others testified as investigators examined alleged fundraising tied to the club with former City Attorney Ridgway offering opinions on legality.
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