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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1929
Page
1
A fragmented reflection on presidents Coolidge and Hoover, Harding’s death and Contidge, plus a bold note on industrial milk production led by the Walker Gordon company. The piece also cites Britain’s Mingapore dock and Pacific strategy, ending with a continued column note to Page 10.
Reports say Col Charles A Lindbergh and Anne Morrow Morrow may wed this Sunday in Cuernavaca Mexico with US ambassador to Mexico and cabinet members among expected guests. Security measures and guarded hotels surround the villa as rumors swirl about the high profile wedding planners and visiting aviators.
Actress Alma Rubens speaks publicly about drug addiction, describing it as a frightful dream and a living death. She recalls months of suffering and the shameful path toward recovery, hoping her tale will move others to seek help and spare more souls from similar fate.
Alma Hubens describes a painful journey through surgical pain and drug dependency as doctors prescribed narcotics after an injury. She recalls fear, remorse, and the struggle to break free, hoping for a new, brighter future and renewed usefulness.
Toaquin Pachero a Mexican goodwill envoy en route from Mexico City to Washington landed in Diumingnam Alabama at 6:50 p.m. for fuel after a planned nonstop flight. After refueling and inspection he departed at 7:50 p.m. hoping to reach Washington around 2 a.m. He carries a message from President Emilio Portes Gil to President-elect Hoover.
Washington March 2 A White House submission extends the federal centre commission site to December 1 1020 and was sent to the President today after Senate concurrence in amendments.
President Coolidge on March 2 signed the Edge Canal bill authorizing a survey of the proposed Nicaragua canal route. The measure also provides a survey of the Panama Canal to determine the need for enlargement.
Austin March 2 Governor Moody returned to sign the Senate the Small Innil validating act vetoed weeks ago. He offered no explanation beyond returning the veto with the attorney general department decision on to meet the act.
The Hoover cabinet reshuffle is completed with Robert J Lamont named secretary of commerce and a full list of nominees including Henry L Stimson for secretary of state and Charles Pinney Adams for secretary of the navy. Opposition is expected mainly against Mellon and Good but unlikely to derail confirmations.
Federal trade commission probe into Slow art-Hockefeller content for Standard Oil of Indiana was postponed for one day by Senate committee action as Senator Stephens of Missouri urged delays. The delay affects plans for control and a potential revolution in leadership.
President Coolidge closed his office work with cabinet and wives at a farewell dinner, signing many documents and greeting over 100 visitors. He walked the cloistered path to the mansion, fatigued but determined to leave no task unfinished, and plans a quiet Northampton life after Monday.
President Coolidge signed the drastic Jones prohibition bill making violations of the Volstead act felonies with up to five years imprisonment and fines up to $10,000. Mere possession of liquor remains exempt. The measure broadens manufacture sale and transport of liquor. Minneapolis notes legal expert Wolstead predicts harsher penalties and stricter enforcement will influence court actions nationwide.
A summary noting the senate's considering selling radio air rights and urging the Federal Radio Commission to recommend a schedule of charges for federal radio licenses. The report mentions a March date and the possibility of broadcast stations selling air time to broadcasters.
Texas Republican congressman Harry M Wurzbach was indicted by a federal grand jury in Waco on a charge of violating the corrupt practices act. The indictment follows testimony from numerous witnesses and centers on alleged political contributions from federal employees. Wurzbach denied wrongdoing and said he would seek Justice Department action regarding officials cited in the case.
The speaker blames Creager for the indictment, calling it political persecution instigated by Creager and Hartman. They assert proximity to a federal court near San Antonio and criticize the case as a display of fear or avoidance by local authorities.
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