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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1929
Page
2
Rebels defeat Federal forces and capture General Almazan near Laredo Texas on March 7. Reports indicate additional troops may reinforce Fort Hiwston while Port Mo Tylesh holds 300 stationed as a precaution. New Laredo remains quiet though border tensions rise with Mexican authorities directing border guards to hold.
A chaotic report describes rebel commander Escobar maneuvering to surround and defeat federal forces in Monterey and nearby towns. Details recount barricades, a rear-attack by Escobar, street looting, and Federal withdrawal after hours of fighting. Montery’s capture allowed rebels to seize key routes and authorities, with further skirmishes and a mass evacuation noted in Vera Cruz as tensions rise along the coast.
Readable fragments describe rebel and federal forces strengthening positions along the border. Reports say 100 soldiers arrived at Nogales garrison, with loyal units repairing bridges over the Colorado River. Indications of heavy movement include Mayo and Yaqui Indians joining the rebel army, and churches urging resistance against the Mexican administration amid rising tensions.
OCR fragment discusses planned troop movements and resumption of service to Mexico City via Monterrey Tampico and San Luis Potosi. It notes reception of 1000 troops at Kielvh Corp Area headquarters and indicates Shenth cavalry at Font Bliss has not been ordered out, with commentary from top generals.
A troubled Monterey scene unfolds as a woman recounts street upheaval lasting hours with clashes and arrests. She notes banks looted, limited property damage, and tense crowds in period dress. Local figures, including Dinan and Mantoray, are mentioned amid the unrest and a returning visitor.
An unreadable OCR passage mentions General Lopez and a federal crackdown with references to rebels, a firing rain, and a context of a large uprising. The text is garbled, with many misspellings and missing details, making precise events and dates unclear.
Aguirre, a top commander of the covalutions forces, is reported to have fled Vera Cruz as federal troops and loyalists close in. Reports say insurgents retreat toward the border while government officials weigh confirmation and possible moves to prevent a renewed uprising.
A garbled passage imagines a western store thief returning home to face political fallout. It muses on outcomes if a state legislature acted, townspeople faced consequences, and regional powers weighed in. The piece hints at impeachment risks, political resistance, and unlikely reconciliations amid a murky plot.
Telegraph wires failed isolating Mexico City from the world for several hours. Eastern strains caused heavy congestion, with Vera Cruz to Mexico City link lost and open lines between major hubs like Monterey Nogales and the north uncertain. Cable service resumed gradually as alternate routes were attempted and only a partial reach persisted.
A congressional inquiry into the Stewart case aims to probe the Shin GU company of India and challenge the Rockefeller position. Senior Stephen Deaernt of Misdsvnpud will press the matter during a rare session, with officials noting the investigation's potential impact.
A chaotic dispatch notes a government move and shifting command amid regional unrest. Names and places appear garbled, but reference is made to leaders and factions affecting control, with no clear timetable or outcome.
The report describes chaos at the Juarez border as multiple factions clash near the American line. Forces align with a commander named Minuet Tain, while rebels resist and drone conflicts unfold amid claims of heavy casualties and shifting fronts.
Loyal Mexican general Juan Almezan is reported captured near Saltillo as federal troops under General Almagan pursue rebels led by Gonzalo Escobar. Escobar’s forces reportedly overwhelmed local troops at Hello, forcing the general's capture while en route from Monterey toward Blillo in pursuit.
A fragmentary column recalls the rise of a pioneer who created a famed engine business, later sold to Durant to form General Motors, and whose fortunes fell as markets and war pressures reshaped industry. The note laments dope dealers, stock volatility, and harsh punishments, while sketching a world of investors, power, and shifting leadership.
A garbled report describes a Mexico Rail Travel operation involving routes to Monterrey, San Antonio, and Mexico City with references to trains, schedules, and stops. Mentioned are a general postal agent, a rebirth of service, and connections to Monterey and San Luis. Text quality is heavily damaged.
An 80 year sentence was imposed in a high profile murder case concerning the death of a woman identified as Creta Tine or Turres in 1924. The trial featured an outcry over jury clemency as jurors reduced a prompt 36 year sentence by five years, revealing the unpredictability of juries in a courthouse setting.
In Austin on March 7 the American Legion faction pressed a tax exemption bill for Legion property led by Senator John W. Morne. The measure failed 79 to 20 as Representative J Gryvix and others argued no special privileges were warranted, while Lawson Westbrook and Grady Woodnhoff voiced opposition.
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