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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 09, 1929

Page

3

Mayor defies library board over branch sites clash

City leaders dispute branch library construction funding and control. Mayor Chaambers asserts authority to proceed without library board approval, citing state position. board counters with expenditure limits and furniture plans for Carnegie Library. Public debate centers on use of funds and authority for branch facilities.

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Parcel Post Deliveries on Beacon Hill Kayton Avenue

Fragmented OCR notes describe daily parcel post deliveries on Beacon Hill and Kayton Avenue Manhan days with two morning rounds. Mentions Weyton Avenue Joines and Heacow district in outlaw area context.

Kayton Avenue Man Handias Beacon Hill Lowden VW Weyton Avenue Tle Giatriel

Escaped man returns under custody after funeral loss

Alfred Give escaped from prison and fled toward Rimsey then returned to Huotsville under police custody. He surrendered with penitentiary agents after his daughter's funeral. his daughter Adie Tui 8 did not survive. Several Texas County inmates were sentenced for robbery by assault and burglary.

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Plea of Insanity Challenged in Local Case

A court challenge to a plea of insanity proceeded as the defense argued the defendant, Willy Kiting Warf Saniston, remained of sound mind. Witnesses described a lengthy inquiry with multiple residents called to testify on the defendant’s mental state and potential reliability of the insanity plea.

Willy Kiting Warf Saniston Gaskell Mirmar

Three Army Surgeons to Address Clinic Event

Vieulenant Colonel H.W. Tones Maj Heda Wilson and Mas BP O Melariani will lead a medical conference at Stiruma Nogpinl at 1 o'clock Monday night. All funds are invited to attend with a piano sale and elite firm offers advertised in the Classified Acts.

H.W. Tones Heda. Wilson Mas O. Melariani Conault

Extend Flag Contest Filing Spurs Student Involvement

A fragmented notice describes extending flag contest filing and nationwide participation. It notes about 200 units organized locally and about 1000 students expected to attend. Contestants aged up to 18 will answer questions on flag topics and write a short essay.

United States Texas Elstorr

Jiron Landing Ade Executed Amid Court Martial Chaos

Fragmentary report recalls Jiron Landing Ade and APANAGUA Mapeh linked events as Joy anid Con Manuel Morin Virou, a former Sandian held by Marines, faced execution. Volunteers from Niganiguan militia moved to suppress insurrection, leading to arrests and a court martial order, details unclear in damaged text.

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Saint Patrick Day celebration planned with Irish music

A community event to honor Saint Patrick’s Day is planned for March 1 and 17 by local groups in Bexar division. Mathew G Coily, secretary, leads the effort with Knights of Columbus hosting a Saturday night Irish music and songs program.

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Escaped Convict Confesses In Part du Cate Robbery

An escaped convict from New Orleans testified implicating J.C. Beunett in a Monday night attempted hold up that left W.W. Hight dead. Clifton was brought in for examination as part of the case while Bronelt and Tittle were bound over to the grand jury without bond.

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Eight men arrested in $3000 Toronto holdup

A disjointed report notes eight men were arrested in connection with a $3000 holdup in Toronto. Police tracked suspects after an automobile chase ending a mile from the scene. The item mentions traders schools and a course, with references to classifications in a classified section.

Toronto Wee Weee Wulee Tolas

Incoherent Marth Night Readings From Papers

Fragmentary chatter references Mr. Custidge and a dog outing, cabinet fret, Vice President Curt and Hoover, and unnamed political jabs. The text squirms with misread names and mismatched phrases, offering little clear event or date.

New York Marth Custidge Curt Hoover Menidees Curtis Rockefeller-Stewart Tesson Afl Mexico Lindy Anne

Dropped probe hampers Nevada mining tragedy inquiry

In Glast Proe 5 dropped case details, county officials say they have almost halted the investigation into a blast that killed and injured several people. The scene is described as dangerous, with explosives stored nearby and unclear responsibility.

Sontasten On Stoly Min Linn Tol Dougie Hants Dynamics Stabila

Canary Birds En Route to U S Coast Fortified

A garbled report describes a voyage of 28 080 canary birds bound for the United States. It mentions stormy conditions and a crew, with references to attendants and a destination, though many details are unclear or corrupted.

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Supreme Court Proceedings and Notices in Texas

A scanned court ledger lists multiple cases heard today by the Texas Supreme Court and district courts. It includes names like Moore, Miguleton, Cameron, and Atlas Brit Co. with various civil actions, judgments, appeals, and notices across counties such as Nueces and Dallas, noting time extensions and legal proceedings.

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Chicago Jury Hears Massacre Witnesses

The grand jury hears testimony from multiple witnesses in the massacre case. Prosecutors indicate protection concerns for key witnesses and identify several young suspects among those expected to testify. The proceedings note February timing for further statements and witness readiness.

Chicago

Umayor Jailed In Nevada Prohibition Crackdown

In Las Vegas Nevada police commissioner Manuel Pheroargr and over 20 proprietors of saloon and drink houses were arrested on alleged bootlegging charges under federal prohibition law. Agents led by United States Marshal Carson Wily moved on the alleged conspirators in Carson City by night. The group was ordered to appear in Carson City for arraignment on March 18.

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Paper Speculates on Prince Said He'd Wed at 35

A London paper speculates on the future marriage of the Prince of Wales. The piece notes friends say he plans to wed after turning 35, tied to his upcoming birthday on June 23. It cites no confirmed plans and treats rumors as gossip.

Prince Tondon Mave Woiles Mirty Fitch Gossine Murlvarongs

Medina Hotel Replacement Moves Forward

Fire destroyed the two story Medina hotel on the river toll. Owner George Sehwaren and Halurdas oversaw efforts to save Fong and nearby cottages. Estimated loss stands around 20 dollars and four cents.

Kienna Georgea Mare Medina Inke George Sehwaren Halurdas

Community echoes from West Moorland and beyond

A littered OCR page notes events across churches, colleges, and civic groups. Mentions include the Woman's Association of Syadey ton, the West Moorland college graduation at SMU, the Indigention eu commission in California, and a Notion fluent tionn association gathering at Geneva. Also referenced are the 40th anniversary of ordination, Scout awards, the Southery Slater Act convention in April, and local travel for grand events and fundraisers.

Jeakie Wood Nanee Edivention Weatmoorland College Pexas Delomates Menger Hotel

Stolen Pillow Funds Reported in North Leon Burglary

Mrs. Mary Cath of GLE North Leon reported a burglary at her home where a pillow or items were stolen while she was away. The thief entered the residence and left behind a mix of damaged or unclear items valued at $53. Police were notified and began an investigation into the break-in.

Mary Cath North Leon Idreot Oake

Dallasite Stabbed Near Heart Dies in Alley

A Dallas resident was stabbed near the heart and died after being pursued from a market area into an alley. Police traced a blood trail from the victim to the scene, where the body was found. Authorities offered no motive and described the incident as a fatal stabbing.

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