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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1929
Page
1
A financial firm reports acquisition of land assets as part of a strategic expansion. Details indicate strengthened portfolio through property purchases, with statements from executives on future growth and market positioning. No adverse events disclosed.
The column discusses President Hoover's stance on Mexican government support, Lehman brothers backed Realty and Utilities corp with a plan for a New York airport, and hints at prohibition enforcement reform. It notes aviation milestones, air routes, and recent pilot figures, pairing policy with industry growth and figures.
Crowds swarm to greet Charles Lindbergh as he lands the Trans-Am plane at the new Mexican airport. He reassures reporters his injured arm is fine while Mexican officials rush to handle consular matters and assess rebel-sympathizer threats along the border. A mail batch is rushed to its destinations as Lindbergh plans to fly back to Mexico City with a bond of mail aboard.
Mexico City report says plans were made at Valbiena field for the return of Col. Charles A. Lindbergh from Trownaville after completing mail andContinued to Vogue 44Cn.
General Umberto Nobile defends himself in a trial over Italy’s airship Italia crash. A secret inquiry blamed him for the loss and his rescue by Lieut. Finn Lumburg. Nobile’s exclusive articles present his dramatic account and the expedition’s scientific aims, the first installment published here.
The text recalls Umberto Nobile's failed North Pole expedition of the Italian airship Talia in May 1928. It notes public belief about the mission and highlights the wider context, including scientific aims and subsequent literature. The piece references reactions and reports, including wireless dispatches, and emphasizes the historical significance of the polar voyage and its tragedy.
The report recounts a foggy, wind battered voyage departing North Mole at 2 in the morning on Mrs 24. Two pie flights are noted with scientific aims and rapid developments. Weather hindered navigation as wind intensified to 24 to 12 miles per hour, affecting progress and observations.
Federal agents seized morphine valued at $25,000 found on the banks of the Rio Grande seven miles north of M Allen Texas during a large Inver Ito Grande valley operation. Four suspects, Vicente Canty, Jian Bane, and two women, were arrested in Hidalgo court after hearings before United States Commissioner Mr. TIishop with bonds set at $16,000 and $500. The narcotics case involved agents from San Antonio and Edinburg, with officials listing W McMertz and others in the investigation.
Scant readable text suggests jurors to hear testimony related to Capone. The fragment mentions Marek and an income pack tied to Chicago and a federal case, with unclear details about witnesses or charges.
Two San Antonio residents reported thefts after burglars took three suits from residences. One suit was stolen from Roux at 666 West Elmira Street and another from Tob Noack at 300 San Vedro Avenue. Police noted the incidents occurred Saturday and are investigating potential suspects.
A Pittsburgh report states a suspect was arrested in relation to a mail theft case. The investigation led to Catherine Meyers and Harry Meyers being involved, with authorities noting a large volume of Canadian mail allegedly traced to the accused. Further details remain unclear due to the fragmentary text.
Congressman Marty M. Wurzbach, arrested Saturday on an indictment charging violations of the corrupt practices act, urged the earliest possible trial after bond of 2500 was set. The case, tied to contributions during the 1928 primary, may delay his return to contest Ay sual J. McCrosker for the fourteenth district seat.
An unidentified Mexican technician was killed in Mexicali when an onboard bomb exploded during preparations to rig a plane for a mission against rebels. A fragment struck the wife of a worker watching nearby as the blast damaged the shop and four military personnel escaped unharmed.
Secretary Kellogg announced that the United States will seek indemnities from the Mosican government for the deaths of two Americans killed by stray bullets fired across the border during yesterday’s battle at Tunzez. He said it is too early to discuss specific actions, with formal representations to follow after the facts are reviewed.
New York report states actress Ethel Barrymore is recovering from a bout of influenza. Dr Kaufman said she has improved but could not say if she will continue performing in The Kingdom of God within the next weeks.
Mabel Walker Withe Newult arrived in New York on March 9 triggering a nervous scene across Broadway and nearby Hoboken and Newark as authorities prepared for potential investigations by the law enforcement commission. The arrival stirred talk of gathering material for anti corruption measures.
Col. Charles A. Lindbergh and Miss Anne Marrow will wed in Mexico City during the Easter season. The ceremony will be conducted by a minister whose name has not been released. Local reports say the selected officiant was chosen, with details withheld.
Ancient rebel forces consolidate central Mexico and push south under rebel headquarters reports. Generals Calley Aguirre and Marti lead cavalry pursuit as federal troops clash near Higwerny, 280 prisoners reported and weapons seized. American pilots and gas-bomb plans surface as Calles plans a rapid northern campaign from Chapultepec.
A series of kerosene stove explosions near Pennyton and nearby farms killed 31 people in a span of hours. The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Mies died from burns 12 miles northwest. the blast also damaged their home. Two children of Frank Meek of Waka, 12 miles west of Perryton, sustained burns in another nearby incident. The report notes prior deaths linked to corrosive fumes and similar accidents in the area.
A collision involving Mrs Wilson and another car occurred today in Washington TD. Mrs Wilson escaped injury, was taken home, and her vehicle sustained minor damage. Local reports note no serious harm to any party.
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