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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 11, 1929

Page

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Mexican fliers in U S to get bombers

Mexican federal aviators who crossed the Rio Grande into Texas reportedly headed to U S air bases to join federal forces against rebels in Mexico. Reports say a federal train blast near Monterrey caused casualties and disrupted rail links, with Chihuahua state troops returning home and uncertainty over the fates of foreign delegates in Nuevo Laredo.

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Rebels Envoy to Washington Delays Departure Indefinitely

Ignacio Solo the envoy of Mexican rebels to the United States government postponed his departure from Nogales indefinitely. He met with General Borquez, Senora Revolt Tender, and General Francisco Manzo, who arrived with 2000 troops from the Sinaloa front.

Nogales Ariz Ignacio Solo Washington United States Borquez Francisco Manzo Sinaloa Front

Penny a Day Insurance Ad Promises $100 Monthly Income

An old advertisement from the Postal Life and Casualty Insurance Co promotes a penny daily policy claiming $100 a month in income for disability or death. It notes no medical exam is required, urges quick sign up, and lists contact details though the text is garbled and hard to read.

Postal Life and Casualty Ineurance Co Knead City Aic

Mexican Federal Leaders and Monterey Recapture

General Andrew Almazan, called the Napoleon of Mexico, led federal forces to recapture Monterey from rebel control. General Lemon, Juarez garrison commander, crossed into El Paso as rebels seized the city and was interned at Fort Bliss.

Andrew Almazan Napoleon of Mexico Monterey Lemon Mandant Juarez el Paso Fort Bliss

Hoover Ready for Exacting Session in Early March

Washington dispatch notes President Hoover entering a second week of work with diverse tasks from farm relief tariff revision and immigration to appointing a law enforcement commission. He plans conferences with Congress leaders and a message to the writers on farm relief and tariffs while cabinet and staff selections proceed.

Washington D. C Hoover Bern Congress Arcusenry Ust Miuvke Dex Prohibition Ueencury Opinion Sat Mambera Washington Heael Heme Howard Coreig

DAY LAW PROBE SEEN AS PROHIBITION CLARITY TEST

Washington March 11 President Hoover’s probe into the scope of his proposed prohibition investigation disappoints wet supporters and fuels dry joy. The inquiry aims to examine enforcement of the Eighteenth Amendment and related abuses, with critics arguing it may not cover the full field. Senator Tydings says voters expected a comprehensive inquiry into prohibition and questions whether Hoover’s commission will deliver.

Ashington D. C Hoover Presidential Commission Lydings Democrat Land Republi Weaver Lis Thore Mec Veelers Tydings Asleen Jet

Mexico Transport Puts to Sea Under Sealed Orders

Mexico City dispatch reports the Mexican transport Prog sailed under sealed orders after repairs in Veracruz. Captain Angel det Carts and General Daubert asserted loyalty while the Strogresa remained held for orders from Mexico City.

Mexico Prancisco Ray Garcia Darad Angel Det Carts Gene Mexico City Atelaider Daubert Mexica City

Mexican Navy Watches to Prevent Aguirre’s Plight

Mexican naval vessels patrolled the mouth of here to avert trouble involving Aguirre, the military leader cited as a threat. The report notes distant arrivals and ongoing patrols amid unclear details and a dated, fragmented text.

Aguirre Vela Cava Mexico Ara Cen Jeune Marin Aguiere Matapies

Federal Force of 3800 Surrenders to Rebel Troops LAREBO

Three hundred federal soldiers under the command of Zenon Avila deserted to rebel forces on a Sunday afternoon while marching south of Monteres. They encountered a small detachment commanded by Waoul Madera and surrendered without a fight. Celone Avila was permitted to return to Monterey.

Larebo Matey 1 Zenon Avila Pioneg Bareda Calsone Avila Qaen Monteres Waoul Madera Celone Avila Monterey

Hines Reappointed as Vets' Director

Washington officials announce that Hines has been reappointed as director of the Veterans Bureau. The action comes amid changes in leadership at the federal agency and aligns with ongoing efforts to reorganize veterans services.

Hines Vets Washington, Tho March Mar Jon Frank ‘l Tal Haw Vel- Vera

Washington cheer from reports on Mexico aid and troops

Washington reports renewed encouragement over the Mexican situation with U S officials noting close watch on events south of the Rio Grande and a move to aid Mexico as the War Department assembles 10000 Enfield rifles. Disposition of 300 federal troops and families at Fort Bliss is under review amid talks between state and War Department officials.

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Fleet of War Planes for Mexico Flights From Vought Factory

A fleet of planes for the Mexican government forces against rebels is being manufactured at the Vought Aircraft factory in Long Island City. The aircraft will leave fully equipped with machine guns and bombs, with a departure planned this week. Pilot and gunner seats, Pratt and Whitney 400 horsepower engines, and similarities to planes used by American navies in Nicaragua are noted. Pilots are training at Hampton Roads naval air station, while Brig. Gen. Juan B. Azcarate, Mexico’s air service head, is involved in the arrangements and return of a plane to Mexico remains uncertain amid diplomatic chatter in Washington.

New York Mench Art Vought Aircraft Factory Long Island City Firek Mexico Chance Fought Nicaragua New York Times Naval Air Stalion Uampton Roads Juan B. Azcarate Messenn Air Acevice

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