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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1928
Page
1
Arthur Brisbane’s column blends Hippocrates and Homeric musings with early 20th century science and war costs. He cites sun exposure against disease, heat in surgery, and distant stars while noting the estimated forty billion dollars spent on a world conflict. The piece contrasts ancient observation with modern engineering feats and contemplates future costs, ending with a teaser about Page 6.
Weather bulletin notes tonight is mainly cloudy with low near 60. Winds shift northerly at times. Friday shows partly cloudy skies with possible light rain in the northern areas. South winds return along the coast. panhandle may see few showers, and panhandle patterns suggest lingering cool air.
Augustin Soria, 45, was shot and killed at J E Bartlett's residence near Cassin station after a dispute over milk deliveries. Bartlett, a special-commission constable, claimed self defense and was jailed for murder after an inquest. Soria allegedly attacked with pliers. Bartlett fired, Soria died beside a sleeping infant. Bartlett held for habeas corpus hearing.
In Los Angeles March 15 1938 daybreak revealed 373 flood dead in the Santa Clara valley after a dam burst sent a 100 foot tidal wave down the San Francisquito and Bruta Claca gul Jos. Rescue crews recovered thirteen more bodies and search efforts continued across the devastated region as investigators opened seven inquiries to determine causes and prevent further outbreaks.
Chicago reporters describe a surprising late night event as Mr Poquette and Mrs Taymand Poquette welcome triplets after a long labor. The two boys and one girl weighed 25 and 2 pounds at birth. Nurses assisted as family waited by the delivery hall with the infant trio named and kept in the nursery for observation.
Major General Albert J. Warley announces that Malone will depart for a new station in Illinois after serving with the Second Division. The move follows reassignment talks and Warley expects Malone to reach San Antonio by March 31 for processing.
Miss Adely Scholtz, 18, of 2418 San Luis street, suffered a severe leg injury when an elevator rose and trapped her at the St Anthony hotel. Doctors at the Soniq Tlesa infirmary fought to save her life with a blood transfusion as witnesses described the car rising and her foot being crushed in the accident.
Stewart resigns from an oil company post amid leadership changes at a Standard Oil subsidiary. The move affects executive leadership at the Tulane area division, with no further details on successor or stated reasons provided in the readable text.
A 35 year old man from an unseen area was arraigned Thursday for firing several shots near Julio Villar at 220 Wyoming Street in an event described as wild. No injuries reported. Police did not release further details.
A new New York to Atlanta air route is being prepared for night flying by April. Officials expect safer, smoother operations with updated lighting and navigation aids. The initiative aims to improve late evening and overnight service for travelers between the two cities.
Coast guards at Biddeford and station Vits afternoon investigated an unconfirmed report of a possible sighting near Old Orchard Beach involving a vessel and two people. Mentions Capt. Waller R. Thnehliffe and the Vonerable Elsi Mackay as alleged aboard, with a yellow object seen by onlookers as mist obscured details. The report is part of broader chatter about a missing Endeavour and related rescue hopes.
A cold front from the Panhandle will drop the minimum temperature near or below 0 degrees through Thursday night. Northerly winds push in a surge, with gradual warming expected by Sunday night. Morning readings Thursday show near freezing conditions across the region.
General Motors common stock surged to a fresh high on the New York Stock Exchange as investors pushed prices higher amid renewed buying. The rally followed a mixed session with notable gains in automaker shares and broader market strength.
Police report two men stole machines from an unnamed venue. Initial details indicate a break in occurred at night, with possible involvement of accomplices. Investigators are reviewing surveillance footage and interviewing witnesses to identify suspects and recover the equipment.
A garbled OCR note mentions Rob Cash Register at Riggs Tire Shop, with scattered fragmentary phrases about a large reinvestment and a location at 1520 Uraadway, suggesting a damaged record of a business event or personnel.
Fort Sam Houston plans a third permanent barracks as part of its construction program. The project, funded at about 3000000, will exceed 10 million dollars in total cost. Construction will replicate the regiment headquarters layout, with a notice to bid at least 10 days after Washington release.
A brief earthquake struck Santa Marta California at 8:06 a m causing beds to roll and strong shaking from east to west. No damage or injuries were reported and residents described the tremor as short and moderate in intensity.
Kentucky lawmakers vote 20 to 1 against a measure that would have allowed sterilization of certain individuals in state institutions. The rejected bill aimed to permit sterilization under specific conditions amid ongoing controversy over medical ethics and civil rights.
A London report notes Khir Anite Willobs at a bananet sale where 10 rare vintage liqueurs were offered. The event drew interest from collectors and curio enthusiasts amid limited availability.
A San Antonio led posse hunts for a large bear sighted near St. Hedwig road Feliz Kulesea. Deputies and locals, with a pack of hounds, plan another chase at 6 o'clock Friday if the bear isn’t captured. Leonard Kulesen, 19, first encountered the bear in a yard about 200 yards from home. He described a large gray or brown animal.
Washington March 10 The Borah drive to have the Republican Party return to its former stance urged the air magnate to give back the 160000 Sinclair contributed to help the 194 deficit. After a White House conference with President Coolidge Borah disclosed that voluntary checks and pledges reached a total of 5500.
WASITINOTUN March 1 The Secretary of Public Works met an investigation team examining reservoirs at St Francie dam. Officials reviewed safety and management after an incident at a nearby watering system. Authorities emphasized ongoing scrutiny of dam operations and maintenance procedures.
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