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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 17, 1928

Page

9

Californians Take Lead in Flood Recovery Efforts

Los Angeles officials outline a $1,000,000 plan to rehabilitate the Santa Clara valley after the St Francis flood disaster. Mayor George, George Bush town, and Chamber leaders promise rapid action, including restoring orchards and farms, rebuilding business districts, and aiding flood victims. 2000 volunteers assist search as 243 bodies recovered, 200 identified, with 274 homes wiped out in Ventura County.

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Dam May Flood Mexican Valleys Triggers Aid

Unirermal Service reports funds directed to Mexican consulate at Los Angeles for relief of victims from the San Francisquito canyon and Kaata Paul valley floods caused by a dam break. Officials said surveys found many Mexicans displaced by the torrent and seeking aid.

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Danes at Welotes in Dalloc'a Fall on Wandrra Road

A chaotic event listing from a historic page notes multiple dances, balls, and musical performances across venues such as the Lanter Temple and Crock. It mentions dates around March 27 and March 17, with various prizes, attendance notes, and social gatherings led by named organizers and bands.

Welotes Dalloc'a Wandrra Road Sot Miebt Bari Muller

Amphibian Plane Wrecks in River Landing

An American amphibian plane piloted by Cant. Irn GC. Baker crashed into a river during landing near Minatitlan oil refinery in Mexico. The pilot and other officials were not seriously harmed, suffering only minor injuries. General Pechet congratulated Baker on his narrow escape. mission to Panama and other routes were briefly mentioned.

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Agricultural Market Report From Poteet Berry Paige

Market notes describe Saturday vegetable and fruit offerings with prices on squash beans onions peppers and greens. Mentions Patvet rtrawherrien at $4.00 per dale and squash at $5.80 per Buphel with various prices for white onions yellow onions and peppers. Overall prices and quality noted with quantities and market conditions.

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Local Produce Prices On Joint Whelemalan Market

Farmer lists crate and per unit prices for vegetables and fruits at the Joint Whelemalan market including Crubflower 2.25 per crate Prlnach 60 cents per crate Tomatven 4 per pound Green onions 0.50 per dozen Apples 2.76 per crate Carrots 0.50 per dozen Celery 1.60 per dozen Lettuce 2.90 per crate Parsley 0.07 per dozen Artichokes 0.42 per dozen Cranberries 0.28 per pound Green beans 0.28 per pound Potatoes 0.80 per crate and many more items with varied weights and units.

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Airman Saves Snowbound Sufferer at Detour

Lt. Joseph Soper piloted two relief flights to Detour Michigan and back to Sault Ste Marie on March 17 saving Russell Goetz from blood poisoning after ten days isolated by blizzard. Supply drops and fuel shortages forced risky landings and an overboard drop in Roger, Manitoba. Regular service to Detour will resume to deliver food and supplies to villagers.

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Deeds Filed Involving Numerous Properties and Transfers

A lengthy list of real estate deeds and transfers dated 1928 to 1929 details parcels in the new city blocks, und outlined transactions between multiple individuals and companies including Gorey Hardy Arsunne, West Eva Lumber Company, and various heirs and trustees. Entries reference block numbers, lot dimensions, and associated parties, with dates ranging from 1923 to 1929 and sums noted for several tranches.

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Social Roundup of San Antonio Visitors and Local Arrivals

A stream of visitors and locals appears in San Antonio and surrounding towns. A. G. Nisom of Kenedy, Magy Hewnfield of Avrulée, and George Huslus are noted among motor and business visitors, with J. Woke of Comford arriving for a brief yield. Several others including R. Wilson Jr., J. B. Seacrest, and C. B. Mesere are listed as spending weekends or weeks in the city, while Capt. Robert C. Murphy prepares for Galveston duties and Lt. Richard Tlevans takes sick leave.

Owner of Circus Sued For 2500 A Month Alimony

Mrs Stanehouve sues Alpinus Slinehouer, circus owner, for divorce and alimony claiming cruelty and demand for child support. The suit filed in Las Vegas notes a riding act disruption and a co respondent in Carinttit Decker. Alimony sought is 2500 dollars monthly with 85000 attorney fees. couple married in 1924 in Tar Vegas, Nev., and share children.

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Marines to Dispatch 1000 More to Nicaragua in 194? Plan

Washington reports a plan to send 1000 additional U S Marines to Nicaragua to assist supervision of the upcoming presidential election under a Stimson era framework. The contingent, part of a 2700 troop increase, will be drawn from existing fleets and may be deployed within days. Officials note the broader aim to maintain stability and influence the electoral process while awaiting final treaty and policy decisions.

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Gloria Vanderbilt Bound For Riviera

New York city March 17 A young debutante Gloria Vanderbilt bound for the Riviera with mother Mrs Reginald Vanderbilt. Vanderbilt is described as a figure of high society with a fortune of around 1 000 000 dollars and poised for prominence in 1081 while awaiting travel plans and social events abroad.

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Comeback at Bill Sparks Curio in Ottawa Report

An eccentric report from Ottawa recalls a quirky comeback at a figure named Bill of Chicago. The fragments express confusion over American and Canadian references, with stray names and dates creating a muddled scene.

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Million Dollar Trevec And Other Odd Village Tales

A garbled report details a famed Wests resident hinting at a million dollar trevec and a temperate, if unclear, discussion of a valuation tied to local life. It mentions a cocktail of names, ranch notes, and a scattered array of social scenes including a chicken barbecue and regional personalities, with references to a large ranch sale and associated ownership changes.

J. M. Dubie Kerr Logi Hicks Rovenberg Tinkle Tua Hate Mr. K. Heke Warion Hood Ollie Bhwran Hicks

Esch Defeated In Commerce Commission Freight Fight

John J. Esch was defeated in a long running freight rate case before the Interstate Commerce Commission. The decision, delivered after a contentious hearing, involved the rail rate dispute affecting earnings and service across Pennsylvania and surrounding states. The negative ruling followed opposition from Southern corridor interest groups and regional senators.

Restrain City From Gift For Status In Georgia Case

A temporary order bars Atlanta and Fulton County from opposing a Confederate monument group and bars its leaders from accepting contributions. A Superior Court judge heard petitions by five prominent supporters seeking to block demolitions and appoint a receiver to manage the organization’s assets. The petition alleges misused funds and seeks to halt any further donations to the group near Stone Mountain. The order directs a receiver to take charge and preserve assets while awaiting further judgment.

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Gar Wood Speedster Ordered Fire-Protection Maneuver

Gar Wood water speedster to fly NEep TORK. neck 1X spealster at the waver taint a the ain Gne Wank has ordered fire-proerenger maneuption.

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