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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1929
Page
1
A terse headline card referencing a controversial figure described as a fighter against a crime surge. The piece hints at political and social clashes, with mentions of changing leadership and street politics. The text suggests a column tone by Arthur Brisbane, noting shifting leadership and public conduct.
The item recalls Gust Patrik born in Scotland around 1917 and revered for facing the Irish king. It mentions his travels through Ireland and the Balkans while spreading Christian teachings. Parades and sermons mark his birthday, with political and social commentary interwoven about crime, prohibition, prize fighting, and civic leadership.
Atlanta reports a widespread flood crisis with 84 known dead and many missing as waters inundate Alabama Georgia Mississippi and surrounding areas. Refugees crowd emergency camps while disease hunger and property loss devastate communities. Deaths mount in Alabama and Georgia with ongoing rescue efforts and multiple drownings reported.
CHICAGO March 16 Col Yguacio Atcarday secretary to former Mexican war minister Juarez Amare said he would give rebels 50 days to quit. He predicted the revolution would open with 100 days and claimed rebel forces are already defeated while Portes Gil regimn faces ouster. Col Kitwrdas was stopped on route 1 in Rochester, Minn, for an injury suffered in 2 years of Jakalal.
President Hoover directly oversees federal relief for Alabama flood victims. He orders all agencies to report continuously and be ready to authorize immediate relief. Troops move in with Coast Guard vessels aiding rescue efforts as Secretary of War Good reports on progress and ongoing actions.
In EREAPOANT MI, March 16 416 one hundred women and children rescued from the maoled slept in the council chambers of the city last night. Relief organizations provided shelter and boiling.
Paris dispatch reports Marshal Ferdinand Foch, famed French commander, suffering a serious relapse due to heart and kidney trouble. Doctors were hastily summoned to consult at the hospital as a condition worsened.
Mabel Normand III remains at home as her husband Tan Coils endures a serious illness, reportedly causing a crisis at an desert resort. Dr Bo Pishbawely said Mika Normand’s condition is serious but not verified. infection is affecting her lungs amid public notice of the distress.
Reports from Mexico City indicate a total collapse of the rebel movement as General Calles forces rout General Galeas at Durango and troops evacuate Torreon. General Escobaria escapes toward Chihuahua City while avia tors monitor the retreat. government forces converge to block further rebel movement.
In Oklahoma City on March 16, counsel for Governor Henry and Wohneter agreed to submit the impeachment case to a Senate vote within hours, with hopes the hearing would conclude by night. Former Congressman Charles Carter of the Dolnatow highway commission spoke for the defense allied with the party.
Flashlight photo shows Capt. Ira C. Baker, left, just prior to takeoff from Brownsville airport Saturday morning bound for Panama. At right is G Cardson, Brownsville chamber of commerce manager, with Pan American’s Captain Baker’s new model aircraft in the rear.
A Saturday blaze at the Grayling oil refinery burned a still and threatened the plant as water streams cooled nearby oil tanks to prevent explosions. Officials estimated damage near 60,000 dollars with firemen battling the flames for hours and 500 to 600 onlookers watching the scene. Chief J. Sacran led 50 firemen in the response across the refinery complex.
Four North Wilkes Barre residents died when their automobile was struck by a highway engine near Wilkes-Barre. A number of passengers suffered serious injuries and were taken to local hospitals for treatment.
New York March 16 A U S citizen and war veteran George Young aged 88 1 was deported today He was born in the United States and served in France until 1920 His mother and father were born in England Authorities said he faced quota immigration issues and did report him for action The deportation was expected though he thought it temporary
Tahir Atrohht Seinat, a seaman, stands accused in Codral court of stabbing Leonard in his cabin aboard a vessel. Trial date set by Judge J Copflehe. three Galveston attorneys appointed to contact the sailor's defense in the case arising from Leonard's death as the ship sailed near Uebhi.
In San Marcos March, Vercy Garnett, 42, is charged with murdering Robert Calhoun. The jury of seven white men was ordered to retire by Judge Tetlering and told to resume work in the morning. Verdict expected Monday.
Early Easter affected by mold and high costs. Prices for Easter blossoms jump to about 4 counts, with growers and brewers noting costs drive up to 25 cents per bloom. The poor harvest is blamed on mold and failed growth, impacting the market locally.
Captain Baker, United States Army Air Service, failed today in a bid to complete a long nonstop flight from Brownsville, Texas, to Panama. He arrived in Tampico after adverse weather delayed him, planned to rest in Manigua and resume toward Panama with refueling at Minatitlan Guatemala Uly and Davi Ponauta. The mission, described as a historic aviation venture, included planned stops and a pace increase to reach Washington.
S A Radio fan reports Capt Ira Eaker in a beleaguered operation from Brownsville to France via Panama and Nicaragua. The piece notes a voyage leg toward Managia and a late June morning departure. Edward Kun and San Antonio operators are cited with an oblique reference to Gallagher’s status and a tentative airfield arrangement.
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