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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 20, 1929

Page

18

Mined Official Held by Bandits in Mexico City

A Mexican mine official and several others were abducted by bandits in an attack near Mexico City. Reports from private sources name American journalist Henry Munson and British worker among the abductees, with embassy inquiries and hopes for a swift release as diplomatic efforts unfold.

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Planes For Mexico Armies Start Trip

The article notes a trip by Mexican and United States forces planning to use air planes for transport or combat support in a forthcoming operation. It mentions leaders Hernandez and Miree and hints at cooperation, with references to a military mission and possible deployment plans. Also appears an unrelated car sale advertisement for Milam Chevrolet.

Mexico Mipduivtown

Vintage Cars and Prices Listed in a 1920s Ad

An old catalog style ad lists cars with model names like 1926 Dodge Coupe and 1945 Dudwn Ceaen, alongside prices and dealer references such as 127 Cenemublla Tandy Beker. The vocabulary mimics early 20th century automotive commerce with scattered garbled branding and model identifiers.

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Freeport residents use boats to shop for groceries

In Freeport, residents navigate flooded streets by boat to buy groceries seven days a week. Frieda Unger Mildred Bruins with saleswoman Laure Marble conduct supplies by water, as boats replace cars in this flooded area.

Freeport Frieda

Catholic Women ML Refeted Meeting in San Antonio

Catholic women attend a March planning session ahead of the Catholic Women’s meeting in San Antonio on April 0 and 10 at the Chaviter facility. Delegates organize committees for speakers, meals, and visiting arrangements, with Archbishop Arthur J. Drea opening remarks.

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City Plans Palace Relocation Reported by Board

A city planning board will deliver proposals for relocating the palace to the city commission. The meeting is set for Thursday at 2 15 pm in the council chamber at City Hall with Greenych, Heng Mat erlok, and others present.

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William Veltmann Funeral Thursday Vurceal Crevices

William Veltmann of San Antonio died Wednesday morning at Mint Hospital. Funeral services set for Thursday at St Joseph's Cemetery. Surviving relatives include widow Mrs. Tapcuk Veltmann and daughter Anita Meyers, with a brother Mewes El Yellemann.

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Lost Byrd party members found in New York report

A fragmentary New York dispatch reports the discovery of three Byrd expedition members presumed missing after a seven year Antarctic voyage. The incomplete text mentions names and details about the men and their return, with publication by the Times and Associated press reports.

Byrd Party New York Larry Jonlil Therat Hauhen Ihrer Seyrs Lant Thuerlay America The New York ‘Times Callis Pont-Tlapadeh

New York Tammany Leader Faces Broad Healing Debate

In New York the Tammany Hall figure faces criticism as a broad healing effort unfolds. Reports claim a governor’s influence and party shifts create political tension while observers debate who gains from recent voting patterns and public sentiment.

New York United States Lanny Sinith Tammany Muy Walker Joan Roosevelt Huey Alebany

Families forced from Mexico amid revolution fear

American workers at Monin Horhaen plant and Santa Barbara facility ordered to leave Mexico. Women and children traveled to El Paso on a crowded train while enduring hardship. Dr D. D. St. Watkins stated the exodus occurred as rebels and federal actions intensified near Torreon and Santa Barbara.

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Civic Committee of C. C. to Meet

An executive meeting of the Hot Antonio civic committee has been called for Friday afternoon by NSEL White, chairman, to outline any line of action to promote future development of the city. The committee is forming its structure as the group develops.

Hot Antonio Fee of Nsel White Qeleir White Autyrowih Han Antonin Comraliter

Stimson Arrives in San Francisco

In San Francisco on March 20 the arrival of a secretary of state nominee is reported. President Herbert Hoover's cabinet member Henry Du Blinoon arrived to take a post, while a detachment of officials accompanied the party.

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Weslaco banker attack shocks town on Wednesday

In Weslaco U H B Kelly banker and father in law of a local figure was found unconscious from a head wound and pipe strike in his home. Police say two suspects were seen near the crime scene and authorities have enlisted Texas Rangers to aid the search as Kelly fights for recovery in a local hospital.

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Income tax debate shapes city budget and policy

A local meeting discussed income tax policy amid broader fiscal concerns. Leaders urged exemptions and adjusted rates to balance fairness with revenue needs, while Mayor and council members analyzed potential impacts on workers and business. The report notes endorsements from officials and ongoing dialogue with state authorities.

Fragmented Real Estate Transfers and Deeds Listing

A garbled listing of property transfers and deeds from various dates, names, and locations including San Antonio and Los Angeles. Items mention parcels, blocks, surveys, and sale prices, with numerous damaged or misspelled entries for individuals, firms, and city additions.

Fruits and Vegetables Prices List From Local Market

A detailed price list from the market shows fruit and vegetable costs per unit and per bushel. Items include apples, onions, cabbage, potatoes, oranges, and greens with varied prices such as 3.25 per dozen snuckers, 68 cents per pound, and 2.24 per bushel for potatoes, reflecting a wide range of values and local trade conditions.

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Cotton futures ride as prices hold near 32 a base

Trading in cotton futures shows prices hovering around 32.00 per base as market observers weigh supply conditions and speculative activity. Reports note steady advances in early trading with mixed signals from nearby contracts and ongoing caution among traders over potential shifts in demand.

Unclear Historic Vital Statistics and Addresses

Fragmented OCR text lists names, addresses, dates, and property values in a dense archival style. It mentions memorials, auctions, and real estate listings with several personal names and places, including street names and numbers, within a late 19th or early 20th century newspaper feel. The piece reads as a mixed notice page with memorials, sales, and biographical snippets rather than a single cohesive article.

Southern Pacific appoints new San Antonio agent

Southern Pacific announces the appointment of GR. Paeher as travel agent in San Antonio replacing J. H. Trynnids who resigned. The notice states Paeher will take the public passenger agent role in the city and reflect the railroad’s staffing change.

Southern Pacific GR. Paeher Vnte Dicket San’ Antonio J. H. Trynnids Torn Aeistanet

Alliance prize dance reads odd notices for Wednesday

An event note from Labor Temple and Pras walior hall mentions an alliance prize dance tonight. Attendees are asked to arrive early, with security checks and a late start after 2 am. The fragmented text references several venues and a somber tone about postponement or delay.

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