Modern Gas Service and Airfield Fireworks at Burbank
A chaotic Los Angeles article describes gas service tactics by oil firms and two large aircraft tests at the United Aircraft field in Burbank. It notes a 170 mph monoplane, a three million square foot pavement, and plans for a soft landing surface. Also described is a cross border drive to Mexican resort Agua Caliente with gambling aims and warnings of Prohibition, plus market talk on New York rates and Wall Street behavior.
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Deterding
Shell Company
Lin
Atutions
United Aircraft Flying Field
Burbank
Lon Anguled
Boeing
Aenian GC. E. Mitchel
Henk
Thia Biggest
Bind
Giysse B
Miteball
Sedan
Flylaz
Dg United Aiircraft
Wondhal Herd
Mort Moders
Tia Juans
Agua Culiante
Benjamin
Michigan
Madison
Chicago
Park Avenue
New York
Agua Caliente
Tede
Mexicen
Republic
Monty
Incinerator Controversy Drives South Side Meeting
City debate over locating a new incinerator continues as officials promise action. Park Commissioner Rubfoln proposes land east of Mission Monument Works for the plant, while Fire and Police Chief Wright pledges a different site. South Side Improvement League clashes with leaders, calling for a major meeting with mayor and commissioners.
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Mouth Bldg
Jacob Rubfoln
Mission Monument Works
Booth Prena Street
Misalon Road
Ruciata
Fire and Police
Phil Wright
Elie
Rubiela
Gage
C. M. Chambers
Wright
Rubiola
G. #. Taylor
South Side Improvement League
Sharp Tilta
Whro Taylor
Hubiola
Taylor
South Side
Whomas Nelson Wage School
Castor
South Aide
League
South Presa
Mission Road
Jung
Cloudy Weather Forecast for San Antonio and West Texas
The weather bureau predicts cloudy and cooler conditions for San Antonio and vicinity Friday night and Saturday with no rain. A low around 4 degrees is anticipated, with light to moderate southerly winds shifting northerly, and a freeze expected in the northeast. Occasional rains may accompany the freeze, while unsettled weather remains in West Texas.
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San Antonio
Senate Defeats Oil Tariff Proposal in Tight Vote
The Senate rejected a proposal by Senator Pine to impose a tariff on crude oil and petroleum products. The 38 to 37 vote keeps oil and gasoline on the free list, defeating the plan to levy 40 cents per barrel on crude oil and a 20 percent ad valorem duty on refined products.
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Senate
Washington
D. C
Marth
Pine
Oklahoma
Weather and wind forecast for San Antonio and nearby areas
The report forecasts patchy clouds and cooler Friday night with a low around 84 degrees. Light to moderate southerly winds shift to northerly, with Friday and Saturday cooler in the north and warmer in the south. Showers likely in some areas, with gusty conditions and elevated flying winds across the western plains.
Poison May Coat Live Of Baby
A three year old, Robert G Richards Jr of Montgomery Alabama, died after ingesting several pills while mother prepared breakfast. Parents rushed him to hospital where stomach pump treatment was used. The incident occurred at 1418 South St Marys Street.
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Robert G. Richards Jr
Robert G. Richarde
South St. Mary
Mra. Richarde
Mr. Richards
Ono
Medical and Surgical
Hotton Street
Monument Plan Requires 30 Million for National Battle Monuments
Lieut. Col. H. L. Landers told the house military committee a 30 million dollar expenditure would be needed to create national monuments commemorating major battles and erect monuments for minor engagements, following a survey of battlefields across the nation.
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Washington
TD. C
H. L. Landers
House Military Committee
Senators Seek Weeklong Recess After Tariff Bill Passes
Washington March 21 Congress cannot adjourn before June 1 under favorable conditions Senator Walton Indiana Republican leader said today announcing a plan for a weeklong recess after the tariff bill is approved.
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Solons
Washington
Congress
Walton
Indiana
Senate
Earth Shocks Reach Jamaica City Early Morning
Kingston Jamaica residents reported a quake at 10 30 this morning as tremors jolted concrete buildings and caused walls to crack in several structures. Strong entities include Kingston Jamaica and earthquake.
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Kingston
Jamaica
VPI
Dry Law Report Given to Solons
Washington report states the entire drive to strengthen dry law enforcement was presented before the full committee and sent to action next, with a key committee prepared for further steps. The testimony outlined proposed amendments and enforcement measures.
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Solons
Washington, DP. C
Lave Enforcement Commission
Muh Committee For
Thucsilas
Taft Estate Claims Value Near Half Million
Washington March 21 a petition for the estate of the late William Howard Taft lists the total value at about 475000 dollars. The former president and chief administrator is described as deceased with assets and holdings valued near 476000 dollars.
Permit Sought by 8. A. for Street Through U.S. Land
Street Commissioner Paul Steffler and Col. W B Tuttle departed for Washington to secure a permit from the War Department to lay an 80 foot cut through Arsenal property in San Antonio as part of extending South Main Avenue. City officials named Steffler as San Antonio’s representative after a conference with Col. Tuttle, replacing Congressman John M Garner.
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United States War Department
Guert
San Antonio, Arsenal
Paul Staffer
Col
W. B.tuttle
Washington
Mayer CM. Chambers
Arsenal
South Main Avenue
Steffler Aleted
John M. Garner
San Antonio
Col. Tuttle
Steffler
House Adopts Old Ironsides Restoration Bill
The French resolution to provide 300000 dollars to complete restoration of the old frigate Constitution was adopted unanimously today by the House in Wastington V March 21.
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House
Army Surgeon Denies Poisoning Wife At Fort Riley
Maj Charlen A Shepard an army surgeon and TB authority faces charges of poisoning his 37 year old wife who died at Fort Riley Kansas He asserts his innocence and denies the accusation.
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Charlen A. Shepard
Fort Riley
Kan
I Power Pact Pushed To Reality In London
London dispatch reports American British and Japanese naval delegations moving toward a quick, definite agreement on a three power naval pact. If France and Italy resist, the framework may mirror the Washington treaty with selective signings, avoiding deep parity disputes while Frence and Italy may sign some elements.
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London
United States
Great Britain
Japan
France
Italy
Waly
Fronte
Queen Receives No Bequest Notice From Ambassador
Queen of Spain has not received official notification of a $100.40 bequest from Alexander T. B. Moore, former ambassador. Palace insiders say no plans exist yet for the money, but charity work may be its intended use if the bequest is received.
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Madtit
Marehteer
Spain
Ate
Alexander TB. Moore
Establish First Tourist Camp on Mexico Soil
Del Rio Texas March 21. Report that Raymundo Nivero and San Diego have opened the first tourist camp in Mexico within hours drive of Del Rio. The resort will open for business in several weeks. Cottages built of native stone with a fireplace in each. Located 22 miles north of Del Rio on the San Diego river.
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del Rio
Texas
Eaymundo Nivero
San Diego
State Dog Tax Declared Illegal in Arkansas
In Litle Rock Arkansas on March 237 attorney Creperal Mal Norwood proclaimed the late dog tax unconstitutional stating you can't part the kid from his pen and challenging the tax under state law.
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Rogk
Ark
Creperal Mal Norwood
McKenzie deemed incurably insane by experts in court
In Ninety fourth district court Friday morning Dr J S Turner of Dallas and Dr M Cotham of San Antonio testified Pete McKenzie a man described as criminally insane faced a defense. They said his lifelong pattern of persecution delusions and anti social behavior indicate brain dysfunction and a prognosis of deterioration.
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John M
Pete
McKenele
Bat All Society
Mnnlry
Ninety-fourth District Court
J. S. Turner
Dallas
M. Cotham
San Antonio
Luroer
Terrell Statn Hon Vital
Bares
McKenzie
Earls
Turace
WW. H. Blanton
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Northrop Aircraft Company
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United Aircraft
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Salardar
Loycot Teroperature
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Gaturdars
Kridur Niet
Patibandie Botureau
Tol Histe
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