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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1929
Page
1
Arthur Brisbane notes today the long arc of Hoover era economic policy and its lasting effects, while editor Hing Tesyures observes shifting immigrant narratives tied to Jewish communities as policy and public opinion converge.
A garbled, sensationalized piece contends with Hoover, Roosevelt and Mayflower yachts, ship salaries, and political intrigue. It clumsily weaves names like George W. Hoover, T. Kain, and Ptolemy Soler, referencing Jewish immigration ideas and ancient figures to frame a broad political critique amid financial and naval debates. The text mixes protests, promises, and sensational conjecture without coherent factual grounding.
Former congressman Wurzbach seeks to regain his House seat amid an indictment that was dismissed by Judge West. Proceedings begin Wednesday in San Antonio with testimony from about 20 witnesses in rooms 614 of the National Bank of Commerce building before Judge J. Nicholas and a shorthand reporter. The case centers on political contributions to a 1926 primary campaign and potential appeals to the U.S. Supreme Court.
Senator Brookhart charges motive in a Texas case amid a probe into campaign contributions and alleged selling of federal appointments. The hearing referenced Wurzbach and Creager, with claims of payoffs linked to postmasterships and a parallel to Wheeler indictment.
Adolph Jartman, a polyglot with twelve languages and banana study expertise, travels from British Honduras aboard the Sam Brio to Moryan for Harvard study plans.
On a guilty plea to taking an automobile without consent, Alvie Martin age 19 was sentenced to Tram one to theeneurg in the Mon tor reformatory.
President Hoover will pitch the first ball of the year at Washington’s American League baseb ail opener. Universal Service notes the invitation extended to Hoover by Secretary of War Root. Clarke Griffith will present the president with a gold pass for admission.
Viola Brennan reports on a custody and welfare case in the Ninety fourth District court. Witnesses including young girls testifying against Mr. and Mrs. Hopkins describe alleged neglect and mistreatment. The hearing resumes Monday before Judge W. W. Metterry with defense and additional witnesses expected.
In Columbus, Ohio, Sylvia Whack won a $2100 judgment from screen and stage star Miss Mac Murray. Whack claimed she was employed to accompany Murray on a vaudeville tour but was discharged.
The incident concerns the sinking of a British auxiliary steamer by U.S. coast guard cutters Tester and Walcott off Louisiana. A British subject was killed and the inquiry seeks to confirm facts and define territorial waters, with officials noting a 12 mile limit. The embassy seeks information as the State Department provides a cautious update.
A Texas boy unearthed a copper button on his grandfather’s farm about four weeks ago. The item, described as a dynamite button, sparked concerns as a possible explosive device and led to excitement among locals.
San Antonio police sought help to locate 11 year old Inanitd Mauricio who disappeared from her Morgles Street home as authorities requested public aid in the missing child case.
Dorothy Wiltan 18 and Winifred Tay 18 of Alpine are seriously injured after an automobile driven by Fay, 18, plunges from a drive crest and falls 60 feet into the Brackenridge garden. William Trane 19 and Elmer Miller 21 receive minor injuries. Private cars and ambulances ferry the wounded to Brackenridge and other hospitals.
Washington dispatch says Cantonese authorities dispatch troops from Southern Siaugsi to suppress a Communist uprising and protect foreigners. American Consul General Douglas Jenkins at Canton reports to the State Department.
Fort Worth March 23 41s J Snyier of Shreveport was elected president at the American Association of Geologists meeting. Frank Ne Tousion was named to a key position.
New York March 23 Nations Trendcasting company announced it has added WAMPB New Orleans WAPT Birmingham KTHS Hot Springs and WIOD to its network expanding its radio reach. The list includes WAMPB New Orleans and WIOD in Miami among others.
El Paso dispatch reports Gen Jose Gonzalez Lobos says a provisional government under the present revolution will be announced within days. A rebel delegation travels to Washington to seek recognition from the U S government.
Rebel detachment under Gen. Fiusto Vorete captured a new federal air craft over Sonora near the border being forced down near Gin Novia. Piloted by a German flyer, the pilot was taken prisoner while Gen. Augustin Olschen narrowly escaped capture as defection to federal ranks was engineered. The rebel garrison reports the seizure to Col. Cantu’s command and notes the aviator remains prisoner.
Captain Eaker departs from Kelly Field aboard a Pan-American P-12 aircraft bound for San Angelo to visit his father and brother. He plans a subsequent trip to Seattle to return the aircraft for conversion into a standard pursuit ship, aiming for another flight from Brownsville toward the Canal in dim dusk.
In Atlanta Marvel Gallogly, alleged accomplice of George Larsh, a self-styled thrill bandit singer, faces a new trial date for the murder of Willard Smith, a Mantle drug clerk. Solicitor Tod A. Boykin tentatively set the date after a jury failed to reach an agreement, resulting in a mistrial. The jury was seated for about 40 hours and 20 minutes.
New York march 2 When Lina Grey Chaplin arrives Monday she will be asked to verify reports of reconciliation with Conelle Chaplin Tollywood reports she is breaking engagement to Toy D Arcy claims she will confirm or deny the softened stance amid marriage rumors
In Mexico City dispatches Gen Carrillo defends a town with 2,500 troops as rebels under Gen Roberto Crug attack with 30,000 attackers. Carrillo vows to hold out while Cardenas forces move toward Tepic to relieve Mazatlan. Mazatlan reports fierce fighting and rumors of American casualties denied by the U S consul.
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