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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1929
Page
2
MIRAGOL Czechoslovakia March 8 eight nurses are charged with murder in the death of Colonel Alexander Rime Dalust formerly a member of a wartime force. The nurses allegedly used poisoned food at Teuton ere Hospital to poison the colonel.
The Holy Week observances include Palm Sunday services at San Fernando cathedral with high mass and choir, led by Archbishop Arthur J. Dros and Rev. Camilo Lorente. St Mary’s Church held similar rites with a 50-voice choir and benediction by Rev. A G Dusseus. Bishop W Capers confirmed seven boys during the marching series at Christ Church.
Blonde actress Phyllis Haver announces plans to marry broker William Seaman and retire from films after completing her current picture. She says she will give up her film career.
Fragments describe communion at St. Mack's and nearby churches led by Rev. W. T. Capers and other clergy. Mentioned are infant baptisms, infant and adult confirmations, and Holy Week services across multiple parishes including St. John's, St. Paul’s, and Mt. Mark Methodist. Also notes a First Annual Year Greatest Used Car Sale at Cla ton ISL Tightfields.
The Senate Agriculture Committee begins drafting a farm relief bill with an $800 million revolving fund for federal loans to farm organizations. A cooperative price-support provision may be included, potentially triggering presidential veto threats. policymakers aim to finish a bill likely to win presidential approval.
Funeral services for Roger Marcus Bassett, 82, who died at his home on Ti McCunough avenue, were held from the Porter Loring chapel at 2 o clock. A resident of San Antonio for the past 10 years, he is survived by his widow Mrs. Kaimy Bassett, two sons Julian M. Bassett of San Antonio and Lewis G. Bassett of Buffalo, and two daughters Mrs. Ida Wiedahingon of San Antonio and Mrs. Tovle Winnetka.
Houston dispatch reports a large turnout for the seventh Rotary International conference opening. The first general session was scheduled for 10 o’clock with speakers including Wy. Coupbeh of Rochester and di of Rome among those listed, as the event began.
A Dallas residence burned last night prompting arson investigations. Fire marshal suspects arson tied to earlier fires at a home linked to a former spouse and a local inn. Authorities seek the suspected firebug connected to these incidents.
The article reports actors unions and theater groups opposing federal tax changes seen as harming the arts. It notes Willan Otay urging support for a campaign by a Lord Street stage troupe to promote reform. Speakers argue high taxes threaten livelihoods and the vitality of live performance, stressing earned income protection and broader social benefits.
Six airplanes took part in a ceremony honoring aviator Fellows Flierg. The event featured a display above the field with Corps personnel observing formations. Key officers present included Major General Prink Len, Commander at the Fifth Central, with Major Lewis and Major Moxham among attendees. The program occurred at the site near Moet Lane and Artington, concluding with a poster presentation at St Paul’s cave.
A former Kenedy marshal accepted a sentence after a fatal street shooting. The case involved a deadly incident near Me Be hie, with the defendant choosing to plead and receive the recommended term. The announcement notes ongoing court actions and the defendant’s disposition toward the plea.
In Austin on March 25 the House appropriations committees met to compile the central budget for the next two years. The plan calls for expenditures around 45 million dollars to fund government operations and upkeep of institutions.
Fragmented notice mentions Kellogg and services with unclear names and dates. Readable bits suggest a commemoration or tribute linked to Foch and a local event, but much text is garbled. Likely a brief society or public notices item with uncertain context.
More than 2000 persons paid tribute to the late E. T. Meredith a one time cabinet member in the Woods row Wilson administration at memorial services yesterday. Tosyphia Staniels secretary of the Mary nb be ing Me Meredith was the principal speaker.
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