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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1928
Page
1
One of the first portraits of El Niño Fidencio, famed Mexican healer, is brought to the United States. The image was given to Rodolfo Trevinio of San Antonio, as thousands seek the miracle man's cure.
The column discusses the dangers of stock speculation and cash in circulation after World War I. It argues that consumer wealth and wages boosted demand but warns that many investors chase profits on paper gains. It notes Mellon's birthday as a political aside and critiques postwar economic behavior, urging sound investment.
A San Antonio man Rodolfo Trevino of 20 Water Street returns from Mexico praising Fidando the Mexican Miracle Man of Espinoza. Trevino describes curing his cancer-stricken relative with a calve-a salve and meeting Fidando in Nuevo Licon. Unconfirmed reports say Galea, the Mexican president, visited the healer.
An OCR readout outlines temperatures and conditions for San Antonio and nearby areas. It mentions colder winds, potential frost, and low temperatures around single digits, with nights near ten degrees and days partly cloudy to cold. The forecast hints at possible freeze risks and advises visitors to expect chilly conditions into Thursday.
A Sacramento flood from the American River inundated North Sacramento and Liberty Island. One man drowned, about twenty feared dead, hundreds homeless, and emergency crews and National Guard units moved in to aid rescues and shelter residents.
A high wind event caused property damage across the Rocky Mountain region yesterday afternoon. Wyoming reported a blizzard, while Denver saw a 40 07 gale and a temperature drop of 26 degrees in 45 minutes during a light rain. No loss of life reported.
Six rivers rose beyond their banks due to six days of rain and warming snow. Reports from tidal points along the Sacramento and San Joaquin basins described widespread flooding endangering property, delaying transport, and affecting towns including Muley, Truckee, Sacramento, Alberque, Darado, and Stanislaus.
KEW YORK. Mabel Doll publicized a letter from Captain Walreral months ago refusing a $25,000 offer to pilot a trans Atlantic flight. Doll quotes Walreral saying several weeks were spent on the attempt and notes he hopes to secure a pilot from others. She mentions negotiations with potential backers and the need for financial backing for the flight.
Fire aboard the packet Clipper and two other craft damaged by flames near the harbor in Me heart of Ue bucher. Fire crews on land and water subdued the blaze after about an hour. Estimated loss under 25000 dollars. the Clipper valued at 18000 dollars burned to the water’s edge.
A Rexa Latvia telegram from Rexa Latvia reports Soviet political police uncovered a new plan to overthrow the Soviet regime in Mussina. One officer and twenty-five other criminals were arrested in connection with the plot.
Duke William of Urach Count of Wartemberg dies in Rapallo Italy aged eighty. Princes Wiltrude of Bavaria mourns. Prince Conrad of Bavaria arrives for the funeral.
Fort Worth report states Alfred My Turkett, 80, president and general manager of the Terny Crome company, died here today after a long illness. He led the firm through decades of industry with steady leadership and local impact.
In a Woodlawn and San Antonio avenue incident a man seized a young woman named Schnid. The couple fled to the Behwid residence with Schnid freeing herself aided by her escort Tony. Officers Barry and Croz joined relatives in a neighborhood search but found no trace of the assailant.
Washington March 20. Continuing his flights over Washington to stimulate interest in aviation Colonel Lindbergh toured the automatic embassies today from chief to draw his passengers. Representatives from many foreign lands were on hand to wait their turn in the big transport plane along with some members of Congress and other Washington officials.
The Bay city Monday approved an appropriation of 800 for a sewerage survey. Voters also earmarked 3000 for related costs, with plans led by Fall PreMeClintock to advance the project.
A new transatlantic telephone line links New York and Paris with toll charges to New York. The service, announced for immediate use, offers direct calls and suggests availability for ongoing communications between the two cities.
In New Rochelle New York a 108 year old woman named Nabee marks a rare feat by sewing without glasses. The report notes her age and unique skill amid local interest.
A gasoline explosion at a Michigan Avenue cleaning shop sparked fires on two streets Monday morning, threatening several residences. The blaze, at 1013 Michigan Avenue, destroyed the shop with about 4500 in loss and 1000 in clothing. Firefighters contained the blaze. nearby homes suffered minor damage, and no injuries were reported.
MGAROGER Obla reports two new oil wells brought in at the Little Seminole field. The pool was tapped with installe d equipment and production reached about 2000 barrels. Operators cited as Travon and Stereneed Leo led the effort in March.
Baron von Stuenfeld and two companions prepared a long nonstop Atlantic attempt from Berlin to New York aboard a Junkers aircraft with three aboard. They refuel in Dublin and target Mitchel Field, guided by a secretive departure amid public opposition to German airmen. The crew carried a revolver and faced uncertain survival when attempting the mission.
The forecast predicts a cooling trend after a 95 degree day with a sharp drop likely within 36 hours. Expected lows near 60 Monday night and potential dips below freezing by Tuesday night, easing by later in the week.
Fragmentary notice reports a person named Lowder Morin involved in a murder suicide event affecting a wife and three children, with garbled references to dates, places, and identification. No coherent location or official source details are recoverable.
A historic volcanic event is reported near the Java Strait affecting Malin and Jaya regions. The karst terrain and sea boundary areas are cited with spreading ash and neighboring shorelines impacted by the eruption. Local authorities have issued advisories for mariners and nearby settlements.
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