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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1929
Page
1
The column discusses President Hoover, Charles Mitchell, and the stock market recovery, with mentions of federal reserve actions, party politics in the South, and relief plans. It notes fear of panic, calls for disciplined credit, and remarks on prohibition enforcement and crime amid unrest.
A civic committee proposes a suspended riverfront street along the west side of the Fryer, running from Commerce Street to Villita Street, with piers and a seven foot sidewalk. The plan would use river property between Market and Villita Streets, extend across the river, then follow West Realty Alley to Villita Street. City commissioners approved $100,000 for an extension study and a full survey will be done before final action.
A fragment notes a controversy at a southern citizens association meeting as protesters oppose shooting classes for girls. The text mentions a man named Marcel and references eastern regions, with unclear details about policy and participants.
General Electric delegates wrap up an eight hour conference at the Gunter hotel in San Antonio. Attendees include W. T. Daily from sales promotion and Wager from refrigeration, with Crawford from General Contract Purchase. Cleveland firms Wright Brothers Refrigeration and Hammandeo Leiger, plus He Fingal Refrigeration of Houston and others represented the Cleveland companies. All attendees return home after the Sag Antonia event.
In Tyler Texas on March 26 Loys Wilson of Troup faced trial for the shooting death of Rev Yount Wallace during last April incident. Testimony detailed alleged love affair between Wilson and Mrs Wallace and a separate separation in 1927. Witnesses described jealousy, a pistol, and the preacher’s death as Wilson claimed self defense. The lengthy court proceedings included the preacher’s death and testimony from Mrs Wilson and Wallace’s widow.
Fragmented OCR text shows cloudy mornings with showers and variable afternoon conditions. References to winds from the north and easterly directions appear, with frost and cool air forecasts in places. Geographic mentions and town-like tokens are garbled, but suggest a broad weather summary across multiple locales with mixed clarity.
Turbulent report from Rivera area describes rebel forces under General Osobar retreating as federal columns advance. Telegraphs indicate main body reached northern Duranga. authorities expect a clash as forces maneuver near Simenes and Timenes with ongoing efforts to capture rebel leaders.
A long, tumultuous divorce trial unfolds in a crowded courtroom with Mrs Inman accusing her husband of infidelity and a string of companions named in testimony. Witnesses including Mrs Schmitt and doctors are slated to corroborate or challenge salacious claims as jurors hear dramatic accusations during the proceedings.
A troubled report from Mayen and Aurora details the shooting of Mrs. Hill a Wekley while seated at a telephone, with Dr Joseph Springer and county officials leading the inquiry. State Attorney George C Caebury announced plans to appoint a special prosecutor to oversee the case amid ongoing raids and public tension. The investigation aims to determine motive and accountability as legal actions unfold in the county.
Billings Fages faces drunk driving charges after a grand jury indictment in the Ninety-fourth district court. An auto collision on November 1 near Daniels Avenue and Alimo Street prompted the case, with a previous conviction for manslaughter and a five year suspended sentence.
TORIO March 25. Japan has agreed to withdraw all principal troops from the Shantung region of Cheita within ten months, according to an official statement from the foreign office released today.
Rail workers threaten a strike affecting Pacific route operations. Officials sought to avert action as about 4000 men, engine and yard crews, refused to rehold property transfers and resisted moves at Dangvier and Corlowe locations. Cost estimates reached near 1000 in costs. the threat cooled after discussions with grand officers yesterday.
Rainy conditions persist in the area with cooler air expected. The forecast calls for more showers tonight and slightly lower temperatures, with light easterly to northerly winds around 10 mph. A tenth of an inch of rain has fallen in San Antonio, and the minimum temperature reached near 60 degrees around 10 p.m.
In New York March 25 Jensen exceeded 31 hours in a bid for a new air endurance record. He lifted off yesterday morning to surpass the 35 hour, 2 minute mark set by Thomas, aiming to extend the flight into the evening. The record attempt used a gasoline powered craft with Jensen seeking to hold the course long enough to reach the goal.
A building trades committee urged City Hall to use San Antonio contractors only for the city’s average oil plant reconstruction. Mayor CM Chambers and city officials were asked to consider local bidders. Bids open Monday for the reconstruction, with Deliart as committee chair.
Police searched March 29 for two young men suspected of robbing a local bank near Vetligren, Ark. Witnesses said the pair escaped after allegedly firing shots during the hold up. details remain unclear as reports vary.
J C Washington March 23 H Virgy Rivera mural printer at Merion City is awarded the American Institute of Architects annual fine arts medal. The fifty-fifth ceremony will be held April 2 with craftsman medals going to Chee Jae Teotherang and Mauriseaters Gonnecrinnn.
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