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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 01, 1922

Page

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Creager Denounces White Rule in Texas Republican Rifts

Jr J Creager Texas Republican leader declares unqualified support for white leadership within the party and attacks Ku Klux Klan influence while detailing tensions over negro participation and possible campaign alignments amid San Antonio meetings and looming Washington visits.

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Navy Commander Dies in New York Tragic Loss

Fragmented OCR reports the death of a Navy commander in New York with scattered references to Janes Ponglos Jean Keller and President Mneots. The text is garbled but indicates a naval appointment or tribute connected to Manhattan and a memorial event for the commander.

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Rain Forecasts Extend Into Monday Night and Tuesday

Severe moisture trends prompt continued rain chances across the region through Monday night into Tuesday. Early estimates show rainfall amounts varying by location, with some areas above one inch and river levels rising. Forecasts warn of lingering showers, possible light flooding near low-lying areas, and cooler temperatures ahead as systems move through. Local readings note scattered totals from Kerrville to Marble Falls and Austin, with the potential for higher accumulations in northern zones.

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Death of Maj. Gen. John Pershing and World War I figures

Washington reports the death of Maj. Gen. John Pershing and references to other senior officers including General Derbi and Walter Hood in the context of World War I campaigns at St Mihiel and Meuse-Argonne. The piece recalls the leadership during major American offensives and notes Pershing's earlier command roles and national military academy ties.

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Weather notes show warm spell with mild evenings

A fragmented weather item reports a warm spell with temperatures around 80 and mild evenings through Wednesday, mentioning unsettled conditions and a transition to cooler air later. The source emphasizes local forecast details for the area and the timing of temperature changes.

Automobile Crash Tragedy Shocks Santa Rosa Residents

A late Sunday night wreck near Santa Rosa left Dr. Lessing and his wife severely injured. An ambulance rushed them to Kelton for care as police investigated. Witnesses recalled a high speed collision on the bridge, the car rolling over multiple times before coming to rest.

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Tank steamer with oil cargo runs aground. crew saved

Ban Menmetsen May 2 reports the oil tanker Whittier ran onto rocks about ten miles south of Palm Area. A radio signal alerted nearby vessels. the crew refused injury, and 10,000 barrels of oil were lost but no passengers were harmed. Local distress calls were answered. the ship’s towage was arranged from Cape May to New York ports.

Ban Menmetsen Whittier Ho Mencer Cline Wren Tuilio Flint William

Tragic double tragedy shocks Dayton area crowd

In December, Tean Chattanonga and relatives faced a courtroom acquittal for a murder tied to the Renundsane family. Police report a dramatic Carville incident near Dastan, with a fatal shooting followed by a self inflicted death. Allen, the driver, witnessed the events as authorities probe the sequence and motive.

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Light Will Run Prize Contest at Photoplays

The San Antonio Light announces a photoplay contest with a cash prize of 300 dollars for the best "Who can play the game" clue guessing the gale ride. Hundreds of guests will attend a theater event with proceeds aiding a local cause.

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Sinclair Moves From Oil Junta To Son's Bedside

Fragmented OCR reads of Sinclair events show a shift from Mexican oil junta involvement to a personal family crisis. It mentions executives like J. We Wardyke and Waller ch Gogh and references to Atlantic Refining and Moslean, with implications of political or corporate turbulence impacting US dignity and treasury figures.

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May Hold Agitators for Inciting Greeks to Shoot Officers

A court indicated indictments against four agitators for inciting Greek groups to shoot officers. State's Attorney Moyning said authorities expect charges to be filed, with investigations continuing to identify other participants.

Ecdorick Weiting Billie Wriday Rigby Grecke Wa

Lady Astor in Church Visit and Philadelphia Address

Wastipling, May 9. Lady Astor attended a Christian service and lunched with the Governor. She then planned to address a women’s trade union meeting in the afternoon after a visit to Philadelphia.

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Pastor Marries Bathing-Suit Couple Kidnapped in Midnights

A pastor Rev Thomas Jewin of Mist Cronksterian Church, who publicly married a couple in bathing suits, was abducted after an all-night incident. He was found dying in a ditch. three men reportedly assaulted him and robbed him as he tried to flee town. Police pursue leads amid threats of intimidation within his congregation.

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British Vessel Sinks Off Hata Apel Coast

A British steamer named Victoria de Latvia was wrecked north off Hatta Apel coast. The crew abandoned ship after a message from an inmate indicated trouble. The incident disrupted Galveston traffic and prompted rescue efforts, with details sparse and some portions of the report unclear.

Galveston Tes Akenmshiy Victoria de Latvia Hatta WWE Tau

Court's Right to Take Gages Questions V. 6

A report on federal and state authority during wartime tensions over whether federal officers can act in murder and conspiracy cases within state jurisdiction. It outlines potential transfers of cases to federal courts, notes district attorney and prohibition agents involved, and mentions bail and grand jury matters for May term.

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Supreme Court Rules Red River Riverbed State Property

The Supreme Court declines to settle the Red River boundary issue between Texas and Oklahoma. It rules that riparian rights extend only to the river middle, the south bank belongs to the United States, and finds the river bed non navigable. The decision upholds federal ownership and rejects Oklahoma claims to the bed despite prior rulings.

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Camp Normoyle Near San Antonio to Be Permanent Army Post

A dated dispatch reports Camp Normoyle near San Antonio to become a permanent Army post. The notice mentions funding, operations, and potential abandonment concerns, with further context on regional manpower and defense needs.

Normoyle J. San Antonio

April letters prompt Bat Antenle subscription debate

In April Daclag and April events spark discussion over Bat Antenle subscriptions tied to Mie Ann Antatlo Tielite and Carne AG Lmaters. Readers recall prior notices about delivery to homes and monthly charges, with many requesting continued service and concerns about safety and terms.

Bat Ann Eavciens

Mystery surrounds death of woman found body

An investigation unfolds after the unidentified woman’s body was discovered at a tax parsonage. State officials including the state attorney and sheriff noted the case as a homicide inquiry while authorities contemplate possible suspects and motives.

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Political row over selecting new postmasters

A heated dispute erupted over postmaster appointments, with critics accusing political interference and urging fair, merit based selection. The controversy centers on party influence and calls for an impartial investigation into the process and personnel.

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