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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1929
Page
2
In Ripon Wisconsin on June observances marked by a parade, organizers note elephants tied to the claim that all elephants are Republicans. Amid controversy a circus owner offered two baby elephants to join the Republican parade, with previous circus losses cited.
IMONTON Mo May 1 Dallas Sutton 21 of Annapolis Mo jailed today in connection with the killing of H W Cook 60 year old cashier of the bank in a holdup yesterday afternoon Sutton was caught on the highway between Annapolis and Jivanat Mo after being recognized as he fled from the bank
Florida imposes a statewide fruit fly quarantine with three zones. One zone is restricted, another precautionary, and the rest of the state remains outside the measure. The plan targets Messerranian fruit fly control and outlines enforcement areas.
A concealed, widespread effort by the International Warper and Tower company to gain control or vital interests in American newspapers is exposed during a federal investigation. Archibald Grau stein testifies the plan aims to bind papers to secure newsprint while revealing holdings across Boston Herald, Knickerbocker Press, Albany Evening Journal, Rochester papers, Brooklyn Daily Eagle and Chicago Daily News including substantial stock and debt notes.
The Light and Fox company announced the April camera contest winner. Miss Mary E. Johnston photographed the balanced rock in the Garden of the Gods, earning the Furst prize for the best picture.
The testimony outlines a onetime plan to acquire Tryan Thyameon Newspapers and related papers with a mix of preferred and common stock valued near 1 million dollars. It notes advances to Augusta Chronicle owners, a proposed 20 million deal involving the Cleveland Main Dealer, and attempts to finance via debentures while other bidders competed, with Graustein describing the era’s paper acquisitions and control questions in blunt terms.
Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes mourns the death of his wife who died after a long illness. The couple shared 57 years of marriage, and Mrs Holmes, daughter of Epes Wixwell of Cambridge, had been active in Washington social life since 1902 after her husband joined the Supreme Court.
A damaged report describes a New Year’s Eve incident at Granada eafel involving Stube MaGavend, William McFallen, and Cres Maloney. It notes only one witness remained available, details a frenzied attempt to exit, and mentions an orchestra disruption amid chaotic scenes.
A clipped, unclear report notes night clubs after a luncheon with mentions of a new club in London’s western end and plans for performances. It cites guests and possible cabaret acts as organizers seek crowd appeal and a grand event.
The complaint alleges that Hernuniter, a delivery driver, ran into Felix de la Garza at the Nogalitan and Zavalla corner, injuring him on April 28. The case involves a charge of failing to render aid and the driver’s bond status as the matter proceeds before the court.
May 1 in Cleveland Onis says fiancee of Col. Charles A. Lindbergh favors automobile or train travel over flying for aesthetic reasons. She argues air travel cannot match land journeys for beauty and scenery, noting views over water and land differ, and expresses doubt about air travel delivering the same experience.
Los Angeles May 1 Reinier and a business career base led Prince Louis Ferdinand second son of the former German emperor to establish residence in the United States He has been taking flying lessons and announced plans to work with Ford Motor Company aviation department in Detroit He conferred with Ford officials and is seeking promotion in aviation circles
May 1 report details a crackdown involving automobile barriers and a smoke screen device used in an incident linked to bootlegging. Police, led by Assistant Harry G. Pratt, seek authorities as the case proceeds to the grand jury with investigations into the shooting and the suspect’s escape.
Arrangement for the largest gathering of modern engineers in China’s history, to be held at Nanking in May, has been completed. Also mentions a local contest where Miss Mary J. dJuhisten won first prize for a rock photograph and other prize winners listed.
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