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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 03, 1928

Page

10

Striking Plumbers Press City on Ordinances

A plumbers strike and wage disputes surfaced as a committee led by Frank Converee urged Mayor Chambers to amend city plumbing ordinances. J Ormond demanded allow work two weeks before examiner board permit. Open Shop backed engineers will not concede to union terms. Local and national plumbers' groups plan further actions.

Phui Nrm Pravk Converee Mator J. Ormond Chambers City Commission Association of Sanitary Engineers Open Shop Association Sidney Cornelius Cornelius Staife Cornelius Cid Ian Antono Sunder Frank Gonerse Thurmley Soy Zerard

Bats Auctioned to Raise Funds for Lions Park

Albany residents of the Lions Club conducted a bizarre fundraiser by auctioning hats worn by members. The stunt raised around 825 in total, with headgear and caps sold to bidders to support Lions Park development.

Lions Park Albany Lions Club

Plan Chapel to Be Bigger Than Grid

Northwestern University plans a new chapel described as larger than its grid structure. The project aims to house major services and ceremonies with a design titled Tong. The formal announcement signals a landmark expansion for campus religious life.

Chicagh Northwestern University Atructupa

Chinese Kill 100 Japanese in Teinapiu clash

A sensational report from May 3 claims 10 Japanese residents were killed in Wasinan Teinapiu amid fighting between Japanese troops and Chinese Nationalists. Looting of Japanese property sparked the clash in Tyinad, capital of Shuntung province, with casualties on both sides.

International Laws Service Torso W'sinan Teinapiu Tsinan Chivece Tyinad Shun- Tung

Thief Takes Handbag at Alamo Plaza

A beadbag was reported stolen Thursday from the Alamo plaza in San Antonio. The theft occurred as D. T. Hatcher of Deport Texas was stopping in the city. The incident disrupted a busy scene with no immediate arrests reported.

Tolen Alamo Plaza Nuto D. T. Hatcher Depor Texas San Antonio

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International News Service reports Dre and Gers, Major Janes Pitzeneurkce and Barrn Gun ther von Huvinefeld arrived at Miller Field, Staten Island, in a Junkers monoplane. They were greeted by city officials and hosted at a luncheon by the Merchants' Association.

International New Service New York Mar Gap Herman Kovhl Janes Pitzeneurkce Barrn Gunther von Huvinefeld Millerfield Staten Island Shin Bremen Washington Munbattam Butumor Tes Iliers Merchants' Association Hotel Astor Natime City Bank New York Edison Ecompany Lindsny Crawford Irish Free State United Seaman Metropolitan Opera House Dackers Corporation Greenery Island Fred Metchoir Metchoir

Pilots Wives Seek Meeting With Lindbergh in New York

In New York on May 3, Mrs James Fitzmaurice and Mrs Merimony Knehl expressed their wish to meet Col Charles A Lindbergh. They said they admire him and would like a chance to see the famed aviator during their visit, hoping arrangements might allow a brief meeting amid the city’s bustle.

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Bremen Tour Itinerary Outlined Amid Reception Plans

Posts outline a Bremen tour itinerary visiting major U S cities including New York and Washington as German officials plan receptions from May through May in several cities. The schedule lists events in Chicago Milwaukee St. Louis and others with confirmed receptions and travel between venues.

Illness Halts Trial of Widow in Defeat Views Case

Fragmentary readable text shows a widow’s trial halted by illness amid discussion of defeat and views. Names and places are unclear, but the event centers on a legal case and public reaction, with lingering questions about the outcome and the defendant’s status.

Ilness Neerlen Iy

Governor Seeks Return of Two Men in Ardmore Raid

The governor requests the return of two men connected to a raid in Ardmore, Oklahoma. Local officials, including state health and human services representatives, coordinate with law enforcement to locate and compel their return. The incident centers on a residential area and involves county authorities and state agencies.

Piny SA Econ Mitchell He Woodk Wing Amith Chieged Choke County Marne Wudwelling Ioan Ariilanetion

Texas poised to become major cotton mill hub says Boston visitors

EF W Denia of Boston and a delegation of textile executives voiced optimism about Texas cotton and mill growth during a San Antonio visit. Philip M Tucker and Wilmot Evans predicted local mills will soon use Texas grown cotton. power, labor, and favorable taxes cited as key advantages. John F Bannon and Gordon Banker noted skilled labor and favorable conditions, while visitors acknowledged Texas potential despite past power barriers.

Texas Lins State Funn Bost San Antonio Texus Philip M. Tucker Philip M. Tucker Company Igvestor and Quveror Tucker Jorge Elevisie Plady Doston Denia John F. Bannon Central Walls R. T Greenville 3.C Leven

Garden Hose Thief Reported In Town

Police report a theft of a 50 foot garden hose on Wednesday night. The suspect visited West Craig Street and was linked to a man named W. Alford at 120 West Craig. Further details are sparse in the fragmentary OCR.

W. Alford West Craig Mr. Alfor

Hoover to Louvain For July 4 Library Dedication Visit

A large American party led by Herbert Hoover arrived in Louvain to attend the dedication of the Louvain library on July 4. The Texans, hosted by Governor Dan Moody and the Texas Industrial Committee, toured cotton mills and power plants in New Braunfels and Seguin, dined with Lions and chamber members in New Braunfels, and attended a barbecue in Seguin. They will depart for Houston Thursday night, with a coffee at the St. Anthony hotel where Walter Walthall will speak and W. B. Tuttle will be introduced.

Sean Service Brussels Herbert Hoover Commere Louvain San Antonio Dan Moods Texan Industrial Committee Ther Dallas Way Austin Belate la Adlanto Houston New Cromfels Seguin

May Day Violence Affects Demonstrations In America

The article notes violent incidents during May Day celebrations in New York and other places. It contrasts small radical gatherings with large Bolshevik demonstrations in Moscow, describing armed troops, tanks, and massive forces. It also references Dr Butler of Columbia University and commentary on Protestant Christianity and societal critique.

America New York Naledy Moscow Bolmbevian Red Army Murchin Tengeia Butler Columbia University Aristotle Grecka Paracel

Bank Killing Jury Debates In Texas Case

Norberto Digs faces charges tied to a bank killing after a deputy or jury debate fractured by a jailbreak. The suspect, described as a fugitive, slipped from Milan County jail weeks ago and remains at large as investigators pursue a $500 reward offered by the Texas Bankers Association.

Rautder Norberto Digs Titus Ita Hunde Gince & O Bani Bane Bazé Milland County

Wrights First Powered Flight Exhibit Opens in London

A fragmented report states the Wright brothers first powered flight of 1903 is on display at the Science Museum in London. The exhibit marks the centennial achievement with a historic aircraft and related artifacts.

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British Museum Library Expands With New Shelving System

London report notes rapid growth at the British Museum Library with more than fifty shelves and over 4,000,001 items added to the collection as part of a widening initiative.

British Museum Library London Beltish Museum

Reed Fans on Gad Party Read Fans on Gad Party

Fragmented OCR text mentions Wilbur Targette of California and Governor Sxifth of New York with unclear context about nominations and party approvals. The readable elements are disjoint and speculative. No clear event, date, or outcome is established.

Wasumetron Wilbur Targette California Sxifth New York Benptur Teed

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