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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 04, 1929

Page

2

Student Friend Held in Torch Slaying Case

Hopkins University student Bussey, linked as a material witness, is involved in the torch slaying of Mrs. Lordby Peaces. Earl F. Pentox confessed to strangling his wife and burning her body, with letters and alleged petting party ties cited in New York police summaries.

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Unclear Radio Schedule and Community Notices Across Stations

A fragmented OCR list shows music, program notes, church services, and community listings across KTSA KGRC WOAL WGN stations. It mentions upcoming services at First Presbyterian Church, a John Morris program, and various musical segments, with scattered times and local notices.

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Funeral Services Held for Infant Run Over by Car

Infant daughter of Majer and Mrs We EL Choner of 609 Grayson Street died after being run over near her driveway. Funeral services were held at Fort Sam Houston cemetery with Wilbert and Haunvau leading, Reverend Puillin Cone Mleteher officiating. She is survived by her parents a brother Clark and a sister Amie.

L Punera Kararyis

Mrs. Fannie Watson Dies at L A Home

Mrs Fannie Watson 45 died at her residence 401 West Flmirn Freifay after a Ban Antunio test fondy of fra roonthr She was then five of Sinton Survived by daughters Mrs Mate Munners Mrs dame Tucksul Watson and at San Antonin sons George Watson Ban lenie and J KE Magrefiell of Unie formus a einer Also Mra J Wildage Arknasay and Jf WE Kershaw Temple

Mreanne Watson West Freifay Antunio Fra Roonthr Sinton Dlivee Daughieee Mate Munners Dame Tucksul Watson San Antonin George Watson Ban Lenie J. KE Magrefiell Unie Formus A Einer Mra J. Wdldige Arknasay Aid Brotley Jf. WE. Kershaw Temple

Auto Crank Blow Causes Scalp Injury at Local Hospital

A man was treated for a scalp gash after an auto crank blow during a reported geolo incident at Thober Te Grena hospital Saturday. Police recovered details suggesting the blow came from an arm tied to a rank in a confrontation. The injured individual was described as having sustained a serious head wound and was receiving care.

Thober Te Grena Hospital Geolo Eaid Anton Bile

Woman Reports Mattress Stolen From Home

Local report states Mrs Thomas Mapes on Main Street filed a complaint after her mattress was stolen from her residence. Police are investigating and seeking witnesses or surveillance footage to identify the suspect.

Thomaso Mapes

Rumors Circulate on Lindy Lindbergh Wedding Plans

Reports from Englewood indicate widespread speculation about Charles A. Lindbergh and Evangeline Morrows forthcoming marriage. Interest centers on timing and location with talk of a ceremony at the Morrows home in North Ta men Maine or a Martine setting as guests prepare for possible departure from Detroit.

Englewood Charies A. Lintbergh Prier Porig Murrow Jane Morrow Ibergh Evangeline Linbergh Emule Morvos Bane

Boy 8 Survives After Glass Slashing Operation

An eight year old boy injured by a glass slash undergoes surgery and shows improvement. Details are unclear due to damaged text but the incident appears to involve hospital treatment and a recovery trajectory.

Anstery death victim buried at Laredo

A military funeral was held at Fort McIntosh in Laredo for Sergeant Willa Perrin HM of CF Company Eighty Engineers. Private Leo Mun of the same unit was to be buried. Perrin died after being wounded by a blunt instrument and inquest found him quiet and better in the end. Perrin, born in London, had served 20 years and leaves two sisters. Interment was at Fort McIntosh cemetery.

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Fragmented OCR note on British monarchy and finance

The readable fragments discuss the British king and a garter tradition, a contrast with the Grand Order of the Chrysanthemum, and a political note about repeal of a civil liberties amendment. Additional text mentions banking practices, money on call, and a remark on bankers setting rates, hinting at economic debate and monetary policy.

Fragmented Vital Statistics Note With Jumbled Names

A garbled OCR fragment lists multiple proper nouns and numbers in a unclear sequence. It mentions names like Wernatte and Valences with scattered references to places and dates, but lacks coherent events or a clear lead.

Fragmented reminiscence from a bank incident and death report

The narrator recalls J D Anderson cashier of We City National Hank bringing the first adam bite and excitement at his bank. Anderson reportedly told jokes, while August DeZavolla and Merry Text listened as a death story from the past spread fear among locals.

J D. Andereson We City National Hank San Aditonia Anderson August DeZavolla Jha Wil

Burglaries Reported on Thurman Place and Nearby Streets

A series of burglaries and attempted break ins were reported in the city. A. Reich’s home on 202 Thurman Place was entered Friday night but the intruder fled when Mrs. Reich returned. A savings bank with dollars missing from Reich’s home, and a separate break in at J. Chillippas on Nelson Street were noted. Police pursued suspects. a window screen was blown at Mrs. Desada’s Chicago Boulevard residence. Police mounted patrols investigated the incidents.

A. IL Thurman Place Mirsinz Miikene Ald Tankford Jamit Chillippos Nelson Street Chillippus Aveny Sahel Desada Chicago Paties W _ nevey

Publicity for Vote on Arms Advances in Global Forum

Amid a tense arms publicity vote at an international conference, key nations debated limits on weaponry. Germany abstained, Soviet delegates criticized the process, and calls rose for a new end to hostilities as leaders pressed for a workable arms control solution.

Prapnaulia Syntean Lundarin Monty Bert Kovint Muss Saul China Germany Maxim Litvinoff

Funeral services for Mrs Fletcher Furerb wervena

Funeral arrangements announced for Mrs Fletcher Furerb Verner a resident of Kan Antonin. The 70 year old widow will lie in state at St Marys Catholic Church with a service to follow. Survivors include her daughter Mrs Heat Rive Cadoy and two grandchildren. She was a member of the Order of Onb.

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Rum Runner Chases Costly to Officers

A garbled report describes a pursuit involving a rum runner and police, noting multiple people injured or harmed over a three year span. It mentions Topeka, Alma, and officials including a superintendent, with unclear details about parties and outcomes.

Merchant Dies at Corsicana

In Corsicana a local merchant died suddenly after a medical issue. The event prompted brief notices from fellow merchants and town officials, with urgency to confirm the cause and funeral arrangements pending.

Corsicana

Indictments in Chicago vice probe span officials and gangs

A Chicago grand jury indicted 13 district graft suspects including six trustees and a former president in a widespread vice probe. Federal authorities charged 117 people in the Chicago Heights racket case linking public officials to liquor and slot machine graft. Indictments also named police officers among 28 charged, tied to the era’s corruption scandals. The probe, centering on public payroll abuses and a million-dollar sting, continues after revelations of extensive organized crime ties and political influence.

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Chang Defeated Shantung Chief Flees to Japan

Chang Tangy l binge Nefented shows a defeated Shantung chief fleeing to Japan amid chaotic forces. The account notes his departure from Yestila territory and the fragile political climate surrounding the escape.

Chang Shantung Japan Marehal Chang Mina

Chambers Attend Ceremony on Coast

The report notes Chambers at a coastal ceremony with figures including Mayor GM and others. It mentions plans to attend a Ban and references a list of attendees and upcoming local matters, implying community events and public notices on the first page.

Thief Returns Savings for Wedding Night Incident

A would be bride and groom faced a strange burglary on a Friday night as a thief entered the home during preparations and pocketed a purse with savings meant for the wedding. Police investigated with witnesses and a search of the house. The incident ended with the thief tossing the purse through an open window, and the couple remains engaged as wedding plans proceed.

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Mail Carrier Handles Fort Sam Houston Route Details

A postal worker named Tadetsky, long on duty, covers multiple streets on Fort Sam Houston territory. The report lists routes and street segments including Bert Sir Lomston, Dover, Glouchcoter, Groggon, North Unekderry, Macon, Oteyndhy, Neth Tian, and other local lanes, highlighting service area and routine duties.

House Committee Votes Favorably on Income Tax Bill

AWATIN May 4 The state revenue and taxation committee voted in favor of an income tax bill. The measure would impose a seven percent tax on corporations and a twelve percent levy on individuals with a 2 percent rate on certain entities.

House Awatin Srte Feme RON. Mawritz Ag Ginnie Conmitter Revenue and Taxation Wight Tod

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