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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 05, 1928

Page

2

Duerler Wows San Antonio With Concert At Auditorioay

Evelyn Duerler soprano of the American Opera company headlined a municipal auditorium concert under Otto Zoeller. The program featured Aida selections, One Fine Day, and Wagner pieces. Donations funded scholarships for area students, with a note from Joseph E. Maddy about national programs for local learners.

Ean Antonians Beaux A. Aver Astee Theater Warber Seville Don Felice Otto Zorller Mies Dnoerler Seo Antonio Ebt Scott Frens Auer Aida” Merch Yann Bor Ceilo Franz Auer Walter Trmnham Barber of Serville Valse Des Fleures Goin Misa Duerler Ban Attonia Tucedar Munsical Clube Minevclog otTiar Joseph E. Maddy Prepesira San Antoni

Flood threat prompts mass evacuation near Piedmont mills

Residents fled rising flood waters as the Table Rock dam threatened collapse. The Piedmont area with about 4000 workers faced major damage while Greenville and Ware Shoals remained at risk. Dam construction cost 1 million dollars and dedication had been planned for May 24.

Fone Stardy Hill Greenville Piedmont Boo Ware Shoals Able Rock'cove Hanger Table Greenville News Mul

DANDRUFF A Sure Way to End It

An old home remedy claims plain ordinary liquid grron from drag gators can remove dandruff. Apply at night in small amounts and rub in with the finger. With repeated use the remedy allegedly eliminates all dandruff and leaves hair feeling lighter and more voluminous.

Local social notes list visitors and residents in the area

Spot Lights column records a long list of visitors and residents in Buffalo and nearby towns. Names include Ortiz, McNaughton, Hy B. Thuthford, Adolph Renect, J. Walters, Miss Mary Bonner, Mrs. Wheeler Peting, Julius Appleton, Pete Welfe, Mrs. W. M. Willinass, Sadie Hatfield, H. J. Walters, Emmet, Marrin, Othello Beers, Earl W. Phoenix, Mrs. Crown, Irvine, A. V. Magelt, Ina E. W. Sepford, and others, with notes of visits to Eagle Pass, Bandera, Gonzales, and Mexico and travel details.

Ree Mes Julius Appleton Mra Pete Welfe Ane W. M. Willinass Eagie Pao Mimsy Sadie Hatfield Media Eee A- V. Magelt Gonzales Ina E. W. Sepford Breoohmig Mme Earl W. Phoenix Child Eagle Page

Birthday notices for several local residents

Mary Josephire Cunnitghtan celebrates a birthday with family in Deltona, while Winst Guenther and Ay Hrannen also observed birthday greetings. The entries note residences on 421 Nuph Ving Hrevt and 207 Manon Atrret, with Borro D and Madiya Wilmith among those honored in the community.

Mary Josephire Cunnitghtan Guenther Wried Hrannen Madiya Wilmith Manon Atrret Borro D Deltona North Leona Atrott

DelegatesSelected In Precinct Conventions Amid Dry Platform Fight

In a charged precinct convention scene, Democratic and Republican delegates were chosen amid acrimonious debate over a dry platform. Governor Moody pressed for instructed delegates while factions favored unpledged or candidate-specific votes, shaping county and state conventions ahead of May 22 showers of maqui.

Don Moods King Nume Moody Herol Constitutional Democrats Movn Smith New York James A. Reed Missouri Albert Ritcbie Marrand

Senator Norris Criticizes Utilities Drive for Publicity

Washington reports Senator Norris assailed the press for insufficient attention to a federal trade commission inquiry into public utility interests. He cited editorials condemning power firms and testified about millions spent to influence public opinion, including school programs and Newsroom propaganda in New York and Philadelphia.

Washington Wederat Trade Commission Norria Nepublican Neheavka Senate Inquire Nebraskan Aic Waller IL Dolinson Philadelphia Commission Chorsdig Heuusslynnia Electric Association Norra Renil Johnsom Nares Tolver Power Iveterests Epicw Norris Norrie Che Jwer New York

Chinese King in Jabs Sparks International Tension

Fragmentary OCR reports fear serious international complications from fighting between Nationalists and Japanese forces around the foreign quarter. Confusion over who leads, with Chiang Kai-shek's command questioned as Japanese troops tighten a cordon and shelling continues.

Wireless Edward T. Stanton Ernest ‘B. Price Piking Bee Tsinan Tsingtao Teinan J Uey Chiang Kai-5bex Aethey Nanking Ho Yao-leu Mae Vera Fukada Nore JSP Usmnan Abbey Kamtbugsub Chiang Woibhek Wiinan Mme Sheir Euldigrs

WILKINS REJECTS NOBLE MISSION TO GREEN HARBOR

GREEN HARBOR SPITZBERGEN May 5 Captain George Wilkins refused General Umberto to join three polar trips to Greenland the North Pole and Nicholay Island to accompany him. Wilkins said he is writing a new polar trip book and could not depart with the expedition. Carl B. Eialson and George H. Wilkins Jr from Alaska arrived seeking to persuade him. They expect to leave by Monday or Tuesday.

Green Harbor Spitebergen May Umberto Nobile George Wilkins Greanland North Pole Nicholay Wilkins Wilkina Green Frarbor Spitebesren Cape George H. Wiltkik Carl B. Eialson Alaska Long Year City Heould

Pupils Win Preliminaries in Art Contests in Texas

The article reports on pupils winning preliminary rounds in art contests for the Interscholastic League. Alfred Guerra of Brackenridge High School advances after strong showings in senior division. Finalists from Lun Prtongetiost and Benukes ridge compete for state honors, with winners advancing to a Friday night program in Austin.

Bon Antonio Austin Alfred Guerra Brackenridge Schont Studget Tenolf Miss. Francoh Meee Alama

Prof Cries For Human Statistics in Chicago

In Chicago on May 5 Professor Stephen W. Gilman of the University of Wisconsin warns that modern business needs honest human statisticians not mere technicians. He urges clear, accessible reporting by accountants and warns that those who cling to jargon will face professional exile.

Chicago Fie Stephen W. Rilman University of Wisconsin Business Jaaz Gilman Chicago Corporadione Hana Hesda Nou

Peasants Rally in Alba Julia Demanding Romanian Reform

In Alba Julia Romania on May 5 a vast peasant crowd converged to demand changes from the Bratianu government ahead of tomorrow’s nationwide Peasants' referendum. Organizers claim 250,000 will travel to Alban Julia. observers note the mass movement mirrors none in Romanian history. The protesters attack Bratianu’s regime for political grip over resources and governance.

Alba Julia Rumania Lichtenstern Delbergy Regite Buckareet Romania Vintila Bratinny Julie Mania Pengaula’ Party Bratianu ATF Britan Lencanis Autumer Biles Maniu Pensante Alban Julia Ameall Lawn

Bremen Flyers Receive European Honor For Flight Effort

In New York on May 5 1901 the Bremen Flyers tribute honors the first European to America flight. Aaron von Wittnefeld accepts a 12500 dollar check from Eletrallux of Sweden for future aviation research. Professor Junkers and Captain Koehl praise the donors and anticipate peace driven by air progress.

New York Fervis Bremen Aaron von Wittnefeld Isasell Elertralux Company Sweden Europe America Junkers Agyard Kirt Tix Dangwater Junkers 15 Kvebl Baron Yo Tuenefeld Germany Ireland Ballonnel Irish Free State Koehl Titzmaurice John McCormack John Mellieux

Mystery double murder at Varaday home shocks Plattsmouth

In Plattsmouth Nebraska on May 5 a young woman and two men aged 70 were found slain in the Varaday residence. The note signed by Varaday claimed a double murder and hinted at vendetta, while the full message remains partly unreadable to investigators.

Platismouth Yroman John Varaday Varnn Tura Pearl Babury Varada Nore

Old copper mine junked amid odd antique finds

A 800 year old cow remains and a Batix settler plans to move ore about 200 miles by ox cart and ship it to Holland. Machinery installed by the latest owner was sold to a junk dealer. Markets report New York Exchange and card market activity as brokers face heavy volumes after weeks of gains.

Batix Holland New York Stock Exchange New York

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