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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1929
Page
20
A sergeant credited with saving his life during a carjacking at the entrance to the tying flat when a man and woman bandit attacked. Shots were fired from a pistol and a shotgun. a bloodstained shirt fragment and tire punctures were found. Officers scoured nearby roads for the occupants, whom witnesses described as a couple in a car.
Turbulent conditions and heavy rain dominated the British Open qualifying as American players Chiefly led by Abe Mitchell and Walter Hazen challenged British stars like Archie Cumpston Aubrey Boomer Cecil Tallin and Vic Selfish. Scores ranged with Prev Towel and others posting 72 to 75 while several players struggled in wind and wet rough with a late surge by Walter Magen using a single magic putter to reach par on the final holes.
District Attorney Tamar Seelitsen urged a grand jury probe after reports of incompetence and negligence at the Robert T. Creon hospital following the death of Leon Vidal. Autopsy ordered. Justice Botts authorized inquest. Vidal died after a pool hall incident and hospital discharge.
Suanghat reports the German military leadership including Mayer and von Tantendorf in the war era. The text notes Mayer as a key assistant and mentions the broader government functions during the conflict.
Sergeant Thoras F. Taylor repulsed a bandit pair at the Brooks field gate in a spirited attack. His searchlight blinded the foes as they fired repeatedly but missed in the darkness.
Local voters face a May 18 special election to decide whether Harlan dale will incorporate. County Judge Terry and officials report petitions signed by residents supporting and opposing the move. In other news, reports from Detroit rally coverage and Navy balloon teams appear in notes from wartime dispatches.
The six-nation naval disarmament commission adjourned today in Geneva amid anticipation for action by the major powers. Talks paused as delegates await the Big Five nations to decide next steps in naval arms limits.
Walter Menil, charged with murder in connection with a slaying, was freed on bond set at $2500 after a habeas corpus hearing. The case, tied to Ninety fourth District court proceedings, involves plans to remand Menil without pending charges and an immediate writ bond.
A Senate committee enrolled a bill report on Mellon, with Senator Steiner and Crogan supporting the measure. Senator Stephens Clemendr was absent but telegraphed his vote in favor, while Mellon is referenced in relation to the post of secretary of the treasury.
Houston, May 6. Officers today probed a murder scene after a man and a woman were found dead near Bloom Ira. Melward Stone, 22, of Westfield, was killed in a car near Aldine. Blood trails and a weapon were found. Stone’s father identified the car. Miss Whipple’s body was found nearby. Police believe the couple’s abductor shot Stone as he attempted to flee, while the girl’s fate remains tied to the incident. A man named Soung Stone reported his son’s return home before leaving to search for him. Witnesses heard several shots near the scene.
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A fragmented forecast notes a cold Tuesday in San Antonio with a northerly wind bringing chiller air. Temperatures range from around 7 to 10 degrees with blustery conditions and the potential for a frosty afternoon.
The Senate moves to limit debate on the farm bill as discussions focus on export provisions and potential policy changes. Key lawmakers pursue a streamlined path amid ongoing negotiations and party dynamics.
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