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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1927
Page
2
A dated cable in this issue reports William Randolph Hearst urging that England pay its debts promptly. He calls England a creditable nation, noting mutual respect between England and the United States, and argues there is no debt dispute between the two powers. He emphasizes paying debts honorably and without creating reciprocal tensions.
The message notes P. Thornton’s long insurance career and his wide circle of friends. It mentions Cosma and Cy and a greeting from Frank M. Columen praising Thornton as a premier government expert. Thornton invites friends to join in a celebratory event at his office.
In Los Angeles today thousands recall thoughts of mother as Henry Lee Taylor, vice commander of the S. A., stands at the center of a scene reflecting sorrow and communal tribute. The gathering highlights shared memories and collective mourning.
The American Legion unit LL of Mother post honors its mother figure Mrs Kate J Taylor by wearing a flower and presenting a box of candy. Numerous special services mark the day as part of the observance.
A Bernards illustrated News foreword presents William Randolph Hearst as a dominant U.S. newspaper figure with strong influence in politics. It notes his favorable stance on Reynolds regarding the British memorandum on war debts and cites his reputation for a sharp editorial voice, now softening in a global sensational note about Anglo American unity.
Fines imposed on Saturday for alleged rate fights as railroads announce 10 to 45 percent lash on routes. Missouri Pacific and Southern Pacific plan lower weekend round trips to Ames and compete with auto carriers. W G Crush notes conference Monday after Friday rate posts by SP and MP lines. Statewide action targets short haul, with 59 percent drop in such travel cited. Rates apply in Texas Louisiana zones, with weekend and holiday adjustments and return limits.
Mrz R Hoss was named President of the Woodrow Wilson Park School Parent-Teacher Association at its first meeting held Friday. Other officers include Miss A M Wall as first vice president, Efre A Jabnsas as second vice president, Mrs J W Yarborough as third vice president, Mrs J E Taylor as secretary, Mrs J J Kingsburr as corresponding secretary, and EM Evans as treasurer.
A federal court in Nel Bin on Saturday reviewed the case of Aguilera de Hrones held for deportation. Judge West presided and ruled that the hearing before remigrant inspectors offered a chance to explain why she should not be deported, but no advantage was taken.
London reports a planned taxation measure as a crosswords themed policy effort. Mention of government aims and public response frames the issue, with emphasis on regulatory changes and potential fiscal impact. The piece notes debate in authorities and citizen interest as details remain unclear.
Belgrade reports Countess Louise Blitz, wife of Count Yuu Fravcig Blitz, plans to suspend her cabaret dancing career at a frontier town of 20,000. Once wealthy Argentine farmer ownership and a $2,500,000 fortune shaped her life before divorce battles and a controversial marriage. She performed under the alias Countess Eltz amid pressure from regional nobility including the Duke of Lichtenstein and Archduke Salvator, who urged a name change that she rejected.
Three boys were arrested Saturday in connection with the theft of twenty two pigeons from Roz Borceburg at 221 Carltow Street. The birds have not been recovered.
Authorities and fire officials in New York united in a probe into a coal company fire that wrecked executive offices and killed several people while injuring many others. The tragedy occurred yesterday as investigators seek the explosion's origin amid a scene of widespread damage.
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