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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1929
Page
5
A report from Fort Worth describes a gun incident resulting in a crime victim. Police believe a man from Pond City was murdered. Officers are seeking suspect information and urging workers to consider safety.
Constance Talmadge, film actress, wed Fenstad Netcher of Chicago yesterday at Kenton's home, marking her third marriage and Netcher's second. Previous spouse was Gertrude Selby. The ceremony joined Talmadge in Hi Gallia Monten amid attention from the film industry.
The indictment accuses Con Mix a famed cowboy actor of false income tax returns from 1924 to 1927 with alleged concealment of $112,114 in taxes. Also named are Marjorie Berger tax advisor Eugene J. Farde and others in a conspiracy involving misrepresented income and deductsions. Bond of $1,640 posted for Mix to await trial.
A local preacher was shot and killed in Lamesa while a trial heard testimony about a shotgun used during the incident. The case involved a neighbor and members of the Ouke family, with jurors reportedly finding someone guilty as the judge instructed. The defense pointed to prior life and family ties in a tense courtroom sequence.
SASUVILLE Tenn May 1 The case of Watter Lingell charged with bribery and conspired with three men to influence a jury faces new complications as two men linked to the plot admit involvement. Osburn former minister faces charges over accepting money while Tig Dubuey and others were arrested yesterday. Creswell and another suspect confessed to roles in the alleged scheme and warrants were issued as details emerge from the second trial.
Manila witnesses a solar eclipse as a large portion of the sun is obscured. Officials report minor darkness over the city while observers, using improvised devices, view the event with interest despite limited equipment. The sight draws crowds and a shared sense of wonder across the islands.
A damaged report describes a ship grounding near TOKO on May 9 with 60 missing crew. Authorities say the vessel struck a coral reef while sailing and communication equipment failed as the ship listed. Rescue efforts focus on locating survivors and assessing the wreck.
An advertisement touts Texall Grime as a remedy for constipation. It claims the tablet harmonizes body systems and loosens stool with a gentle, thorough effect. Sold at Rexall Orderlies and Tesall drug stores with a nine or more hour delivery claim.
An advertisement touts Tintex Color Theromer a modern method to transform dark winter frocks into light spring wear. It claims to remove original color, safely dye to any shade, and also offers stain removal and whitening aids. The copy promotes sales through Tintex dealers and highlights various Tintex products for home tinting and dyeing.
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