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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1922
Page
7
The inquest is held today into the death of Jose Castillo's three month old son at 154% Burleson Street. Officials anticipate charges against a suspect as toxicology results and a mayoral probe proceed.
A May gathering in Alwecant featured Mrs Weeks and other dignitaries welcoming President Harding and the visiting bankers at a Williamsburg Club event. The evening included formal introductions, social mingling, and expressions of goodwill toward the national leader.
Fragmented OCR text reports a local event with references to movies, people, and a campaign. Names and places are unclear, but mentions a bowling or batting style and a May date. The readable parts imply a community notice of entertainment and activity with partial names and actions.
In Washington on May 17 a debate emerged on whether to modify postings and clerks under a bulb law affecting transportation of foreign bulbs. The report notes department actions and inquiries about import controls and pricing, with references to agricultural policy.
Washington May 13 A Senate and House impasse on adding new federal judges sparks disputes over appointing a New York district judge and a New Mexico judge. Conferees reportedly opposed Middle Northwest and New Jersey nominees, with leaders citing partisan concerns. The conference adjourned without a definite action, awaiting further guidance from Senate leaders.
A scheduled injunction hearing set for next week涉及 petition by Mrs Procila Latehal seeking to restrain the Waikling Vos anditertias at Madison Square to halt work on a new auditorium. City officials and donors dispute changes to a public project as delays threaten May completion. case records indicate separate ongoing suits and potential delays for funding and access.
Readable parts show scattered weather notes with wind and temperature hints. Names and places are fragmented but indicate mixed conditions and regional forecasts across several towns and meteorological terms.
Washington May 18 The government will intensify war fraud prosecutions with a $3,000 appropriations request for a special investigation aid and prosecuting fund. Legal and committee reviews focus on whether the department should be equipped for more efficient prosecution and evidence gathering in high priority cases.
A Lehigh Valley fast express collision near Albany kills Grover Lingura and several others. Victims listed include Grover Lingura Ball of Lingura and Milnor Talhivere, all presumed riders or passengers. The crash occurred as the train struck an auto near a station, with several injured and a hospital transport.
A fragmented meteorology note reports varied conditions across multiple towns. Frigid fronts brought temperatures near 15 degrees in some areas while others faced 131 degree precipitations and rising flood concerns. Flood levels recede in Denver and nearby basins, though Truzas and Priutus remain above banks. Authorities forecast a week of generally fair but cool weather beginning Monday as per Washington meteorological sources.
A eastbound Telligh Valley Block Minnoid train collided with a crossing at Needy Hohe, derailing and injuring 26 passengers. One person died, and the coach driver described a chaotic scene as the cars scattered.
In Poughkeepsie a divorce case revolved around Love letters alleged to prove a woman’s intent to remarry. Detective testimony described a scheme with James Shean and Leigh to recover, write, and publish the letters to influence the proceedings and secure a fortune.
Kansayity residents recount a federal inquiry into the Stewart land deals and steel mortgage failed company. The defense cites a grand jury investigation prompted by Postoffice Department actions, with witnesses including Stewart and associates testify in Washington before a federal panel.
Genoa May 18 report reviews European diplomacy as France and Britain weigh steps toward Russia, with Lloyd George uneasy about Russian involvement and calls for cautious moves. The article describes tensions over recognizing the Soviet regime, possible commissions, and the aim to balance Entente powers while preserving unity.
A Chicago child aged about two drowned after a mishap while near a barrel of water. The incident occurred late at night and the child was taken to a hospital where she died. The report notes the editor’s connection in New York and Washington and mentions the father, a newspaper editor, as a prominent figure.
May 12 reports describe a dramatic explosion and fires at several plants in Gyre wail Banth Chinga tow near Brest Commonway. Officials say furnaces exploded, causing extensive damage and prompting evacuations as crews combat the blaze.
The San Antonio Light reports 109 Friday subscribers in San Antonio and 3149 more daily delivery since April. The paper notes 8140 people have subscribed to home delivery since January, underscoring local preference for the Light. Crockett 1742.
Chicago reports say police, following Chief Fitzmorris orders to shoot on provocation, killed two bandits and wounded a bystander in early raids. Four dead, three injured as separate gunbattles erupt in a labor crackdown amid arrests and alleged confessions in a wave of violence across the city.
Washington May 43 Growth of winter grains in Europe has been uneven with France and Germany seeing declines while Romania reports improved yields. Official estimates from the Commerce Department in Rome note a mixed outlook for European cereal production as wheat harvest prospects remain uncertain and cotton yields in Argentina are mentioned in broader commodity updates.
George Walner of Rural Route 1 escaped with bruises after a passenger train struck his automobile at the crossing of West Russell Place and the L and GN Railway. The wrecked car was towed away by W. H. Morris. The incident occurred Friday afternoon, with investigators arriving after police were alerted.
Eltaabeth Strealey a Methodist missionary in the Quivéan district is in Durango City with a broken thigh bone after an attack by a Mexican mob that drove five workers from the San Juan de Quilol settlement May 1. Lancaster, presiding elder, learned of the incident via telegraph from Torreón.
Denton held a gathering to elect press officers with names and roles mentioned. The event occurred in March with discussion of leadership and local organizational ties.
A gunman shot and killed a merchant on East Trent Street in Fort Worth near a nearby building. The victim, identified as Martin, was reportedly targeted during the incident, and authorities are investigating the motive and seeking witnesses.
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