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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1928
Page
1
The column discusses weight loss for public figures like Theodore Roosevelt and Gene Tunney, emphasizing gradual training and cautions about overexertion. It weaves in world events, cotton prices, and political tensions, including China Japan and Britain, plus debates on branded stores and industry power.
A May report from Washington notes a five million dollar effort to combat the Texas boll worm infestation. Authorities and agricultural groups collaborate with national agencies to fund control programs and research.
London May 12 Crown Prince Caral of Ruimmus faced expulsion after British authorities deemed his presence undesirable amid alleged intrigue. He risked forced departure within 48 hours and possible deportation after a broadcast plot to aid Romania, with conspirators planning to disrupt air lanes. He denied throne plans and offered to return if the people choose.
Weather notes describe cloudy wet conditions forecast for Sunday after recent rain drenching the city and surrounding area. Reports mention storm activity near San Antonin and impacts near Winburn field with damage from a blaze and city electric service restoration.
Kansas City authorities moved to intensify crime investigations amid a flurry of activity over a 24 hour period. Two men were fatally involved in incidents prompting a broader data driven inquiry and heightened public safety actions.
Fort Sam Houston will be largely deserted after the Third Brigade and artillery brigade depart for a two day spring maneuver. Guard and caretakers will remain at Camp Stanley to tend to weekly posts as the Second Field Artillery Brigade and division move out Wednesday. The Secon Division headquarters will complete its departure by Thursday morning.
In Washington on May 12 Gold medals were voted for Clarence Chamberlin and Charles A Levine honoring the New York to Germany flight. The original bill provided for Chamberlin while an amendment added Levine as the first airline passenger and sponsor of the flight.
Senator Heflin of Alabama labeled Governor Al Smith evasive to a senate campaign investigation. He urged recalling Herbert Moyer, Republican candidate, to question why he sent 27,000 dollars to California where he faced no opposition.
May 1 report from QMNEVA states Mile Jonosan a young professional dancer was jailed on murder charges in the shooting of Raymont Bolader a member of a wealthy Byisa family. The incident occurred at a local aerochlid restaurant leaving investigators to pursue specifics in the case.
WERTAN May 12 German composer and conductor died from injuries after an automobile crash near Ponirranin. The respected musician, known for orchestral works, was injured while walking earlier today and succumbed to the injuries in hospital.
An American aviator was injured when his plane crashed near Minty Geran in Rio TANEIRO. Authorities reported the incident on May 1 and are investigating causes.
Hernold Hoel and his wife, near Ipeeta Nebraska, doused themselves with fuel in a domestic quarrel over a divorce. He slugged her with a baseball bat, dragged her along the road, then set fire to the car and crawled back to the flames. Both bodies were recovered from the wreckage.
Three tri-motored Fokker monoplanes built at Hasbrouck Heights factory for the Western Air Express departed New York at 12:35 pm on a cross continental flight to San Francisco and Los Angeles. Plane 2 planned stops at Ranges City and El Paso. Plane 3 would stop at Houston, Dallas, Fort Worth, and Midland.
DOTYROT May 12 Two men were burned to death when a Ford tri-motor plane crashed at Ford airport in Detroit. The wreckage burst into flames upon impact and the victims were trapped inside. Investigators begin work to determine cause.
A revived drive against a third term for President Coolidge surfaced in the house. Representative Emanuel Celler of New York introduced the anti third term resolution, part of a broader Democratic push. The move follows a deal with Canada to discourage a third term, aiming to deter constitutional changes.
An aviator’s body is to be returned to his family after death in battle. The exact details of the transfer are unclear due to damaged text, but the report notes the officer’s service and the planned repatriation to relatives.
International News Service reports James William Alt, 27, ex soldier and confessed murderer, claimed he poisoned Ruth Little 17 in Summitville in 1920 to settle a score and later killed his wife 17 in 1925 to claim a life insurance payout. He reportedly confessed to authorities and discussed motives with accomplices.
Mellon, secretary of the delegation, was chosen to head Pennsylvania's delegation to the Republican national convention in Kansas City this afternoon. The body elected Mellon to guide the group as it considers a candidate who would follow party platforms promising economy and administrative efficiency for the people.
Reports describe rising tension at the frontier as anti Guatemala protests spread. Officials from Honduras and Guatemala exchange statements amid accusations over border dignity.
A brief notice describes the blessing or opening of a College of Propaganda in Rome. The report notes international attention and mentions connections to a V-topo movement and services. The event is framed as a ceremonial milestone with notable figures attending.
Charles A. Lindbergh’s Spirit of St Louis rests in the Smithsonian Institution after arrival in two rear sections. A team of mechanics will reassemble the plane today and by night it will be displayed in the museum’s main building with public viewing planned for Sunday.
Bandit Jelay fled with 2800 dollars from the General Baking Company payroll in an alley, authorities report. The heist occurred in St Louis Missouri on May 12, with messengers targeted during a transfer.
A father from Houston files a wrongful death suit seeking 317 000 dollars in Calriet county court. He claims his son died in an accident involving a man named Howard and others, with related parties named as defendants. The suit cites a collision occurring around November, attended by the university and local residents.
Police believe a farmer killed his wife and then himself after a persistent argument. The bodies were found in a home where the couple resided, with neighbors describing a tragic domestic dispute and a gun as the likely weapon.
May 12. A ceremony at the new court house saw a toad laid in the cornerstone by J. KR. Stubbiefield ofust- Tun, witnessed by a large crowd including Tomes D. Buster, Mrs. Aiwnie Savage, and Virgil Geaverry among others. The event featured the grimmt lodge of the TP. FP. of Texas and a horned toad placed atop a metal box containing articles.
A famous Napoleonic relic, his hat, is to be auctioned in Paris on Wednesday. The item supposedly dates from about 1811 when Napoleon was a young artillery officer at Toulon. A certificate sewn inside the lining purportedly confirms its authenticity, signed by former valet Constant.
WAKTLINGTION May 18. The senate today passed a bill authorizing an investigation of chain store systems. The measure designates a commission to examine pricing, promotion, and competitive methods used by major retailers and the marketing arms guiding them.
Washington May Conferees from the House and Senate reached a consensus on a merchant marine measure. The agreement settles differences between the two chambers regarding shipping policy and related provisions.
In Philadelphia the Mellon statement boosted Hoover prospects as Pennsylvanias delegates could push him toward the 545 vote threshold. Senators Borah Curtis Watson and others viewed the remark as a strong, though not universal, indicator of Hoover's path to the nomination.
Philadelphia report details Andrew Mellon advocating for unpledged Pennsylvania delegates to the Republican national convention. Mellon says Hoover comes closest to their standard, while urging the delegation to avoid commitments to any candidate. Varn and others show cautious, mixed support for Mellon’s stance.
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