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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1928
Page
8
Fragmented ad style notice touts a miraculous remedy for rheumatism neuritis and neuralgia. It claims one dose instantly stops pain and urges immediate purchase from drug stores, with threats of helpless suffering to motivate readers. The text mentions retail packaging and a visit to a drug store for another purchase.
A heated letter-response argues a Mexican cleric’s critique of government meddling and ends with calls to restraint. It condemns the bishop for insulting Mexico and meddling in its internal affairs, urging leaders to act within lawful bounds and criticizing foreign commentary on Mexican religion.
A mob plunders a stolen car after five gunmen abandon it in a rush. Police chase the fugitives as bystanders grab the contraband, revealing citizen distrust of gunmen and profit from crime. The piece critiques class decline and mentions Yale Professor Huntinzien's remark about the upper class dying out, contrasting it with fears of lower-class rise.
Washington authorities disclose a large annual outlay for propaganda efforts tied to public information campaigns. The report notes spending totaling $14,000 as part of a federal initiative appearing across the Midwest and South regions, underscoring public utility information efforts amid administrative programs.
A garbled 19th century style notice reports women afflicted with constipation after exposure to a deadly backwash. It mentions medicines and dubious remedies like Tyla Bayer Melt and liver tonics as treatments, with references to doctors and home care during illness.
Two large oil storage tanks at the Magnolia Petroleum tank farm east of Midland, Texas, were ignited by lightning. About ten minutes separated the first and second tank fires. A three-inch drain was being prepared to empty the tanks, which were filled to capacity.
Mrs Ruth Moore president of the A Carpenters Auxiliary learns to drive nails under D E Mills San Angelo president of the State Council of AWAITS SENTENCE. MONROE La Mar 17 Charles W W Pilcher 45 awaits sentence for the murder of Walter Barrett 63 near Calhoun last November. a district court jury found him guilty yesterday.
Lucas Tarin a special deputy sheriff was among eleven indicted by Ninets fourth district grand jury in Martine on May 5. He posted 1000 bond after a habeas corpus hearing before Judge W W McCrory. Prosecutors say Tarin fired in self defense when a knife attacker pursued Pacheco after his expulsion from the dance floor. The panel also returned seventeen no bills.
Richmond Va May 17 Estab lishment of southern delivery points for cotton futures is urged in place of exclusive New York deliveries. The recommendation comes from the American Cotton Manufacturers Association in a report presented today by George Harris.
President Coolidge and Mrs Coolidge will stop in Northampton Mass on Saturday on their way home to Washington from Andover to visit Mrs Temira Goodhur, Mrs Coolidges mother who has been ill since last December.
Eskridge accuses Hoenig of biased case handling as charges against him suspend during delay. Attorneys urge adherence to ordinances and caution against improvised practices. Mayor Chambers says officials must follow policy and postponed final hearing to Thursday, May di.
A former Oklahoma bank robber, Butterfield, guarded his daughter with a gun in a Chicago home during an alleged attempted escape. Police confronted him as the officer’s intervention led to a tense standoff in a hallway. Details show Butterfield’s daughter Dorothy involved in the unfolding confrontation.
Stock market activity showed volatility with Alse stock halting as it hit a new high near 201 amid capital raise talk. Wright Aeronautical and American International led gains, while Lambert and National Wary faced declines. foreign exchange softened slightly as Seaboard Air Line control faced a denial from the Interstate Commerce Commission.
The mayor appeared at a Real Estate Men's convention, greeted delegates, then spoke to the Carpenters Union, and later gave an address to the Lions Club. Secretaries were suspected of jokes as the mayor charmed attendees.
In Tama la May 17 Carlos Inaza a native is under arrest charged with murdering Robert Wingo a United States soldier attached to Lin Thirts third Lofanitri. A fragment mentions Washington Licks New York and a museum postestate in New York.
The eighth annual convention of the American Legion Auxiliary will be held in San Antonio. Sessions from Oct. 1 to 12 will use the First Baptist church at Fourth and Taylor Streets. Announcement was made by Mrs. Walton D. Hood, executive chairman. The church was offered by Dr. J. B. Gates and Frank Cunningham. Another church previously offered space. The Beaton Hill Presbyterian church also offered its facilities earlier to assist with convention needs.
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