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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 18, 1929

Page

3

Prison Break at Dallas Jail Sparks Manhunt After Escape

Prisoners Johnny Myer Wilson Armstrong and others escaped a Dallas jail during a fight with two guards. The group used improvised tools to breach the ring around the cell block and faced officers in the corridor, with subsequent capture of the fugitives. Authorities investigate how so many death row inmates gained access to the break and the jail’s security lapses. The incident follows a pattern of violent offenders awaiting state punishment or appeals.

Dallas Max Jnll Patter Armstrong Tad Bern Colle Myring Tar Mellel Tieiring WaiNe Dafer Sen Calewell Runarouind Elewan Caldwell Avannel Ug Machlime Ben Knykenfall Boadye Thanoize Mink

Work Upheld in Indian Care Case

Walidington, TC reports a decision by Judge Jatin G. Tattark of the Tilpral Court in Oklahoma City upholding actions by the former Secretary of War and the Commission of Tailign Affairs regarding the guardianship and foster care of Jackson Harrett an income retest Irishan.

Waliding'ton TC. Ang Willies Hin Tudiee Jatin G. Tattark Tilpral Court Oklahoma City Wark Tailign Jackson Harnett Irian

And I Remember When- by E. J. Goenig Et Vale Agman

A memoir reminiscence from Guadalupe County about a rainy season trip with a companion. They stop at a farmer’s place to plug a metun for a dollar and reflect on green fields and a failed attempt to mend the machine. The speaker remembers Val and jokes about paying in nine and a half shares.

E. J. Goenig Vale Guadalupe County Aryra Plese Val

L A Prep Begins New Sunday Light Comic Features

The Sunday Light introduces a 22 percent comic feature week beginning with laughs for readers. Jane Riley of 407 East Park Avenue previews the section and smiles at Jiggs Maggie Skippy Little Jimmie and Felix the Cat returning.

Jane Riley East Park Avenue Lye Jiggs Maggie Skippy Little Jimmie Felix Cat

Untitled Fragment Discussion on Usury and Public Figures

A fragmented, late era column discusses usury, economic concerns, and public figures. It mulls Capone, Rockefeller, Carnegie, and stock speculation, mixing historical anecdotes with social critique and moral commentary on wealth, crime, and finance. The text references reforms, penalties for lending, and speculative prices, with scattered opinions on poverty and prosperity.

Smoking near film clinic sparks death toll report

Dense cites recommendations on sprinklers and ventilation as officials disclose 192 names linked to the death toll. One victim, a Cleveland professional for ball pinging, underwent tonsil removal before dying at home after a suspected poisoning incident. Funeral notices and layoffs are noted in city listings as officials and residents react to the tragedy.

Contino Comelima Nga Dense Senecalo Bones Tony Ane Haunede Arapitals Inex Cleveland Wen Joney Ball Pinger Greve Gilly John Th. Marshall

Police Blast Threat: Chief's Office Damaged in Carriage Incident

A damaged page fragment describes a vehicle or device explosion near the chief's office. The blast reportedly hurled debris into the room, with Chief Viking credited for helping extinguish the fire. A bomb threat previously loomed three weeks earlier and caused evacuations.

Chiefs Setden Chloe of Carter Ten Torris

Lenroot Confirmed as Customs Judge

Washington D G May WPi Irving Lenroot former Wisconsin member is to be a member of the board of customs and patent appeals. Opposition to his nomination was noted but the Senate confirmed him after a lengthy debate.

Margne Wales Lenroot Washington, D.G Irving Lenrant Wiscon

Felix and Skippy Return to Light Delight Kiddies

Ragged text suggests children cheer Felix and Skippy’s return to light as crowds, amid scrambled phrases about Antonin, Greece, Janehs famine, and a large event. Readable bits imply a festive scene with计 uncertain details and a promised big turnout.

Felix Ran Antonin Kidlies Greece Nipston Rt Janehs Trutiiree Aldin

Sabotage Theorized In Zeppelin Motor Failure

German experts plan a thorough examination of the failed Zeppelin airship motors after its departure, amid public suspicion of sabotage. Officials from Zeppelin and related works deny sabotage while awaiting tests and discussing possible causes and repairs.

Thorongl Zeppelin Joy Winstnsiver Dans Stiefel Marboet Esau Kent kLolbon Zeppelins Poudelas le Merlinicy Port Theéy Motors Warl Lulz Suborase Yuldin Oosterle Vorner Lit Mane Ino Crankeh Cabotare Generat Cotsioniy Zenelin Ibly

Four Injured as Texas Storm Roars Across Dundee Area

The Texas storm caused extensive damage and injuries across Dundee and surrounding towns. Winds toppled trees, flooded streets, and damaged homes and schools. Officials report at least four people injured and widespread property damage including a refinery, hotel, and local buildings. Likely floodwaters and flying debris disrupted daily life with emergency crews responding.

Dwight F. Davis Accepts Philippine Post Folio

Dwight F. Davis, already in public service, accepts a new post in the Philippines as part of his duties. The report notes Davis’s continued involvement with government affairs and his role in the Western region, highlighting his transition to a colonial administration capacity.

Dwight F. Davis Philippine Post

Ambiguous US City Memoir Scramble in May Text

Fragmentary May text from Philadelphia a clumsy report mentions Capone, Meazo, and western front references. It cites a mayor chamber of commerce, revolutions, and a sentence about a year in jail for pistols rather than peeri. Readers see names like Wilt Rogets and vague political currency in a derailed missive.

Pinladelphia Capone

Court Proceedings in Texas Several Docketed Cases

Multiple district court actions in Texas, including writs of habeas corpus, burglary cases, and dissolution of records. Notable names include Librado Tans and Mawaka Price. Proceedings mention trials, sentences, and dismissals across counties with references to habeas writs and county court filings.

Misetv Fourth District Court Dailen McCrory State of ‘Texas Ronne Wheeter Avedinsian Rabeas Coreas Gonl Oant Cigchareed Sue Tevan Ys Iiaud Maxwell Weil Autvae Capone Dircharres Blate Gr Texas Librado Tans Tefl Texas Jim Stringer Petvale Daryl Todrisuer Marder Duedad Fred NM Gath Bexar County Missiones Coust Cocrt-At-Iw Wadge MecCallins Margett Winorieh Matar Fuller Gonzales Dara Nate Jessie CG Nickens Enean Pate Wlyinviir Utiaden Sarsnany Oy Uwln Aly Sult Stone da Tare Company VN S. DT Peale Et ‘al Wuit Metallzuey Hillver-Deutreh Inrratt Company Viola Et al Charen A. Donis Anih Sudsiment State of Texas Mawaka Price Aqsaui Poly Sundaleno TMG Disaisier Niale of Momer Fo. Allen State of Chile Calluca F. Nolte Alexander

Scribe Offers To Jump From Zeppelin Threats and News

A chaotic dispatch from a wartime service describes Scribe offering to jump from a Zeppelin. The piece notes a planned rescue and a mysterious communication with a high official. It mentions a Graf and a minister, while highlighting a courageous act by Michelson.

Rhu Sakes Valove Aul Se Thuy Kvloner Devine Etal Michelson

Unclear OCR: Des Moines University Retirement Plan

An opaque fragment references Des Moines and a university, mentioning retirement, government, and individuals with names obscured by OCR errors. The passage is garbled, with scattered phrases about plans, intentions, and a legal or personal dispute, but lacks coherent events or dates to form a clear summary.

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