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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1929
Page
5
General Plutarco Calles resigns as Mexico’s leader and will retire to a ranch near Mexico City. Reports say he intends to fade from public life, while Joaquin Amaro recovers from an eye injury and awaits further moves after the rebellion.
Aurora May 20 George Carbars Kane county reform prosecutor denounces four members of the legislative committee investigating the slaying of Mrs. DeKing. He says Representatives Igor Sonnesehin Greene and Juulwer are totally unfit to return a fair verdict. Seven members are named to thoroughly investigate the shooting.
A woman on Hlanco Road reported a break in Sunday night as an intruder grabbed her in the backyard then fled when her husband and house guests arrived. The assailant went toward the garage before escaping in a vehicle, leaving the victim shaken.
The governor backs a bill to create an elite state auditor to improve efficiency across government departments. The measure advances to place the auditor on the statute books as part of the reform push.
In a whimsical Toledo scene, patrons discuss outfits and horses as the Kentucky Derby unfolds. The narrator mentions Silk outfits, a statue like mock, and horses Hamner and Shakeshare with Larkspur noted as Mano War's relation. The piece ends with a studio return and a poetry cue.
Reported incidents describe multiple hit and run and vehicle collisions across city streets. Victims include Miss Tlasafienoa 22 at Nowston and Camaran, B A Spannagel 10 near Porter and South Valmetto, and Mrs Lula McClade 107 Powell with Mrs Amelia Kutzer home injuries after a car hit a pole.
A soldier and his bride of two days died in a suicide pact aboard Libby ferry in New York. The soldier, attached to military police, shot his wife and himself as the ferry began its first run after dawn. The bodies were found by a ferry rider who was awakened by the gunfire.
A hospital report notes a patient with a strange disease showing improvement after nineteen days of treatment. The account mentions medical staff, the condition's progression, and hopeful signs following initial severity.
A garbled may 20 report notes a husband was struck with a red slat and treated at a nearby facility after an incident at home. Readable fragments imply domestic dispute context but lack clear names or locations.
A wartime inquiry ordered by the Secretary at War investigates the use of United States arms to end a strike. The probe seeks to determine how weapons were deployed and by whom during the conflict as authorities review proceedings and accountability.
A stadium stampede in Yankee Stadium bleachers after rain caused 9000 fans to flee toward exits. Miss Tianor Prine, 17, a Hunter College student, and Joseph Crirler, 60, were killed. 18 others hospitalized as injuries ranged from fractures to bruises. Police called the incident unavoidable after crowding toppled stairs and netting gave way.
The window exhibition on Windows Island is devoted to a major event with a large display. Curators describe the collection as a tremendous visual engagement designed to attract visitors and showcase local artistry.
The Chrest joint commencement service honored 477 graduates from Main Avenue Ely, Brackenridge, and nearby areas. Dr John W Tarus delivered the sermon stressing honesty and persistence to pursue ambitions, with the program led by Hawer circle and organ music by Walter Dunham.
A mysterious decoy linked to the slaying of a doctor is set for trial in Live Oak County. The witness Martines Meziran testified in prior H J trials and is expected to face cross examination regarding payments received for his alleged role.
A storm over the Atlantic is delaying the N Y to Paris flight for the next three days. Officials expect the Gale to push back departure times and affect arrivals. The French state and staff acknowledge the disruption and plan to monitor conditions.
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