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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 22, 1920

Page

6

Infestation of bull worm to be investigated in Southeast Texas

A legislative hearing in Southeast Texas targets the pink bollworm infestation affecting crops. Representatives from Austin County and officials from the U S Department of Agriculture are to testify, with a joint investigation planned by Home Health committees. The session will decide on possible future legislation and funding to combat the pest.

Alin Fea Yillotson Austin County Unite State Department of Agcicultluice L. J. Heurhett Clinizaviee Ageiviltral Iarcaa Wington Mecutt Movinth Devin Canine Phe Guemeat Eyler Mistat Ae Arantiey Msintiers Neve Leon Atkell Ingeiakers Mable

Signal Corps Men and Engineers End Hire From El Paso

Signal Corps men and engineers conclude a long march from El Paso through Sierra Blanca and Marfa with units from the Seventh Signal Battalion and Ninth Engineers, detailing the route, leadership, and bivouac plans near the Fort Bliss region. The march followed the Southern Pacific line toward White Sands and Tein, with transports diverted as needed and troops stationed at Fort Tein.

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Bandit Arrest Reported in Old City Gazette May Night

Police report a bandit linked to a $64,000 robbery case in St Louis area. Arrest details, suspect identities, and alleged accomplices are cited with references to the Americ executive line and local officials. The article notes secretive investigation steps and mentions court actions scheduled for the near term.

Wood Leads in Oregon Amid Chaotic Primary Returns

Ambiguity in early Oregon returns shows Wood leading with about 48 percent as tabulations from several counties fill in. Other candidates like Johnson and Starkweather post smaller shares while unofficial tallies hint at shifting support in the Democratic and Republican races for national offices.

Hitchcock to Testify in Senate Campaign Inquiries

Senate investigators summon former postmaster Renner and other aides in a probe of alleged campaign finance and influence operations. The committee plans to compel witnesses to reveal sources of funds and communications linked to the presidential race ahead of the Republican convention.

Dr Rhodes Arrives to Lead Bun Antonin Public School

Dr Rhodes arrives in Bun Antonin amid ceremonial welcome to assume the superintendency and lead the local school system. Officials and citizens express cautious optimism about his reform plans and governance for Hart Antonin district.

Jereniah Hidiles Bun Antonin Weilay Ba Antonis Selimat Smilfighy San Antonio Bey

Weather forecast from the regional meteorology office

The regional weather station reports lingering rain and showers likely through Saturday night with fair conditions expected Sunday. A cooler plume moves from Mexico with expected bright spells by Sunday night, signaling a return to milder weather after unsettled skies.

Weathoc Mexico Mago Bolt

Kaiser’s Effects Sold at Auction in New York

Auctioneer announced the sale of Kaiser era effects including furniture and a noted list of items. The sale, tied to wartime possessions, drew bidders and reflected the broader dispersal of assets from former regime properties.

Foreign Affairs Committee Grants Blank Check on Ireland

Partial OCR readout shows the Foreign Affairs Committee described as giving carte blanche on Ireland. The fragment references chairman Peter of the Honore and mentions U.S. foreign relations and linked actions, but the text is garbled and several names and details are unclear.

Ireland Washtalin Peter Honore Foreign Affairs Committee Nday

Price Slashing Not Ominous Says ABA President

A May 21 statement from the president of the American Barley Association described price slashing as not ominous. City coverage notes his assurance amid ongoing financial movement and market adjustments.

Lanis Riekeered Unyes Aurorican Barlrey Association

Traffic Case Totals And Followups In Local Court

A report lists 71 traffic cases including speeding charges and careless driving. The court schedules hearings for Monday and Saturday, with defendants required to appear. The messy OCR text mentions multiple names and offenses, with inconsistent spelling and dates, but core facts show ongoing traffic court actions and repeated charges.

Car thief held after muttered pursuit and chase

Detectives detained a suspect believed to have stolen a car as officers pursued through streets. The chief and officers questioned witnesses while investigators pieced together the sequence of events leading to the arrest and the suspect’s removal.

Workers Get Homes in Chicago May 24

A Chicago notice reports 1250 workers receiving housing as part of a city plan. The document lists beneficiaries and related obligations, noting a widow and other dependents in the housing allocation process and detailing phased payments and eligibility criteria.

Armenia Arbitration Clash Sparks Vague Political Rhetoric

Fragmentary text references a potential arbitration involving Armenia and figures named Purdy and Sony za Ambinssine Wale. The passage is unclear, with garbled phrases about attendance, meetings, and a president, suggesting a disputed or evolving diplomatic topic without a clear outcome or date.

Pleads Guilty to Wrong Indictment and Prison Sentence

The defendant pleads guilty to a wrongly filed indictment and is sentenced to prison. King and associates faced related charges, with procedures and appeals noted as the case moves toward final disposition. Authorities report the mistrial occurred during early stages, leading to the current guilty plea and subsequent confinement.

Federalists Lose in Morning Battle at Unknown Front

Fragmentary report describes Federalists engaging several foes, with mentions of Varren and Crahitin units. The text references a distant battlefield with names like Laie and Canstin, and notes seven enemy regiments were involved. Details are unclear due to garbled OCR.

Varren Crahitin Wuiboeting Duedee Fionary Tous Andersen Mimal Tat Ornare Canstin Utiranan Gen Ty Jax Calles Peielie

Washington Senate Debates on Labor Fears and Patent Policies

Fragmented OCR reports chaotic Washington debate on labor fears and patent policy. Mentions Senate action, military, regulatory issues, and proposed substitutes affecting the state and national plans. Historical stenographic fragments reference officials, committees, and proposed shifts in policy during tense conferences.

Concert in Park Featuring Local Band Ensemble

A noisy park concert is announced at Lamberts Etat Beirkenrilge Park on Sunday. The program lists LT Dette by the Bin Aiton Min sip Band with BAL Bogitis ats Iesde He, plus several soloists and ensembles.

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Dickman Leaves City for House and Senate Actions

Major Dickman departs South America after attending a meeting in La Leek. He will visit stations in districts this week with Mui Tinine and others. They seek favorable reports on a road project and possible relief measures for the Toned construction prepared for consideration in Washington.

Ion Dasuph Dickmtay La'eleek Salanday Avtecag Wistelers Mui AL Tinine HOBC Ossvoll Ganson Diekaae

Mexico's ex president Carranza killed by escort in flight

A telegram reported by revolutionaries in El Paso says ex president Venustiano Carranza was assassinated in Puebla while traveling with his escort. Troops under Colonel Rodolfo Herrero reportedly executed the capture and murder as his followers protested to General Pablo Gonzalo.

Mexico Brees el Paso Tex Carranza Alvaro Obregon Cily Carrvanza Rodolforo Diaz Qhregon

May affect recognition of new regime in Mexico

Washington May 22 no report on the death of Carranza had arrived from the American embassy in Mexico City and AP dispatches were the only information. If Carranza was killed the manner could influence U S recognition policy. The State Department would decide after full details.

Washington, D. C Caesanza Mexico City Associated Press Carranza Mexico Wilson Madera Suarea United States Lf Ik Lal Carranza State Department

Carranza killed in Mexico City fighting at Puebla

President Venustiano Carranza and a small party were killed as they fled from Puebla. General Rodolfo Herea directed the attack near Tehuacan while Gen Francisco Manuel commanded troops. Other officials said to be safe include Clon Barragat and Gen. Mariano Gonzales.

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