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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 23, 1921

Page

7

Plea for Former Jeopardy in Tom Crow Trial

A defense plea seeks dismissal of Crow murder charges on former jeopardy grounds during his second trial in the Thirty-seventh district court. The motion targets the first trial’s juror excusal, the later acquittal exposure, and seeks acquittal on five counts while noting Parker's death and cyanide poisoning.

Tom Crow Crow Thirty-seventh District Court LR. B. J. Harper Mauermann & Burr Joe H. Graham Harper W. 5. Anderson Mram Studge Anderson Craw Plac Rn Parker Anderson Chis Dodge Anderson Parker Danny San Antonio Cross Eo of Appeals Austin Caceo Triad Guvors Abe J. A. McAshill

Pacific base denied in naval bill for Alameda

Washington May 23 Tri sians in the naval appropriation bill for a new fleet base at Alameda California were stricken from the bill today. The vote was 40 against adoption and a0 in favor. Opponents argued the base would obligate the government to expend up to 60 million in the future. Senators listed include Borah Cuyper Cummins Gooding Trarfeldt Jones Washington Kenyon Ladd LaFolette Tenroot McCormick MeKinley McNary Nelson Norris Stanfield Townsend Weller Four Democrats backed the Alameda item: Fletcher Tittman Smith Swanson.

Washington Alameda Cal Borah Cuyper Cummins

Intruder Shot During Break In At Suburban Rectory

Detroit May 28 Andrew Ku sick 87 and three men were shot in a suburb when they allegedly tried to break into the rectory at St. Cyril's Church. Father Jol Kowalsky survived after telling officials he objected to a dance threat. Traders reportedly threw pots and shouted intent to kill him. Kulight's condition described as serious.

Detroit Mich Andrew Kusick Wis Jol Koyalsky St. Cyril's Catholic Church Vwamtoek Father Wovalsky Fink Kulight

Japan sought Kamchatka control in exchange for Vladivostok retreat

Regal May 23 report that Japan offered to grant itself Kamchatka control if Russia evacuated Vladivostok, but Soviet foreign minister M Chitcherin refused. Washington B Vanderlip, an American interests representative, relayed the details and awaits an emergency passport to return to Indonesia via Sweden England and America after recent Russia visit.

Regal Japan Russia Kamchatka Vladivostok M. Chitcherin Washington B. Vanderlip Vanderlip Anyj Itnesia Sweden England America

Chester trial opens in Kansas City murder case

The Chester murder trial opened in criminal court in Kansas City Missouri on May 2. Deniel Chester is charged with first degree murder in the death of Miss Florence Burton, a Kansas City society figure, during an alleged holdup on a country road. Her fiancé Howard Winter was wounded, and Winter identified Chester as the shooter.

Kansas City Deniel Chester Florence Burton Kansas City Society Chester Miss Barton Howard Winter Winter Miss Bacton

Sailors Fired On In Cork Collision Crew Member Wounded

On a Cork quay Sunday, sailors aboard the Velgian collive Hogrliet were fired upon from near Parnell bridge. The fireman suffered a shattered right leg later amputated at a military hospital. The rest of the crew escaped unharmed. The Hogyhed had arrived Saturday with coal for the city. William Bourke, in failing health, was shot dead outside his father’s Ballyholly home after a challenge by unknown assailants.

Cork Parnell Bridge Hogyhed William Bourke Ballyholly County Cork Kos

Few fights in Ulster election shows quiet weekend

Ulster parliament election latest reports from Belfast indicate the campaign was calmer than in recent years. Saturday night and Sunday passed without serious disturbances, though passions remained high and factions still maneuver.

Associated Press Belfast

Town Wiped Out by Flood in Idaho Creek

Vorutelt Idaho May 28 Grange Ville a town of about 100 people in northern Idaho was practically wiped out by a flood. One life is reported lost. Four feet of water swept through Wath Street. A wall collapsed and a theater building is said to have caved in. No fires reported.

Vorutelt Idaho Grange- Ville Egypt Iva Cairo Tsechange Telegraph Company Minny Demd Alexandrei Taniteh Alexandria Selenayo

Machinists Leaders Plan Russia Trade Mission

Berlin May 28. William J. Jahnston president of the International Association of Machinists and Frank J. Mulholland attorney for the same group recently arrived from the United States will leave Berlin Tuesday for Riga to Moscow where they will investigate trade possibilities and assess the bay situation.

Berlin William Jt. Jahnston International Association of Machinists Frank J. Mulholland Oredo Ohio United States Riga Moscow

Governor Neff Travels to Present Degrees at Colleges

Governor Neff departed for College Station to confer diplomas at Texas A and M and will deliver the commencement address at Toward Payne college in Brownwand where he will receive the honorary doctor of laws.

Austin Tex Cgovernor Neff College Station Texas Agricultural and Mechanical College Toward Payne College Brownwand

Weather roundup for San Antonio and other centers

Weather data from several cities shows tonight and Thursday partly cloudy and warm. San Antonio reports a high around 89 with a southwest to west breeze, while Kansas records 72 in the afternoon and 70 overnight with a high near 88. New York sees 63 and 84, Washington 64 with southwest winds and the day’s low around 61.

St. Tonle Kansas Coleage New Yorks Waeshington Inwest

Police Commissioner declines to strike against Chief Mussey

Police Commissioner Vail Wright says Chief Mussey will serve until May 31 and will not be renominated. He notes business leaders warned a removal would spark a two year council clash, and Mayor-elect Black and allies promised no interference with the department. Wright aims for harmony and a smooth transition without provoking conflict.

Vail Wright Police Mussey Chief Mussey Wright Massey Eleet Black Black Council Jin Musser

Rioting in Egypt Leaves Five Europeans Dead and Dozens Hurt

A Cairo to Alexandria dispatch reports five Europeans killed and 72 wounded in rioting in Alexandria, with fires, looting, and mobs attacking Greeks and other Europeans. British troops arrived to restore order as residents fled and hospitals treated the injured.

Egypt London Alexandrian Reuter

Mother Loses Life While Saving Children Near Larned

In Dodge City Kansas May 28 an apparent drowning tragedy occurred while Mrs Cash Woods a Wingsley insurance agent’s wife sacrificed her life near Larned to rescue her drowning son and daughter. She pulled the older girl from the water and entered the frigid current again but both she and the boy sank before aid could reach them.

Dodge City Kun Mr. Wooda Ila

Planes To Cincinnati Meet From Parle Field

Memphis Tenn May 23 The three enemy airplanes arrived at Parle Field last week from Dallas on the way to Langley Field Va They left at 844 o clock for Cincinnati The Meet commanded by Tout G2 Me Palmer consists of two Standley dtarge and one Capront ships

Memphis Tenn Parle Field Dallas Tex Kelly Field Langley, Field Cincinnati Tout Palmer

Resignation Asked of U S Attorney Robertson in Texas

The U S attorney for the western district of Texas, Hugh H. Robertson, has been asked to resign by Attorney General Daugherty amid political shifts and fallout from the Thomas R. Stevie habeas case. John J. Marimann is expected to succeed Robertson, with T A Walker noting Republican control and pending appointments in the district.

Hugh H. Robertson Western District of Texas Daugherty Tephertson Robertson Thomas R. Stevie Prohibition Enforcement Fort Leavenworth Flo Stevie Congress Wuarsheeh Walker Warzbatch Walker Hank Sons Mandy Hoon United States Abe. Walker

Soldier shoots at suspected robber in store raid

A TS-veneold soltkier fired at alleged robbers at Ray's gateery store near North Slackberry Street Sunday night. The soldier was jailed after a second break-in attempt, with merchandise stolen including clothing and dollars. Maria Villalabas’s absence left the thieves free to ransack the premises.

Ray Avon Tata Deg Frensers Barehiry Athens Phaherty Mes Maria Villalabas

Oil Tariff Meeting Sought at Southern Tariff Association

Washington D C May 2 The Southern Tariff Association plans a June 4 gathering at Fort Worth to press for including mineral oils hides and vegetable oils in a permanent tariff bill Delegates from Texas Louisiana Arkansas Arizona and New Mexico are expected The meeting signals a series of state meetings to build support for a southern tariff policy Also a separate note from Chillliothe Ohio reports a Camp Sherman fire suspected to be incendiary with police investigation underway

Washington D. C Southern Tariff Association Mark Worth Te Au John IT Wirby Texas Louisiana Arkansas Arizona New South Nazif Chillioothe Ohio Camp Sherman

American Engineers Begin Annual Meet I Would Save Forests

Chicago May 23 The American Society of Mechanical Engineers opened a four day session with over 10000 members and 300 scientists educators. President Edwin Boot Cleveland presided as changes to constitution were discussed. A survey urged federal and state action to save dwindling forests. It notes 820000000 acres once forested, now reduced to under two fifths. Most remaining timber is privately held and much is in saw timber. The paper industry concentrates east of the Mississippi. only 2 3 percent of wood used is pulp sourced domestically.

Chicago Amerfaith Society of Mechanical Engineers Edwin Ca Boot Cleveland New York Atlanta United Federal and State Action Flugh P. Baker American Parsy and Stper Association America United States Mississippi River Holyoke Massachusetts Blick River Kalamazoo Midmore Appleton-Neonah Wisconsin VOS Canada

Bergdoll's Counsel Declared Innocent By Jersey Jurist

A Jersey jurist declares Bergdoll's counsel innocent as investigations continue into the Bergdoll escape. Washington officials and lawyers deny direct ties while sources link a Philadelphia defense effort to uncover accomplices. A U S congressman testified about past requests to join Bergdoll defense, contrasting prior associations and refusals.

Bergdoll Jersey

Renewal Pact Talks Strained By British U S Ties

Cape Town reports a renewed pact talks stalemate as South Africa seeks cooperation with Britain and the United States. Premier Christia Spants signals cautious approach while considering a conderence before forthcoming elections.

Cape Town Christia Spants Theiow South Atema Pete South

Rowan Requests Re Trial In Texas Killing Case

Attorneys for Albert Rowan filed a motion for a new trial following his conviction last week in the post office robbery murder. The motion cites the lack of substantial evidence and asks the jury be charged appropriately. Judge Wro R. is expected to act on the motion Monday.

Tex Attornieys Albert Rowan Nhe Nation

Rebels Defeated Near Tepeluanines in Durango

Report from the war department says rebels led by Damingo At riety were beaten by federal forces near Tepeluanines. Three rebels were killed and five captured after an assault on Tepeluanines. Tepelmes citizens reportedly joined federal defense.

Durango War Department Damingo Tepeluanines Tepelmes

SILESIA TENSION RISES AS GERMANY MOUNTS FORCE

The Associated Press reports a worsening Upper Silesia crisis with German forces mobilized and concentrating in the region. Polish insurgents reportedly gain ground in industrial districts while Allied officials fear an outbreak of fighting despite commissions and efforts to prevent conflict.

Associated Press Taudouw Silesia Gernans Satirday Siesta Bak Gross Ntrehtitz Opreh Nimes Lynden ‘Times Oppeln Germany Ir Remul Upper Silesia Nicntions Poli Ie Times Ais Stirling Antines Tay

Allied effort to end hostilities in Silesia discussed

Paris dispatch reports the allied high commission urging cessation of all military operations in Silesia. German attacks are considered ongoing but not decisive, with officials citing good faith by Chancellor Wirth and volunteers as key factors in negotiations.

Paris Ppp Siesta Lars Glelelions Geretons Gad Baell Kranes Thalys Gerda Ghana Wirth Silesia

KAPTOWITZ IS EMBATTLED IN WARTIME CRISIS

Special cable reports from Vy rog Stile describe Cheeshia alert regarding Polish insurgents and German orders. Voluntary groups with thousands of members are mobilizing in Berlin to defend against threats and relieve Kathwits, as fighting surges on Che outskirts.

Gnorge Wierk Cheshia Tien Newsepans Hegst Abs Kathwits

Washington business warned by Senator King on competition

Senator King warned businessmen that efforts by certain interests to form trusts and combines threaten competition and the right to earn a living. He urged congressional investigation and national action to curb such efforts.

Washington U. S King Democria Voth Thas Senate

Hoover reports 199 vessels held up by strike amid 936 sailing

Washington May 2 The Hoover administration reported 199 vessels held up by strike as 936 sailed. Weeks of the strike kept crews from joining ships along the Atlantic Gulf and Pacific coasts. Secretary Hoover stated the figures and discussed possible settlement with shipowners and the Shipping Board.

Washington 1. C Ohio Ariinio Paville Gulf Seeretany Hoover Sat Torhity Ike Dane Padie Fle Norfolk Nsharkestun Savannah New Orleans Galveston San Pears San Franksen Porthrnd Ore Winthrom Marvin Davis Cane New York Union Benson Shipping Board Engineers Comet

Warm spell expected with storms across the Southwest

Weather bureau reports continued warmth in San Antonio with partly cloudy skies through Tuesday. A storm center over Ely and the northern Rocky Mountains brings rain to New Mexico, Arizona, and surrounding areas while the far northwest endures hot conditions.

San Antonio Ohatrbow Weather Bureau Noo Mexico Sani Arizona Ely Indig Solenis Ahly

Five Balloons at a 177th Centennal Event in Stuart

A garbled OCR fragment describes a local centennial celebration at Stuart with references to Ada Entogham, the Tiani, and events at a national level. Mentions Nashville, Columbia Tenn, and Mississippi Valleys. The text is unclear but implies a parade or festival with balloons and a history exhibit.

Entogham Ada Stuart Val Todax Chet Codietas Long's Nashville Enn Werthee Mississipi Valles

Man Found Shot Near Teal Avenue After Argument

Police report a man identified as Daniel Macher was found shot and dying near a residence on Teal Avenue. Witnesses say a pistol discharged during a struggle between the victim and an assailant, with paramedics arriving as the weapon was fired and the victim died at the scene. The Undertaking Company handled arrangements. investigation ongoing.

Daniel Macher Lilial Keaves Pavlor Apebe Undertaking Company Wunerntae

After Mining Snipers Willizaison May 23 Report

Volin heey shite paliesmen onder Captain Drovkus fade secured tuineng the mountains bordering the Mag river ead of Willinimsen where for more than a Wwe ook hidden rifle tired aor mi jug villages in the valleys Mey wer unable to locate no single sniper and he turned here with the report that the cariee fant whos quiet Major Vout Davis visited ndting villages and enforce eq o of ya tint.

Willizaison Volinheey Gambia Drovkus Fade Willinimsen Le 8 Larsen

Harding Pays Tribute At Hoboken Coffins Ceremony

President Harding laid a wreath over the coffins of American soldiers died in Germany, at Hoboken. He spoke of sorrow, warned against future war, and pledged the republic will never forget the sacrifices made. Mrs. Harding wept as officials and mourners observed the silent tribute by the Hudson.

New York Harding Hoboken Hudson Prenia Lasek Guytan United States

Funeral ceremony for returning war dead in Hoboken

President and Mrs. Harding lead a solemn, flag draped funeral service in Hoboken for soldiers returned from abroad. Military honors mark the procession to the pier and the wreathed platform as crowds honor the fallen and pledge civic remembrance.

Controversial crash of Illinois contract flyer No 10 near Epperson

Officials said the near fatal derailment of the Alinois Contract Flyer No 10 from Toumsville to New Orleans was likely a deliberate act. Three couches and locomotive Fender yarity overturned. Many passengers suffered bruises but no severe injuries were reported.

Padreah Alinois Tounsville New Orleans Epperson Fee Niles Hope

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