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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 24, 1927

Page

11

Wrecked airship sent to Scott Field for repairs

Preparations were under way at Brooksfield to salvage usable parts of the crashed airship C-4il. The dirigible toppled near the balloon hangar, struck by a towing cable, then caught fire. Crew members escaped unharmed as the ship was moved to San Antonio for repairs. a past blaze at the hangar in 1921 was halted by using nonflammable fuel.

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Lower California Development to Follow New Road

The plan envisions a new highway running along the length of the peninsula from Wis Juaiu to Cape San Luras. Officials say the completed drainage will be formally inaugurated in July or August, marking a key link in Mexican infrastructure with strong support from Calles.

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Investigation of Crisis in Oil Causes Probing Board Action

Washington May 24 The Federal Oil Conservation Board will investigate the causes of the current crisis in the petroleum industry. The inquiry follows regulatory measures forwarded to the board by a group representing about 20 independent Oklahoma producers.

Washington Federal Oil Conservation Board of Ihe Ginmigee Oklahoma

Darby to Preach at City Jail Service

Pastor John WW Parby of the Central Christian Church will address inmates at the city jail during the regular weekly service. The event is led by religious director Dulin with Ayowha overseeing arrangements.

Darby John WW. Parby Central Chiristian Churclch Ty Dulin Ayowha

Market Fluctuations Amid Weather and Reports In New York

Prices and futures moved through the day as weather headlines and government and private reports influenced trading. Cattle, cotton, and grain paused then edged lower or higher on shifting forecasts with December and July contracts showing notable moves.

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Local Produce Prices Stream of Market Items

A weathered list shows wholesale vegetable costs for Florida and nearby markets. Prices include APMCOL FTP per crate, Watermelons 40 to 40 cents, Tomatoes 150 per quart, Potatoes 3 cents per pound, Sweet potatoes 11 dollars per bushel, Green beans 2 dollars per bushel, Asparagus 1.25 per dozen, Cabbage 3 cents per 160 pounds, Lemons, Apples, and other fruits priced per crate, box, or pound with varied figures across listed items.

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Woman Bets $1000 to 150 on Flier

Local report notes Mrs Helen M Day wagered a substantial sum on a racing flier during a community event. The fragmentary text references betting activity, a spectator named Day, and an informal exchange about the wager, with limited identifiable details or clear outcomes.

Chicago Police Shake-Up Aims At Reform

Chicago police overhaul announced by the chief shifts ranks including captains and lieutenants to tighten the service. The move targets all levels to improve efficiency and discipline amid ongoing concerns.

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Y Director Talks to Plant Workers

A brief report notes a meeting led by a director with plant workers at the San Antonio facility. The agenda included religious meals and morning sessions, with music provided by local performers.

Dance Schedule at Seimering Lodge No 82

A noisy garbled notice lists events at Innis Sons a ly Seimering Lodge No 82 on May 28 1027 with music by various bands including Robby Bo and Glenn Whitace. It advertises dances on Friday Saturday and Thursday nights with shuttle orchestra performances and several acts. Pleasanton and Mercy Makers are mentioned among the advertisers.

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Watermelon Supply and Market Prices Reported

Market conditions at Han Antoola wholesale vegetable mart show good supply and rising variety sales. Watermelons plentiful with prices from 40 cents to 1.05 per unit, cucumbers about 1.00 per bushel, and beans, spinach, strawberries, and other produce showing mixed price shifts. imports arrive from near San Antonio and other points, with local growers adjusting as the market moves.

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DONO TRADING AW DECLINE IN NEW YORK POND MARKET

The pond market showed no notable features as trading activity included an official plan to meet an offering of securities to refund outstanding Second Liberties due November 1. Prices rose on demand, while other domestic issues remained quiet. Reports of a $79,096,000 transaction to Poland affected sentiment.

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Reckless Speeder Gets 15 Days in Jail

A judge sentenced a youth to fifteen days in jail after a dangerous speeding incident. The court heard the driver showed little regard for public safety and threatened others during the encounter.

Quoits at Army YMCA Set for Wednesday Night

Quoit games are scheduled at the Army YMCA Wednesday night from 8 to 10 oclock. Officers Venne and secretary Retresicits will preside. Hostess Bulie Tarsnson 45 will assist.

Quoit Army Y.M.C

Quakes Register Moderate Seismic Readings Across Regions

Turbulent tremors recorded by the Erickee station indicate varied quakes with moderate readings across several locales. Market reports show mixed vegetable prices and farming deliveries affecting Texas markets, amid unsettled supply notes and distant seismic chatter.

Methodist Drys Say Wet Cannot Be US President

A temperance group argues the wets cannot win the presidency. They cite historical vote counts claiming wets failed to gain in Congress last fall and note that most newly elected governors were dry while a minority were wets.

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Broad New York curb market trade advances amid high records

May 24 New York curb market activity expanded with a surge in listed issues. Prices hit new highs for several stocks including Flour, Doorn & Co, National Sugar, Grand Stores, and Vacuum Oil while roent issues rose to new peaks and utilities traded strongly.

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Samaritan Barber Robbed by Guest in Local Shop

Frank Miller of 12 Hedges Street reports a guest robbed the barber shop Tuesday morning after an overnight guest refused to leave. A tailor at 22 Tain Street earned a small prize in a separate incident, while an inventory was taken Tuesday morning.

Frank Miller Hedges Street Pinsnid Good Samaritan Myrsine Tain Street

Army Attends Special Showing of Wings Film at Texag Theater

The first of two special showings for the Top Second Division enlisted men was staged Tuesday morning at Texag theater at 858poelock. practically all mil enlisted men at att Sen Tingston attended. A second showing is set for Wednesday evening at the same time, with changes likely to the lineup.

Army Wings Texag

Wheat Market Fluctuations Domino May Delivery

Wheat futures eased with May delivery futures lower while later months saw shifts as Chicago trade reflected weather, rains, and overseas demand. Corn gained modestly on tight supply signals. oats noted easy trading amid rain reports while reports from Kansas and Oklahoma weighed on wheat. Market activity showed Liverpool influence and expectations of upturns in shipments from Canada, Australia, and Argentina.

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