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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1929
Page
1
Arthur Brisbane comments on science religion and relativity using satirical gossip from the era. He mocks a pseudointellectual chimpanzee analogy and cites financial and aviation news, noting bank rates and daring flights as examples of modern race toward progress amid confusion.
Ambassador Morrow’s party, including Col. Lindbergh and Miss Anne Morrow, halted briefly in the city en route from Mexico City to Texas for a daughter’s wedding. Security guarded the private car as the entourage dined and consulted with officials before continuing toward Englewood, with no confirmation of the ceremony or exact plans.
BEATRICE Neb May 24 Mrs Elizabeth Weight Wright, previously convicted in person court of possession of liquor, was freed by a district court jury. The jury acquitted despite defense testimony of a Bible verse and a pint of liquor seen in her flat. Wright had been sentenced in polling court to a 100 fine or 60 days in jail.
The Presbyterian and Reformed bodies pressed union at the 141st General Assembly report made public today. The assembly urged cooperation and agreement to form a united body within the wider Reformed faith, aiming to compete with other denominations.
Reported in Wasington that administration allies expect quick action in the House on the Hawley tariff bill favoring adoption of a free trade measure. Weather notes show warm to mild conditions with scattered showers across the coast and inland regions.
Tobin, city manager of Exposition Park, begins a survey into uninsured municipal properties in Ran Aataaio. He cites abnormal and unjustified insurance rates on key city buildings including city hall, hospital, police headquarters, health building, Witte Memorial museum, and Brackenridge park structures. Tobin and James Sincom plan to seek Gov Moody's aid to reduce water and insurance costs.
May 21 CMICARD reports Chicago aldermen discuss bathing suit regulations for public displays. Officials approve sun bathe outfits as adequate for the season, noting permit rules allow violet ray exposure over large epidermal areas. The suggested styles are called "interesting and informing" by city committees.
The engagement of Miny Prochnik daughter of the Austrian minister to Guaton S S. Tineck of New York a member of the United States Foreign Service on duty as the state department was announced after the couple obtained a marriage license.
A fragmented report recounts a Paris gas trial where Judge Dave Watson is described as questioning where in France the gas was used. The text suggests Judge Walton fined Kennedy twenty five dollars amid a chaotic courtroom scene. The wording is garbled but centers on a legal proceeding involving Germany and Paris.
Deadly ammonia fumes erupted from a gasket blow at Ma Nehi Holling Works on Euclid Avenue. About 25 workers fled to safety as plant foreman B Hunter failed to shut off all valves before firefighters halted the leak. TL. T. Sewell and Mrs Julia Sewell arrived as offices filled with fumes. Fire Chief J G Sarran led crews who used gas masks to control the spill. Damage judged slight.
A congressional inquiry into the management of the Federal Joint Stock Land Bank of Kansas City was proposed in a resolution. Representative Blobhe of Maeanehu introduced the measure in the House, calling for an IRS Congressional investigation.
Robert H. Litens of Louisville Kentucky has been named commissioner of internal revenue by President Hoover. The nomination is expected to go before the Senate.
Miss Virginia Willys daughter of an Ohio motor car maker will wed Lyle Marcenina De Aguirre of Buenos Aires at noon tomorrow in London. The ceremony unites a prominent American family with a South American spouse, signaling an international link in society circles.
Thely May 1934 report says Mrs Folly Lawntee Tut or wife of Gene Thunns, a retired heavyweight champion, is in serious condition after operation for a small tumor near the appendix. Family secrecy surrounds her status, with doubts about the report’s accuracy. A friend noted the grave condition and possible transfer to another city for advanced care if life is saved by medical means.
Mara George Lauder, brother of Mrs Gena Tunney, fears for his sister after reports of a relapse on Trent Island where he is recovering from surgery. Mrs Teauiler joined her daughter Tinheyne Orient as News of Gene Tunney’s breach of promise suit against Mrs Fogarty surfaces, with counsel’s advice prompting silence.
Santa Monica reports tentative plans for a women's air race over the 2044 Gull course. Names include Amelia Herbert and Ruth Aider among noted transatlantic flyers. Local officials promise a formal announcement soon with detailed entries and schedule.
May 24 reports the Fort Worth crew led by Iter Robbins and Jim Kelly continued a fifth day in the air, aiming to surpass the Dixmude record of 118 hours. Snow showers earlier gave way to clearer skies as the pilots stretched to exceed all prior endurance marks, while Mrs. Reginald Robbins voiced cautious optimism about her husband’s long stay aloft.
The grand jury examined Robert Green hospital officials led by Mayor Chambers and Judge Robertson over a probe into hospital finances and patient Vidal's stab death. Hospital managers reported treatment handicaps and recommended ongoing city county support amid a medical association meeting backing management. The jury plans a written report at term’s end.
Carrell Franklin, a former Maladee vueigh atucent, was elected president of the Sengle Debating Club at San Antonio Junior College, announced Friday.
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