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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1922
Page
15
J Marlin Wriday defended his tenure as police chief saying he will never quit under fire despite rumors of resignation. He blamed political enemies and circulating reports for the speculation and vowed to fight back.
White Blots New Mexico May 20 Attorneys for Ward make added effort for client's release. Ward, accused in a high profile case, faced four hours of questioning before Justice Frank Youdy and a writ to refense. Bail hearing noted. Weeks and other officials involved as lawyers pursue delay. The family of Ward expected to appear later as officials consider further action.
Thieves entered the senior office of Dr Protter at 908 1 2 Hast Houston Street on Thursday night, prying open the front door and breaking into a strong box. Stolen items include clothing, dresses, bedding, a diamond ring, and multiple personal effects from residents on Saunders Avenue and nearby addresses.
Cattle lovers from regions across the country attend the event, detailing price discussions and the number of exhibitors. Officials note a 200 head threshold for judging and prize setup, with emphasis on livestock quality and fair operations.
Justice Biddony presides in the Supreme Court of the District of Columbia as the Morse case proceeds. The fragmented OCR item notes ongoing proceedings and locations but lacks clear dates or outcomes.
Police report three Negroes detained after a brutal attack on Margaret Bayes and Farrell Bolton near Waco. An escort of the murdered woman identified the assailant. a car chase led officers to a lonely road where Bayes was killed. A second suspect fled, later captured near Abbe, while searchers combed the area.
May 26. Report says Mrs Janis Ferguson, wife of a former governor, may seek a U S Senate nomination through Democratic executive committee channels. Morgueon Kinefeld notes Ty Inlter pursues Naval nomination but may withdraw from ballots if not Democrat, else campaigns for Ferguson if nominated.
Eight men are killed and several workers injured in a massive blast at a Sinnamahoning chemical plant. Explosions damaged a building as responders rush to the scene and investigators begin to determine the cause. Local miners and plant staff are among the affected, with details still emerging.
An inquiry continues into the disappearance of an Oklahoma couple. Investigators and officials give little information, with officials hesitant to disclose actions or results of the investigation. Local authorities remain reticent as the case moves through stages, and New Orleans reports tie the couple to charges and arrests.
An application to appoint a receiver for the Lone Star Cotton Mills will be filed before a local court. The plant, once part of a former Lone Stay operation, suffers from bad business, lack of working capital, and mounting debt, with hopes the receiver can restore operation and shed idle machinery.
Jitneymen plan to operate despite city ordinance, arguing the rule requires permits and treaties. Attorneys warn of continued actions while city pursues alleged violations, signaling a court battle ahead with plans to seek injunctions and protections for their venture.
Lagigeles California May 26 The Kathty Teinje faction seeks approval from Hanivey involved on the Inglewood right riding datas party. Imperial offices and Orr, attorney for the raidees, contest provisions and penalties. Court actions aim at prohibiting certain activities and enforcing a $40,200 claim with legal arguments presented before the city council.
Paris reports that French foreign office denies knowledge of an illegal conviction of Charles Crane, U.S. minister to China, by a French military court in Damascus on charges of inciting a riot. Crane says he was never informed and questions Syria’s authorities’ reaction amid U.S. influence.
Washington May 90 Attor ney General Dougherty will direct the war fraud prosecutions personally Reports say a number of eye catching cases will be sent from all parts of the country for special files in the post Among those named are Representative Frank Renvie of Nebraska and We Anderson of Biche mont We Vis Also Roscoe Methallough of Contany Ohio to assist in the prosecutions. Keeling to capital Austin Tex May 2 Attorney General We R iveling leaves for Washington to join the formal events as the United States Supreme court decides the Tespatkinhowa doratary phase adjournment to June 5 keeps him in Washington awaiting further action.
The San Antonio Light reports 4564 daily home subscribers in San Antonio since April 1, with 106 new Thursday subs and 1T additional Thursday readers. The paper emphasizes honest, family friendly reporting and carrier delivery twice daily.
Fort Sam Houston officers Sergeant Joseph W. Clevenger and hospital attendant Charles W. Murphy were arrested on charges of forging and cashing government obligation checks for World War I veterans. The pair appeared before United States Commissioner R. L. Edwards, waived hearing, and remained jailed in $2,600 bonds each. Tyrrell of the Secret Service alleges 5,000 to 6,000 dollars in forged checks, some for discharged patients, vanished from batches, and payments routed through corrupt handlers. Investigations trace checks to a local broker and a clerk who cashed them, with many missing and months-long delays in remittances.
Cileap May 26 report shows Harold F L McCormick appointed guardian for Mathilde McCormick amid questions about marriage plans with Max Chur Swiss minister. Tribunal ruling affects consent and future guardianship, with little clarity on the girl’s wishes and parental divorce context.
A terse Washington summary states the American government recorded a $252,008 expenditure with an unexpended balance remaining. The report, issued today by President Mayding, notes adjustments and cautions about incomplete figures pending further review.
The report notes a candidate name misrendering and a conviction related to tampering with waterline vapors during a Wisconsin congress election. The item lists names and district as context for the forthcoming primary and legal proceedings.
Washington reports show total losses due to inspection and overhead rising compared with prior periods. Figures include claims and insurance costs, with comparisons to earlier data. The report notes notable increases through the period ending May 2, highlighting overall expense growth.
An abrupt personnel purge appears to have touched multiple agencies as senior officials were removed from their posts. Details remain unclear, but the report notes widespread administrative disruption and potential policy pauses across departments.
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