Hoover awards Medal of Honor to transatlantic flight crew
President Hoover presents the Congressional Medal of Honor to Commander John H Towers, commander of the Navy transatlantic flight. In the group are Albert C Read of NC-4, Com Elmer F Stone pilot, Lt H C Redd radio operator, and Lt Walter Hinton co-pilot.
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Hoover
John H. Towers
Navy
Albert C. Read
NC-4
Elmer F. Stone
H. C. Redd
Walter Hinton
Turtle Lines in Concrete
A Eastland horned toad reportedly spiraled for fame in San Antonio when concrete work at a new sewage plant caused a turtle to be buried alive. The creature was found in the mold after concrete poured, died, and the incident prompted notes from supervisor Tobin and chief electrician Koderr.
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San Antonia
Gan Antonio
Tuele
Tobin
Charles E. Koderr
Iis Tomb
Chiegls
Icks
Capone Denies TM Cafe Ownership in Chicago
A report claims Ralph Z Capone, brother of Al Capone, denies owning or having a stake in a Chicago night club. The denial is part of a court filing by attorney Miller J. Fine against alleged prohibition violations. A separate note mentions a builder giving free estimates to boost reputations in a Licht Classified Services ad.
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R. Capone
Chicago
Ciceso
Ralph Z. Capone
Alphonsa
Bik Jitorney
Miler Jine
Feqitacey
Stark
Ratumos of
Licht
Kiddies Coal and Ghost Tale From Old Fair Grounds
A fragmentary reminiscence recalls a midget railway built by A Fuller at Helotes and a day at the old fairgrounds where children played and bands, with prices rising above ten cents, drew crowds. A faded photograph from Helotes is mentioned, and obscure memories of a wandering rumor haunt Mary and locals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary
A. Fuller
Ness
Fai Grounds
Mfr
Huller
Helotes
Jersey Fight Sunday Laws in Mercer County
Hundreds of names and addresses were in police possession as officers checked for vice and immorality on the Sabbath in Wrenton New Jersey. Police stations cigar stores and other businesses were visited to record exchanges of currency for favors while officers sought suspects and issued warnings.
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Wrenton
N. J
Becanee
Ibis
Dusineau
Mercer County
Catholics Prepare for Ascension Day in Nome
A local Catholic procession marked by devotion and prayer began preparations for Ascension Day. The observance centered around St. Philip Neri, revered as the apostle of Rome, with parades and spiritual activities guiding the faithful toward the holy day.
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Mer
Fatting
Yyaree
Dealgoet
Thurblay
Pillip Neri
Apostle of
Rome
Mussolini Returns From Tuscan Tour To Rome
Premier Mussolini concluded a Tuscan tour and returned to Rome this afternoon. He was accompanied by his secretaries and the chief of the government press bureau.
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Mussolini
Rome
Alussolini
Ivecany
Herebia
Als Secretars
Alessandra Chinseliol
Amthr
Government
Lanlo Ferret
General Lord Bying Not to Retire Amid Rumors
England reports Chief Commissioner of Jordan POKier, Lord Bying, has returned from a tour of South Africa. Official denial quashes retirement rumors as he declares continued service.
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Lord Bying
Southamdion
England
Jeners Land Beng
Jorden Pokier
South Africa
Bushick Opposes Plan to Donate Dawson Street Property
City council debate over closing Dawson Street block between Mo Grande and Houurs to donate land to school board. Mayor Chambers, commissioners and Stoffler oppose. Bushick leads opposition citing real estate motives. Vote defeats motion to donate the street to the school board.
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Steffler
Bushick
Proux Bushick
Mornifi
Paul F. Stoffler
Dawson Street
Mo Grande
Houurs
Oaly Council
Dickingon Ashe
Dickingon
Ciienberh Kampmann
Stetler Caid
Gradu Selony
Seeffler
Fale
The
Alerer
Z. A. Mefrtord
Ruebirk
C. M
gecian_ Cir Antorney
Cobbs Tr.eat
Cozes
Dt Wan
Faily
Tower Street
Police Seek Men in Truck After Drug Store Looted
Police hunt two men who robbed a Perry County drug store Sunday night, taking about 400 dollars in merchandise including clocks jewelry pens razors and tobacco. A local resident reported a vehicle seen fleeing toward San Antonio with merchandise in a load, as owners counted missing items and police investigated the break in at the Perry Avenue area.
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Ban Anténio Pallée
Perry
Burkerland Horitor
Veras
Niger
San Antonio
Joe Perharek
Eight Injured In Weekend Auto Mishaps
The register at Robert D. Green hospital lists eight people injured in various weekend auto incidents. Joseph Honner of 345 Carolina Street was thrown 60 feet when his motorcycle hit a parked car near the Central Fire Station. Carmen Toria of 4 105 South Medina suffered a fractured skull and died later at the hospital. Other casualties include Hugh Sheppard of Buffalo street and Nick Huizar of 1005 South Flores, with several more hurt or treated for injuries. Car crashes occurred at Medina and Commerce, South Medina and Ban Fernando, and nearby intersections.
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Robert D. Green
Betus
Joseph Honner
Carolina
Central Fire
Mary
Laza
A. E. Mameay
Hugh Sheppard
Nevada Street
Medina and Commerce
Oleets
Nick Huizar
Flores ‘Street
Firaball
Carmen Toria
Medina Sheel
Moudar
Bouth Medina
Fernando Ateevle
Otters
Lacraine Tebngem
Kantes Street
Mise Virginia Miller
Cel Inghan
Resend Calloway
Tavyernis
Texan
Sansel Timines
Ruiz Streets
Crewencia Cavailt
Bee Home
Mailne Avenue
New American Embassy Cornerstone Laid in Tokio
The cornerstone for the new American embassy in Tokio was laid today at a ceremony attended by most of the American community and many Japanese officials. President Hoover plans a motor trip to Willimanach Pa and a visit to Cooke estate after Memorial Day, officials say.
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Tokio
Hooser
Williemanach, Pa
Far Cooke
Midget Railway Piping Echoes at Los Angeles Fairgrounds
Youngsters at the old Los Angeles Fairgrounds recall the familiar thrilling sound of the midget railway, a beloved attraction that brought joyous rides and memories during their youthful days.
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Old Fairgrounds
L. A
Train remembered in Rings Memories picture feature
A miniature train model built by A Puller, now living in Helotes, is showcased in The Light's old picture series after he sent in a photo for the memory feature.
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A- Puller
Helotes
The
Light
Death on dirt track claims veteran racer
Jimmy Lawrence, a 34 year old seasoned dirt track racer, died after a crash at Kau Baba Sundas. His car struck a fence, leaving him unconscious at the wheel for four laps before ending in a wreck. Surviving are his wife, daughter, a son, and a brother. Funeral services will be held at 224 Fort Theo Avenue with Rev J O L of Riverside Baptist Church officiating.
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Ani Wrealest
Jimmy Lawrence
Iho
Kau Baba Sundas
San Antonio
Lawrence Deere
Ehie
Lawrence
Wills Siznul
Yisthm
Fir
Exposition Park
Wiéns
William Lawrence
Ean Antonio
Burelvors
Mre Relb
Thelma
James Lawrence Jr
Ean Aptonio
Termusta Lodge No. 1
Owler
Heemonn Som
Fort Theo Avenue
Clara Phillips to Ask Pardon After Seven Years in Prison
Clara Phillips seeks a gubernatorial pardon after seven years in prison for the murder case. Report notes her restless longing for freedom, protests at punishment, and belief prison life has not altered her case. She plans to apply to the governor for clemency, aiming for a pardon next session.
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Clara Phillips
Ban Quentin
Calif
Mns
Clare Phillips
Skpowe
Hanmer Morderean
Abe Melets
Clara Phillipa
Gove
Pardan
Canada Rum Act to Affect U S Border
Buffata May 26 A Canadian rum export act tied to the governor general's signature will impact border cities including Buffalo and other Great Lakes ports. The new liquor export ban is expected to bring a significant change in alcoholic trade between Canada and the United States within two weeks.
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Canada
U.S
Buffata
N.T
Educator Takes Up for College Boys at Princeton
William Berryman Beath, longtime Princeton educator, advocates for modern college students. He argues contemporaries once were inferior in both mind and conduct, while today’s students show better discipline and character.
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Princeton
William Berryman Beath
Peat Enor
Xeolnry
Princeton Celtershty
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