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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 27, 1922

Page

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Alliance with Mine Workers Approved by Firemen

Houston May 27 The International Brotherhood of Firemen and Enginemen approved the alliance between United Mine Workers of America and allied labor groups announced by John Tyrewis at Chicago. The convention backed a special committee report calling for support to striking West Virginia miners, including potential financial aid and coordinated action to defend organized labor against wage and condition changes. A special committee weighs paying miners on strike up to 57000 a month for up to two months, pending report.

Perss Houston Tex United Mine Workers of America Sndh John Tyrwis Chicago Y Orte Fridsy Larry Ememarion Corp Committee West Virginia Campec West Virgin Nent Contration

Republicans defeat Watt attempts to probe alleged war frauds

In a tense House session the Republicans blocked efforts to force a probe into alleged war frauds and lax government procurement. Chairman Campbell resisted, while Democrats argued to proceed. A roll call ended 110 to 144 with Republicans defeating the appeal and most Democrats opposing it.

Washington Metan Woodrulf Johnson Bonsker Gillett Srier Brad Pirivileges Churzes Ty Dotusom Republissen South Dakota Campbell Rakes Jabses Mie Boyan Rules Committee Dion Johpson Maz 3 Reublican Jondere Renresociative Mondell Jonder Ese Haute Tale

Oklahoma farmer beaten by mob over mistreated child

Torn fragments report Newton Le Grande a Muskogee area farmer brought to Muskogee by deputy Mullane after a case of alleged brutal whipping of a girl at a Dehtoquan church court. The mob tortured the farmer severely then returned him to authorities. further details are unclear due to broken text.

Muskogee Oia Newton le Grande Mullane Urcaigne Muel

Guilty Verdict in Federal Court for Adulterated Amaritbine Sales

Jurors found Deler Narenthe Sentence-Adulph F. Walle guilty Friday in federal court after an all-day trial on charges of selling adulterated amaritbine. Sentencing postponed until a later date.

Deler Narenthe Adulph F. Wallé Federsl Amaritbine Gentence Wits Cotter Kirkadud & Wharton Crockett

Probing Nude Roadtramps Inquiry Into Henry Tames Veracity

Court proceedings focus on Henry Tames amid a probe into his truthfulness as agents test whether a man in question conspired to hide illicit activity. The hearing, held at the home of Jonepl Berman, features witness accounts and questions about illicit liquor possession and sale. The Friday session discussed the necessity of warrants and the duty of the United States to pursue proper evidence, with a continuing hearing set for next week as the judge weighs probable cause.

Henry Tames Alfacash Jonepl Berman Suadsatuntan Tole Mates Hasnttton United States Surin Ke Sarda MM. Vey

Regional leaders attend National Electric Light Association meet

San Antonio Public Service Company president Hy Miler and investment head Sidney J. Ballinger returned from Atlantic City after the N E L A convention. Ballinger noted long distance talks linked former presidents from San Francisco to Atlantic City as a historic demonstration in telephony. The association announced eighteen cities in the public service roster had expired milestones.

Hy Miler Wounger San Antonio

Will Make Campaign By Retail Merchants of Texas

An aggressive organizational campaign is to be conducted by the Retail Merchants Association of Texas following a day long conference in Fort Worth. Adolph Graaw of San Antonio and W A Wray of Dallas outlined policy for the coming year with board members pledging personal attention to statewide organizational work and future conventions.

Morgan San Antonio Atete Grab Awl Engle Pane Tiraeso Enid Vexan Saaca

Japan Faces Military Crisis Draft Plans Scrutinized

A jumbled report notes amid Japan’s military policy debate that government leaders assess conscription and fitness tests as a crisis deepens. It cites a few senior officials and efforts to reduce naval troop levels while signaling broader defense adjustments across the country.

Free Rides Questioned by Texan Officers and Rail Charge

A joint meeting of safety officers and city officials discusses ending free transportation for peace officers on special duty. George Smith directs outreach for a definite policy, with possible reconsideration if no action is taken. The note mentions a May 7 event and references a separate labor federation assembly in Atlantic City and a cemetery designation at Roselawn.

Smmy We and Safety Texan Uridlay Aly George Smith Tawestial Palies

Labor leaders released on bonds after jail stay

Hig Tim Murphy and Fred Mader, labor leaders tied to the murder investigation of Police Lieutenant Terrence Lyons, were freed on bonds of 7500 each after eleven days in jail. Judge Harry B. Miller ordered the release, ending a ten day struggle over a writ of habeas corpus as the state argued evidence did not justify continued confinement.

Chicaim Tim Murphy Fred Mader Tbe Czarinq Terrence Lyons Dent Landis Building Trades Harry B. Miller Miller

Chicago Society Girl Ends Strife Over Polish Blacksmith

Chicago May 27 Elon Walker a society girl and artist is to wed Stanislaus Seu koleki son of an impoverished Polish blacksmith. The couple’s engagement follows reports the man, a struggling sculptor, will travel from New York to Chicago for the wedding.

Chicago Society New York Chicago Elon Walker St’ de Samuel T. Walker Warty Stanislaus Seukoleki Patish Meckemith Heubalaki Chicoro Swalker Saukaleki Poland America

Bucketing Denied in Cotton Exchange Case

New York May 27 Albert Massey counsel for the defense denounced the ten era of the American Cotton Exchange bucketed orders as illegal. He claimed officers and certain members manipulated ticketing changes to gain control of the institution and cited a conduct campaign to influence the exchange. He said elements of a mentor influenced Georgia figure Goeornay Hawick leading to an investigation and described exchange “era trading” as a form of legitimate warehousing and sale of cotton.

York American Cotton Exchange Albert Massey Defenkr Hanton Marcy Ratmbera Pete Footly

Blast kills two in Loohenteid village disaster

May 27 report from Bere describes a deadly explosion in Loohenteid village. Amunitions dump caused destruction to Beery house with two deaths, including a woman found inside the building. several residents were injured.

Bere Danny Ie Wwe Eileen

Crop values rise as farm prices improve for crops and livestock

Warriington D G reports Purchasing power of farm products for Avril unchanged from March while crop and livestock prices rise from March 15 to April 1. Wholesale farm product prices show the index at 142, livestock at 104, and the combined index at 115, with purchasing power at 62 on April 16, the highest since 2021.

Court sentences likely for planned explosive attack

Judge Parker stated based on investigations that the suspect had planned to carry the explosives into court and likely take life and property. Wheaton and Inyell received imprisonment. Hiringhurst and Thompson await sentencing, with Mann y.

Otate Parker Rom Sisyéra Tpke Eos Wheaton Inyell Hring-hurst Thompson Manny

Subpoena Miss Acker In Valentino Divorce Case

Los Angeles May 47. Jean Acker, linked to Rudolph Valentino, is subpoenaed for testimony in a preliminary divorce proceeding. The case concerns Valentino’s divorce and related allegations. Irvin Martin, a motion picture director, sues Eleanor Tinwler Martin for divorce claiming cruelty and abandonment after a brief marriage, asserting she sought fame through him.

Los Angeles Jean Acker Rudolph Valentino Falentino Irvin Martin Potion Picture Ark Douglas Fairbanks Macy Tickford Eleanor Tinwler Martin Martin May Elie

Lumber Rates Drop Deflation Shocks April Prices

Washington May 27 corrected special price statistics on lumber and building materials for April from the Bureau of Labor statistics show deflation rivaling farm products. John W Stodgett, president of the National Lumber Manufacturers Association, said the data indicate prices dropped sharply.

Prin Washington, D Bureau of John W. Stodgett Busdgett

Prowler Alarm At North Palmetto Avenue Home

Police report a prowler attempted entry at 1410 North Palmetto Avenue early Saturday morning. Mrs. Boal called after hearing a noise. intruder silhouetted near rear doorway, door frame found cut. Suspect fled. description: wearing a light shirt. A victim was not physically harmed. Authorities investigated nearby, found a vestige within short distance, suspect detained for questioning.

Aire Ford Palmetto Av Judemi Offis

Scalding Accident on Speed Street Injures Man

A resident was severely scalded when a hot liquid spilled over him during a cooking incident on Speed Street Friday afternoon at 0:30. He collapsed while preparing the meal and was rushed to Robert B. Green Memorial Hospital for treatment. doctors said he will recover.

Ciinto Ramog Speed Street Aho Robert B. Green Mexmorink Hospital Reworth Namos

Ling Detects Fast-Acting Robbery in Chinese Eatery

Sami Ling, owner of a Chinese restaurant on GIF fruit street, reported an attempted hold up just after 10 o'clock Wednesday night. Central police engineers and detectives Kildar Wil Carver Townsend and others rushed to the scene. Ling informed officers of the staged holdup and immediate action followed.

Sami Ling Gif Fruit Street Hig Coon Palice Cuntgin Brown Kildar Wil Carver Townsend Barthelomac Pfeiffestieg Ling

Thief Steals Silver and Coins from Room

A person reports a break in where a room was ransacked and a silver wall plaque, fifty dollars in United States silver, and three Chinese coins were stolen. The scene hints at paint investments and local listings. Community notices and events follow in the issue.

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