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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 29, 1922

Page

8

Mayor seeks 10 annex suburbs amid tax hike plan

A reported proposal by the mayor would extend the city by about ten suburbs and raise approximately $3,000,000 in taxes. Residents oppose the plan, claiming it would force burdens on Bar Antonio voters and alter the city’s growth without consent.

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Commission rules Semenoff cannot be deported by law

Washington May 2 The commission states Semenoff cannot be deported under law. The case involves alleged Bratalittox committed in Amerleon and notes that the matter will proceed with a full hearing to ensure all facts are examined. The judge directs further inquiry as needed.

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San Fernando Chapel Dome Falls Injuring Father Pratt

The San Fernando Cathedral dome collapsed narrowly missing rector Father Pratt as dust and stones rained down. Plans to remove and strengthen the cathedral dome follow, with urgent appeals for public contributions to fund restoration for the central city Catholic landmark.

San Fernando Chapel Father Prat

Bottomley Convicted of Misappropriation by London Tribunal

Fragmentary report notes Bottomley found guilty of misappropriation by a London tribunal. The text is garbled with names and details unclear.

Bottomley London

Weather Forecast With Rain Likely For Monday Night

Fragmented report notes light rain and a chance of showers Sunday night into Monday morning. Forecast calls for cloudy skies, light northerly winds, and temperatures in the forties to near fifty. Northern, southern city readings show recent rainfall totals and a cautious outlook for a cooler week ahead.

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Weather Summary for San Antonio Area and Nearby Cities

Readable weather digest reports cold morning with winds from the west. Forecast calls for a mild day with varying temperatures across the region and a possible light wind from the northwest.

San Antonio Methodists unite on dry amendment stance

In San Antonio the citys Methodist pastors vow to question every congressional and sheriff candidate about support for strict enforcement of the eighteenth amendment. A committee will visit candidates and report findings next Monday, with sermons planned on law enforcement at church services.

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Reported American Prison Sentence Denied

A foreign wire service report claims a U S citizen faced a military court in Damascus with a sentence of twenty years. The accuracy is disputed as Beiruti outlets challenge the claim and note American involvement in the region.

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Negro Shot In Warily Area Incident

A man described as Edwards, 28, was shot near Hexee, Crdulvort, and several others were also involved as a brawl erupted at a street corner on Tuesday morning. Police report the assailant fled as chaos broke out and the victim staggered after the volley of shots.

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Passsenger Train Mangles One Legged Man in City Crossing

Johnn Withers former San Antonio real estate man was killed when a Southern Railway passenger train struck him at Walnut and Center streets crossing. He had previously lost a leg and was walking with crutches when the train hit, severing his remaining limb. He lived in Ash Wet Magnelia avenue with his wife. survived by a son and daughter. Body to Kansas City for funeral.

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Murphy's bondsman insists that he quit labor office

May 8 report from Chierge describes tirade by Thowny Atorex a Chicago brick manufacturer who aided Veeil Mador head of the United Prades Monsell and Murphy in a bond pledge amid a dispute over control of canned trading. Two labor leaders reportedly urged immediate withdrawal from the funding trades as part of a broader battle within Chicago labor circles.

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Republicans aim to field full county ticket at meeting

WAN COUNTY Republican leaders discussed placing a complete county slate on the ballot at a campaign committee meeting led by chairman Halasebuher. The executive committee will convene June 20 to pin the ticket, with all candidates listed as of the date.

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Charley Ross and Sack the Speeder Found in Ward Case

New York May 20 reports say a mysterious masked woman attempted to hire a waiter to shoot and kill Waiter Ward, the wealthy baker who confessed to Peters, the farmer surgeon. Police question Ward and others as the baffling case grows.

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Motor Crash Fatal Claims Taha Hixon and Others

Fragmentary report states a vehicle wreck near here yesterday resulted in a fatality among occupants including Denisa and two others. Authorities released few details and incomplete names.

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Subscriptions Rise at San Antonio Light

The San Antonio Light reports 4822 new home subscribers since April 1 with 655 added last week. The paper notes growing local demand for daily afternoon and Sunday delivery and emphasizes reader preference for its reliable, family friendly news.

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Border unrest looms as Mexican revolts echo north of San Antonio

Reports from the frontera describe suspected rebel activity near Nueva Laredo and Nuevo Laredo. Mexican forces, led by Col. Roman Tapes and Gen. Angel Morea, brace for possible clashes along the Rio Grande as federal authorities monitor rumors of an uprising and movements of troops toward the northern frontier.

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Dallas Youth Slain in Family Tragedy

A Dallas youth, Pexie May A0-Toraine Max, is killed in a family incident described as a tragedy. The report details a troubled morning, a fatal wound, the body removed to a morgue, and tense neighborhood reaction amid the investigation.

Maintenance of Way Chief Hints Vote on Walk-Out

May 28 Detroit report says EB Grable grand president of United Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employes foresees a strike called by the executive council as they meet over the wage cut ordered by the Railroad Labor Board. Grable calls the action unwarranted and a disappointment. May 29 Washington reports Samuel Gompers AFL president condemns the board ruling as unjust and inequitable.

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Railway wage cuts spark expansion debate across rails

Chicago reports the United States Labor Board ordered wage reductions totaling about 48 million dollars, largely for interurban and way workers. The decision follows July cuts and aims to ease living cost pressures while industry officials anticipate expansion and up to 200,000 new jobs. Dissenting voices warn wage cuts may depress living standards, but officials claim overall rail service and employment will improve as costs shrink.

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Soldier Bonus Bill Advances but Senate Committee Delays Vote

The Senate committee on war measure discussed a soldier bonus bill as factions argued over amendments. A formal vote was deferred to Monday to allow more time for senators to consider changes, with McCummente confident about the bill’s prospects. Proposals include veterans life insurance and other relief forms, while debate focused on the McCumler plan and the broader bonus package.

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Houston Telephone Case Decree 5 Affirms Court Ruling

A court in Washington affirms Decree 5 in the Houston telephone case. The decision affects Southern Blyth of the ay and involves Vox v galpat the Souttin story Molt Yeleniane Caiwyars. The ruling notes safety and operating considerations for city services and charter determinations.

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