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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 31, 1927

Page

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Pershing Bows to Lindbergh Autograph Moment

Reported in London during World War I era a brief exchange saw General Pershing request Lindbergh's autograph after meeting the famed aviator. Lindbergh signed a letter on an envelope and joked as he handed it back, prompting Pershing to depart amid astonished comments from associates.

Universal Service London Gerry Furls Evistor Lane Pershing Lindbergh Pershi Merrly

Return of Lindy Urged by Ambassadors in Washington

Ambassadors pressed Lindbergh to cut his European tour and return to the United States citing diplomatic sensitivities. Reports indicate Ambassador Herrick in Paris and Ambassador Houghton in London faced pressure from peers to ensure the aviator halted further voyages to Belgium and England and came home promptly.

Lindy Washington Houghton Hendon Charles A. Lindbergh New York Frente Belgium England Bell

Lindbergh Firm Stands Against Entering Films

A Lindbergh firm resists moving into the movie business amid unnamed proposals. The article notes the company's position and reiterates its stance against entering the film industry, reflecting ongoing industry tensions.

Troops Kill Three Moros in Attack ANIL

Troops reported killing three Moros in an air assault, with casualties cited during military operations in the area. Details remain scarce as reports emphasize ongoing engagements and security actions in the region.

Lindbergh Receives Air Cross as London Cheers

Captain Charles Lindbergh is honored in London with the Air Force Cross after a reception at Buckingham Palace and a private audience with King George V. Crowds line streets as the American aviator tours York House and Downing Street, then attends tea with prominent officials and prepares for luncheon with British leaders.

Lindbergh Puraing Bia An Aa Ha Hlizebeildarg Iter York Knight Airyman Hing Eindbergh Bfr Sterling Toom- Rudthenes Gret Lindberes Ittras Sterling Seed Baldwin No 10 Downing Street York’ House Buckingham Palace Pripes Grig William Mitchell Rhine St. James Palace Uw Tower Stresta Pall Mall St Semuel Hoare Sefton Hraucker Great Britain Aviar Lae Boise of Commons Lady Astor Commons Brussels Roger Acro Arthur Seh Brown Rydohn Alcock Ireland Wales

Flier Feted by American Correspondents at Savoy

A chaotic flier accounts a reception for Charles Lindbergh at the Savoy with guests including Rockefellee and Arch E. M. Bentington. Lindbergh is honored amid a French Academy dinner context as the grand prize list's top candidate for a major prize.

Nindbergh Savoy Bosur Huenas Aires Ate Sii Ulsa Rockefellee Jn Arches M. Bentington Unis Ameriqane French Academy of Yas Bic Lutag Lluis

Wales Witnesses Abie's Irish Rose LANWON

Local theater notes report Abie’s Irish Rose drawing crowds at LANWON venue with Muay Thai style crowd energy and mixed reception as show runs through weekend with updates on audience response and scheduling.

Wales Abie Lanwon

Army ROTC camp opens as 398 students arrive

Advance party of 398 college students led by Irma New Messer and Yexas arrived at Fort Sam Houston to join ROTC training. They will undergo physical exams, gear checks, and start athletic activities Thursday under Maj. John Bloun and Lt. Maher. The program blends training with evening entertainment organized by San Antonio tutors and camp officials.

Irma New Messer Yexas Fort Sam Houston John. Maher Maher WF. A Peters Alex John ¥. Bloun Reserve Officers Training Corps

Four men admit during trial in armed confrontation case

Four men admit to actions related to a violent incident as victims identify them and weapons found in suspects possession are noted. The proceedings reference justice machinery aiming for a speedy trial and potential death penalty by electric chair, with District Agents and prosecutors involved.

Stedriguez J. MM. Shaw Harvard Terrace Ae-Chambers

Germany Trying Tts Snyder Case 2 Fight For Life

In Berlin a murder case opened in Cologne centering on Teuna Broecher and Emilie Oberrenter, both 20 and 3, with charges accusing the husband of the alleged love interest and the wife of instigating the crime by overdoses. The trial follows Germany’s order after the Boyden murder case.

Germany Tts Snyder Fight Universit S Berlin Pounterpereof Boyden Bitl Cologne Tose Broceher Bix Emilie Oberrenter Broecher Teuna Chertenter Creditert

Woman's Body Found in La Porte Bay Tragedy Details

In La Porte Bay near San Leon a drowning incident left May Ruesing dead and her husband missing after a fishing trip gone awry. The body of Mr. Robinson was not recovered. A small craft overturned when a fly boat hit rough water, tossing the occupants into the bay.

la Porte Bay Ruesing Tt. & Robinson Wouston San Leon Robingon

Soviet Sends 17 Farmers to U S for Study Visit

An international delegation from the Soviet Union will send 17 farmers to the United States for study tours. The group will observe agricultural practices, meet U S researchers, and visit Washington and California farms and research centers to exchange techniques and produce ideas for postwar farming advances.

U. S International Neweneevtve Bemlin Ab SL — Beventerns Soret Tins Ai Wertontturists Enbirks Froza Bemanenterrow Larthre Gitteck White Ruey Fie Sail Washingtai Ee Caio

Forest fires devastate homes amid widespread blazes

A string of forest fires rips through neighborhoods causing many homes to burn. Fire services battle the flames amid smoky conditions as residents flee, with authorities estimating damages and urging precaution while containment efforts continue.

Four Die as Indiana Crashes Spark Widespread Injuries

Four people are dead and many injured in a series of crashes across Indiana as officials investigate. Early reports indicate a multi-vehicle collision spree on state roads causing significant damage and prompting emergency responses from local agencies. Names, exact locations, and casualty details were not fully released in the fragmented dispatch.

Indiana Hilernad Lagal Newey Indaanavolls Cour Meniagy

Hale Seeks Divorce in Paris Tribune

Mrs Hale, Louise Gibson Hale, author, filed for divorce today in Gardner Thaly and Chicago, naming Maurlye Rutledge as a rival. The petition cites alleged separation and disputes between Hale and Gardner Thaly with ties to Paris.

Chicago Ad Report Warns of Alcoholism and Oil Crisis

A flawed industrial bulletin cites 1930s era concerns of chronic alcoholism among workers, bootlegging to the public, and rising oil production. It argues mining and transport sectors face price swings, urging steady oil supply and fair pricing to avoid later spikes.

Chicago Yemen

Acting Hospital Head Named by City County Board

The City County Board appointed Bliss Eydon Roberts as acting superintendent to succeed Martha D Roberson at the Robert J Keen hospital. John H B Conninghuis announced the decision at the board meeting with Roberson resigning effective June 1 and Roberts to serve until a permanent successor is chosen.

Martha D Roberson Robert J.keen Hospital John HB. Conninghuis Bliss Eydon Roberts Robert B. Green Bobergon Cunningham Board Roberson

Illinois Senate Approves Sterilization Bill For Inmates

Springfield May 31 The Illinois senate passed a sterilization bill allowing state inmates to be sterilized in certain cases with the inmate able to appeal to a circuit or higher court. The measure now goes to the house for action.

Wiz International News Services Springfield Ilinois Senate Today Circuit Superior Supreme Court

Chinese Capture Russian Agitator Reported by INS

Chinese dispatch from Hong Kong May reports a Russian agitator and director of a Soviet peasant corps was captured at Paoning. He was first taken to Bwatuw and will be brought by Canton for trial.

International Hong Kong Chima Wis Paoning Bwatuw Cantun

Fragmentary notice on a fatal room service case at an unnamed locale

Readable fragments indicate a man and a woman killed in a room linked to a service event. Names appear garbled. the report mentions Joe Clink and an accident or crime context near an address or location. Details are unclear in OCR.

Nena Service Anead Hyng Joe Clink

Six Year Old Boy Makes Home Run

A fragmented reminiscence centers on a six year old boy named Bobby Mansfield and his family. The piece blends nostalgic family scenes with an endorsement of Orange Crush highlighting its orange juice content and perceived healthful qualities.

Bobby Mansfield Betty

Bearne SP station burglarized. police alerted

The Southern Pacific station at Bearne was burglarized Monday night. Railroad officials notified San Antonio police Tuesday. Several items including cages and fishing gear were taken by the burglars.

Southern Pacific Bearne San Antonio Grawlers

Pinedo Plans Return Flight From Flores After Forced Descent

Captain Francesco de Pinedo intends to resume his Atlantic flight after a forced descent near the island of Flores. He will head toward Delgeda and Lisbon before returning to Rome, following the stop at the site of the earlier incident en route from Newfoundland to the Azores.

Fatala UPI Lisbon Rome

Court Affirms State Right Over Territorial Division Quarters

The Supreme Court sustains Oklahoma's authority to supervise railway division quarters within its borders, ruling the state may regulate and locate such facilities under its powers. The decision reinforces state control of railway housing and related administrative oversight.

Washington Oklahoma Teilrad Division Wey Upleid Supreme Courts

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