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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1924
Page
2
San Antonio woke to a large Halloween night but with fewer disorders than past years. Police suntered 16 extra officers plus 10 motorcycle units and 22 military police. 33 arrests were made, and 60, more calls were answered from central headquarters.
Minnesota Junction resident Mrs Spink recounts regaining appetite and strength after taking Pinkham's Compound, saying one bottle improved eating and six restored her ability to work after years of ill health and caring for a new baby. A nationwide survey notes three percent benefit from the product.
Sam Lefkiewitz, known for a 2 500 000 smile due to diamond front teeth, was robbed as he walked home. A stranger demanded the teeth, but Lefkiewitz escaped unharmed and plans to travel to France to have the diamonds reset into a ring.
In a habeas corpus case, Lupe Allen testifies she cared for the child Nina since a dark night in 1367 and vows to educate it. Mrs. Davis admits a later child and tears flow as judge allows visits, while allocation of visitation rights remains unresolved.
New Orleans reports the steamship Jamaica of the Cuyamel Fruit Company was destroyed by fire at Bluefields Nicaragua on Thursday. All passengers had escaped ashore and the crew were saved without injury.
Besar county anti klan Democratic women gathered 149 at the Gunter Hotel to unanimously endorse Miriam A Ferguson for governor and all anti klan Democratic nominees. The meeting, presided by Mrs J H Wilkens, featured multiple anti klan clubs including Knob Hill South Side Denver Heights and Beacon Hill.
One fire started at a real estate office on West Commerce Street. A celebrants party cursed and abused Mrs. Winifred Prest whose car was almost struck. A plumbing truck wheel was broken. A Lexus Steam Laundry worker’s car was stolen at Alamo Plaza. A motorcycle crash injured J. H. Mergele and Henry Moyer. Mergele suffered knee injuries.
Pablo Gonzales Jr., a 14 year old son of a Mexican general, returned home after six months of plotting to see the world. He studied time tables and ports, worked briefly for money, and quietly traveled in his mind before admitting plans to travel again someday. He says he will stay home to study and wait for a more lawful journey.
A collection of quirky headlines notes future electoral college talk and speculates on who will carry honors in 1924. It mentions James Cruze selecting a project and jokes about a covered wagon. Also reports duck hunters returning with fifty ducks and no injuries.
President Coolidge directs a department survey on air power value amid rapid aviation advances. The army achievements include circumnavigating the globe by air and dirigible voyages, with annual air service spending around 70 million dollars as equipment rapidly ages and future growth looms.
Club women urge sisters to cast ballots in a bid to boost turnout though the proportion of women voters is expected to be small in the current climate.
A quirky clipping cites a scientist claiming many airborne bugs threaten wireless communication by causing static lag. Suggestions include insect powder and insect deterrents for aircraft. The text shifts to a miner who hoarded gold and a boat incident involving a girl, ending with a capsized boat and lost oars.
The Associated Press reports that Manchurian forces have fully occupied Shanhaikwan on the Clushti Manchurian border along with the Port of Catuwangtao and nearby Pehtaiho. A Mukden communique from Chang Tso Lin confirms the seizure.
Judge R W B Terrell granted a plea of privilege in the partition suit of Narciso Vidaurri et al against Maria Anderson de Vidaurri involving the Jose Bosquez Borrego tract valued at 350000 acres and 35000000 dollars. The case now goes to the Fourth Court of Civil Appeals with potential move to Webb County.
A 150000 pound wool pool from Uvalde growers sold at the Menger hotel through F A Piner Co. and bought by Winslow & Co Boston. C D Stokes called the price satisfactory but refused to reveal figures. The fall clip was number one fine wool and the sale value is estimated near seventy five thousand six hundred dollars.
A large underwater volcanic explosion occurred near the Yaeyama Islands between Formosa and the Loochoos. The Miyako Maru reported muddy waters with pumice floating to the surface and a 12 mile length explosion. The ship retreated to Irontote Island due to danger.
Ella M. Maurer and George L. Maurer’s divorce was finalized in the Thirty seventh District Court on Saturday. Judge William Anderson awarded custody of their six year old son George L. Maurer Jr and $300 for attorneys fees. The couple will continue to reside in the jointly owned home until ownership issues are settled. Mrs. Maurer testified to a marriage in October 1916 and separation in August.
Los Angeles health officials probe a mystery illness that killed Mrs Luciana Samarana and nine funeral attendees. nine other mourners are critically ill. Symptoms included lung congestion and fever, with autopsies suggesting possible pneumonic plague. quarantines placed on all contacts.
Two fires near Petoskey Michigan are growing rapidly as crews rush to the scene. One blaze north of town remains brisk with about 50 men fighting it. The most dangerous fire lies where Maple river Pleasant View Littlefield and Little Traverse townships meet as flames spread northward.
A 24 page illustrated book on San Antonio’s water system is advertised with a color art cover. Maverick Adams and other locals are named as early supporters and readers are invited to request a free copy by letter or postcard.
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