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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1929
Page
1
A chaotic mix of clipped notes and opinions quotes Arthur Brisbane about West Point rules on mustaches and pets, stock market swings, and Rockefeller, arguing that strong stocks benefit from reinvesting earnings rather than high dividends. The piece questions American market confidence and governance, noting planned continuation on Page 14.
Mrs Lois Pantaces, wife of a theater magnate, appears before Superior Judge Carlos Hasdy seeking probation after a conviction tied to a fatal automobile accident. The case centers on Eunice Pringle, a young dancer, and the jury verdict holding Pantaces responsible for the death of Japanese gardener Tare Rokumoto.
A dense weather dispatch reports rain and colder conditions Friday night into Saturday with mixed cloud and sun, coastal cooling, and a northward cold front. It lists temperatures around 49 degrees Friday night, umbrellas and clouds across the Midwest and plains, and is accompanied by regional flying conditions and visibility notes for several cities and states.
A boat overturn on Melina Lake while Companions VI and CAVLED Tube Gildings hunted ducks. J. W. Suns and J. Hinglestein aided in the rescue. Mesch, Hill and others searched the water. Masch survived, while Giddings drowned as Mrs Habey and local rescuers acted swiftly. Willian Giddings, from Torreon, Mexico, is named.
AUSTIN Nov 8 Governor Moody set February 8 as the new execution date for TW Howard in the murder of M Nixon, chauffeur, in 1920. The reprieve followed a telegraphed claim by Howard's former wife that she had testified falsely at his trial.
A new turbine will be installed at the Don Freeton road power plant of the Hot Antonio Techle Service company. Company president told Musor CGM Chambers on Friday that installation will occur in the coming months.
In Chicago on November 8 Semeel Friedman, after being robbed fifty times, bought a pistol. Last night a robber entered Friedman's store, and Friedman began shooting. The robber fled, but Friedman was shot in the arm. a doctor was called to treat the wound.
Senate lobby committee chairman Caraway displayed records alleging William A. Gillespie, auditor for the National Council of State Legislators, served a prison sentence in 1925 for involvement with a bucket shop. Witness L. Arnold testified the tariff association and the national council share headquarters in Washington. Arnold could not recall Gillespie’s prior imprisonment, and Caraway pressed for clarification on confidence in Gillespie.
Washington estimates a US cotton harvest of 15,009,000 bales for the year, up from 14,115,000 forecast a month earlier and above the 1923 output of 14,478,000 bales. Texas is projected at 3,950,000 bales. Market reaction in New Orleans was bullish with futures rising before a trading suspension.
An unidentified youth leaped from the Brooklyn Bridge in New York, plunging about 12 stories to the river. Authorities and witnesses reported the incident as a suicide attempt with no immediate description of motive or identification.
North Texas records a sharp cold snap with rain and snow in the region as San Antonio braces for further frost. Temperatures fall from the 70s to the 30s by Saturday night with no frost predicted. Amarillo reports 26 to 28 degrees and snow in surrounding areas while farmers expect benefits from the cold.
Funeral services for Jack Lionel Dempsey a leading racing correspondent in America will be held this afternoon in Nashville Tennessee He died suddenly here yesterday and it had been reported his body would be buried in New Orleans where he had maintained his home
Crowds flock to New Monkey Island at Byucvenridge Park despite inclement weather. Jacob Balijolar, park official, urged visitors to follow safety guidelines as the new attraction opened to the public amid continued demonstrations of interest and activity in the area.
A stalled elevator trapped Spencer and a friend on the second floor of a residence on Vance Tscksan Road. Firefighters and bystanders freed them after a blaze started in a ironing board iron and spread to a closet. Damages are estimated at 35000. no other injuries reported.
Evance reports two Brussels to Paris line planes forced to land at Le Bourget due to bad weather. Both aircraft overturned during landing and several persons were hurt.
New York November 8 a $70000 verdict awarded to Marcia Estardus a club hostess in her $100000 suit against Harry K Thaw was reduced today to $25000 by Supreme Court Justice Heron J Levy
Five workmen were killed in a premature explosion at a waterworks site near Worces tster Massachusetts. The blast occurred when a larger charge of dynamite improperly ignited by a laborer caused fatalities. authorities investigated the incident as a tragic industrial accident.
A garbled report describes a phone call to the superintendent from state education officials about a school dismissal. Elementary children were sent home while high school students were near departure. A teacher hesitated at a window, noting the pleasant day and the confusion of the scene.
Washington November reports Senator George W. Nereis of Nebraska, veteran Republican leader, is recovering from bruises and a sprained wrist after being struck by a car near the capitol. He declined medical care and returned home. Milton G Wood, driver of the automobile, posted $200 bond on the reckless driving charge.
Senator Carter Glass of Virginia proposed legislation to curb stock market speculation and shift influence toward Federal Reserve member banks. The plan aims to extend the Fed system’s reach, with Glass presenting the measure before banking officials in New England amid an invitation to speak at a Boston Reserve event.
Mrs William Hoffman of Rhode Island was reelected president of the Girl Scouts of America at the annual convention in New Orleans. Mrs Herbert Noover is honorary president.
GAIRG. TIL reports George Crawford known as the king of hootleggers in the South died penniless in a Georgia hospital. He was reputed to be worth 100 dollars before dying on county charity, leaving his estate as a pauper.
Hoover will travel to Georgetowns for a major grid matchup with WALK 3TON and 1 DL New B WIP raettem. The event promises a decisive showdown as teams prepare for a key conference clash and potential title implications.
District Attorney Valle in Laredo said a witness would testify at Duke Carver’s trial linking him to the 1922 murders of Gen. Lucio Blanco and Alton Welkes. Indictments also target Edmund Walker for related killings. extradition hints surface as authorities note Carver’s past as a constable and his high bond status.
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