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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1928
Page
8
Des Moines on November 15 reports the death of Mayor John MacVicar aged 61. A longtime public servant and founder of the tongue of American municipalities, his leadership marked early progress in civic reforms and urban development. The details reflect his role in local governance and community initiatives.
Army orders listed here include officers assigned or detached for training and observation at War College and Forts Wood and Swntrd. Names such as Lloyd Te Hamilton and Lochner appear in various departments with duties including engineer training, read commissions, and memorial duties. An advertisement at the end invites readers to compare holiday purchases with final jewelry firm offers.
Tornadoes struck three localities near Vinton and Chester causing at least one death, six injuries, and extensive property damage. Mrs Alpha Hawkinson, 80, died when a barn collapsed near Silver Creek. Nearby farms reported damaged buildings, livestock losses, and downed lines as the storms moved through Chester and surrounding areas. Damage estimated in the hundreds of thousands of dollars with multiple injuries and one man hurt at Pry farm.
Folsom a prisoner at the state penitentiary was shot and killed by guard Grey during an escape attempt near Huntsville Goree Farm. Folsom, serving a five year term for robbery, and partner Turnipseed were pursued after being halted at a barbed wire fence. Grey fired from the hip wounding Folsom in the head and chest, killing him.
A ship-like craft remained suspended above a Chicago municipal airport for an hour. Stark, guiding the craft, faced strong winds as it rose and then dropped, with the propeller tip reportedly cutting backward. The strange event drew witnesses and authorities to the site.
In Kington New Zealand a referendum during the triennial parliamentary election approved replacing prohibition with a licensing system. About 100000 voters participated in the poll to decide whether to adopt a compliant licensing framework.
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