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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 16, 1929

Page

3

Prison Tunnel Escape Plot Shocks State Prison

Five convicts are held in solitary as investigators probe a planned tunnel escape at the state penitentiary. A large group of inmates worked on reconstructions and smuggling efforts while a “master mind” allegedly directed the operation. Warden Crasford and officials described limited guard coverage and recent riot damage as factors in the failed plan.

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Man Burns Front of Car Using Blow Torch

Georges Ferrie of 110 Villing Court tried to warm his car with a blow torch on a cold Winlay morning. The torch ignited the garage, his ignition hood, and ultimately burned his forehead before firefighters arrived to douse the blaze.

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Paris Banker in Brief Visit to New York

New York reports a brief visit by a Paris banker, with exchanges on financial matters and a test for future operations. The event includes remarks on business presence and future plans as the banker travels between Paris and New York.

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Three Runway Drivers Toll Frightening City Incidents

Multiple hit and run incidents struck central city streets leaving several injured. Police traced a suspect vehicle after Friday night crashes near Beaton and Muntextimi, sending victims to Green Hospital for treatment of head injuries and bruises. An arrest followed Saturday as investigators identified the car and driver. Additional crashes on Elm Street and Eldridge Avenue caused injuries. hospital treatment noted for head trauma and fractures.

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Spotlighted events and community notices in San Antonio

Local groups celebrate milestones and hold gatherings around Fort Sam Houston and San Antonio. Highlights include the SPOTLIGHTS Graduate Nurses celebrating a twenty fifth anniversary, church events at the First Baptist and Woodhaven Baptist, a Turner ball dance for area dentists, university student visits, and clergy appointments. Also noted are regional visits by Maj. R. C. Burleson, Rev. Lewis J. Coreheins appointment, and ongoing social and religious activities in the city.

Daughter of Banker Dies in New York Gas Room

Mite Winne Bell, daughter of banker Bescon Tell of San Antonio, was found dead in a gas-filled apartment in New York City Friday night. Police say the death appears suicide after a note was found. She was the sole child of Bescon Tell and had recently returned from San Antonio to New York.

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New Garber Law Sparks Litigation Over Fees

Contending that the country line federal law grants exorbitant powers to examiners, a suit charges the new barber law infringes constitutional processes and exempts beauty parlors from provisions. The law took effect October 1, and the board of examiners sent its first questions Thursday, triggering the federal suit filed yesterday. Also noted are reports of active tremor in Now Mi Ravin Meria with eruptions and recent deaths.

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Husk champ Walter Olson wins national corn contest

Walter Olson edged neighbor Harott ids by a half bushel to win the national corn championship amid muddy 10 foot rows. It was Olson’s second title, following a 26.6 bushels win in 1 county, while Hague of Guthrie County Iowa took second with 22.38 bushels and Sorenson of Nebraska was fourth with 20.00 bushels.

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Weather Delays Parliamentary Hop Till November

Nov 10. Bail weather delays force postponement of parliamentary flight from London to Cardington. Forty members of the commonS and others arrived at home stations awaiting the dirigible FIDT mission. The government announced the rip would be postponed to November 2% due to conditions.

House of, Commons Cardington

T. P. O'Connor Still in Grave State

London dispatch reports T. P. O'Connor remains in a grave condition as a septic complication incapacitates him, confining the aged parliamentarian to bed for the last 10 days.

T. P. O'Connor London

Austin Callimague Laude Tiny Fern Delivers Odd Editorial Tale

A garbled account outlines a gathering of Voxax editorial figures in Laredo and San Antonio. It notes plans for editors and wives, mentions speakers like Fred Stobinson and Taylor, and hints at trivia about book projects and local satire. The piece blends travel, social notes, and literary gossip.

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Department of State to undergo executive reorganization

Washington reports outline of Secretary Slime's plan to reorganize the diplomatic and foreign service work. Appointing Ingeot TL Qothon as undersecretary signals shifts in duties and expansion, with Nelson L. Johnson slated to move to China and a three-division administrative structure likely.

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Autoist Bond Wakes in Fatal San Antonio Crash

Reported in Austin, authorities filed charges against Joseph for leaving the scene and aggravated assault after a high speed collision near San Antonio street. Victims at 740 Urneatt and 00 Cou ter streets were treated for injuries. bond set at 800. Additional suspects tied to the wreck were named, with proceedings continuing in court.

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Postmaster Dies When Hit by Train in Hammond

In Hammond Tri County, the postmaster was fatally struck by a train near downtown. The incident details are unclear due to OCR errors but identify the victim as a key local political figure and a longtime postal official. Further official reports pending investigation.

Appointment of counsellor for department discussed

The secretary considers the question of appointing a counsellor for the department in addition to the under secretary. The post of under secretary evolved from counsellor and over years ranked next to the secretary, but no decision has been reached on this point.

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Jane Addams Hurt in Fall at Table

Jane Addams, head of a settlement house, suffered a wrist injury after slipping from a chair Thursday night. She was hospitalized but not seriously ill and is expected to resume her work soon.

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