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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1929
Page
1
Arthur Brisbane reports from Ginza on a poisoning case touching a group of nineteen job seekers. Rewards offered for information as authorities probe the mysterious death, while rhinoceroses and giraffes figure in supplied context.
A harsh critique argues that President Hoover will summon key businessmen to discuss the economic crisis, but such meetings will yield little beyond empty assent. It questions Federal Reserve power and calls for direct credit to spur construction and jobs while warning of banking excess and misused profits.
In Werton Kan a sheriff shot and killed a liquor runner, Mrs Louise Horton, 55, after she pointed a pistol at him during a car pursuit. Sheriff W C Dederick was acquitted of any fault in the incident. The driver fled toward a farm house before the sheriff fired, striking the woman near the heart. The case includes the driver Harriss’s capture and ongoing charges. The husband of the deceased is held on liquor charges. Ancestral figures and relatives were reported en route from California to claim the body.
Dispatches from the Far East report U S Navy destroyers and gunboats moving toward Slotang in Hunen province to pursue marauding Chinese bandits who reportedly seized a convent and several churches, kidnapping residents for ransom as hostages.
The Prince of Wales showed his versatility by knitting three items during a Queen Mary’s Dollitory exhibition, the secretary noting he often sends pieces but this marks the first time he produced his own work. The event highlights royal interests beyond riding and aviation as observers praise the handmade pieces.
Washington Nov 10 The White House issued a bulletin on the Secretary of War showing slight improvement at 10 o'clock tonight. Nourishment retained, respiration not complicated, aphaptome not progressed, patient fatigued but improving with no new complications reported.
New You reports Paris fashion editor Miss Howard urged American women not to fear the revival of long dresses. She noted the trend met with no disapproval and described it as a shift away from 20th century corseted styles, reflecting evolving fashion attitudes among U S women.
The freighter Depere, a 34 ton vessel, was reported sinking after striking a rock at Port McArthur, Alaska. The incident occurred while the ship was operating near Seattle and Wart and Sov. authorities were informed.
Platte GVI Missouri November 16 Walter Olson representing Illinois won the national corn judging title by a slim margin over Friend Holmes. Olson and Holmes posted scores of 20.27 and 24.74 in 80 trials of stock selecting.
Finland's Supreme Court demands annulment of the current prohibition law in force in Vatebuntes Becks holm, per a Becks holm dispatch to the Daily Express. The court states the law has spread evil for the last decade and calls for a replacement law based on liquor restriction.
Berlin reports a Finnish supreme court study finds U S prohibition parallels in crime and morality. German sociologist Dr Schomouders notes that in both nations the abstinence policy correlates with rising mortality and crime, while youth drinking increases and perceptions of morality shift amid prohibition effects.
Secretary Lamont told reporters that radio totns and interpil explorer hs progress may solve mysteries of the ratio. The remarks suggest no firm results yet and indicate continued efforts by Commanders and advisers to unravel railin puzzles and mysteries.
A flood of praise and promises from industry leaders and party figures signaled strong backing for President Hoover’s plan to steady and boost the economy. Officials said a White House conference with business, agriculture, and labor leaders would be held next week to push tax relief, credit expansion, and building activity. The Interstate Commerce Commission plan for rail consolidation will move ahead, with railroads in strong financial shape to support equipment and expansion.
Telegrams from across the United States praise William Randolph Hearst for his open letter to the President on stock market conditions. Messages from Austin Waller and R C Durant laud his call for restoring confidence and action, while critics note manipulation and the impact of short selling on prices.
In Clemens on November 16 a flying student of the university abandoned a burning plane after crash efforts. The pilot, 25, jumped to safety before noon. The craft wrecked after a motor fire. A broken rotor caused the plane to strike and derail.
Washington November 67 United States President today sent to the senate for confirmation the nomination of Nelson Jolson of Oklahoma to be minister to China, succeeding John A. MacMurray who resigned.
Optimistic brokers foresee a resumption of near normal trading in the New York Stock Exchange next week as markets prepare for a seven hour daily session from 10 am to 5 pm. The exchange will be closed all day next Saturday.
Culver and Seesten report that in Landon on November 1 a British built car designed for silent treaders named as the Prince of Wales personal vehicle. The selection was made at noon.
Voters prepare as tensions rise over the presidential election in Mexico. Vasconcelos supporters fear turmoil and potential revolution while Pasquel Ortiz and other candidates appeal in a campaign marked by clashes, arson, and heavy police presence. Results will take weeks to confirm.
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