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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 18, 1929

Page

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Hoover to lead Washington talks on national business plan

President elect Herbert Hoover will host in Washington this week a series of national business conferences to assess the nation's needs and outline a recovery plan. He aims to restore confidence, push building, and accelerate foreign trade with federal aid, while noting lingering market pessimism and a recovering industrial base.

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Arrests Made in Poll Tax Evasion Raid

Natal November 15 A government raid led to the arrest of numerous natives for evading poll tax payments due last March. Prisoners are to be tried by a special court as authorities tighten measures. Police report increasing disturbances and a rising force in enforcement efforts amid broader tensions.

Natal Oder

British Girls Rated as Most Charming In Photo Study

Nov. 16. The Ton notes Cecil Beaton, traveling from London to photograph American women, finds them charming and well shaped. He suggests English women lack the same quality and comments on beauty and fashion in postwar society.

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Elected Pascual Ortiz Rubio Named Misivo Leader

Elected Pascual Ortiz Rubio was chosen as Misivo's rest president by a high majority Sunday. His opponent Jarges traint.

Pascual Ortiz Rubio Misivo Hoge Jarges Traint

San Antonio Chamber Leaves for Corpus Christi Meet

Thirty delegates from San Antonio depart led by Porter A Whales Fowetl W Jones and J 4 Torin representing the chamber of commerce to attend the South Texas Chamber of Commerce convention in Corpus Christi. San Antonio’s representation is estimated at 273 delegates traveling largely by their own cars. The party plans to return Monday night.

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Pola Negri Named in Government Tax Liens

LOS ANGELES Nov 18 report IRS liens filed in federal court by Galen H Welch claim Pola Negri, noted screen actress, failed to claim deductions properly across years 1924 95 1946 and omitted profits from a prior business. Government seeks tax payments totaling 888.50 for 1985 18 49 74 for 1925 and 330 219 46 for 1928.

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U S Survey Shows How Wood Is Put To Use

Government survey findings indicate how Americans use wood annually and in what forms. The Commerce Department reports increasing demand, with the inland empire and prairie states showing varied trends as the national timber picture is outlined.

U.S Persie Washington, D.C Department of Commerce

Russian War Lord Killed by Soviets

A fragmentary report claims a prominent war lord in Russia was killed by Soviet forces. The text mentions Moscow and events around Novem ber, with references to henchmen and a high-ranking figure. Details are unclear due to damaged text and OCR issues.

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Hunting Victim to Recover Belief in Reunion

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a hunting victim believed to recover and reunite with loved ones. The text includes garbled names and unclear references, but centers on a missing person scenario and hope for recovery.

Monument Fund Is Asked for Aviator

Mericg City reports that an aviator’s monument fund is being urged, citing local recollections of the wartime hero and noting ongoing efforts to accumulate donations. The article mentions the aviator’s service, the community’s connection, and a campaign timeline, urging support for the memorial.

Mexican election violence surrounds disputed presidency

Riot and gunfire marked voting as Pascual Ortis Itabio led in early returns amid clashes across Mexico. Police restored order in major cities while federal troops guarded key centers, with multiple deaths and many injuries reported.

Mexico Revolutionary Party

Hospital blaze saves man and birth during chaotic fire

In a hospital fire, a patient named Ido was saved. Dr. Harold Suter guided rescue efforts as a maternity patient delivered a healthy inner child nearby. The incident followed by the university’s “wonder” team notes and mentions Conch Smith and Walter Cam in a historical football context.

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Police Dog Fails to Recognize 50 Alleged Mastarg

Police report reveals a canine unit failed to identify 50 suspects in a case centered on a suspicious network. The event details hinge on custody and jail procedures as authorities pursue outcomes for those named.

Turks May Adopt Sunday as Sabbath

Ambiguously garbled report from Constantinople notes a push toward recognizing Sunday as a day of rest amid Turkish reforms. The fragment references modernization trends and religious observance within the parliament’s discussions.

Constantinople

Traffic Regulation Committee to Meet in Washington

The Traffic Regulation Committee will convene in Washington to discuss proposed street and city traffic controls. Officials expect debate on sunita rath vegetation and related detoured routes, with potential measures to reduce congestion and improve safety in the capital area.

What a Wrench It Was! A City Teeters After A Mighty Truck

A chaotic incident left pedestrians fleeing as a large AV-ton truck crashed through an area, causing three buildings to burn and several nearby structures to suffer damage before workers manage to halt the vehicle. Authorities report initial efforts to control the scene and assess the extent of destruction.

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Trial postponed as Newkirk court holds postponement

The case of Hyde and Ponta Lity tWerues charging administration and indent to Wil Hempel C. Cola is delayed. The preliminary hearing for the oilman Wil Hempel C. Cola’s alleged involvement is rescheduled after the decumber term and a continuance request in District court at Newkirk.

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Coyote Yells and Rifle Fire Bring 8.4 Man to Court

Fragmented report describes a disturbance on Saint Marys Street involving loud coyote like sounds, rifle fire, and a 8.4 man. Names such as Patria Ar Kertinny, Tinkly Smith Joe, and Midge Deter Waton appear in court notes amid references to a fire shell and wicked deeds. The piece references an arrest or court proceeding following a chaotic scene with gunfire and intimidation.

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Benefit Show to Aid San Antonio Fair

The city will host a two night benefit show at the auditorium to raise funds for the fair and exposition. Edward Ruyfew, head of the exposition, says attendance fell short of expectations, with about 30,000 total over the nine days, and urges residents to support by buying or gifting tickets and attending events.

Anumerial Edward Ruy Few Expusition San Antonio

Abandoned child tragedy shocks town amid late night report

An 18 year old girl known as a victim of abuse dies by her own actions as authorities describe a disturbing incident. Reports indicate a teen named Olas Nay and another girl Anne Tetley linked to the case, with warnings that a father’s involvement may have occurred. The event centers on an alleged abandonment and a planned safety response, with a price listed for a weapon used in the distressing scene. Local officials caution the public as details emerge.

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Monterey Masons to Attend Reunion

Monterey Masons plan a reunion this week with members arriving from Ban Antatio and other areas. The group will be guests of the Ar Anthony hotel as they gather for the event in Monterey, Mexico.

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Cardinal Dubois Successor Named in Paris

Vatican City announces Monsignore of Paris, succeeding Cardinal Dubois as Archbishop. Cardinal Rubissis or similar name named to the role, with ceremonial notes on the new appointment and church leadership.

Cardinal Dubois Vatican City Paris Cardinal Rubsis

Portumiese Fliers Plan India Hop

Portumiese aviation committee plans an India hop to assess technical aviation links. Delegates including Cape tin and Lientens in Maia are said to attend at TIEGON, Portugal, on November 1.

Portumiese Fliers Plan India Tiegon Portugal Maia

Abbe Lumudt to Speak on The Art of Thinking Open Verse

Abbe Lumudt will address Open Verse Monday night in the Carver/French series, discussing philosophy and the meaning of life. His talk, tied to his recent essays and magazine work, aims to bring thoughtful subjects to readers beyond classroom walls.

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Women Stage FGNT Over Hugot in Court Battle

Testimony in a Corpora tion court recounts a domestic dispute between Mrs. Smasal and Mrs. Patternun. Descriptions of scuffles on a porch and street, accusations of theft, threats, and a two wheeled driving incident are noted, with neighbors and witnesses detailing the tense confrontation and social conflict.

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Bucharin and Soviet Break Near Stalin Rift

A garbled Moscow report hints Nikolai Bucharin positioning against Joseph Stalin within the Soviet Communist Party. The note references factional tensions, speculation on leadership clashes, and implied opposition leadership in the party’s liberal wing amid a broader power struggle.

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France launches large submarine Surcoue amid naval pomp

In Cherbourg France on Nov 18 the Wiesel navy unveiled its newest submarine Surcoue, a massive vessel about 400 feet long and near 400 tons displacement. The event honored naval commander Suruton, with reports noting the craft’s speed and potential service in French waters.

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Ten Peasants Sentenced to Death by Soviets

Report from Surham Cancania Nor describes ten Kalaka related peasants condemned to death by Soviet authorities for anti Soviet agitation and resistance activities. Authorities allege propaganda and protest actions tied to government coercion.

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