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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1928
Page
1
An article by Arthur Brisbane discusses Hindu reverence for cattle and a prophet who faced opposition. It notes famine periods, a prison sentence, and rising tension among miners and communities. The piece hints at cow worship on festival days and contrasts divine mercy with political pressure. Weather is teased for Page 2.
City Attorney Jon Ryan leads preparatory discussions on telephone wire rate changes with business leaders and chamber officials. The conference aims to refine plans ahead of public sessions and possible legal actions as officials from the Southwestern Bell company and local merchants attend briefings.
In New Orleans on November 20, Florence Teimlull, guardian of John UW Srumbull of Connecticut, confirms engagement to John Coolidge, son of the President, with plans not for the White House wedding. She says engagement widely expected among friends and officials.
Charles Trowey reported a favorable first quarter 1928 for Poland noting higher retail prices, improved harvest prospects, and overall economic signs of progress across industry and trade. The bulletin highlights profit gains and advancing industrial sectors as indicators of a healthier economy.
The town hails M'Closkey after a victory in the election as plans form for a citywide celebration. A baton of praise is set to be held with Myron S. Ward of the Hutrlingen chamber of commerce coordinating the reception. Willis vows to work overtime to ensure the event proceeds on time despite injuries.
International report states twenty people were injured, some seriously, when a streetcar ran wild along a hill in Homestead. The collision damaged two cars and disrupted rush hour service. fatalities were not reported.
Swedish author and Nobel laureate Lagerlof reaches a milestone age and comments on a new woman ideal as society contemplates aging and evolving gender roles.
Mexico’s foreign office has summoned Manuel Tellez, the Mexican ambassador to Washington, to obtain information on the February killing of Mexican citizen Arefrel Tronevitna in Warmington, New York.
Hendon November 20. Jackie Coogan insured a big appliance before his first appearance on the London stage last night but we had to be premissed whether we would make good to the satisfaction of his many admirers. Judging from the reception he got, he did.
In Illinois Missouri and Kentucky floods drive 17 deaths and massive ruin. The Mississippi River swells at Quincy to 17.6 feet as levees fail and thousands become homeless. Bridge breaches and river crests threaten crops and property across states, with damages estimated around 10 million dollars. Local areas report extensive washouts and disrupted transport as water overruns levees and highways.
The city approved a bond sale to a Chicago firm via the National Trust of Commerce, clearing the way after months of negotiations. The deal reduces interest costs, saves about 310,400 over prior borrowing, and funds sewer, street, river and police improvements all slated after final NY attorney review in three weeks.
A garbled Paris dispatch notes the arrival of Tetterson By Crane prominent in social circles and linked to the Tate Bobs tree and National Cash Register, with references to gatherings aboard a vessel and various unclear figures.
A distress signal from a Greek steamer prompted a rescue by a tug. The incident reports fire and navigation concerns as authorities coordinate a response and monitor the situation for further developments.
New York evening edition reports Gen William Booth commander of the Salvation Army, condition unchanged this morning as he passes a third night under care in Loníon Nov 17.
The Reichstag gives Foreign Minister Gustav Stresemann a strong confidence vote amid party backing. The motion passed by an overwhelming majority, signaling broad parliamentary support for his leadership and government policies.
In Washinetus on November 20 a report notes the comptroller J W Mcintosh resigns. The brief hints at a larger financial or political signal but provides scant details on new steps or future plans.
A powder and ammunition factory explosion in Vincennes kills 12 people and injures many others. The blast occurred as workers were present, with several reported injured and authorities investigating the cause.
In Lewistan Maho on November 40 through 47 a major statewide snow event blocked roads and paralyzed movement. A southeast corridor saw thirty inches of snowfall trapping vehicles and delaying travel amid heavy winter conditions.
The Bexar County race certified Augustus McCloskey as the victor over Tyranny M. Wurzbach in the Fourteenth District. A formal challenge was hinted by Captain C T F Anderson and Judxe McCloskey issued statements denying any canvassing misconduct. Official totals show Wurzbach ahead by 583 votes after county tallies and a larger margin in the countywide count was reduced by deductions. The contest threat remains per the paper.
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