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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1928
Page
1
The excerpt surveys widespread destruction in war and natural disasters, cites large scale losses in the Philippines, and discusses future economic growth and technological hopes. It records speculative comments by leaders and private figures on earth sciences, population policy, wages, and social arrangements, highlighting concerns about prosperity and the role of government and industry.
Precinct 20 results were reviewed by county commissioners after the precinct judge testified that his returns changed after he sent them to officials. The testimony highlighted discrepancies and prompted scrutiny of the vote tally process.
A failed conference between San Antonio city officials and the Southwestern Bell Telephone Co ends without a compromise on telephone rates. With Mr Hong departing, officials express doubt a new meeting can produce an agreement. Earlier reports claimed a 24 percent rate cut from current levels and a partial $8,000 annual concession, but the talks faltered, leaving residents hopeful yet uncertain.
A thief stole a dagger with inlaid silver, claimed as an honor dagger, from San Antonio city hall amid a defense of honor language. Police, led by Heckman, seek the thief who vanished with four dagger pieces Thursday.
A proposed Monte Carlo style gambling venue near Castroville and San Antonio is reported to open in Custenville, eighty miles west of San Antonio, with plans for a fully equipped gaming facility. People involved in financing remain unnamed as details unfold.
The death of Division General Angel Garten, a prominent mid regime figure, was reported in Mexico City last night. General Garten, age 73, served at Chapultepec military academy and rose to prominence during the Diaz era for his Yaqui territory mapping efforts.
The Italian International Rotary group plans a silver anniversary meeting in Chicago on November 24 with access to announcements and rites.
Treasury department action releases bondholders in Couzens case as the ward of investigations closes. Government assessment of 1,000,000 tied to stock profits and mobility claims appears aimed at Ford Motor Co. amid ongoing political intrigue and Republican ties.
An audit by Winters and Company of Abilene found total revenues of 106054.47 from citizens pledges and city funds, but debts and unrecorded expenditures topped 128,? and entertainment and personnel costs were unpaid. The convention bureau booked 22? in revenue not deposited, with multiple mispostings and missing records noted.
Vancouver dispatch reports J B Tetts purchased a trunk for 11 at an unclaimed baggage sale at a railway station. Inside the trunk he found a dismembered body. he was taken into custody by the Canadian Pacific Railway officials for a year.
The ceremony for Dolores Costello and John Marrymore proceeded with only close relatives present. An unidentified intrusion disrupted the event, as Costello’s former suitor demanded to see the bride before the intruder was removed. Helene Costello served as maid of honor.
Chronicle of a North Atlantic sea voyage delay as President Hoover and party aboard the Maryland face a storm. The vessel encounters mountainous waves and flooding but reports indicate no severe damage. President Hoover remains aboard with Mrs Hoover as the ship endures the gale and reboarded crew check cabins.
Mary Miri of Houston Texas was granted 300000 alimony from Grvin L. Allen of San Ysidro California in a San Diego divorce suit. The settlement includes 100000 in widow’s benefits and reflects the judge’s ruling on ongoing support.
Lieutenant Benjamin Mendez and Coronthian Rood flew from New York to Jacksonville spending the day there before continuing on a long voyage. Mendez said he was tired but will press toward New York and Indiana next, with plans to leave soon.
Judge Augustus McCloskey and challenger Cane Browsman Placry M. Wautzbach contest a 1928 election in the 20th congressional district. McCloskey proposes the district court supervise a complete ballot recount in Bexar County to resolve apparent discrepancies, counting every ballot across 128 precincts, with each side represented. If the recount still favors McCloskey, he will resign. if Wautzbach prevails, McCloskey will concede.
Wy International News Seerure reports from PITVSUONGIT on November 24 that centralized heat production could supply whole towns and large populations. Dr Anets proposes new age coal works to produce and distribute meat like water and steam with electric distribution, aiming to streamline energy and food distribution.
A court of inquiry opens next week in Bexar County to review altered election law interpretations and ballot returns. Witnesses from county offices testify about canvassing, custody of returns, and envelope openings as Congressmen Worbach and related officials prepare for possible investigations. The probe seeks clarity on the county’s mode of returns and potential violations amid a disputed canvass.
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