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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 27, 1929

Page

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Utility czars plan 10 spend 2 billion narrative

The fragment references a plan by utility czars to spend two billion and mentions the League of Nations, China, and Russian actions amid war. It alludes to aerial warfare’s relative safety for attackers and the casualties suffered by those under attack, though the text is garbled.

INA League of ' Nations Trnele Sam Itussia Muse Nicaragua Russia

Plan for Interfering with War Debated and Airship Story

The article discusses U S attitudes toward international interference in war, noting uncertainties about airship power and war readiness. It cites Miss Klinger and Mr. Babcock and mentions a wedding stunt with parachutes and a divorce in Paris gossip. It also covers comments by Governor Bulow of South Dakota on Wall Street and Thanksgiving reflections amid local expo debt talks and a pending franchise decision.

W. O. Bulow South Dakota Wall Street South

These Cars Cheaper Than Turkey

Forty two cars in police custody were sold for a total of 257 dollars under a winter sale. Bids ranged from one dollar for two dilapidated vehicles to twenty five dollars for nine small roadsters.

Turkey Washington, D.C Fies Ian Auto, Noble

Utilities plan record 82 billion construction drive outlined

A Washington report shows a near 82 billion dollar utility construction and maintenance program for next year. President approves the expansion, framing a largest industry drive amid stock market weakness. Utilities leaders from New York met with the President, detailing multistate investments in electricity, gas, and rail systems, with totals exceeding a hundred million in additions and miles of lines planned.

Washington Hooter New York City White House Electric Igiht and Power Group Gae Spolkesman Ile Sire Railway Industry U. EL Groesbeck Therig Bond and Share Company Bix Tns Mectrie Power and Light Corporation Bis8ul National Power and Light Company Alabama Arizona Arkansas Colorado Florida Iduho Kansas Louisiana Minaesota Mississsppi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada North Carolina Oregon Pennsylvania South Carolina Tennessee Texas Utah Wisconsin Wyoming W. A. Junes Cities Service

Deep Oil Field Predicted in Rio Grande Valley

A Texan wildcat well in Starr County Texas reached 200 feet, with reports from Tarulo about a 3560 foot depth and sand production. The well is being bailed and aims to become the region's first producing field, touted as among the deepest in the United States.

Aden Granda Valley Texan Company Wildcat Starr County Erade Tarulo Taaimein Steic United States

Film interests in anti trust suit

New York report says General Wilbark Mitchell will open antitrust proceedings against Fox, Warner Brothers, and other film interests charging violations of the Clayton act. The action aims to challenge restraints on competition within the film industry.

New York Wilbark Mitchell Para Eye Fox Warner Brothers

Parachute Jump Tragedy At Brooks Field

Nine trained parachute jumpers from Brooks Field clashed in a fatal failure when J. J. Dullive failed to open his chute at 12:30 on a midweek flight. Observers report a tragic fall as the team from the department of medicine carried out a double ship formation.

Cooks Field Weilensday Serpiant J. J. Dullive Ata Deuty Lieut Wy Aroustrang Tieuts W. ML Scolt sMafé Beiek Jat, Austase A, G. Frank Wy J. Grieve Gorgofal Ny Hehad Privyate Landen A. Malevky Department of Medicine Brooksfield

Yale Sophomore Dies of Poison

Yale College sophomore Marshall Taylor of Jacksonville Florida was found dead in his bed in New Haven on November 27 from suicide by poison. Friends said he complained of fatigue and nervous trouble amid signs of strain and overtiredness.

New Haven Conn Marshall Taylor Jacksonville Flay Yale College Taylor

Yoakum Seriously Ill in New York Home

Yoakum of New York railway executive and pioneer in building up the southwestern coastal and railer section of Texas is reported seriously ill at his New York home. Private telegrams received here by core friends of Mr Yoakum convey the news dated November 27.

Yoakum B. F. Yoakum New York Texas

Solon Posts Bond on Liquor Charge

Edward Heeree, recently inreted on illegal liquor possession faced District of Columbia Supreme Court and posted a 3600 bond.

Solon Chin D.C E. Edward Heerete Piatrict Columbia Supreme Court

Texas girl found insane in California asylum admission

Gun toting Texas girl admitted to a California state hospital after a superior court jury ruled her insane. She had shot a man, struck a film director, and injured a taxi driver and two policemen before forgery charges were resolved.

Texas Aslyum Norwatk Calif Russell Angee Tal

Carver's Deputies Arrested in LA Over Jailbreak Case

Carver's deputies were arrested in Los Angeles on Tuesday in connection with the jailbreak of ILC Burley Shipp from Bexar County jail. Ford later was detained and questioned in the incident.

ILC Burley

Jail escape scene staged for grand jury

A staged escape sequence performed at the county jail before grand jurors, showing S C Shipp slide down from a second floor window using ledges to test the plausibility of a mass escape. The event was filmed by Porter Loring as jurors observed the jailbreak scenario and testimony resumed later. Police and detectives stood nearby, with several officers and officials noted among onlookers and supporters outside the grand jury chamber.

S. C Burley Porter Loring Grand Jurge Inn Shipp Vue Ini Grand Jhipment Grand Jury Serge D. E. Kells Aubrey Hopkins W. W. Thompson Gource Dube Curser Bill Musses Garver Herbert Townsend Alfonso Newton Jn Soll Ford Grant

Thanksgiving Day Cloudy Weather Forecast

A cloudy forecast for Thanksgiving Day covers San Antonio and surrounding areas. Meteorologist EL Jiechi predicts mild but variable temperatures, light west winds from the southwest, and no rain. Overnight lows may dip near 46 degrees with cooler early morning conditions.

San Antonio Will Tneve Cho Wedtimsder Ds EL Jiechi

Oklahoma Banks Closed After Executives Die

Oklahoma City state bank commissioner announced twelve banks failed to open as a direct result of the death last night of F. L. A. McCawley, 53, a Sapulpa financier involved with the institutions. The closures were immediate following the tragedy, with authorities citing the abrupt loss of key stakeholds.

Oklahoma Oklahoma Cty Graves Shull Fine Banka Bo Das FL A. McCawley al Sapulpa

Funeral train carries late Frances El Warren to Wyoming

The quiet funeral train of the late United States Senator Frances El Warren left Chicago for Wyoming today. It paused briefly for a Nixon-era tribute, then continued toward Cheyenne where the aging statesman will be laid to rest.

Warren Wyoming Chicago Santor Frances el Warren

Houston Car Deaths Now Placed at 87

The death toll from car incidents in Houston has risen to 87. Walter Smith, age unknown, died in a recent crash on Sash night, while a friend faces charges of operating a vehicle while intoxicated.

Houston Houseton Walter Smith Tors Flomes

Paroled Film Star Dorothy Mackaye Offered Play Part

Dorothy Mackaye, recently paroled from San Quentin, has been offered a leading role in the play Sweet Adeline. Promoter Sam Levasson or impresario Sailidas praise her stage comeback and anticipated reception.

Hultwoula Dorothy Mackaye San Quentin Adeline Scrammerstem Impressario Sailidas

Cruiser Work Delayed by Adams Actions

Washington November 27. Secretary Adams said three cruisers suspended by order of President Hoover will not reopen until after the arms conference in January. The move follows orders delaying construction as the United States plans for the Geneva conference.

Adams Washington, D.C Hoover Simpry

Pope appoints new Dublin nuncio in Vatican reshuffle

The Vatican named Moniero Robinon vyalolie mineta as titular archbishop to lead the Dublin nunciature. The appointment elevates Robbiain to Monsignor status, aligning with ongoing church reshuffles in Ireland.

Vatican Moniero Robinon Vyalolie Mineta Monsignori Robbiain Loaiton

Street Plea Denies Traffic Restrictions and Assessments

A city hearing on street traffic restrictions and property assessments failed to grant reductions. George AL. Geren argued against changes while Phi Wright urged public interest, citing impacts on Tansey Col lege Jefferson and Presa. The board denied protest, noting front footage valuations and equipment costs for nearby businesses.

Mms Siverts George AL. Geren Fox Phi Wright Fire Comemissioner Saint Ancesty Afteets Tanseyn College Fefferson Presa BUSIN Green Yeily Tas Neighyorden Apn McWkay Cle Vatualion Sostal Telegraph Permany Tournel Fiat Pra Posta Siggas Bros Roebuck Gplompany South St Macy

Women Take Off for Record Again

A brief note reports women setting another world endurance record at Wyd2, with an emphasis on fueling and renewed efforts. Names and precise details are unclear due to OCR errors but the intent highlights ongoing record pursuit and endurance competition.

Totby Toda

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