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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 01, 1924

Page

5

Gallagher Home and Site Transformation Plans Mentioned

Old Gallagher home at 115 Nacor Doches is set to be replaced by modern structures for the Catholic Women’s Association to raise 100,000 dollars. The historical property, once a social hub and military rest area, is slated for court and circular drive landscaping near the Alamo, with a community meeting and captain signups to support the fundraising effort.

Gallagher Nacordoches Eam Peter “Gallagher San Antonio Alamo Tor Ass

Walter Patton Arrested At Police Station

Walter C. Patton, 80, Fort Sam Houston, was jailed on a drunken in the station charge after visiting the police desk. A terse, tense interaction followed as a sergeant prepared a record and ordered a cell intake.

Eany Weilenschar Walter Patton Fort Sam Houston Serst Walter C. Patton McKaughan Kelly

Storekeeper Buys Shoes Stolen From Self

In Miami a stranger walked into a fine store with a pair of oxfords. The proprietor bought the footwear with a check, and the man departed. Investigation shows the shoes were stolen from the store and police are seeking the unknown man.

Miami Kin

Negro in Knife Scuffle Fleeing Pursuit After Brash Fight

Stamford Buck and Frank Evans faced aggravated assault charges after a Sunday clash in which Evans reportedly struck Buck with a knife. Buck defended with a scythe, injuring Evans, while county officers later tracked them with bloodhounds near Renwood addition. Stamford escaped as Evans was chased by residents toward Kenwood.

Buck Stamford Frank Evans Horde John Subira Seythe Renwood Bie Kenwood

Grace Kelly Demonstrates Sales Tactics at San Antonio Club

Grace Kelly led a practical demonstration on selling coffee tea and spices before a large San Antonio Merchants and Manufacturers Club gathering at the Gunner Hotel. R R Sidebotham spoke on Planters and Manufacturers Cotton Mills while George B Kelly headed the program with songs and attendance prizes awarded to members and guests.

Grace Kelly San Antonio Gunner Hotel R. R. Sidebotham George B. Kelly Stone Bickett Hilton Howell L. L. Stephenson Jr

Inhalator Presented to City Police and Fire Departments

The Bexar County Safety Council donated a modern inhalator to the city police and fire departments on Tuesday. Police Commissioner Wright praised the council’s cooperation and said the device will aid in reviving worded and unconscious people, calling for public support to preserve the peace. TheSafety Council, a civilian group, assists peace officers in enforcing laws.

Bexar County Satch A. C O. Burnett Bexar County Safety Council Eafete Council Wright Safety Council

James Cruze to wed Betty Compson in October

Los Angeles is told James Cruze film director will marry Betty Compson film star late in October. Mrs Mary Compson, mother of the actress, announced the plans last night. Cruze is in China and expected back in a week.

Los Angeles James Cruze Betty Compson Mary Compson Cruze China

Pan American Union work highlighted at congress

The Pan American Union program, stressing unity among Western republics, was outlined as billions of U.S. dollars flow into Latin America. Talks described the union as linking Latin American nations with the United States, Europe’s financiers shifting capital patterns, and the distribution of booklets promoting commerce and national stories.

United Stage Reig Union Pan-Ameriee Ae Reaper Reid Europe Great Britain France Persiam Germany United States Eerie South America American Agadeahetpital Boston Valparaiso Santiago Jean Joans Chile Pittsburgh Colombia

Capital Cit Bets 3 Heroes Washington Ahead of Opener

Oct 1 in Washington greeted by nearly 2000 fans as the American League champions arrived by train. Walter Johnson is named by Manager Hart for the first game and Zachary and Marberry are favored for the second contest, with confidence high that the World Series will follow.

Washington Mollars Safe Aes Giants Walter Johnson Hartis Zachary Hoice Marberry Yankees New York Garris

Dickson Files Bond in Ballot Appeal

Austin Oct L The appeal bond of Charles M Dickson of San Antonio who lost his injunction suit against Miriam Ferguson to keep her name off the Democratic ticket in November as candidate for governor was filed with the district clerk after his notice he would appeal the decision.

Austin Charles M. Dickson San Antonio Miriam Ferguson Haere

Roosevelt Jr. Notification Ceremony Preparations

The Long Island town readies for Theodore Roosevelt Jr to accept the Republican governor nomination. Finishing touches include a porch addition and lights along lawns as villagers anticipate the ceremony. Organizers expect thousands to attend the event at the Roosevelt home amid formalities and local hospitality.

Cel Theodore Roosevelt Jr New York Long Island Roosevelt

Parcel post insured to England under new postal pact

Oct 1 Insurance of parcel post to England provided in a new international agreement between Britain and the United States becomes effective October 1. First such pact with a foreign country except Canada. Minimum fee of 15 cents for packages valued up to $10, 20 cents for up to $100, and 0 cents at higher values.

England Washington Britain United Sta Gener Ind Canada United States

MECCA HOLDS AS HEDJAZ RULER LOOMS

Dispatches report King Hussein of the Hedjaz maintains control of Mecca while Wahabi forces yield no major advance. Cairo rumors mention peace talks between factions, with inactivity possibly linked to Indian influence and potential British intervention on behalf of Hussein.

Mecca London Hussein Holy Cairo Peatce Cairn Morning Post Bussein

Parked cars damaged in South Flores collision

Three automobiles, two parked at the curb, were involved in a collision on the 200 block of South Flores Street Wednesday morning. Tromaldy Gelde of 907 South Laredo Street was arrested after the accident for operating a vehicle under the influence. Cars owned by Mrs. M Koplin of 415 Navarro Street and N Ortiz of 2121 San Fernando Street were struck. all three vehicles were damaged and no injuries were reported.

South Flores Street Tromaldy Gelde South Laredo Street Pork-D

Cashier of Defunct Bank Sentenced to Three Years

Union Missouri reports Arthur Meininger, former cashier of the Night and Day Bank of St Louis, was found guilty in circuit court of receiving deposits while the bank was in a failing condition. He received a three year sentence after already being sentenced to five years on prior related charges.

Union Arthur Meininger Bank of St Louis

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