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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 01, 1928

Page

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University football player dies in fraternity hazing incident

Three fraternity pledges died during initiation at the University of Dexds as a crowd moved bedsprings and a bed through a window. Authorities said no inquest will be held. witnesses described the chaotic scene and the victims as students including Nalle McFiroy a sophomore and former high school athlete.

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Belgians Lead In Three Year Chess Match

Belgians take the lead in a three year chess match detailed in a Chicago report. The event, slated to begin in May 1920, involves players from Western Electric clubs and other International Standard affiliates. Matches are scheduled with each game decided by standard play and noted by several European and American competitors.

Chicago da Velginns Ton Chess Wolch Chess Caurrts Western Electric Omade Hia

Communists Riot in Berlin Ends In Police Firefight

Berlin riot erupts as Communists clash with crowds during a demonstration at Walon, police fire on protesters, several wounded and many arrests reported. Officials say one person killed and around 200 injured as violence spreads in central Berlin.

Berlin London Nodz Palive Alice Roundvera

Robbery Assault Reported Involving Dentist Near Main Avenue

The article details Dr Anna B Hewings and nurse or companion being attacked by two bandits while returning from a social event near Oakludex, Oklahoma. The assailants forced Hewings to drive to the sheriff's department area where she reported the crime. Police were alerted and began an investigation into the incident and related raiders.

Wiends Anna B. Hewings Woold Bam Sa Antonia Hor Lom Towire Hastings

Poincare Sets Debt Limit Amid Global Economic Debate

Fragmented OCR text hints at an international financial issue involving Poincare and debt limits. Mentions possible 0.5 figure, economic policy, and global reaction. Reader should note unsettled wording and look for clearer source details.

Be Only 8 Available for Grand Jury at Court Opening

Judge W. R. Anderson presided as the October term opened. Eight grand jurors were not available for service and the nisi prius adjournment affected arrangements. The judge warned about bail and the need to summon sufficient jurors for continued proceedings.

Grand Jury Anderson Julges

Record Flight Aims To Beat 65 Hour Air Mail Benchmark

Willian Brock and Howard Selilue push toward a new endurance flight in the Tellanes monoplane, leaving Aln as they chase the 65 hour 2 minute record. Fog delays and weather affect the Mexico to United States leg as supporters await a possible landing in Texas with air mail consignments.

Calif Willian Brock Howard Selilue Tecant Tellanes Aviatrk Tokyo Ong Gore Tni

Trial to Open in Houston Lynching Case Indictment Names Six

Six men were indicted after a Black youth named Robert Powell was abducted from Tefforeon Davia Hospital and brutally lynched in Houston. Authorities prepare for trial as the case heads to court.

Houbtus Fis Boy Robert Powell Ueme Mila Howell Tefforeon Davia

Aimée McPherson Cleared to Enter England

London reports that Mrs. Aimee Hemple McPherson, noted Los Angeles evangelist, is allowed to land in England for purposes including religious work. She must convince immigration officers at the port of arrival that she meets the alien order terms and has sufficient funds of $120.

London Inday Aimice Hemple McPherson

Bodies of Couple Found Stabbed in Wooly Near Fipont

Police report a double homicide in Wilkesbarke involving Angelo Lai 90 and his wife Stella 30. The bodies were discovered at a Wooly near Fipont after an apparent stabbing and self-inflicted death by the suspect following an investigation.

Wilkesbarke, Pe Oel Angelo Lai Stella Fipont Polite Earth

Negro Jailed For Possessing Liquor

An account from FCORRICANA details a court case where a Black man was jailed on charges of possessing and transporting liquor. The report notes unclear details about the arrest and trial, with references to detectives and local authorities.

Det. I Gr Rn Cutoninbile Adeldent

Judge Rules On West Independent Run In Sheriff Race

A contested Democratic primary batch centers on Sheriff James Stevens death and a potential independent bid by Weststrom. Judge McCloskey ruled on petition validity and ballot placement amid party acrimony, with Newton as party nominee and Weber arguing eligibility gaps.

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City Grants Plea to Extend Track

City officials join with G and AL to seek a shared rail extension across Davesan Street for a 225 foot segment running parallel to North Walnut Street. The plan, part of broader urban transit upgrades, aims to improve freight and passenger access by coordinating with railway companies and local authorities.

N.Q Aone Indek Davesan Street Walnut Street Fenera Supa Conway

Steffler Pleads For Re Topping Work On Navarro Street

Steffler urged re topping Navarro Street between Travis and Found street during a Stowe Commission meeting this Monday. The commissioner Pan described the situation as urgent.

Steffler Navarro Street Travis Foun Stowe Pan. Steffler Elrg F ‘Commission Rency Monilay

Sol predicted to plunge after balmy spell for North Texas

A garbled weather note forecasts a cooler spell for North Texas after a brief warm period. It mentions highs dropping and partly overcast skies with southerly winds, citing unsettled summer patterns.

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Farm Information Broadcast Planned for 400000 Homes

The department of agriculture announces a program to broadcast agricultural information to about 400000 farming families. Experts will present timely facts on farming problems via fourteen broadcasting stations in the inauguration event.

Robbery at Sea Utterly Puleeped by Bandits

A gang of armed men halted a vehicle at a coastal locale and fled with a $5000 loot from a safe. The theft occurred as victims were boarding a hotel guests' party, with details of the intruders and the exact safe contents narrowing to jewelry and valuables. Authorities pursue leads.

World typing judge crowns Paterson champion at contest

For the fourth year in a row, Albert Paterson claims the top title at the international typing contest in Dallas after a blistering 132 words per minute. The event drew competitors from across the country and highlighted rapid-fire keyboard skill.

Amento Sear Mbert Af Paterson

Mexico Reports Religious Rebels Safe Conduct Home

Fragmentary OCR suggests discussions of religious rebels and safe conduct home. The garbled text hints at military operations and official reactions by authorities, with references to departments and potential banditry.

Mexico Mentoo City Get Frupartagt Uke Histricia

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