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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 03, 1929

Page

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Visit to General Electric plant sparks awe in science talk

In Chenectady on Oct 3 readers are invited to tour the General Electric plant and its scientific laboratory where Dr. Coolidge Dr. Langmuir and Mr. Alexanderson expound on hydrogen fusion and the white heat used to fuse metals. The piece hints at the broader impact of research on everyday life.

Coolidge Langmuir Mr. Alexanderson Thatr Job W. D. Coolidge

Weather forecast summary for Thursday and Friday

Forecasters warn of cloudy, windy conditions along the coast with possible showers in the northwest. North central regions may see scattered showers, while the Panhandle experiences heavy cloudiness and cooler conditions. Major cities such as Des Moines New Orleans and Los Angeles show clear to cloudy trends with temperatures ranging from mid to high 80s in warmer areas and cooler readings in northern locales.

Ban Antenta Vieinlis Vent Teaan Thuratar Nlebt Weal Treas Partie Cloudz Neohatty Shdwern Panhandle Tharedar Bich Touriats Tembieage Mhosan Sa Tenver den Moines Kanes Clie Wilksten N. D Windalee Texas Predeliaioe Terae Oklahams Cliz Bezier

Oil Market Hen Meet NSA Oil Market Hen Meet NSA

A three day convention of the Texan Petroleum Marketers Association opened at the Plaza hotel with a welcome by Mayor C. M. Chambers. E A. Kiler and J. B. Russ led speakers, noting petroleum as the nation’s property and its importance to public welfare. General H. Smithers addressed the group and arrivals included officials and civic leaders at a reception and breakfast.

J. B. Russ Texas Petroleum Marketers’ Association Left H. C. Smithers San Antonio Texan Petroleum Plaza Hotel Ve. Thurddas C. M. Chambers E. A. Kiler Chamber of Commerce N. S. Spencer Yank B.S. Sterling Texas Highway Commission Fil Noble Tesas Oil Company Dallas H. ©. Smithers Smithers Sam Antonio Phil Wright E. N. Kifer I. T. Russ A W. Choate Graybirg Oil Company Civic Club Howag Porter A. Whaley Elvic IL. H. Flinn Association

90 Degree Heat Forecast For San Antonio

Partly cloudy conditions and a high near 90 degrees are forecast for Friday in San Antonio. Meteorologist J H Jarboe of the weather bureau predicts light showers Thursday night into Friday. Thursday morning's low was around 67 degrees.

San Antonio J.H. Jarboe The Weather Bureau Fast West Terex Jarhoe

Second Forgery Charge Filed Against J A Ford

A second count of forging and passing a check was filed Thursday against J A Ford, a former deputy, by Constable Duke Carver of Precinct No 1. Ford remains in county jail on a prior forging and passing charge. the new accusation was filed in Justice Louis F Botta's court.

Ford J. A. Ford Duke Carver Court of Justice of the Pesce Louis F. Botta

Miller elected president of Sisma Delta Chi at UT

William Kay Miller, editor-in-chief of the Daily Texan at the University of Texas San Antonio, was chosen president of the Sisma Delta Chi national honorary and professional journalism fraternity at a weekly meeting.

William Kay Miller San Antono Daily Texan University of Terag Sisma Delta Chi

Lindbergh completes first leg Managua to San Salvador flight

Colonel Lindbergh finished the initial segment of today's trip from Managua to Guatemala City by landing at San Salvador at 10:15 A M Eastern Standard Time. Pan American Airways base reported the arrival by radio.

Iindy Guatemala City Miami Pia Lindbergh Managua Nicaragua Guatema San Salvador Pan-American Airways Sy Radio

Pajama Slaying Probe by U S Agents

Washington investigators today were assigned to probe the death of Mrs Virginia McPherson a young nurse found strangled with a pajama cord in her apartment on Pennsylvania Avenue two weeks ago officials reported.

Washington, D Hoceiel Department Virginia McPherson Pennsylvania

Sheriff En Route With Tom Shook to Wichita Falls

Sheriff W G Bralley of Wichita County was en route from Lexington Tennessee with Tom Shook former Electra police chief under five indictments including murder according to a telegram received.

Wichita Falls Tesac W. G. Bralley Wichita Omnty Lexington Tens Tom Shook Foremer Electra

Heflin to Seek Senate Probe Over Cotton Prices

Senator Heflin Democrat of Alabama told the Senate agricultural committee he would soon request a Senate investigation into a possible conspiracy to depress cotton prices. He spoke during a Washington, D. C. meeting of the committee.

Heflin Washington TD. C Helin Alabama Senate Agricultural Committee Senate

Oil Field Worker Killed After Fall Near Beaumony

Brenny, 23, was killed instantly when he fell 64 feet from a derrick in the Spindler Lake oil field near Beaumony. The accident occurred about Oct. 1 as he worked at the site. Authorities investigated the fall and notified next of kin.

Beaumony Brenny Spindler Lap Here

Radio Welcomes Sent MacDonald In Washington Dispatch

President Hoover and Secretary Simeon sent a radio message to Premier Ramsey MacDonald aboard the steamship Feramgarin. The greeting marked a formal exchange as officials acknowledged the allied talks and ongoing cooperation.

MacDonald Washington, D.C Hoover Simeon Gou

Dallas Jewish Club Damaged by Blaze in Dallas

Fire of undetermined origin today damaged the Columbian club building, a leading Dallas Jewish social center. Loss was placed at about 10 000 dollars, with loan figures mentioned in early reports.

Dallas Blaze Dallas Columbian Club Anan Teal

Greece Orders Two New Destroyers From Italy

Athens reports Greece will acquire two destroyers from Italy at a cost of £1,225,000. The cabinet announced the purchase as part of naval modernization and defense expansion.

Greece Athens Italy

Accuser 7 Pantag Suffers Collapse At New Channel Plan

A court report details Alice Smith alias Abha Turbough facing murder liquor and bribery charges after posting bonds of 54000, 8500, and a 2500 for a federal officer bribery case. Prosecution cites agent Hirzel testimony about coercion and car theft linked to the Stevens murder case. A corollary hearing and manhunt reward are noted.

Alice Smith Winobushing Liberty W. §. Anderson Thirty-seventh

Mayor Sets Parley on San Antonio River Controversy

A committee of women from the local Woman’s club protested plans to surrender river land and straighten the winding San Antonio river. They urged preserving natural beauty, proposed sunken gardens, and opposed an 18 foot concrete wall. A meeting with mayor, commissioners, and Swiss Plate hotel reps was set for next Tuesday.

San Antonio Woman's Club C. M. Chambers J. T. Browne Chambers Seleck Swiss Plate Hotel Corporation Browne Nueva Martinez

Witness Pringle Collapses Ahead of Pantages Trial

Eunice Pringle, principal witness in Alexander Pantages trial, collapsed at home in Los Angeles two hours before evidence presentation. Doctors said she was in a highly nervous condition but expected to take the stand. The case concerns an alleged attack by the theater magnate on the 17 year old dancer, with her mother first to testify. The jury, six men and six women, will inspect the scene where the alleged assault occurred. If convicted, maximum penalties include 30 years in prison.

Hirzel Aig Leonard Crown Hirsel Texas Brown Lockhart Mrs. Browne Browne Roscoe Flauser Civic Department Ross Davis Elmira Resolutions Committee Los Angeles Eunice Pringle Alexander Pantages KSA Eaaice Pringle Willick Alexander Patteges Missy Pringle Dantages

Accuser and Mother Tiutice Pringle Allege Pantages Assault

Amateur dancer Tiutice Pringle and her mother accuse Alexander Pantages of attacking her in his office as she sought to place her act in his theater. Details of the incident and her companion Thatcher accompany the account.

Tiutice Pringle Alexander Pantages Thatcher

Bodenamer Named New Legion Leader at Eldorado

Ky region paper reports Tudentamer of Eldorado named national commander of the American Legion. Election praised after a motion by Albert L. Cox of Raleigh NC, who had been the sole strong rival for the post.

Tolisvitile Tudentamer Eldorado American Legion Chanimous Albert L. Cox Ralleh N.C

Russian Chinese Troops Clash on Siberian Frontier

News Agency despatches from Musehull report renewed fighting between Russian herder guards and Chinese soldiers along the Siberian Menchutian frontier after a week of tranquility.

TOKIN Rengo Musehull Manchinra Guarda Ant

Tot Drowned in Irrigation Ditch Near Home

Three year old Florinisla Herrera of 18 Lubback Street died Thursday morning after falling into a shallow irrigation ditch behind her home. Grandmother Mrs. Marc Herrera left briefly to fetch soap. upon return the child was missing and soon found drowned. Rescue attempts were unsuccessful.

Florinisla Herrera Lubback Street Marc Herrera Mex. Herrera Bebs

Fourth Man Die in Marion Textile Riots

Four people dead after textile strike rioting in Marion with Luther Brysom, a 22 year old union member, dying from chest and back injuries. Authorities report additional injuries as unrest continues around the industrial area.

Marion Luther Brysom

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