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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 07, 1929

Page

5

Extension on the bonds granted by city commission

San Antonio tax companies secured a Monday extension on enforcing their $10,000 bonds. A special committee led by Henry Belouite protested the bonds, arguing the measure would drive small firms out of business. Officials indicated the bonds would be issued entirely by the companies to lower the rate, while Austin considers state action.

Hove San Antonio Bayar Co M Chambers Henry Belouite Scholte Dallas Fort Worth tom /eiiance commission Austin Mayer

Donkeys Hunted for Antelope in Eden Valley

In Eden Valley near Rock Springs Wyoming hunters gathered in October to pursue antelope. Rancher Chris Juel freed his 12 burros to graze during fall, but nimrods mistook the donkeys for game and removed the animals’ holdings and supplies from the range.

Rock Springs Wyo Rocky Mountain Eden Valley Chris Juel Nimrods

Eagle Scouts to Address Sojourners Club at YMSC

Fort Sun Houston troop Eagle Scouts Gibson Sherrard and Ralph Haines will speak to the Sojourners' club at its meeting in the YMSC Tuesday night at 7 30. They attended the International Scout jamboree in London and will address members.

Gibson Sherrard Ralph Haines Fort Sun Houston London Sojourners’ Club

Farmer Fined Despite Bie Family

A Texas farmer William Englehardt pleaded guilty in federal court to possession and manufacturing whiskey charges. He was fined 100 dollars for possession and property charges and 300 dollars or 60 days in jail for manufacturing. He said he stopped operations after the Jones Act, and officers recovered 25 gallons of whiskey at his Atascosa County home.

William Englehardt Atascosa County DuVal West Englehardt Dybert Schweppe

Death of Earl of Harewood, Princess Mary’s Father-in-Law

London, Ort. The fifth Earl of Harewood, Gerry Duck Lascelles, the father in law of Princess Mary, died Sunday in London. Viscount Lascelles, husband of Princess Mary, is his heir. The earldom held 28,700 acres and he was among England’s wealthiest aristocrats. Born in 1840.

Mary Welrersat London Earl of Harewood Erry Duck Lascelles George Viscount Lascelles Princess Mary

Hungarian Attache to Observe Fort Sam Maneuvers

Maj Tavis Belds military attache to the Hungarian legation in Washington plans to visit Fort Sam Houston October 10 en route to Bi Tasao to observe the First Cavalry division maneuvers. Other foreign observers include Col A Watari Japanese official Maj Victoriano Casanis Spain Col C Rojas and Capt Juan Hef from Mexico.

Tavis Belds Washington Fort Sam Houston Bi Taso First Cavalry Division Col A. Watari Forhe Victoriano Casanis Spain C. Rojas Juan

MacDonald as Peace Advocate in Hearst Message

Hearst praises Ramsay MacDonald as a peace advocate who seeks harmony between Britain and the United States, arguing that the two nations must maintain non aggressive armed forces for protection and progress. He urges Americans to unite with England and other peace loving peoples to pursue this universal mission.

England Ramsay MacDonald Earth Christ Galilee William Randolph Hearst

Russia’s credit deals and Aga Khan’s life in Europe

A fragmented, opinionated column notes General Electric and Ford expanding Russian credit and machinery supply while praising Russia’s pay, then shifts to the Aga Khan, describing his wealth, Islamic leadership, travel to London and Paris, two marriages, and a Christian wife, with musings on religion and culture.

Russia General Electric Company Wich Gerald Swope Mr. Young Husalo Henry Ford Eltetric Ford

Dunkleberg Auto Death Case Set For Trial

A. Dunkleberg faces negligent homicide charges in the death of Robert Herding after a collision at Pecan and North St. Marys streets. The case is set before Judge McColhum Barnett in County Court at Law A at 2:15 Tuesday morning. A. Dunkleberg’s car reportedly collided with Schunklebert’s car, which struck Gerber’s vehicle causing Herding’s fatal crush.

Aginst

Man Talks Too Much Leads to 90 Day Sentence

Jon Anderlitch faced a 90 day sentence after pleading guilty to possession and transportation charges. The case before Judge Val West marks a second prior appearance for the man, with officials noting the incident occurred as law enforcement raided a funeral residence.

Jon Anderlitch Festeral Officara Faral Anderlitch Mart’ Anderlicch Conek Val West

Dancing Webb Ball and Weekday Schedule

Fragmentary OCR lists days and events including Wednesday Thursday Monday and Sunday with odd spellings. No clear people places or organizations. cannot determine full item but indicates a weekly calendar fragment.

Woman Sues Forsto On Ceiling Collapse Damages

Lois Stabhavier sues Richard C Wright and Mark J Wright partners of Wright Tiros seeking 10000 dollars in damages after a bathroom ceiling collapsed at a Main avenue building on August 18. She alleges defective construction caused serious injuries. The suit was filed in the Eleventh District Court.

Lois Stabhavier Aginst Richard C Mark J. Wright Wright Tiros Mahavier Sheave Main Avenue Seledad and Girard Streets Wright Firos Bills M. C. Neeper Boly Thiesfraeventh District Court

Commission Lets Bridge Contract for Travis Street

The city on Monday authorized the paving of Fair avenue from South Huckberry street to its dead end. A remodeling contract for the street bridge was set to Hart Moore at $10,000. Bids will be received on October 14 for replacements of machinery at the Sherman street pumping station.

Fair Avenue Huckberry Street Yomi Centenet Is Etreet Bridge Hart Moore Bila Machil Sherman Street

San Antonians to Attend Fair of Victoria District

San Antonians plan a Victoria District Fair trip on October 9. Howell Jones of the chamber of commerce trade extension says the team will leave San Antonio at 7:00 am and arrive in Victoria by 11:20 am, with the return voyage departing Victoria at 7:26 pm.

San Antonians Fair of Victoria San Antoniana Vieluia

Negro Fined $25 For Whiskey Found In Lunch Basket

A man identified as Hon orl Slahee ner was found with a pint of whiskey in his lunch basket. He was questioned and arrested. Officer T. Endalghy reported to the court where Judge Watson deemed the whiskey a moral offense and fined the man $25 with no mercy shown.

Hon'iorl Slaheener T. Etandalghy Studee

Kelly Planes Return From Training Flight Missions

A Kelly aircraft group completed training flights and returned to base Monday after weekend drills. One propeller was sent to Broonaville for a flight and a unit planned to resume operations toward San Antonio Monday afternoon.

Kelly Hracka Vield Broonaville Trowan San Antonio

Two Seek Permit for Seguin Line

Report notes two parties seeking permission for a Seguin line project. Details are unclear due to OCR errors but reference names include Seguin, Luling, and Fort Worth figures. The filing appears before a state transportation authority with legal representation mentioned.

Seguin Line

San Antonio annexation cuts fire insurance costs

Charles A M Lobin says suburban districts annexation by the city will lower fire insurance rates. J Dewese, state fire insurance commissioner, seeks a new city map to adjust rates for the annexed area. Some owners see up to 23 percent cuts while others face increases. overall premiums for residents in the newly annexed district are expected to fall by thousands of dollars.

San Antonio Charles AM Lobin J. Dewese Storent Increati Tobin

Stokowski Conducts Philadelphia Orchestra in Unbuttoned Style

In Philadelphia on October 1 Leopold Stokowski led the Philadelphia Orchestra in Bach and Mozart with liberties in attire. He performed Wagner overture after removing his coat and necktie, creating a striking visual contrast to the concert conventional norms.

Philadelthia Leopold Stokowski Philadelphia Orchestra

NYU track captain seeks consent to marry white girl

Philm Eg Wanda, NYU half miler, says he has full consent of the parents of Edith Margaret Oedelachoff of Weehawken NJ for their marriage. The couple met at the Amsterdam Olympics where he trained with the New York University team. Edith's mother is French and her father German. He is a native of British Guiana and has not naturalized, affecting his eligibility in Olympic competition.

Aga Khan India Mohammed Ani ‘Co Univeral Service New York Philm Eg- Wanda New York University Edith Margaret Oedelachoff Mew Sulius Oedelechoff Park Avenue Weehawken N. J America Amsterdam Mi Oedelachoff Liike Berlin British Guiana

Willis Funeral Held for Paul Willis

Paul Willis of 1421 North Oliver was buried Monday afternoon. The Rev W P Buckner of Sirs Berean Heighin Methodist church conducted the services. Willis is survived by his mother Mrs Elia Willis.

Adlerika ad promises full stomach and bowel cleaning

An advertisement claims Adlerika relieves gas and stomach pressure within minutes. It touts full cleaning of upper and lower bowels, unlike other medicines, and urges readers to visit Sommers-Wagners 11 Drug Stores.

Adleria R. EF. Krueger Adlerika Sommers-Wagners

ITCHING ENDS WHEN ZEMO TOUCHES SKIN

Thousands praise Zemo for soothing cooling relief from itching and burning skin. The antiseptic promises fast action on inflamed surfaces and helps draw out infection and clear blemishes. Sold by dealers in 30c 60c and $1.00 sizes.

Zemo Rafe Deelers

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