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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1928
Page
1
A chaotic jumble covers baseball series chatter, a Chicago double tragedy, and violent dueling mentions. Notes touch on Rome, Mussolini, and church excommunication, alongside travel insurance, Andorra gambling rooms, and Andorra tourism ideas. The piece blends accidents, politics, crime, and curious modern curiosities without clear cohesion.
Weather brief reports a warming trend with variably mild tonight and Wednesday. Forecast mentions potential temperature rises but details are garbled, showing uncertain winds and light changes in expected conditions across eastern regions.
State police raided the St Anthony hotel at dawn, seizing gambling equipment after a friendly crap game and illegal gambling activity continued through the evening. Three rangers and officers demanded arrests or room closure while hotel staff signed for the paraphernalia. Adjutant General Robertson said the raid was to assist Legion convention officials and local officers would pursue further violations if needed.
A festive crowd filled North Flores to Alamo Plaza and surrounding streets as visiting dignitaries and locals gathered for a lively night on the town. Bands, drum corps, and marchers performed while hotel lobbies and restaurants buzzed with the celebration. Officers reported no fighting, only a crowded spectacle approved by attendees and onlookers alike.
Police search for thieves who looted jewelry worth thousands from dormitories at Mary Mount College as students attended class. The college is run by Sacred Tenet Sisters.
New York news reports Dr Parkes Caiman, head of the China famine relief group, received word that about 200000 persons were slain by fanatic Moslems in Kansu province, China.
Cotton prices showed firmness amid mixed signals as December futures edged higher while nearby contracts fluctuated. Market observers cited thin trading, weather concerns, and global demand unsettled by shifts in export data and currency trends impacting futures between 19 and 20 cents per pound.
St Louis probable lineup lists Ruth Frisch Meusel Ge Helfer Warper Dugan Wilson Staranville and others. Umpires are Polman Owens and Righer with Jean at third base.
In Terlin a report notes matrimonial agencies report men favor steadier wives aged 25 to 35 over younger girls. The trend reflects a preference for maturity and reliability in marriage decisions amid social shifts.
Police report a church in Martford, Yad., suffered its third break in a month. Nothing of value was stolen, though the premises were ransacked and items disturbed. Local Brethren report concern and vow tighter security.
The New York Yankees and St. Louis Cardinals resume their World Series after a rain delay postponed the fourth game. Managers Huggins and McKesunie again fielded the same 1980 lineup as in New York per the prior game, with fans hopeful the weather clears for a decisive matchup.
August fire losses in Texas totaled about 990 thousand dollars, a drop from the prior year. The state fire insurance commission cited 141 fires from unknown causes causing 530 thousand dollars in losses, with 38 fires from electricity and defective wiring accounting for 120 thousand dollars. Incendiary incidents contributed 249 thousand dollars in damage.
In Ladysmith Wisconsin Michael Grows and his wife Agnes were declared insane by doctors and a judge after a hearing. The case involved neighbor John Weirbza whom Weirbza accused of bewitching cattle leading to a fatal shooting. he died several days after the event.
A Muncie man was arrested on a charge of violating the prohibition law. Police found evidence of whiskey storage in his home while investigating a separate matter involving his wife.
International dispatch from Friedrichshafen reports the Graf Zeppelin launch postponed to Thursday due to foul conditions. Weather updates will decide, with officials and crew on standby at the hangar. Eckener favors the Azores route. preparations continue for a possible takeoff once conditions improve.
Viola Brennan reports on a massive World War II era Legion parade in San Antonio with about 200000 spectators. General John J. Pershing led 40000 servicemen and veterans, as Texas and national flags paraded, honoring earlier conflicts and the Alamo era memory.
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