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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1928
Page
3
Governor Alfred J. Suit continues campaign travels as election day approaches. The story notes mounting calls for a Frances candidate appearance and explores strategists and party dynamics across states ahead of the pivotal vote.
Fragmented account documents a memorial dedication for Nungesser and Coli with a planned cross state radio tour including Virginia North Carolina Tennessee and Kentucky. It mentions Governor Smith and a political campaign context with itinerary details and a Louisville stop slated for Saturday night.
Jurors in Beaumont probe the shooting deaths of a peddler and a cook at a church party. Authorities say clues point to a staged crime scene with a pistol found in a suspect’s possession. The governor, planning Albany return, set talks with national Democrats on strategy along the Atlantic seaboard.
A historical theatre note outlines the Folies Wake show with misnurted names and humorous scenes. It highlights performers who sparked the comedy and the critics who debated wit and pacing, noting audience reaction and the era’s stage traditions.
Four performers were injured at the world championship when a chaotic scene unfolded. A horse fell during a stunt injuring several participants including Marie Gibson and Opal Woods, with others suffering teeth and shoulder injuries as spectators watched in alarm.
An advertisement touts a yeast based product called Tronized Toast claimed to rapidly increase weight and improve appearance by boosting nerves and muscles. It emphasizes a vegetable iron infusion, safety for all, and a money back guarantee if users are not satisfied.
Seven candidates vie for national commander of the American Legion with nominations set for Wednesday morning at the convention. Some hopefuls have withdrawn, while state delegations claim influence as leaders push for favorable slots. Indiana delegates back McNutt and others from Kentucky Mississippi and Illinois rally around a slate, with auxiliary plans and television coverage anticipated as the race narrows to key committee decisions.
Reports detail a death sentence for Gill Tamieson after kidnapping and extortion attempts linked to Frederick Wy Jamieson and Vonalali banker figures. Governor Wal tare HL Farrington will fix the execution date within weeks as territorial laws loom. The piece references Oh Bahoma, Shreveport, and Albert J. Cox with a broader note on North Carolinians in political action amid a contentious convention.
Judge faces contempt action over refusal to answer questions in a California tax associations case. The incident followed alleged acceptance of a $200 check from Ame Semple Mel Victron. The proceedings hinge on the judge’s courtroom conduct and refusal to testify.
A garbled excerpt discusses wearing a finvser and refers to satisfaction by Kioringi NERTERERG'S Ondeenetrisis. The readable text hints at exam or personal care terms, with unclear context and no clear event or names beyond the unusual terms.
Hollywood directors emphasize smooth skin under close up lights. Nine of ten screen stars use Lux Toilet Soap. In Hollywood there are 433 important actresses. 417 use Lux. All major studios designate Lux as the official dressing room soap.
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