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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1927
Page
1
Dispatches from Laredo Nogales and Hidalgo report revolts across northern Mexico, with rebels advancing toward Vera Cruz and oil fields. Authorities announce permit suspensions on arms use, whileGen. Startine is ousted amid rumors of pro-rebel ties. Federal troops clash in Tamaulipas and Hidalgo as fighting spreads.
News from Vera Cruz reports Gen Francisco Serrato and allied troops have captured and executed rebel leaders under President Calles campaign. Arnulfo Gomez and Aretor Almada, with a tiny remaining force, evade large federal units by moving through central Vera Cruz mountains. Government expects revolt to falter as loyal troops advance.
The executive report details Obregon's likely 1928 return, Calles winning the presidency with army and Mexican Federation of Labor backing, and opposition from officers who feared his control. Morones is shot and wounded, while tensions with the army and labor unions shape the transition.
A Palm Heights protest against a Frio City road refinery led Jumble Oil to withdraw its permit application. Residents and league officials argued the refinery would hinder growth, prompting city officials to reconsider location outside the city limits. The decision, reached after vigorous protests, follows a denial by the city commission and subsequent protests from chamber bodies.
The Du Pont De Nemours company reports the discovery of two new chemicals, neo zone and a negative catalyst, that protect rubber from air deterioration and extend tire and shoe materials. The advance promises longer lasting products from tires to balloons, with potential savings in millions and broader gains in industrial chemistry as knowledge grows.
The American Medical Auxiliary will outline its work for the next six months at a luncheon at the St. Anthony hotel tomorrow. Mrs. John national president and Mrs. Av peesiient will attend along with Mrs. Menorsolde and other local figures.
A report details a man being knocked out and robbed of 15 dollars by a Black man. The assailant struck him in the head as he turned, with additional unclear actions described at 601 Test Wrackett Street. The article mentions further misdeeds and a loss, but the details are fragmented and partially illegible.
Jon Moser of Laredo stopped in San Antonio for a brief visit on his way to Blot, Michigan. He spoke with local residents and paused at a downtown landmark before continuing his trip.
A 29 year old negro was arrested at the city jail on murder charges in the death of Dan Layne. Layne, found dead near 420 West Travis Street, had a fractured skull per autopsy ordered by Justice Anton Adam. Detectives Parish indicate two witnesses saw Layne struck on the head.
Austin appeals heard as CCA grants hearings for C. W. Webb convicted of larceny and ten year sentence and H. Adams convicted of bigamy, both from Portie, filed today in Court of Criminal Appeals.
Immigration chief Whalen says border patrol will investigate reports of 260 men gathering in Zapata County Texas to cross into Mexico and join a rebellion. Unconfirmed tips placed ex-governor of Tax Mulipas and 208 armed men on the American side.
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