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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 12, 1928

Page

3

Hearst Sees France as Spoiled Children in Diplomatic Clash

William Hearst spoke after a conference with President Coolidge and Secretary Kellogg denying that Britain was behind leaks. He described French actions as spoiled, said Horan’s deportation was to resume, and criticized French authorities while noting Hoover leads in polls. He also discussed newspaper business conditions and optimistic advertising trends.

Unireneal Service Washington Elidren I Gareth T. Vera Universal Service Hearst Corresponden William Mindolph Thearst Ehearst Coolidge Kellage Heerelars Treneurs Mellon Horan Tharst Vorap United States Lurun Wiilich Usarst Inter Ierr Trance Trench Prance Europe France Wearst Hoover New York Reneral Luul Cary Hon Hestrst Jug

Paris Editor Voices Support in Horan Incident

Paris editor Berthe Sprein Cahly discusses The Horan incident in La Journal and defends the press’s role in exposing diplomatic documents. The editorial argues reporters should not be punished for pursuing political secrets and that protecting state secrets is not the sole responsibility of the journalist involved.

Rernal Berthe Sprein PANTS Slemont Vivitel la Journal Murna Pach

215-Pound Amethyst Gem Unveiled by German Firm

A 215-pound amethyst reglu s was received for cutting and polishing by a German firm. Found near Rain in Thenzil, the vast regulus is described as the largest ever remarked there, notable for its size and extraordinary brilliancy and perfection.

Thenzil

Champion Eater Quits On Ice Cream

Tom Lyle of Parnell Mo once held the world eating title. During a town visit he attempted a gallon of ice cream but could only finish three quarters as the heat neared 402 degrees. Lyle quipped he should retire and let the youngsters take over.

International News Service Maryville Lyle Petire

Big Convention Free of Groke Crime Despite Protests

San Antonio hosted a major American Legion gathering under tight security. Ora N. Slater of the Cat-Crin Detective Bureau, visiting at Phillip D. Stapp's invitation, reported no outlying criminals or confidence men operating during the event. He commended local police and detectives for efficiency, noting his past high profile work including the Don J. Melfett case and several Ohio arrests. Slater emphasized cooperation with other prominent detectives from major cities.

San Antonio American Legion Ora N. Slater Cat-Crin Cincinnati Phillip D. Stapp Legion Convention Bureau Detective Slater Ohio Don J. Melfett Medllett Slater

Alabama president Edward Denny considers Washington job

Tuscaloosa October 12. George M. W. Denny, president of the University of Alabama, said he had been offered the presidency of Washington and Lee University but asked for more time to consider. He noted his resignation would take effect July 1, 1932, and he spoke with friends about the offer and his preference to evaluate the prospects.

Tuscaloosa Ala UPI George MW Denny Wie University of Alabama Washington Len University the . Jr Louis Smith Friens

Veteran of Five Will Celebrate 84th Birthday

General Charley Ing born before radio era turns eighty four this evening with fraternal groups broadcasting to thousands and hundreds gathering to honor the famed “grand old man” of the enemy novelist soldier and veteran of five wars. Wisconsin militia officers across the state will listen at loving banquets to pay homage as General King remains the sole five war veteran named in war department records.

Mihawauker Charley Ing Tonigh Thenemy Hoo Ewardsmen Wisconsin General King War Department

Army Orders No Universal Service Washington October

Army orders list postings and transfers across multiple posts and units. Names include Major Charles T. Durell Captain Fear G. Gooper and Wade Johnson among others, with assignments to assistant secretary of War and various forts, signals companies, and reserve staff.

Universal Service Washington Lal. Cumwraf Courant Cava Dei Weulens Anticoe DL Charles T. Durell Waskhuaien Edgar Dunn Ky Uaylana Beach Hang Mon Ge. Dirming

Legionnaires Near Mexico on Good Will Trip

Forty one Legionnaires from twenty states left San Antonio on Friday for a week in Mexico City. They will be entertained by Mexican officials and the American Legion post from Mexico City. The party is led by F. W HK commander of the Chicago Li volu Park post.

San Antonio Mexico City American Legion F. Whk Chicago Livolu Park

Smith Delivers Columbus Message to Malian People

New York October 12 Governor Alfred B Smith released a Columbus Day message to the Malian people for America. Judge Francis Mancuso of the court of general sessions made the message public, stating it urged Columbus Day as a holiday and emphasized leadership in promoting it.

New York W—A Alfred B. Smith America Francis Iix, Mancuso Court of Genomal Sessions Mn Assemblyaun

100 000 000 Apples Ready For Market

100000000 apples ready for market as a bumper crop boosts supply. Government and economists note favorable pricing and increased resale potential for growers amid large harvests and abundant bushels ready for distribution.

Kheer Bureau of Ancienturn Economics Tony

Archbishop Kowalski Convicted In Poland Convent Case

Archbishop Kowalski head of the Marsavile church was found guilty of offenses at a convent immorality trial. He received a provisional liberty bail after sentencing to imprisonment. The trial revealed he had six wives.

Plock Poland Archbizlion Kowalski Marsavile Elurch Tie Geal Ling

Carnes to Face 14 More Indictments

Atlanta dispatch reports A Bus ton county grand jury prepared to return fourteen additional indictments against Carlton B. Carnes former treasurer of the Southern Wood Commission, tied to an alleged $953,000 shortage in a death fund, with Carnes recently returned from Winnipeg Pry.

Atlanta A. Buston County Grand Jury Garnes Souther Wop- Vist Hoi Quission Winni- Pry Beath

Carnival Showman Robbed of $100 and Equipment

Leemon of 439 Main Avenue reported Friday the theft of $100, fifteen bags, and several watches from his carnival. The loss occurred Thursday night while packing up equipment as the showman prepared to close. Local authorities have not released further details.

Leemon Main Avenue Watchey Teemon

Joske's Deluxe Hats Hosiery and More Ad

A broken assortment ad proclaims Joske's Usually 1.50 items with unusual values on athletic style hats and Stetson styled hats for young men at 8.50 to 10.00. It touts a finest South selection with low prices on neckwear tights and all wool hosiery. The copy highlights rayon and silk striped hosiery and 21 inch bottoms with high waist bands.

South

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