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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 12, 1928

Page

5

GAAE Captain Iodges Head Winds

Lady Drummond Hay describes a flight aboard an ocean liner with Commodore Icken as the narrator watches a sunset from the bridge. She reflects on the view over the mountains and the sense of adventure, noting the ship’s crew at work and her thoughts on travel during wartime.

Lady Drummond Hay Gage Warman Corsright GRA Rrp Petain OFER Nik Maditerran Radio Vin Berlin Commodore Ickener Synin Unis Roy Niher Yinin Dr. Cokener

Zeppelin Flight Over the Mediterranean Witnessed by Passengers

Passengers aboard the Graf Zeppelin report a brilliant sunny crossing over France toward the Mediterranean Sea bound for New York. The ship cruises at speed amid calm seas while turbulence from wireless static challenges the crew. Passengers describe a memorable day with fine meals and awe at being airborne, calling it the most wonderful day of their lives.

K. H. von Wiegand Avopsztrat United Blaten Farone King Fentutee Spnileate Jae Aucuat Seler GM Ollateln Alt Etpresa

Friedrichshafen Out of Touch With Graf

Report from Norddeiche rail station indicates airship Graf Zeppelin is out of contact with the fleet. Officials say no direct word on its position or plans. crew including Commander Mig Kekener and Captain Lehmann are reported well. A separate note from Friedrichshstadi confirms the Zeppelin company plans two larger ships after successful trials.

Ana Memega Kersie Pit Righsstamen Railto Norddeieh Roppelin Tarflschitthau Air Graf Works Toxly Loueh Zep Alationa Mig Kekener Dirigie Cmtain Lehmann

Graf Zeppelin dwarfs Los Angeles in size comparison

A photograph contrasts the German Graf Zeppelin with the Woolworth Building and the airship Los Angeles. The gas bag Zeppelin stands only a few feet shorter than the Woolworth Building yet exceeds the Los Angeles by over a hundred feet in length.

Graf Zep Los Angeles Woolworth America

Rejected Boy Accused of Kidnapping Rockford

A rejected suitor was sought in the kidnapping of Asian Denise, who was forced into a car as she returned from work. Witnesses said the assailant tried to abduct her, a struggle occurred, and a friend later located the car with the victim inside. The suspect was taken into custody.

Rockford Kidnayer Miss Domino

McCracken Hosts Greeting at Koehler Park Party

Mr and Mrs O A McCracken Jr hosted a birthday celebration for their son Ken A McCracken at Koehler Park in Bonnie. Guests included Trout ta G Britay and others, with lively attendance and party activities noted.

O. A. McCracken Jr Trout Koehler Park Bonnie Kenk A. MacCracken

100 Legionnaires Visit Lucas Postal Service Pay

A oddly garbled report describes 100 legionnaires visiting Lucas for a postal service pay event during a convention. It mentions their thoughts on duties and respect, with vague references to Sao Antonine and comfort provisions for attendees.

Lucas Slo Laas Cron Sao Antonine Vanek Lateas

Two Will Speak For Hoover On Radio Station

Tariff and immigration principles of the Republican platform will be discussed by W. Anderson, Sun Aniniig attorney, over Radio Station A frame to 10 ar Black Friday evening under headspices of the Women’s Mower chi. Bred’d. Mur will speak on vows of a navigantized citizen in closing his case.

W. Anderson Sun Aniniig Ale Vangland

City weighs shorter San Antonio route to save money

The plan proposes abandoning Aine Channel to route traffic along Ninth Street toward the river, shortening the canal and possibly ending at Shih Street. Mayor Chambers and City Commissioners Paul E. Stettler will inspect the ground as a survey is prepared, with an estimated saving of 140000.

San Antonio Ninth Arden Grove Ninth Street Shih Street Chumubers Cru Paul E. Stettler

City to Receive Bids For Bridge Work

City officials announce bids for the construction of the Minth Street bridge over the San Antonio River. Public works officials note the project will proceed after bids are opened on Monday and clarified by Friday committee minutes.

Pedro Creck

Oath trial nears jurors amid Kirk death case

The trial of L. W. Birk, ex Ku Klux Klan organizer, for the murder of J. Ny Wells near Whitney in 1921 nears jury. Prosecutors contend five men planned to abduct Wells to an inn for a mob killing. a jury verdict hinges on whether Wells was killed during the alleged plot or after.

Geesion L. W. Birk Ku Klux Sou Munter Gruneford Tabor Whitney Woo Teitng Thior J. Ny Wells Kirk Fourcome Wuslerig Lam Wells Smith Wellehana Tudor Klin Birk

Reminders Big Values in Small Type at Store

Reminders advertise ladies wear with prices for skirts at 24.98 and underwear at 2.98. The copy touts plane shades, plaids, slips, gowns, stepins, dance sets, washable crepe de chine, and neatly lace trimmed quilted robes priced 9.95. Mentions ideas for bondsirand leisure hours.

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