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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 12, 1929

Page

2

MacDonald visit marked by plea for world peace

In New York Oct 12 Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald ends U S mission with appeal for global peace. The visit features talks with President and others, mentions wartime leaders, charity events for Ishbel MacDonald and child welfare, and a luncheon at Park Avenue.

MM ’Donald U. S New York Minter Ratsay MacDonald United States Canada Virginian Lincoln Pitadey Verson Ishbel MacDauve London Park Avenue Sopkin-Weésley Aie MacDonald Cay MacDonald Children's Court Taduateal Bish School

Pedestrian May Have Been Right But He's Defunct

In Denver Moran, 45, was struck and killed while crossing a street after a car driven by Miss Marie Treithborn swerved. Moran died instantly. Treithborn claimed Moran stepped into the path and was questioned by police.

Pedestrian Denver Moran Jamex Ao Ectamahis Misa Marie ‘Treithborn Ube Ealety Moran

Slaying of Celis Mexico Candidate Provokes Crisis

Dispatches from Tampico report the assassination of Aurelio Celis, president of the Tampico Anti-Reelectionist party, sparking a tense crisis. Anti-Reelectionists blame enemies of Celis. authorities detain Sigino Siginls Herman for questioning. Celis’s death is described as tied to a deadly act he helped provoke.

Celis Mexico Merico Citt Tampico Aurelio Cal Geis Felice Siginls Hermandex Sur Celie

Cyclones and wolf hunts stir Texas tales and dread

In a colorful recap, a writer catalogs cyclones causing odd debris and uprooted trees across towns from Luling to Starke and Hocksprings, while detailing the South Texas Wolf Hunters Association plans in Cotulla and Floresville figures. It notes local figures including district judge William O. Murray and various merchants.

South Texas Wolf Hunters’ Association Cotulla William O. Murray Floresville

Fall Stronger at Bribery Trial in Washington

Albert H. Fall appeared in District of Columbia Supreme Court amid health concerns as prosecutors press bribery charges linked to the Elk Hills oil lease to Edward L. Doheny. Finney testified about lease allocations while defense argued the lease decisions rested with Fall and questioned oil reserve issues.

Washington, D. C Colecdla Supreme Court EB. G. Floney Fitat Sasistast Loteriog Fall Finney Doheny Never Il Fal

Planes at Kelly Field Hold Historic Graduation Review

One hundred pilots soared over Kelly Field as a historic graduation review took place Saturday morning. Brig. Gen. Samuel D. Rockend sch and Brig. Gen. Frank P. Lahm led the event with Maj. James E. Chaney in the reviewing stand. Aerial maneuvers wowed spectators though clouds muted performances. Graduation addresses were delivered by Gen. Reck enbach and Gen. Labo with Major Chaney also speaking. Two graduates were named as honor guests for a Saturday banquet at the St. Anthony Hotel hosted by the local National Aeronautic Association chapter.

Kelly Field Samuel D. Rockendsch Frank P. Lahm Air Corps James E. Chaney Afx Reckenbach Labo Chaney Twe Guenin Kiven St. Anthony National Aeronautic Association

Man Given Death in Bank Holdup In 14th Century Tale

In Lamar a gang member from a bank robbery gang terrorising Hittle City on May 3 1428 was convicted of first degree murder with a death sentence. Two other gang members were shot during the bank holdup at the First National Bank, stealing $218 000.

Car 12 Days Old Stolen From Front of Auditorium

Alfred F. Kertice of 027 South Alamo Street reported to the sheriff Saturday that a new coupe he had purchased only 12 days ago was stolen from in front of the municipal auditorium. The vehicle was valued at about 200 dollars and carried license number 655-028.

Gener Alfred F. Kertice South Alamo Kerliek

Women Air Leapers Barred by Officials at ROOMEVELT FIELD

Parachute jumping by a 15 year old girl at ROOMEVELT FIELD led officials to bar further attempts after she reportedly leaped from 124 feet and fell 200 feet in a safety line. An inquiry into the loan of Arvita Trouner is noted.

Arvita Trouner

Ancient Earths Fate and Future Creature Visions Spark Curiosity

A British astronomer wonders about distant life and the future of humanity. He imagines a billion miles from Earth, speculates on long extinct species, and ponders what future beings might resemble as time shifts across epochs.

Pantages Trial Faces Court Recess as Defense Questions Usherette

In Los Angeles on Oct 12 the Pantages assault case paused for a weekend recess. The defense sought to undermine the Usherette Tillie Runes by alleging falsified statements and pressuring testimony, while Miss Hugp testified on delays between the dancer’s entry and her arrival at the office. The cross examination revealed alleged truth shifts and threats, ending with Hugp fainting in the corridor as court adjourned.

Los Angeles Attorners Alexander Pantages Hunice Pringle Tillie Runes Ace William Jobelman Pantages Roy Keene Pantages Theater Mies Hupeg Miss Pringle Joseph Ford Afiss Russo Weaeing & Watch W. J. Gilbert Eunicn Marie Lowell Tite Wan Fitts Mica Nusso Wnlil

Cumberland Urial Sunday Funeral Services

Funeral services for Gasthorne H. Cumberland 60 city sewer engineer who died of a heart attack Friday night will be held Sunday afternoon at his residence 1330 Highland Boulevard The Rev WW Cupere bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of West Texas will officiate under the direction of Community Masonic lodge No 1301 Cumberland is survived by his widow Mrs Florence Cumberland two daughters Emily Cumberland and Mrs R M Hebudder and a brother Alfret G Cumberland Interment will be in City Cemetery No

Gasthorne H. Cumberland Highland , Boulevard Cumberland Santa Reg T. Cupere Episcopal Diocese West ‘Texas Community

Mexican Pupils Seized and Made to Work by Police

Ot. 12. El Universal reports that all students at Milph Alt public school, south of Lake Xachimit 5 in the federal district, were rounded up by police. They were forced to work for 24 hours carrying money and then released the next day. No explanation was offered.

Harry Williams Luling Stawake St. Louis Eoneas Ealing Hocksprings Euss Cotulla Spain San Antonio Chub Poole Mexico City U— el Universal Today Milph Alt Lake Xachimit Federal District

Spain Marks Dia de la Raza Celebration

Spain observes Dia de la Raza with nationwide events honoring the Spanish-speaking communities and the heritage of the race. Officials and leaders join in ceremonies highlighting national history while families participate in cultural observances.

Spain

Radio listings and orchestras from a midcentury schedule

Central program guide lists NBC and CBS network hours with orchestras, dance bands, church services, and dramatic readings. Entries mention stations WEAF WABC WBAP WTMJ and others in New York Chicago Detroit Dallas and Cleveland, detailing times and program types across the day for music dance and religious segments.

Central Tee Joe Eed Orcheatra Morlea Orch WEAF New York NBO Chain Laingbout Renee i Beall Howel Celeerifiee Soprans Pea Iice Remacter Tindle Guild Ton Wuay Amos Tnt Andy iSb Porty-tive Tinnaut Piso Uncle Bon C Waller Wilson GM Bretance WSAG Chicago Topey Furry Ieian Saucer Amos Adern Parker Wiz Hwogere Ford Joma Herd and Glen Wade Minicapele-Br Paul Lso Dioner Eeaturer Yewr Fehentra Haart Wilcowes Cantral Archtatta Cone Se Ciana TBO VAUC Arena NBC Praraans Engin Epoltight Tiretnrie Menryte Magasing Balince Mart—relureery Pat Parnes Laney Chicseo Breen Clutla Brown Church Wharbu Ulonton Fao-Ordenings Sponta Arekentre Q—kundey Avid Bundy Ow Cleo WIZA Sara Duane Ance Oraan Colton Plokere Hove Woco Dinneapalis Brad-Church Grimton Haustrom Weaf Weae Simon

Soviet fliers to resume hop from Waterfall

Soviet aviators from Moscow and New York prepared to fly again after a forced landing near Waterfall on October 3. A new motor was sent after damage to the plane, with officials stating the Waterfall route is ready for further hops.

Seattle Buscowis New York Waterfall Iglene

Norman Trevor Ordered Committed to State Hospital

In Los Angeles on October 12 an order committing Norman Trevor, 45, actor, to the state hospital for the insane was filed. The order, signed by a superior court official yesterday after Horner, associate of the actor, filed an affidavit, cites Trevor's mental condition. Trevor’s nearest relative is his daughter Doria Trevor of New York City.

Los Angeles Norman Trevor State Hospital For Superior Court Horner Doria Trevor New York City

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