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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1928
Page
1
Today By Arthur Brisbane reports a surge of racketeering and shootings in New York. The piece notes multiple gun victims, detective theories, and a nightclub dancer linked to the violence, implying a broader crime trend. The district attorney comments on the era’s lawlessness and danger in the city.
Fragmented OCR notes recount socialites Miss Texas Guinan and Mrs Augusta Stetson, a New York church founder, and a Zeppelin voyage. The column references early air travel, modern surgery, and dramatic quotes about science versus faith, trailing unverified anecdotes and page continuations.
A late night ambulance run ends in a multi-vehicle crash on Glarden and Enekherry streets injuring twenty one people. Driver D C Carinths and attendant Lentod are among those hurt. several others including Mrs He Ve Moeenport and Louise Tondo suffer cuts and bruises. Victims are being treated at area hospitals as authorities investigate the hit-and-run incident and subsequent hospitalizations.
Fragmented OCR notes list towns and dates for travel and weather watches. References appear to include Tempe, Texas, Chicago, New York, and other locations with scattered days and conditions. The text combines location names with vague forecast cues and event hints, lacking coherent narrative.
Sydney dispatch reports the transpacific Southern Cross battling headwinds after takeoff from Wellington New Zealand, flying at an altitude of 690 feet in challenging return conditions amid a weather-related delay.
Premier Venizelos said in an interview that Inga Mav commercial interests in Salonika have been definitively settled without compromising Creek sovereignty. The statement came amid Austrio tensions and follows ongoing discussions in Greece.
A Tarvin Huber company building leased by the rubber firm suffered a major fire causing about 800000 in damage. Investigations and firefighting efforts focused on the blaze and its impact on the factory, with authorities stating a loss near eight hundred thousand dollars.
In Iowa during October a state event shows a lean year for snipe shooters with reported participation and stubs far below prior totals. The annual convention coverage notes lower turnout and reduced activity across clubs and gatherings.
A New York police officer was arrested on a murder charge in the fatal shooting of cafe porter William Henry in a Brooklyn area room next to a tavern. The victim was struck in the chest and thigh during a confrontation with Officer Falward Veer and others. Investigators named witnesses Higgins Cohen and Cohen as persons involved in the incident.
A morning collision on the Thirminghan-Reistel line in England left seven dead and many injured. A freight train and an express reportedly collided on a double-track section, derailing several cars. An additional train on a parallel line reportedly struck wreckage, worsening casualties as rescue teams arrived. The exact location and full casualty figures remain incomplete.
A garbled report notes an incident in Louisiana involving items found in an old safe. It references officials, archives, and a railroad context with mentions of Fond, Central station, and mysterious relics unearthed in a crusty oil matter.
A deformed dispatch notes the first portions of a new British naval dock reaching the Straits area after a four month voyage from England. The ship completes a journey of about 200 miles and is described as a key element for the naval base at the straits.
In Detroit a deadly shooting erupted during a Marchers Parade. Two men were killed as the crowd milled in the route and a clash over a disturbance escalated into gunfire. Officials launched an investigation.
In Denver on October 12 a fireman was killed when trucks collided during a night drill. Other firefighters were injured as crews battled a stubborn blaze at a local station, officials said.
A damaged clip reports William Edward Wicknan confessing to the murder of Marion Parker while awaiting execution at San Quentin. The letter, witnessed by police, asks clemency and urges no violence, with references to prison timing and a request to publish the confession to ease public concern.
Wanatachie Oklahoma Oc 13 4F This city and vicinity was being searched for a brace of Don Frenchy J4 son of Mr. and Mrs G A French who disappeared last night and are feared lost by locals police and residents
Cotton futures opened steady in New Orleans trading with new prices noted for several delivery months including January and March 1869. The report lists values such as 18,69 and 18,810 along with later months like October and December, reflecting a cautious start for the season.
An armed farmer surrendered to La officers following a fatal shooting near Mundray, with authorities naming the victim and outlining the ongoing investigation into the incident and motives.
A composite photo depicts the Graf Zeppelin gliding above turbulent Atlantic waters. The air liner’s massive size keeps passengers serene despite tossing waves, with little risk of air sickness.
Dispatch reports insurgents in Mexico City killed a U S citizen named Charles Smith. The article notes Smith was seized near Ara Suva Vis and later killed by units led by insurgents under a commander named Durge Sboera and Payne. Authorities say pursuers are active in Mae ine wuergealsy.
In Magdalena Sur nota Mexico the stabbing of a noted editor triggered a swift police response and the arrest of several city officials or associates. The incident followed by authorities reports the editor was seriously wounded in the attack and political tensions rose as martial law measures were referenced by officials.
J T Olieto, 44, of 104 Menchaea street, showed fatigue after walking and sat at a rocking chair on a residence front porch in the 300 block of Ihiiz street. A family misread his intent and a shotgun was waved. Officer William Waltersdorf placed him under arrest and charged him with intoxication.
A joint University of Ventesylvani and Hint ist minicurt expedition unearths ancient necheulogies and priceless relics at Ur of the Chatitres site on Queen Awb Ad. The find includes storied gohan hort trees said to be inherited from a famed lineage.
By K H Von Wiegand a report from a Zeppelin position near the Maderig Islands. The message says 30 miles from the Maderig Islands at 1400 feet heading toward New York. Weather is good, airmail dropped over the sea, and a note mentions continuing coverage on Page 2.
Reports from Lakehurst indicate the dirigible Graf Zeppelin aims for a trans Atlantic crossing with twenty passengers aboard. Weather dictated a southerly course toward the Azores, with airship progress toward Bermuda and the African coast. Commander Eckener plans a later approach to complete the voyage, after hours of favorable sea and wind conditions and a stop at Marella.
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