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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 16, 1929

Page

3

Grand Jury Indicts Pantages First Witness Perjury Hints

Los Angeles October 14 District Attorney Baron Fitts prepared to present to a special grand jury evidence that defense witness Garland Paffle had committed perjury during the Alexander Pantages trial. Paffle testified yesterday in a confrontation that included Biffle a former Arkansas lawyer, and the exchange raised questions about the frameup claims tied to Eunice Pringle and others. The hearing followed adjournment of court late yesterday as Biffle was taken into custody on perjury charges.

Los Angeles Alexander Pantages O Axning Baron Filta Garland Paffle Himeerr Re Biffle Arkansac von Erte Yenterday Ay Universal Service Garand Biffle Arkanangs California Alesander Pantages AC Intacy Varon Fitts Biffle Lestinony Diewctiy Paniayna Pringle Miss Wringle Bille Puntages Eunice Rot Glonr Nick Duvier Rossini Plaswright Pantages Torr Fitth Huron Ea- Arkansas Wf. Ford Arma Hradley Burgess Eddie Bing Lilie Hare Thealty Titta Nee Goth Aude Fricke Hiffle Xece Woof Gilbert Sores Girsle Ed Filla Judge Bricks Fank Fricke Sige Folking Mugler Kitts

Witnesses Testify in Mysterious Case at San Francisco Building

Police chemist Rex Welch identifies two women from photographs amid a tension filled afternoon at the Pantages building. Eunice Dunne and a darkly dressed companion are described as entering the lobby while jurors and defense witnesses describe overheard remarks. Dr Hannah Beatty later testifies about Bunce Pringle's medical exam and potential alterations after alleged accusations.

Nujol Ad Boosts Mr Myers’s Sales by Sixty Percent

A Baltimore salesman recounts how a doctor advised Najol a simple, harmless lubricant to cleanse the system. He claims his efficiency and business rose about 60 percent after using it, and urges readers to buy Najol at a local drug store.

R. F. Myers Rosedale Street Baltimore Mr Myers Hare

City Central Bank Adopts Dial Phone System

City Central Bank will rely on dial telephones with a full city switchboard rollout. The Bell Telephone Company marks the move, with complete installation projected within a year. Next sites to receive phones include the central police station, which already has equipment shipped for installation within 60 days.

Vere Fiie Bildinge San Antonio Harre Marty Bell ‘Telephone Mle Central Police Station Martyn

Fake Charged By Borglun Continues On Mountain Trial

Fragmented courtroom testimony shows defense claiming indictments are a politically motivated set of attempts to intimidate witnesses. The dialogue centers on alleged fabrications, press coverage, and threats against jurors as the trial unfolds amid mounting public interest in the Stone Mountain case.

Leased Oil Contract Details At Center Of Inquiry

Oct 16 Wailing N D C A L Eisen Buin testified that Al Jwrt Pall let interior officials know 210 Fim oil Jenses could be obtained without his sign off. Pearl Hackor and Hille-Pearl Flavor Payers allegedly sent to Pall at a New Mexico ranch. The Teapot Dome award arose as bids opened before contract signing.

Wailing N. D.C Cai Lester Buin al- Jwrt Interior Department Vic Pearl Harbor Nin Bain Tall Jin Pall Hall W. Aimbrone Loire OM Company Bartlesville Okla Firmerie Chigl Petroleum Division Bureau of Mines Hein Dpearl

Elephant 16 Shot to Death at Corsicana Circus

A 16 000 pound elephant named Black Diamond killed a spectator Mrs Ben Jomdin of Vlorsienns and injured trainer I T Prickett at Corsicana on Saturday. Officials sentenced the animal to death after the incident noting previous calmness and considering methods of execution.

Carsivana Black Diamond Ben Jom Din Vlorsienns IT. D. Prickett Corsicana

Business Men Plan Bids Against County Incumbents

San Antonio business leaders form an opposition ticket to unseat courthouse incumbents led by B J Altgelt a prominent real estate dealer Altgelt says the aim is a full ticket from top to bottom after meetings with county commissioners opposing courthouse Wing removal and a Main Avenue extension plan organization will begin soon with downtown businessmen backing the effort

San Antonio Duce Business Co B. J Altgelt Nnl Uowntown Aligelt Court House Altgelt Andi

Disjointed Drunkenness Case In Local Court

A garbled report notes repeated drinking incidents leading to a post loss, fines, and a court appearance. It mentions Will Bicks, Tudge Watson, and Dave Walsey with unclear actions and a vague reference to a corporation court case and a safety concern.

Dave Walsey Tudge Watson

Bill Davis Named to Replace Hocker in Prosecution Office

Attorney Bil Vagiy announces Bill Davis will replace Sam Hocker as head of prosecutions. Hocker, a former griveetter in Corporati coud, is removed as Mayor Go xt Shamburs confirms the move. Davis takes effect October 1.

Bil Vagiy Sam Hocker Griveetter Corporati Coud Go Xt Shamburs Hocker Chaiege Davis

Delayed Making of 9 A Pictures at Several Parks

Weather delays a 9 A pictures project. Filming moved from Roosevelt Park to Wallingford and other sites. Children’s shots were scheduled at Panekridge Park and Hariin School. The Creater Majestic screen will feature this week’s progress with plans for next week.

Ieaver Maceson Elite UW Aerocis Lyny Rewnsevele Ark Wire Lainy Park Wosilwon Park Chitleen Panekenridge Park Wallin

City Flood Work Debate Prompts City Action

City officials clash over river flood controls and street realignment along the Titre banks. Altgelt and others push for a new channel and street cuts at cost to protect property, while opponents warn of impractical expenses and seek careful planning. Women are noted as a driving factor in river work.

Sterflee Fogler Paw Me Sterflee Altgelt Syith Brothers Wievila Altgall Altgylt Chri Guller

Cavewoman Stuff Brings Fine for Angered Mother

A fragmented report notes a case involving Mrs Velarde and her daughter in an incident tied to a local dispute. The account mentions fines and accusations across a scene at a Potomac area location, with witnesses describing behavior and actions leading to a court hearing.

Radium Institute Grant Dominates Warsaw Fund Talk

Report discusses a 50 000 grant for radiuns funded by American women to establish the Radium Institute in Warsaw. The piece contrasts this with broader energy questions and speculative solar power ideas, noting public interest in new scientific ventures and the role of women in funding. The text references luminescent research, global ambitions, and critique of wartime industrial secrecy.

Sashimi Gurie Nmmes Fiere Warsaw Rocketttler Ford Scretary Mellon George Unker

Fund for Accused Man McPherson Aids Defense in Virginia

Funds are being raised to help Robert A. McPherson, accused of killing his wife in Virginia. He lacks resources and support as friends rally to assist his defense. initial reports suggested the death might have been a suicide.

Robert A. McPherson Virginia

Desert May Veil Bodie Cult Case Heard In Court

A cryptic tale from the desert cult scene unfolds as a photographer linked to the group is charged with theft. The case notes reveal six new points alleged by investigators, with key figures named and the diary of a conspirator cited amid uncertain evidence.

Los Angeles Calif Tenth Valley Serena Cain Wervist Stumvies Groves S Riley Lu Cale

-Beverly Wls Cat Meever Fails Noble Prize Appeal

Will Rogers critiques the ineligible contestant in a national sporting event. The piece argues restraint and propriety by public figures, praising upright behavior and warning corrupt headline towns against noncompliance.

Beverly Wls. Cat Meever Republicai Kalilonns Villes Will Rogers

School Board Plans New Construction at Several Elementary Campuses

The school board approved preliminary plans to expand and build at multiple elementary sites including Woodlawn West Magnolia Zara, Asden Leal Twentieth, and Barclay. Projects list 16 rooms plus cafeterias and assemblies with estimated costs around 93,000 to 80,200 dollars, plus other campuses like Riverside Park and Howle awaiting funding decisions and potential additions.

Woodlawn School West Magnolia Zaraaovern Dod Asden School Leal Twentieth Bluebonnet Sehool Ntgrova Werowibsust SGU Norton Soule 2 Knosevelt Boulevard Sutron Buncon

Woman 72 Found Unconscious on Street

A 72 year old woman was found unconscious on a street and taken to Rahork Dr. Green hospital for recovery. The scene was at Bien Marvos and Commerce streets with no clear cause or manner of injury. investigators could not determine if it was a blunt impact or hit-and-run incident.

Rahork Dr. Green Hospital Candelaria Gomex Kak Street Bae Bien Marvos Comimerce

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