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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1929
Page
4
In Philadelphia Ort 19 report that Al Capone and Frank Cline, serving one year for concealed weapons, press habeas corpus to gain discharge. Courts set hearing to review their petitions as lawyers argue for leniency under sentence revisions and prison crowding, potentially ending terms earlier if allowed.
More than 300 members of the American Railroad Ticket Agents Association toured the valley after a two day aerlation in San Antonio. They arrived by Missouri Pacific train and were hosted with theaters, meals, and a dance at the Anthony hotel before departing. Visitors also toured Gallagher 20 miles west on the Bandera road. Notables W A Fall Atlante vice president and FE Hatton of Chicago noted San Antonio’s strong bid to host the 1930 meeting.
Funeral services for Delphine Kirkham aged 77 will be held in Cuero. She died Tuesday in Heights. She is survived by two sons, Dr. L D Kirkham of Houston and F Kirkham of San Antonio, and relatives including Mrs M Laurens Theo Martin and Mrs WA a of England. Mrs Kirkham Wimember of the Episcopal church native of Jerers.
Dallas plans a new office building to house large oil company operations. The project, designed by noted architect Frank Winchell and associated with Hale Davis, aims to consolidate several corporate offices at a central site. Groundbreaking is anticipated later this year with completion expected in 13 months.
A colonial era style society notice details a Mexican supper turned dinner dance at San Antonio country clubs and hotel gatherings. It lists Lt Col and Mrs Gardner hosting, Capt and Mrs Murphy entertaining, and multiple society figures from Fors Flayes Ohio to Denver attending events. The writeup references wedding plans, cards, and social rounds around Friday through Saturday with a focus on local engagements and post ceremonies.
A woman reports her purse stolen near Mary street and an alley area. She describes a suspect using a ride service and notes possible involvement of two individuals, with confusion over names and details. Police advised securing belongings and providing details for investigation.
Fragmented OCR recalls Dorothy Mackaill in Bright Lights and other silent stars like Firth Chatterton Skeets Gallagher and Marshall Neilan. Mentions actors, roles, production notes, and industry chatter from late 1920s film scene with references to Arson’s Company and studio names.
A Universal Service dispatch from Los Angeles highlights a speaker praising infantry as the decisive factor in modern warfare. The talk argues tanks and chemicals cannot replace disciplined infantry and urges maintaining a strong National Guard alongside active regulars.
Readings show a wide-range of church services across San Antonio and nearby streets with numerous parishes listing times for morning and evening worship. Many congregations note Sunday school at various start times, Epworth leagues, Bible classes, and midweek prayer meetings, while several churches provide details on location, pastors, and special midweek events.
A fingerprint expert arrived in San Antonio and flew to Fort Clark in a hurried mission after intense inquiries. The official sent he conducted fingerprint studies at the fort and then returned to Kelly Girl, with authorities coordinating the unusual visit.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a chaotic scene involving emergency responders and officials. Mentions a Chinese organization and a wireless company. Reports varied routes and unclear actions, with references to sending aid and a crowd reaction.
Two governors may attend a fair Monday morning as officials from DAL TANS and Enid prepare to greet regional leaders. The event involves Palms Ageionitors and a secretary general, with regional governors expected to participate in a formal greeting.
William King dies and burial plans are listed for Ennis though OCR errors obscure many details. The notice mentions relatives and ties to local figures, with unclear spellings and scattered place names.
A local store reported a robbery involving a gas heater valued at fifteen dollars. The incident disrupted operations as police pursue leads. investigators note the scene showed signs of forced entry and potential motive remains unclear. The owner cooperates with authorities to recover the item and identify the thief.
Fr Stuart Fitzpatrick and Interior Secretary Fee lipe Gaundes will lead a survey on Mexican immigration to the United States in San Antonio starting Monday. Nilepatrick will assess immigration law support for the chamber, while the Box bill seeks to tie Mexican migration to European baselines. Conley, visiting San Antonio on vacation, will inquire into exiles and Mexican deportations during the trip.
In a Friday afternoon hearing, Joby Fo Wot euler faces a fine after a dispute over a parwm y feed ended in assault. Defendants Merra Elvin Urosvinu and 2 VAo Frode face charges. Garza Nebrasyt and Dare testify. An appeal note was entered in the judges’ bench.
A social evening at Pilizabth Ann features Elizabeth and guests when a long distance call reveals a husband in the garage. The anecdote extols extending telephone service at home, noting added lines can double convenience, reduce mishaps, and cost less than upgrading equipment, urging readers to consult local providers.
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