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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 20, 1928

Page

2

Governor Al Smith closes campaign in western states

Governor Al Smith ends his national drive in the West, accusing Republicans of oil lease favors to Sinclair interests and urging voters to reject the status quo. He plans New York and Ohio stops, with a Indy visit to Indianapolis and a hospital stop for Tom Taggart’s Democratic organization.

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Electoral vote notes show states and party concessions

The document lists electoral votes by state with percentages and numbers, noting no polls in Arkansas and Louisiana. It mentions Republicans conceding votes to Democrats, with references to Hoover and a large total across multiple states.

Arkansas Louisiana

Wehcan speaks on farm relief amid heated exchange

In a 1925 campaign moment the speaker mockingly cited Senator Borah and defended Herbert Hoover while Governor Smith labeled Hoover a lawbreaker. The exchange touched on farm relief policies, constitutional doubts, and criticisms of administration.

Will Rogers Survives Air Mail Run Through Storms

New York on a rainy day a letter recounts a perilous air mail flight to Cleveland. Will Rogers credits the pilot for skill and luck after they endured low ceilings engine trouble and dangerous headwinds as he hoped the pilot’s luck and the boss’s aircraft would carry them home to California.

New York Air Mail California Cleveland Toppie Will Rogers

Unclear page note mentions leaders and unrest

Fragmentary text references a king ordering executions, civil war resentments, and political figures like Governor Smith. Scattered names imply wartime hardship and social upheaval, with vague notes on evacuation, hunger, and public events.

Health tests for families urged by local medical auxiliary

The Bexar County Medical Auxiliary endorses a program by the Medical Auxiliary of Texas to stress health examinations for every family member. The meeting featured Mrs. Tenry BT. Worth as principal speaker, outlining the statewide plan. Other speakers included Dr Wi A. Ri and leaders from Harris County Auxiliary and women’s clubs.

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Kentucky Honors First Slain Soldier Dedication Day

In Galhoun Kentucky residents paused to honor the first American soldier killed in action in France James Wether Greshamin memory. The new handsome bridge spanning the Green River in McLean County was ready for dedication that afternoon.

Kentucky Galhoun France James Wether Gresham Green River McLean County

Atheist Hunger Strike Report From Arkansas Jail

Charley Smith, resident of the American Spendalion for Advance Trent of Atheism, entered a third day of hunger strike in the city jail. He protests alleged mistreatment and calls for court action to address his grievances against atheists.

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Trial of Obregon Slayer Approaches

Mexico City October 20 The trial of Jose de Leon-Tora and Mother Concepcion on charges connected with the assassination of President Obregon is expected to begin soon possibly by early November. The case centers on alleged involvement in the planning and execution of the crime and involves notable political figures and religious associates.

Obregon Mexico City Jose de Leon-Tora Concepcion

League of Nations analysis on mandates and war

A London dispatch reviews League of Nations duties amid mandates and imperial powers. It argues the need for honest reporting at Geneva, explains how mandates could spark responsibility, and weighs Kellogg and Locarno agreements as steps toward limiting war while preserving international cooperation.

Spotlight on Mary Anns Career in Ney theater world

The stage season opens with Mary Anns Career a two act play presented by Sir Gerant Dramatic elab under the Hiterlion at Ney. B J Krieger leads a weekend run Sunday and Monday evenings Oct 28 and 29 at Short Gerant cudl torium. The Galapagos lubiles arriving from New Yard Bare gidned atl per vent in four months, Cal. dt. 1. Grine wing weighs them again Friday, and they are Welgis every month. The annual banquet of tg Uru fine Alumante association is set for Sunday Oct 21 with Miss Esther Tavis as president. The Tatheran Brotherhoad of the Wighind Bark Latentebieoh meets Thursday at Sopra on South Mockberry Streets. St Josephs Academy Alumni association hosts a card and bingo party at St Josephs ball Oct 24. Mr and Mrs Tog Kearns return from Europe before Christmas. Rabbi Epheaimy Frisch spent Friday at Tanston and attended the Bnai rith lodge. Mrs T Yiamis and daughter visiting MtAten. Ned Fyans of the Dollis News was in town. Eugene J Hermaniles auxiliary No. 2 hosts a honed party at elf hall 215 West Commerce at 7:30 pm Mon Oct 32. The Mothers First of At Mar academy hosts a Lark Supper at the academy on Cartege street from 6 to 7.30 pm. Mrs Te S Toft ill at Santa Rosa infirmary, returns home. Mrs Abraham Tongle returns from Fort Worth. Williams conducts several meetings of Bremonel. Meating of visiting iris in city over weekend. KD Madaes of Sweetwater not one that cannot be, war talk cited.

German Polish Rift Ends In Temporary Swar of Trade Talks

A brief report notes a temporary rift between Germany and Poland over negotiations for a trade treaty. The German delegation recalls from Warsaw citing unsettled terms and the matter remains unresolved as both sides seek a way forward.

Germany Warsaw

Miners and Iron Workers Clash at Wilkesbarre Mine

In Wilkesbarre Pennsylvania miners and iron workers clashed at Lehigh No 41 mine near Plymouth. One man shot in the right, another badly beaten. state militia and county selectives intervened after a day of disturbances. Minor injuries reported among factions.

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Funeral Plans Details For Farmer Killed In Tiller Accident

In Amatnglo Tez Ort, funeral arrangements are being completed for a farmer killed when a disco tiller toppled during field work. Local officials and family members are expected to attend as investigators review the scene.

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Tally's Trial Near Hands of Jury

The case of Joe Tally, Kanes county rancher, on trial in Ninety-fourth District court for the slaying of Frank Hall continued with rebuttal testimony. L. Hall and B. W. Williams of Warnes City testified to events around a past poker game near Kenedy. The defense argued, while witnesses claimed Tally fired five shots after Hall allegedly drew a weapon, with Williams’ testimony mirroring Tally’s.

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Theater Blaze Destroys AUROIA Building Worth 1 Million

A theater building in AUROIA was destroyed by a fire today causing an estimated loss of 1,000,000 dollars. The three story structure housed six stores and numerous alleys adjacent to the theater, with investigators assessing the scene for the cause.

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Suspect Held in Theft of Bonds in Indiana

Michigan City Ind Oct 20 Edward J Sweeney of Lou Beard Ind was arrested and held for Chicago authorities as a suspect in handling thousands of dollars of stolen bonds involving a theft case.

Michigan City Ind Edward J. Sweeney Lou Beard Chicago

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