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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 20, 1928

Page

3

Inventory Expert Ends Five Days of Testimony in Phone Trial

City Attorney protests as witness Chile testifies amid heated cross examination in a case against a telephone company. The trial centers on charges related to city supervision and the pricing of telephone services for the new city hall project.

Iin Chile Euted Hin Ootneys Cuffin Bor Uchig Uci Kridny Ntley Dallas Fulloving Ie Cils Wow Chien Cwingiing Itachi Choueu- Atlee Alzortion Tobis

Letter That Flew the Atlantic

A letter sent from Germany aboard the Graf Zeppelin is printed as a greeting from Mr. and Mrs. Henry Boerner of San Antonio to friends in The Light. The note notes the stamp’s growing value and the dramatic transatlantic passage.

Germany Zeppelin Henry Boerner San Antonians Europe

Cotton markets slip as prices drop in New Orleans trade

Market activity in New Orleans shows cotton prices weakening as the week opens with signs of decline. Traders report lower demand and adjustments after a period of volatility, with continued pressure from foreign exchange movements and ongoing market uncertainty.

New Orleans Colon Althwash TNA Devels Ueen Leurhe Qwarket Wielows Wueruie Wits

London Lifts Hope On Flier Contract News

London officials voiced hope amid delaying news as Western Electric and McKensie Construction faced a costly bid. The city weighs contingencies and appraisal figures tied to the Mission exchange and a San Antonio telephone plant project.

Western Electric Company Closou Seumzhe Dsho Snell Delack Dallas McKensie Construction Telephone Company Willa F. Blonw Chienza Couxultins Engierr San Antonio

Birthday Listings Include Local Residents

A list of local names and addresses appears for October 20 birthday notices. Residents mentioned include Vrendl Fries, G Bomba, Douglas Ting, Mrs Julius Wenvett, A E Burger, and others at various streets in the area.

Vrendl Fries Alamosa Street G. Bomba Careolt Mary Zepeh Alti West Travis Steed Glo Landrum the Lath Direed

Couple end life together amid rising hardships

In Vienna a distressed elderly couple facing poverty and rising prices resolved to die together. They prepared poison in a small room, hoping to escape privation and the deteriorating state of government pensions and unemployment aid.

Vienna Gel Daron Arilve Aosen Heath

Couple kills hotel sleuth in tower lobby

Samy Bickley, a house detective, was shot dead late last night at the Tefforzon hotel entrance as a group of six or so assailants in a car drove off. A bellboy was left to select the target before the shooting, betraying a hasty escape plan and a muffled confrontation near the lobby.

Columbia G. Bel

Police Answer Call To Help Girl In Chicago

Chaotic Chicago report details a late night incident where Marie Santora called for help as a girl screamed Wollie while passing by a public area. Officers arrested Hatchew amid rumors of a secret path and disordered crowds. The piece mentions Gov Alfred Ui. Broil and a long sequence of unclear events surrounding the armory and electro headquarters.

Chicago Moran Scatt Marie Santora Nelther Wanslin Che Marie Aina Marel Alfred Ui. Broil Wan Do

Zeppelin Delivers German Letter to 3 A Light

A garbled report notes a Zeppelin bearing a letter to 3 A Light from Germany. It mentions Mr and Mrs Henry Boerner of 326 Kine William, greetings from the couple on a Germainy trip, and references to the Grat Zeppelin group.

Mfr Henry Boerner William Silvet Germainy Oupelia Germany Nut Hoerner Albert Stevrs Sry Miitel

Grandson Killings Shock New York Family Tragedy

In a grim New York household a grandmother fatally harmed her grandson and another child after a dispute over care. The scene occurred in the garden of a residence as Mrs Mam Sey and her two children awaited a verdict from a judge. Police and editors report a tense, shocking domestic incident with family tensions and a fatal outcome.

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Chute Jumps Filmed At Poorly Documented Event

Film footage captured a series of chute jumps and athletic stunts amid a chaotic scene involving multiple athletes, officials, and spectators. The report notes slow motion spins, a jump from a five‑story balcony, and fragments of training routines, with references to Davis Cup implications and a broader athletics program.

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Wiseman Funeral Held for William A Wise 55

Funeral services were held Saturday for William A Wise 55 who died at a hospital Friday. He was a resident of Brownsville and is survived by his widow mother and sister in Texas and Ohio. Pallbearers included William Neunhoffer J C Theldwin and others.

Hell Saturvar William A. Wisemin San Anetoni Ornalin Valle William Neunhoffer J. C. Theldwin Fal Gf. Lawrence Tom Counce Falwat Needham Lone Ty Jacobs

Walsh Scores in Senate Amid Harsh Fire on Purchase

The report notes Walsh defending a measure amid strong opposition over a contract related to a purchase. It cites a controversy involving senators and the interior department, mentioning secretary Josal and Works Pile, with dispute over validity and implications for a provider named LeLare and a broader political stake.

J. Waleli Walsh Senaty Niu de Josal

Furious Gale Ravages England in Coastal Storm

A powerful gale sweeps England causing travel disruption and property damage along the coast. Wind speeds are reported near forty miles per hour, with coastal communities bracing for continued rough seas and potential power outages into the evening. Local authorities urge residents to stay indoors and secure loose items.

Remember When in Antion.. Public water service era

Fragmented memoir notes recount a past public water service, civic figures, and a trip from San Antonio to Los Angeles. The piece reflects nostalgia for a bygone era and compares cities then and now, mentioning elections, fires, and a preference for a better city life.

Antonie Bee Dave Fone Unik Tak Ae Dei Lee Wernytley San Antonio Rotor Aelwol Toy Angeles Ban Aiton Ak Arger Los Mie

Water feed plan targets legal actions amid industry shift

A fragmented report outlines a water feed project linked to HL Sy ti and Midas with Oz Melly under scrutiny. Officials cite assembling requirements and a push to implement a Legian era framework, detailing steps ahead and potential consequences for involved parties.

Midas

Recovery of Mise Lone Sullivan as Platowia in City

Mise Lone Sullivan listed as Platowia and recovering after a recent illness. She is visiting her sister Mie, who is caring for her in the city during recovery.

Mise Lone Sullivan Platowia Olerithou Ul Emule da Reeuverate Mie Auik Fits Vy ‘Therntow

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