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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1929
Page
3
The Science of Life by H G Wells begins Monday on The Light Editorial Page. A monumental presentation in simple prose traces life from infinitesimal beginnings to modern civilization and science, offering a concise liberal education in a day by day story of life’s progress.
Westmoorland College eyed for four year coeducational status under West Texas Methodist conference plan. Committee of 17 chaired by Judge Henry Jackson proposes endowment drive of 300000 dollars and new trustees G Bascom Wade and Mrs Herry Togers. Conference reports indicate solid progress in district church finances and a street extension project in Losagna from Commerce to Market Street began, expected to take months.
The Twelfth Field Artillery plans a spontaneous horse show jumping rendezvous at Fort Sam Houston Saturday afternoon. Events begin at 2 o'clock in the division horse show ring at Ar gone Heights. Organizations of the Second Division and Fort Sam Houston were invited to participate.
A dairymen committee met Mayor OC M. Chambers Friday to urge the city keep Bob Still as milk inspector. They cited a department report and proposed firing four or five employees by November 1. Chambers said Still had not been fired and he did not know who would stay or go.
Fritz Mercur and Gilbert Hall, nationally recognized, will meet in a singles match at 4 o clock Friday afternoon on the Los Angeles country club courts. They also plan a rematch Saturday and team to play doubles against a local jury of opponents. More players traveled from El Paso Friday morning to participate in a regional tournament.
A U S Cotton Specialist position with the Bureau of Agricultural Economies in the Department of Agriculture offers a salary of 460 to 185 dollars annually. Applications must be on file at the War Service Commission in Washington no later than November 0.
Oto A Pigilter announces appointing faculty sponsors for many school clubs at Chie fis Junior. Names listed include Miss E Buse as sponsor of Stump club and Mrs A Gri M Ga for Glee club, with several others such as Miss So leardanil W Sebold for Girl Reserves and Mrs J Vine for Archery.
Harry A Sharpe, Brooks field soldier, pled guilty to striking a Chinese civilian at a garage on Treesa street. He was fined by a Justice of the Peace and faces possible discharge without honor as military officials consider civil punishment. The decision, announced at the field Friday, follows reports of an insulting remark and the civil nature of the offense after the Army’s review.
A five day convention of the American Tide association concluded with a large turnout, delegations from multiple cities, and a controversial session on title insurance and oil leases. Ninety fourth district grand jury adjourned without no bills, leaving several attendees facing murder charges while others remain free trial status.
The National Council of Congregational Churches proposed a merger plan with the General Convention of the Christian Church. President Frank G. Coffin indicated tentative approval to discussions among members, with a formal vote pending. The plan envisions a union under a General Council, inviting other evangelical bodies to join, pending steps and provisions.
A proposed ordinance to regulate real estate activities in San Antonio and set licensing terms will be discussed at a open meeting November 5. Mayor M. Charliers announced the plan after a committee of real estate agents appealed to the city. Agents voiced dissatisfaction with the plan, urging class legislation and asking for the move to be reconsidered. The meeting’s outcome will be sent to the city attorney for a legal opinion.
Moorfield Storey, noted writer and civic advocate, died yesterday at 84. He led national and state literary and humanitarian efforts and served as president of a major association. His career spanned civic, state, and national penmanship and publication circles.
WASITSTON DG reports the senate voted to raise the tariff on cellulose sheets used in manufacturing safety glass for windshields. The move increases costs for makers and could affect prices and supply dynamics across the industry.
Promoter Arthur Sutlovfield, acting under the prohibition commissioner, faced a shooting incident during an attempted arrest in Deshne enuity. Wires reported detainment attempts and enforcement actions with few additional witnesses.
The International Photo-Engravers Union of North America seeks a five day work week. Union president Volz says a new agreement will set a 40 hour week effective next year. They and members aim to shorten monthly schedules and implement the change smoothly.
Case to decide whether $1500 deeds were made in good faith or with the object of defrauding creditors as in content here today, before the court of Indiana Tenlon ene.
A child died after a backflash burn from a toy pistol in CTHCABO. The incident involved thumb burns and was noted in local reports as occurring in September. Authorities and family were alerted as details emerged about the accident and preliminary findings.
An orderly figure named Klorence Saxo connected to Unlace glayers has been issued a minceinge Weenge but remains silent about wedding Unie. The fragmentary wording leaves the outcome and exact relationships unclear.
A San Antonio man J and Busch plans to marry Gene Lewis Company actress. Details mention October 24 and a church ceremony in Comal County with Judge A Lahwag presiding. Reports describe the couple and the fiancé’s reaction, while local society observers note public interest in the wedding.
Maxim Gorky, famed Russian writer, arrived in Italy today after months abroad. At Milan station a crowd of officials and admirers gathered as the ailing author prepared to depart for continued treatment and rest abroad.
A public open house marks new arrivals at Thackenridge Park Zoo while the Zoological Society leads a formal pre event. Bears and monkey groups arrive after recent purchases and gifts, with planned tours, labs, and demonstrations during a Sunday afternoon welcome.
An OCR fragment from a air testing report notes a 450-pound prototype plane at WLS Ont 29. The craft reportedly reduced wind resistance with wing position and renewed soil influence. A 10 horsepower motor powered a propeller behind the engine, while wing wires and attached devices reportedly acted as brakes during test maneuvers.
Authorities in Spain confirm an ongoing paralysis epidemic with few new cases and continue strict measures to prevent spread. Officials deny any dust or fever connections and urge adherence to health directives.
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