Prisoner foiled in jail escape using improvised saw
In Bexar County Jail a prisoner attempted an escape at 12 o clock Wednesday night by sawing a window bar with a crude steel wire and wood tool. Guard Otto Arnold, the night keeper, discovered the inmate after another bar nearly detached. Investigation uncovered hidden chemistry and a partial runway escape plan, marking the first attempted breakout in 42 years.
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Rexip
Otto Arnold
Bastile
Conyfer
Arnold
Here and There by Telegraph Timeworn Local Jumbles
A string of brief telegraph items from Louisville to Waco and Portland notes a thief exchanging shoes, plans for a floating museum, a rifle seized in New York, refunds to Confederate Veterans contributors, a grand jury indictment record, a weather shift in Austin, and a donation to an orphanage in Waco. Names include Lowry, Benjamin F. Packard, Royal A. Ferris, and organizations such as the Maritime Shipping Exchange. The spoofed items convey quirky, disparate news across multiple locales.
Union Court Rejects Plan Fates Mitchel's To Gary
Page one report on Union Court rejecting a plan connected to Mitchel's case. Rev Sam Barcus delivered an address. conference pulpit supply named. Shackford of Nashville spoke on Sunday school growth. Election of officers and committee appointments follow. Justice and military court details recounted with Presidential Court discussion and officer roles.
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Nashville
Denn
J. Storing Fisher
Gaston Hatsfield
J. Fisher Simpson
C. EK
Wheat
Austin
R. F. Curl
J.C. Wiley
Grass Cirl Cured Will Be Home Soon
Airs he glad refrain I am coming Loma A happy home coming it will be for the little home that's waiting for her honey for the generous one who paid the money that sent Minami dying to be cured Wappiest of all for finale for she's returning back to claim her share of life hopes and pleasure he will be the look we’ve long awaited per the return of Barry Antonio’s dollar and support
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Loma
Barry Antonio
Assault at Comal and Finena Visita Streets
A Black woman, Chriathie Whitt, was assaulted at the Comal and Finena Visita intersection by two drunken white men. She could not identify them and was unable to recall details after the Wednesday night incident. Police were alerted to the scene.
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Chriathie Whitt
Negrest
Comal Atroet
Draukén
Sien
Comal
Finena
Polide
Thng
Retail grocerymen plan association meeting highlights
In San Antonio a meeting of wholesalers and manufacturers showcased standard canned products and their food value. A two reel moving picture demonstrated the journey from planting to shipment, while safety and market supply were emphasized for growers and retailers.
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Hana
Grocere
San Antonio
Toalle Moore
Walker-Moore
Officer Loses Goat in Odd Night Toll
Police response unfolds after a man claims his goat was taken while another keeps a different goat. Onlookers explain the scene. both goats caused a chaotic disturbance as residents sought to sleep. The incident centers on a noisy, stray animal dispute prompting police involvement.
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Polley
McKaughit
McKaughs
Bilon
Peavey
Election Contests Highlight Past Worthy Grand Patron Death
The San Antonio convention opened with a silent prayer after announcing the death of Past Worthy Grand Patron Ty As Heir of San Antonio. A banquet at St Mary’s Cathedral preceded a cabaret program featuring Ed Bradford’s orchestra and a Mexican ensemble broadcast on WCAR. Mrs Voulrie and Miss House Leap performed as part of the evening's program.
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San Antonio
Ed Bradford
WCAR
Buyer
Southern Tay Dip Corporation
Texas
Sears
Driver Fined Five For Not Stopping After Crash
A driver who failed to stop after a collision on Paradise and St Marys Street Thursday morning faced a $5 fine plus costs. Deputy Sheriff John Subira and former city policeman A F Hoffman pursued the other vehicle, which boasted only a crippled fender while the other car sped away. The negro driver of the larger car paid a $5 fine and costs for reckless driving.
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St. Mary's Street
Carrie
Inna
John Subira
A. F. Hoffman
Eity
Ile Ble
Pala
Costa Ta Tuatics
Penen Geniskon
City employees pledge to Chest drive in November
City officials and employees will contribute from November salaries to the Community Chest campaign. Mayor Gobin directed commissioners to ask each employee to give his share, aiming to channel about $1585 from the September city payroll of $158,500.42 to the Chest if all participate. The drive runs November 1 to 14 with a $462,600 goal. Approximately TOG workers will canvass residential and downtown areas for funds to aid four East Antonia charities next year.
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Hiete
John W. Gobin
Tharedey
Paul Scheffler
Hig
Wah
Louis Heuerman
Steffler
Iettera
East Antonia
Otfnry
Steffisz
Sheffield's Interview Ban Shocks Diplomatic Circles
Mexico City, Oct. 29. Amassa dor Sheffield has not met President Galles since his return from the United States, despite requesting no interview days ago. The unusual delay fuels speculation and diplomatic tension.
Gorspendench Madrid Dispatch Reports Auction Price
Fragmentary dispatch from Madrid indicates American collectors bid for Columbus and Ferdinand artifacts or items valued at about $215,000. The spelling is uncertain, but the note mentions Belk or Tenbelk names in the buying interest.
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Aly
Gorrspondench
Madrid
Bkpathis
Correspondencs
Columbus
Verdinand
Tenbelk
Ondale
Knight of the Round Table Mentioned in Rumored Gleanings
A fragmentary note from a historical column appears to reference King Arthur era titles and a rumored Knight of the Round Table. The unreadable text suggests a discussion of courtly honor and chivalric ranks with unclear attribution and dated language.
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Jignor
Noverton
Tondon
Houghton
Hoavevary
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Dickey
Juntin
Dentity
Louisville
Lowry
Washington, D.C
Maine
Portland
New York
Remund
Dallas
United Confederate Veterans
Earedg
IPI
Ibanher
Waco
Olé
Crén Gasteam
the Gasteam Radiator Co
Vallance Ar. Distela Sales
Exch
Clow Gasteam
James B. Clow & Sons
Chicago
Mitchel
Togary
West Texas
Beoville
D. A. Barber
Stanley Taver
Trowneville
K. L. Aymor
U. Crow
Guero
Paul Evans
HP Bishop
Bertville— Foerster
A. St Vetter
Lampnens
J.G. Timmons
C.E. Marshall
San Angelico
L. A
Willian I. Hankin
Uvalde
W D. Williamson
A. Foster
Westmoorland
Laurel Heights
Women's Missionary Societies
F. AT. Coleman
Westmoorland College
McFarlin
R. H. Bebnett
Denns Board of Education
F. 8. Parker
Epworth
Langue
L. Morelock
TW. Peres
Nasheville
Elsaiar Shackford
Harper
Cabiner
Hage
W. P Carmichael
Brandon
CW. Ferkitie
A. Simmons
H. J. Day
B. ‘Helland
RLF
Peares
Me i Jobngan
Ey Washington
Arauia Kiger
Mre
Phillipa
Maen
Voechs
A. Fussell
A. C. Waters
Thi
Cup
a.Olander
J. A. Toornster
Ellix
Reek
M. W. Nichola
Sicknee
Darley
B. Duke
L. Armor
Barton
J. Mclean
T. J. Crowder
Smith
WL. Hightower
J.-A. Boatman
E. B. Deaner
F. Hawk
EB. Johnson
H. G. Boston
Curry
D. H. Tay, Jr
Burgin
W. H
C. B. Wheat
C. W. Moore
H. A.smith
Hinds
Sherman Moreland
Hinde
General Rockenbach
Moreland
Dudes Advocate General
Tis War Department
Army
Navy
Reid
Retail
Grocerymen Plan Association
Ceed
Mrerton
Overton and Commins
Taxlam
Misman
Sturdivant
Herome
Martin Wright Electrical Co
E. Houston St. Crockett
Hewins
W. Houston St
Soledad
Grocer
Sheffield
A. Kuppenheimer
U. B
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AJAX
Augusta Street
Jack Neal-Nash
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