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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 29, 1927

Page

8

Big Steel Cut Loose Two Brothers Compete

A fragmented critique discusses the steel industry with references to Kaiser’s kindness and calls for organized competition. It mentions Arthur Reichane and Star Co as publishers and hints at public memory of a slump. It questions U S Steel’s ability to profitably sell and bears notes on industry dynamics and levies.

Kaiser Arthur Reichane Star Co Barles M. Schwab Farrel Mle Tate

Hospital Thre Fatal Topimen Mamda O Briek Husband

Doctor Minnie O Briek's husband ManA, a financier, dies after hospital fire and death news spreads. The piece mentions wealth comparisons, imperial history, and a San Antonio fire that burns J P Mann of San Antonio to death. Relatives in New Orleans uncertain about Minnie O Briek's whereabouts.

MANA Minaie O'Briek J.P. Mann San Antonio New Orleans Minnie O’brien Europe AG. Mann

Weather summary and temperatures across multiple cities tonight

Fragmented report lists cool conditions in northwest and interior regions with mild to warm temps across Texas and states like Missouri and Alabama. Forecast mentions showers by dawn, some areas remaining clear and chilly overnight with readings in the 50s to 70s Fahrenheit and variable cloud cover.

Suminy Hart

Plunge jury hears death plea in alienist trial

Dallas report outlines a chaotic courtroom scene as Vinces Vaile, a 28 year old advertising rep from Chicago, lay dead after plunging from a hotel window while awaiting testimony in a sensational murder case. The trial featured cross examination of Sheriff Ellison and dramatic exchanges between defense and state attorneys as the deadline for sanity hearings loomed.

Dallas University of Texas Vaile Chinage Alvertisins Enginger Shen Vaile Hier Weindow Moody Hawkins Mickins Mllison

Girl Leaps Eight Stories to Death at Knickerbocker Hotel

A dark haired young woman leaped from the Knickerbocker hotel eighth floor in New York, leaving a note to “Darling Mother.” She died instantly. investigators identify her as Mildred Washak Millord or Adele Jourdan, with a line reading that New York life is driving me mad.

New York Teondway Dwight Girts Knickerbocker Wight Ag Mildred Washak Millord Mass Adele Jourdan Bieldie

Bus Struck by Train At Calumet Crossing Injures Dozen

Twelve or more passengers aboard a Davenport to Chicago bus were injured as it collided with a Chicago-bound train on an unguarded Calumet crossing in heavy fog. Four passengers were reported to be in serious condition and may die. Local authorities investigated the Pennsylvania Railroad crossing incident in Gary, Indiana.

Gary Ind Davenport Chiccago Pennsylvania Calumet Ily Ste

Worker Falls 30 Feet Into River

A report from San Antonio describes an accident where a worker named George Quaederrs, of 209 North Laredo, fell thirty feet into the river while working on a city retaining wall. He was rescued and taken to police headquarters for examination.

Boyere George Quaederrs Nori Laredo Srraci San Antoni Tom Saimin Tose

Phonograph and Records Stolen Reported Nearby

A phonograph and eighteen records were reported stolen from the residence of Ahestey Hoboeie at 412 North Colorado Avenue in Tonorter. Local authorities are investigating the burglary as a property crime.

Ahestey Hoboeie North Colorado Muéol Tonorter Alice

Ruth Elder Dream Ends In Le Bourget Landing

Co-pilot George Haldeman and Ruth Elder completed a non-stop flight attempt ending with a landing at Le Bourget field near Paris. Elder sought to wow Paris by a skyward display and completed the endurance leg of the journey.

George Haldeman le Bourget Field Paris

Rogher Gang Sought Here In Desolate Burglary Wave

Police hunt an organized gang linked to multiple burglaries after a third break in at Jon Thray’s home 226 West Parlearonte yielded around 200 dollars in clothing and jewelry. Loot packed in suitcases, minor items stolen from Mrs Williams and others on San Pedro Avenue.

Hegré Saiesey Nearoee Jon Thray West Parlearonte Ster & Small Willimns Tol Davis Court Smith San Pedro Avenue

Liner Rescues Ten Sailors Adrift in Open Boat

Dispatches report a liner rescuing ten crewmen stranded six days in an open boat after their ship foundered in a storm off New York. The vessel and captain are credited with saving the exhausted crew amid chaotic seas and distress calls.

New York Madio

Princess Victoria Expects Happiness In Quiet Life

Princess Victoria Habengstern Gertuns appears poised for happiness with Alusnpeder Subkoft as plans unfold in Veiuensy. Subkoft, 27, is linked to Wer Gnsve Cay while local coverage highlights anticipated contentment and social expectations.

Victoria Gertuns Victoria Habengstern Alusnpeder

Ruth Elder and Haldeman Visit Unknown Soldier Tomb at Arc de Triomphe

In Paris Ruth Elder and co pilot George Haldeman visited the tomb of the French unknown soldier at the Arc de Triomphe. Thousands waited as Elder arrived late and appeared in feminine trim. The pair faced a dignified ceremony amid a celebratory crowd.

Paris Ruth Elder George W. Haldeman Arena Triomphe Ruth Lus Napoleonic Monument Senah Bourget

Flier Survives Plane Crash in Prairie Field near Corpus Christi

L. Foster, an unidentified student, escaped death when his plane crashed in a field about fifteen miles from San Antonio as details remained sparse. Master Sergeant Mendels and rescuers conveyed Foster to Kelly Field hospital, noting facial cuts and severe shock but no serious injuries. The wreckage of the aircraft was reported in descent with the wing portions damaged.

L. Foster Kole Ina Feld Corpus Christi San Antonio F. 3 Mendels Foster Kelly Fill

Jury Deadlock Over Ex-Detective Assault Case

Former city detective Harry Conner faced aggravated assault and anti mask law charges as his jury failed to reach a verdict. Jurors stood 7 to 3 in favor of conviction or acquittal but could not agree after a lengthy deliberation. The proceedings were overseen by Judge George Hover.

Maternational News Service Hort Worm Harry Conner All Ny Euage George TB Hover

Two Held in East of San Antonio Store Robbery

Two women are suspects in a San Antonio area store robbery case linked to an attempted hold up at Ter Cawking General Store near Forts Fire Amides Worth. The incident ended when two six year old boys returning from a rabbit hunt opened fire as the suspects fled in a car carrying merchandise.

John J Rockefeller Gore United States San Antonio Bexar Shunty Jnd Forts Chursay South Wen

American defrauder sentenced in China case

Sentence reports Knight M. Crawley of Dedmont California was convicted in a U S court for defrauding Chinese representatives of General ang Hen a Sechtan provincial military chief. He received fifteen months in federal prison at McNeil Island Washington.

Shanghai China Knight M. Crawley Dedmont Cal United States Ang Hen Sechtan McNeil Tslaail Washington

Life Tires Lad in New York At 11 Years Old

A young boy aged 11 in New York attempted suicide by inhaling gas today. He was found unconscious and rushed to hospital where doctors reported he would likely recover.

York Alexander Szostik Hihurst

Graveleaven Elis sa Worker Graveleaven Elis sa Worker

Grady Velasen died when a gravel slide buried him while workers dug beneath a rock at a site on Wetmore Street. Two companions helped pull him free but he died at Rebel Lt. Green hospital. Other workers, George Charro and Villarreal, assisted as the accident occurred during a gravel removal operation.

Althoard Silberio Velasen Tais Velance Abus George Charro Thivas Etreeh Eq Villarreal Guads Atruck Lt. Green Hospital

Row Over Baptism Brings Orders for Police in Churches

Uniontown police plan to enforce church baptism practices amid a controversy over sprinkling and immersion. The clash centers on church rites during the Fall Christian worship period, with officers prepared to respond to potential disturbances.

Universtl Seyler Uniontown

Mafalda Survivor Rescued Nude With Monocle At Palace

Reporters found Arthur Vollrut, a survivor of the Pringepossa Mafalda catastrophe, wearing only a monocle and towel. He said he was picked up after the steamship disaster at the Palace hotel and kept his dignity.

Riu Janeino Get Rlr Arthur Vollrut Pringepossa Mafalda Bie Venin Palace Hotel Onde Vollrath Mantages Cyrus

Sixty Mile Gale Sweeps Ireland

A severe sixty mile gale hits Ireland causing multiple deaths and injuries. Property damage and telecommunication disruptions accompany the storm as authorities assess the widespread impact and issue warnings.

Ireland London Bet Siaty- Fogland

Churches Pray For Lynching Ban In Yprk District

In York, churches of the Protestant faith plan a day of prayer urging action to end lynching. Organizers cite ongoing violence and call on officials to pass a nationwide ban, urging congregants to join prayer services and demonstrations.

York Qui

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