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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 30, 1924

Page

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Leader Peter Veregin Killed in Bomb Attack on Canadian Train

Eight killed and twenty two hurt when a bomb exploded under the seat of a Canadian Pacific coach carrying Doukhobor leader Peter Veregin and passengers en route from Nelson to Grand Forks. John L. MacKie of the Columbia Legislature among the dead. Veregin’s supporters mourn him as they plan his burial in Brilliant, British Columbia.

Nelson B. C Peter Veregin Saskatchewan Veregin Canadian Pacific Grand Fork John L. MacKie Columbia Grand Forks Canada Siberia Loukhébor Loukhobors Brilliant B.C

Shenandoah Texas debut plus Bud Houser wedding toast

A text mix praises the Shenandoah's Texas debut as Bud Houser, the champion discus thrower, marries. The piece brandishes humor about helium gas and various light gags, with a casual newspaper tone and assorted jokes.

Bud Houser Bud

Peace by Reason in Foreign Relations Policy Debate

A National discussion on reducing armaments and promoting international law highlights support for the Hague tribunal and the permanent court. Advocates urge cooperation on arms control, narcotics, trafficking, and public health, linking peace to American strength and global welfare.

Mexico Japan France Austria Germany America Hague Tribunal Permanent Court of International Justice Coolidge

Life of Byrnes the tightest engineer recalled by old railroad man

The article recounts a longtime railroad engineer, Jim Byrnes, sharing his varied career from his early days in Marshall, Texas, through promotions and crashes, to work at Fort Worth and San Antonio. He recalls boxing clubrooms, favorite bosses, and life on the rails with humor and grit.

Jim Byrnes Marshall Texas Queen and Crescent Shreveport Fort Worth Police Gazette Mexico Central San Antonio San Yoakum Dave Byrnes Tim

Constable Conners Fined For Accosting Charge

Pat Conners a 40 year old constable from 3010 South Flores Street was fined 100 dollars in corporation court for rudely accosting Mamie Lowe of 302 East Theo Avenue by signs and features on October 20. His attorney filed notice of appeal. He claimed the charges were a frame up tied to family troubles.

Conners Pat Conners South Flores Street Mamie Lowe Theo Avenue Corporation Court

French actor pays visit to President Coolidge

Celebrated French actor Tirmin Germier and director of the National Odeon Theatre arrived in Washington to pay respects to President Coolidge and lay wreaths from Verdun and Belleau Woods on the tomb of the Unknown Soldier. He will tour the United States next month with the Odeon players under the Committee of Honorary Patrons.

Washington Tirmin ‘Germier National Odeon Theater President Coolidge Verdun Belleau Woods United States Odeon Players State Department James K. Hackett France Ministry of Fine Arts

Hallettsville District Court Disposes Criminal Docket

The Hallettsville district court disposed of several criminal cases. Emil Jalufka pleaded guilty to failing to offer assistance after a collision and was fined 100 dollars and jailed 10 days. T N Renois pleaded guilty to bigamy and received two years in the penitentiary. Almatez pleaded guilty to possession of intoxicating liquor for sale with a one year suspended sentence.

Yoarum Tex Hallettsville Emil Jalufka Tt. N. Renois Almatez

Richart Sues to Stay in Soldiers Home

In Russia Richart seeks a temporary injunction to block ejectment from the Confederate Veterans Home after a six month suspension. He was tried for assault on 82 year old J Hassell who died weeks later. no indictment followed. Board chair S B Cowell and exec F B Thornton sign the order.

J. ©. Hassell Hassell Richart Justice Court S. B.cowell R. B. Walthall Ant F. B State Board of Con He. Winfree

Witness defies slush fund probes in Senate race inquiry

Acting Chairman Caraway reports George K K Moris, New York Republican chairman, refused to appear before the committee on specified conditions. Caraway says no stipulations exist and warns of consequences for noncooperation. Moris’s refusal implies undisclosed exposures may lie ahead.

Washington Senate Caraway George KK. Moris New York Senator Caraway

Nueces man charged with murder attack

Corpus Christi, Tex October 30. Martin Ortega is charged with assault to murder after allegedly attacking B. Ti. Mostermann with a knife and shotgun on October 24. The case was sent to the grand jury now in session. Railroads earning more on grain shipments and congestion at the lakes head.

Corpus Christi Tex Martin Ortega B. Ti. Mostermann Paul Northwest

San Antonio Shows They See Jazz Best

In a streetside vignette from San Antonio, locals weigh in on jazz with mixed vibes. A soda jerk, a newspaper reader, and a store worker voice varied opinions about music at night and its appeal to everyday life. The piece contrasts quiet reading with nightlife sounds.

San Antonio R. G. Byus Jaaz Mary Jenscki van Katwyjk

Quarantine Lifted at Insane Asylum in Austin

Smallpox quarantine at the state insane asylum in Austin, in force since October 1, was ordered lifted by Dr. Zeno T. Martin, the city health officer, yesterday. Twenty smallpox cases remain isolated, and no new cases have been recorded for some time.

Austin State Zeno T. Martin

Labor Party Loses in British Elections Report

In a late hour update readers learn of a Labor Party loss in Britain. The text mentions Miss Wilkinson a Laborite from Middleboro and a Duchess 0 Atholl as figures noted in the extended Page One coverage.

Labor Party Miss Wilkinson Middleboro East Duchess Atholl

M'Donald Doesn't Envy Conservatives

Prime Minister MacDonald said defeat can be the finest thing for a party and, given trade and the general outlook, he did not envy the Conservatives. He spoke while en route to London from Cardiff.

Associated Press Cardiff Wales MacDonald London

Lloyd-George Re-elected MP in Carnarvon Victory

Former Prime Minister David Lloyd-George, Liberal, won the Carnarvon by election with 16 058 votes against 2 401 for Labour challenger Professor Zimmern. The result confirms his return to the House of Commons.

Associated Press Carnarvon Wales David ‘Lloyd- George House of Commons Professor Zimmern

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