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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 06, 1924

Page

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Outline for world peace program at institute talk

Dr C Perry Patterson of the University of Texas spoke at Brackenridge High School during the Southwest Texas Teachers' Institute on Friday. He outlined four steps toward international peace: end economic imperialism, abolish secret diplomacy, establish international justice, and promote a world court with outreach through nations and laws.

C. Perry Patterson University of Texas Southwest Texas Teachers’ Institute Brackenridge High School Sthis-Head Supreme Law World Court

Fire Apparatus Collide With Street Car In City Crash

A motor truck crashed into a streetcar on Main Avenue and French Place, injuring six people but not seriously. Fire officials urged public cooperation to reduce alarms and speed to protect firefighters and pedestrians. A separate report notes a stolen Gage truck stripped of tires and parts, with a suspect questioned at police headquarters.

West Russell Street San Pedro French Place Main Avenas Frank Graff A H. Rossi S. J. Charles A. R. Small George C. Rosell West Romana Clair Shafer Durango Cit Brooklyn Avenue Main Avenue J. G. Sarran Sarran Rixke Hlence Ngs Nolice

Acknowledging Market Shifts in Beane Production

A rough OCR read notes rising concern over edge packing in Beane products. Mentions a six percent monthly increase and references Beane production totals. Highlights potential impact on sales and records, signaling industry attention to quality and output.

Acking Sepe Agcrogate Edge Lars M.cewatry

Soldier reports attempted holdup near Pleasanton road

Jim Henry a Fort Sam Houston medical detachment soldier reported a suspected holdup after seeing a car in a roadside ditch and a man with a lantern near Cassie just beyond, with a second car and men on the ground. Sheriff’s office opened an investigation and hospitals showed no accident victims.

Pleasanton Jim Henry Fort Sam Houston Sheriff's Office Henry Cassie

General Pershing Might Enter Movies After Retirement

A proposal that General Pershing launch a Wild West show upon retiring from active service is under consideration from a source close to his circle. Details are scarce, but the offer has provoked amusement. Pershing has no definite postmilitary plans, though he has received various propositions including interest in motion pictures.

Associated Frees Washington Tershing Pershing

Khaki Clad Bandit Suspect Is Caught After Robberies

A light complexion negro fitting bandit descriptions was arrested by County Motorcycle Officer Jack Mew near Fratt after a chase through bushes. Revolver bullets found on him serve as evidence amid reports of highwaymen terrorizing St Hedwig road east of the city limits. A car was stripped nearby by fleeing suspects as officers pursued another vehicle. the man in custody matched height and weight of the reported highwayman.

Franklin D. Usry Central Police Station Jack Mew Lavernis Road Fratt Gage Tailoring and Clearing Company Avenue D St. Hedwix Highwaysiu Manne

Follow the Light Sunday Color Comics Offer

An old newspaper ad urges readers to order the All Star 8 Page Color Comic section from The Great American Weekly Magazine with advance orders. It promoting carrier boy delivery by calling Crockett 4040 and emphasizes convenient home service.

All Star Crockett

Woman Charged For Burning Grass On Vacant Lot

Fire Chief J Sar Ton says Mrs E Doyle of 8007 Delgado Street was charged in two cases after she ignited grass on a hill adjacent to her property when city firefighters would not burn it. He emphasizes owners must burn vegetation only after proper cutting and stacking and warns against improper alarms.

United States Great Britain Tatterson Sar Ton E. Doyle Delgado Street Afalsé Sarran

Young Senorita Held On Warrant

Frances Esparza, 20, of 516 Bue Vista street, was arrested and detained at police headquarters on a health warrant. Police believe theft charges lack evidence to prove guilt. Ramos, a Mexican resident from Minsiow, Tex., alleged he was robbed of $10 by a young woman who took the money with one hand while patting his cheek with the other. Officer Bill Hobbs made the arrest after Ramos contacted him.

Frances Esparza Bue Vista Street Ramaldo Ramos Minsiow Tex Bill Hobbs Ramos

Lake Medina Club Hosts Telegraph Workers Picnic

The Lake Medina Lodge and Fishing Club plans a lake party for the Western Union Employes at Medina Lake property on Sunday. Buses depart Western Union at 7:30 AM with additional departures later to fit all attendees. A noon barbecue and boat rides are planned, with a moonlight cruise to conclude the day. car travel in own vehicles is allowed with toll-free gate access.

Lake Medina Association of Western Union Medina Western Union Wilson Lodge

Guerra freed on $500 bond after arraignment

Felipe Guerra waived preliminary hearing at the justice of the peace court and was released on a $500 bond after arraignment on an assault to murder charge. He allegedly attacked Jesus Coronado, 37, of 227 Torapico Street near the city market, who was shot in the left shoulder and taken to Robert B. Green hospital. Deputy Sheriff Angel Barden arrested the assailant. The shooting appears tied to a feud originating in Mexico.

Felipe Guerra Justice Robert B. Green Angel Barlden Mexlen

Banquet Held for Amicable Life Insurance Officers

A banquet in the Tapestry Room at the St Anthon y hotel featured officers and agents of the Amicable Life Insurance Company. A B Ries, J Cunningham, Aubrey Frazer, J O Barnett, James Antonio, Ernest Bates and others spoke on policy history, employee appreciation, and insurance topics. Dowdy, president of the Women’s Benefit Association, delivered a brief address on poll and art time insurance agents.

Amicable Life Insurance Company St.Anthony Hotel A. B. Ries J. ‘Cunningham Aubrey H. Frazer J. O. Barnett Jame Antonio Ernest "Bates Commercial National Bank Chamber of Commeres Cunningham Wilson Nita Mo “Dowdy I¢ Women’s Benefit. Association

Injured in Taxi Crash Lawsuit Seeks $50,000

A civil action filed in Porty-Hitts court alleges $50,000 in damages from a collision at a busy intersection. Finchum and another occupant claimed injuries after a Merchants taxi cab traveled from the Robert E. Lee hotel toward 107 East Augusta street and collided with an automobile driven by Todd Hunter. The petition describes both cars as being driven at a dangerous rate of speed.

Todd Hunter

New Orleans Man Seized and Robbed on Canal Street

David J Nelson of Detroit testified in Alexandria that two men kidnapped him on Canal Street New Orleans forced him into a deserted carriage and kept him captive for a week. He was beaten threatened with death and coerced to sign away rights to 50 acres of oil land in Mexico reportedly worth 37 000.

Alexandria David’ J. Nélson Detroit Canal Street New Orleans Mexico

Science Finds Gold Mine in Fish Waste

Atlantic City reports at a United States Fisheries Association meeting that waste parts of fish are worth more than the meat sold. European scientists, notably a Paris doctor, claim a substance in fish livers is highly valuable. Research aims to produce this in America. Additional products include fish oil meat and fertilizer from waste.

Atlantic City Bent United States Fisheries,’ Association George E. J. Kings Bowen Europe Dr. Iscovedce Paria Dod America

Water billing shifts to meter system this winter

The article notes a move from flat rate to metered water charges to reflect quantity used. It mentions customers pay per gallon as meters record consumption, with adjustments for winter pricing and prompts for transfer applications from flat rate to meter via letter or postcard.

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