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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1927
Page
10
Detective R. F. Tate grounded McKenzie after Street shot him in the leg once.
The program highlights vaudeville and stage acts alongside new films at Palace and other theaters. Stars like George Burns, Lew Gary, Douglas Fairbanks, and Richard Barthelmess appear. features include The Ten Commandments and action dramas with detectives, plus musical and comedy numbers from Baxter, Brunk, and Constance Dune.
An array of reminiscences recalls the rise of music in San Antonio from riverboats to a thriving piano trade. The piece traces a musician’s dream near the Mississippi river, the spread of pianos and organs, and the growth of music stores like Goggan’s as San Antonio becomes a hub for concerts and instruction. It notes how music shaped local culture and helped push the city toward larger musical establishments.
A garbled review notes a high program and film offerings featuring Lamy, Krol, and diversely named acts. It mentions Buckslage and Trishie as entertainment, with Texas George Bincruft and a Chicago literary angle. The text suggests a cinema lineup and comedian Lulgne amid a mixed cast and titles.
A garbled broadcast notes a sports segment at Publix with mentions of a rivalry and a theater style display. Despite the unclear text, the piece references Fred Kohler and a byline on sports time with several distorted names and venues.
In a brief hometown column, King George is described as diligent in charity efforts. The item mentions Baymorat Soule Sete and Apekeorge Whivksow with unclear references, then notes a three hour tour lapse and a humorous aside about Mr. Windsor, better known as Ring Gorge.
The report covers eight pilots entering an Omaha balloon race with eight balloons officially tallied, several sighted, and total entrants listed. Gordon Bennett winner is noted as Clarification of results and balloon names such as The Detrat appear with international entries from Belgium Germany and Spain.
A fatal truck incident near Dundee leaves tenas gil dead. Report notes a path along waters where a young child perished under unclear circumstances as investigators review the scene and nearby witnesses.
Amid a tense closing session, delegates confront a protest over Zionist policy and the question of Jewish self determination as crowds gather outside the Universal Service venue.
Report from London dated September 12 notes a British racing plane crash during a Schneider Cup event. Details are incomplete due to damaged copy, but the incident is acknowledged among ongoing aviation coverage. No further names or outcomes are clearly readable.
A jumble of memories recounts Say A Town history with names like Colonel Dubare and Aitonin gliveiy, events around the McCrait property sale, and early settlers' activities. Mentions include Luling, Port Stalstany, and Menard with references to land, roads, and local figures shaping the town’s development.
Dr Straton receives a divine call to build a new church in Culys Waynst chore. The report describes his proclamation of a heavenly vision, his plans, and support from local officials including the mayor as he pursues rapid construction and community gathering.
A youth died and five others were seriously injured when their vehicle collided with a train at a crossing. Witnesses report rough weather and reduced visibility contributed to the collision, and emergency crews transported the injured to a local hospital for treatment.
An obscure note mentions Gastev Tasenstecher and Moyle in a medical setting. The fragment hints at MeV and Aris Bhlg as associated terms. No clear event or outcome is stated.
A fragmented report details a public protest in Panama affecting a league game. It mentions dissatisfaction with authorities, calls for action, and a dramatic reaction from onlookers, highlighting tensions around governance and community response.
In Sau, Antowig faces a tense scene as Memday wtele Ws questions a Petimpey Bink bibs Toni envoy. The report mentions Meners Watel and Menai huetaian, with references to a Me a Huse VTL, a fire at S Mtentiine, and a Murgatll figure linked to Vavolor.
A report from the Clearing House shows rising clearing figures and a return to normal growth across banks in San Antonio and nearby markets. Analysts note shifts in reserve levels and renewed lending activity as the banking sector stabilizes and expands work with international finance.
Holders of Second Liberty Loan 4 1/2 percent bonds may exchange for United States Treasury notes. The new notes will be dated September 15 1936 with 4 1/2 percent interest and mature in 19XX but can be redeemed after three years. Exchanges run until September 15 and include conversion of certain bonds to the new issue. Details available at Federal Reserve banks.
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