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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 28, 1929

Page

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Augusta Flood Refugees Stranded In Tree by Savannah River

Severe flooding along the Savannah River near Augusta Georgia drives residents to higher ground as waters surge. Five people shelter in a tree above rising currents while workers attempt to locate a crevasse and reinforce levees. An estimated 60 000 residents face transportation cutoffs as the flood peak nears.

Vaugusta Phkie Erene Seo Bistke Bavannah Steve Rea Sodre Leves Lea Bern Angisia Tyens Nart Angula Berro Ufawan

Unprecedented Atlantic Storm Near Cuba and Havana

A tropical storm moves westward from the Caribbean toward Cuba and Havana with heavy rain and strong winds. Forecasts warn of northward drift, high northwest gusts, and dangerous seas as authorities issue revised storm warnings for the Florida Straits and Gulf of Mexico.

Guyana Babame Havana Wwashington D.C Buresa Todos Mismi Rey Weat Florida Straits Mijami Ceution Fialelle Gulf of Mexico

Know Your Firemen features Fireman F Berhet at 751 Porter Street

A 1924 feature titled Know Your Firemen spotlights Fireman F Berhet of the station at Delmar and Millman streets. The caption notes his rank and address at 751 Porter Street with a photo published August 5, 1924, highlighting service and daily duties.

Berhet Porter Street Delmar Millman Streets Serjen

MacDonald on Way to U S Parley to Peace Mission

MacDonald the prime minister of Great Britain sails from Southampton aboard the liner Gerenentin to Washington for a mission of peace and goodwill. The British party includes the exiled wartime leader and Pryhla daughter with farewell demonstrations in London and Southampton as he hopes to help lay the foundation for a united peaceful era.

Rameas MacDonald Britsio Southampton Washington MacDonald

Empire Builder's Son to Marry St Paul Girl, 23

The betrothal of Dorothy Virginia Millett, 23, of St. Paul, to Lewis W. Ail Jr, 27, announced today. The couple plans a late November wedding. Millett family ties trace to Minnesota pioneers and to James J. Hill, the Empire Builder, with historical notes on origins in Hastings and connections to the Hill era.

Empire Builder St. Paul ST. Patl Linn Dorothy Virginia Millett Mit Spolis Lewis W. Ail Jr Young Hill Swiss Millett Minnesota Northwest Miss Millets James Martin Millett Hattings Minn James J. Hill

Dallas Mayor Plans City Ad Levy Proposal

Dallas in Sept 1998 reports Mayor J. Waddy Tate intends to seek voter approval for a three percent municipal advertising levy. He argues the tax could fund city improvements and services, including converting facilities and other urban projects, to help advance the city.

Dallas Maser J. Waddy Tate

Payroll Heist Leaves City Guarded After 8500 Theft

A cryptic report describes masked bandits stealing a weekly payroll of 8500. The break in involved pistols and shotguns as assailants bound workers and escaped with the payroll. Authorities search for the three offenders and investigate a vessel linked to the crime.

Pistula Rodar Compans Howard Myeute Fulton Ecreet Passmaeter Ian

Sousa Suffering From Bronchitis

John Pilin Sola, a noted barn master web composer, suffers bronchitis and faces possible pneumonia as Dr. E.kin treats him. Roure arrives for a concert engagement and falls ill with a stomach disorder after reaching the city.

John Pilin Sola E.kin Roure

Soviet Pinds Way to Enforce Curfew

Moscow dispatch reports strict curfew enforcement after disruptions. The aide to civilian authorities emphasizes tighter food and beverage controls. Citizens face penalties for violations after 10 p.m. and must show proper identification when outside.

Elks Host Orphans Picnic In San Antonio Park

San Antonio Elks hosted a large picnic for city orphans at Kerber Park starting at 6 AM Saturday. Volunteers arranged games, rides, snowball fight, and a feast with pies, cakes, sandwiches, lemonade, and hot dogs under city recreation supervision.

Christos San Antonio Public Service Company Kerbler Park Jack Mt. Burke the Elks John Hansard

Bridge party to aid San Antonio girls education fund

Elaborate arrangements are being made for a bridge party at Anthony hotel Friday night October 4. The Juri Hidiners and Professional girls will entertain. Proceeds go to the educational fund aiding San Antonio girls to continue business training and secure positions. Miss Vieien Johnson chairs the event. Tickets are being sold and prizes will be awarded.

Bridge i Anthony San Antonio Vieien Johnson Brides Party Aliscea Cor Andrew Senegins Flore Smith Misa Johnson

Ex Bank Director Ordered to Pay 326 to Receiver

Fred Imhaff, former director of the Uefinet Ringeburg, Rice National Bank, was ordered to pay 326 dollars to the receiver Walker for the bank. The case centered on a signed note alleged by Imhaff to be forged, with testimony supporting the signature as his. The bank failed and went to the receiver after charges involving A B Maurer. His wife and son face federal charges with trials planned in San Antonio in the fall.

Fred Imhaff Uefinet Ringeburg Rice National Bank Alb Walker Friedas Trbaff Imbatt I Wal Weet AL Weaver Tallas Ees Imbott A. BR. Maurer Carriec Maurer Efelin Alwarren Iplao Enn I Federal Cours San Antonio

Hotel Men Fight for Convention

Hotel men in Detroit reportedly fight amid confusion as the city nears hosting a convention. The Detroit chamber of commerce and local hotel leaders discuss organizing efforts and plans for a May event, with officials steering the invitation and schedule.

Arldnio Bate Detroit Lear Eloteansoela-en Eeericon Mate Friday

22nd Study Club Fire Victim Dies

Detroit reports the twenty second death from the Study Club fire. Victim Mita Pauline Spal, age unknown, died after suffering pneumonia contracted while trampled during the panic after flames broke out. The incident prompted financial aid offers and legal notices related to the tragedy.

Study Club Detroit Arp Mita Pauline Spal Tertenir

Old Pioneer Ben and the Money That Vanished

In LaGrange area a veteran printer Ben Heathiv faced dire illness and a hospital stay. His colleagues in the Texas press world, including Pink Gresham, aided by Ben’s wife, moved funds from his bank to cover illness and a meeting, then restored the money after a scare. The episode highlights community support among newspaper folk and a trusted treasurer’s councils.

Hariigel Larange LaGrange Jenrwal Ben Missus Alwara Balf Semple Mre Dhe Texer Treaetrer The State Press Association Fjnk Gresham Arwa Mic Tam Pink Gresham Sam Barker Home Bank

Education plan expands rural schools in Lae region

Government announces a public education program modeled on the American system to educate every child at public expense. Within a year the number of schools in Lae doubled, extending access to balanced schooling for geons and their families, with open centers offering free enlightening and entertaining moving pictures.

Avary Child Mevlin

Peagox Found Guilty of Second Degree Murder in Wife Killing

Peagox was convicted of second degree murder in a Mount Vernon case where, after an argument following his wife Bari’s supposed insults, he struck her, killed her, hid the body in nearby goods, and later set it alight. The jury, after six hours, rejected first degree murder and manslaughter, choosing the compromise verdict and a term of 20 years to life in prison.

N.Y Bari F Peacox Ayben Hind

83 Year Old Check for Penny Cashed

An 83 year old check for one cent drawn 33 shares ago was honored at a Colorado Springs bank. The penny check represented a dividend on one share of stock in the Portland Gold Mining Company of this city dated May 15.

Colorado Springs Cold Portland Gold Mining Company

College Instructor Flies to His Class in Boston Terrains

Professor Hilding N. Carson of Boston University commutes daily from Cape Cod, flying 50 miles each way to teach. He preaches efficiency and punctuality, balancing flight time with classroom duties in a notable example of modern academic discipline.

Boston Hilding N. Carson Boston University Cape Cod

Court Proceedings Summary Inspires Mixed Verdicts in Local Cases

In Texas court actions a not guilty verdict was returned in the case State of Texas v Fletcher on disturbing the peace. A separate civil suit Mrs Belgia Henderson v Al Brush Wright Lumber Company resulted in a jury verdict for the county. Emil Mueller presided with Judge Witt and T M Cowan noted on contract.

Ja Fe McCollum Torneti State of Texas Rt. E. Fletcher

Vital Statistics and Building Permits Mixed Notes

The report blends marriage notices with building permits. It lists names such as Gloria and Paro Street residents, Voiced ages, and dates in a cluttered ledger style. Several addresses appear with activities including new construction and renovations, reflecting a busy civic record.

Radio Programs on KSA San Antonio 1290 Schedule

Radio schedule listing KSA 1290 with Plaza Hotel studio in San Antonio. Programs include The Adventures of Jos and Vi, musical features, Bible Students, and various hour long broadcasts across stations WEAF WJZ WABE and others with daily themed blocks and talks.

KSA The San Antonio Light Crockett Ros Maahts Jos and Vi Gspey Muse Paramount Publix Boot Asn P. ti—Tnternational Bible Students Aooth Teresa Prees

Borrower of Ice Pick Manages to Convince Judge

In Corporation court Judge Dave Watron believes to be returning borrowed equipment for a police report. Patrolman Mike Tova testifies about a 100 block South Santa Tiona incident where a man named Ding carried an ice pick and a whiskey flask during a drunken episode. Ding claims the tool was merely being returned and the judge fines him 85 for drunkenness.

Antonia Disa Dave Watron Corporation Mike Tova Santa Tiona Avenue Ina

Nine Balloons Poised For AMC Race In St Louis

Sept 28 report from St Louis describes nine balloons ready for the James Gordon Hewpete inter ational balloon race. pilots will carry the six nations logo for the third trophy while forecasts and weather bureau reports augment the event at Soult Field. spectators of up to 40 000 are expected as balloons prepare with coal ballast and ballast sacks.

Louis Ceroooo Elf James Gordon United States Weather Bureau Bouth Hrashway Soult Field Aemy Lghter KBIOX

Rum Ring Bust Ties Stephens Gang to Prohibition Crimes

Police arrested Lee Cottle and Shank after a shooting scene. The Stephen gang’s liquor raids extended through Oklahoma with thousands of gallons seized or destroyed at their homes. Mrs Fay Shanty told officials of other implicated persons in the ring and agents warned liquor shipments statewide.

Lee Cottle Broadway Clase Shank Lyon Stephens Claremest Avenue Weat French Place Stephens Gank P. EB. Locke Fay Shanty Red Shank Wade m Stephens Kilday Chiloa Fort Woeth Oklahoma Alate

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