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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 30, 1928

Page

6

Smith Flay Prowriton WW Speech Contd From Page One

Governor Smith assails Republicans and defends anti saloon laws arguing the party’s record is weak and a Democratic victory offers frank discussion of prohibition. He contends the law reflects conduct not force it, urges open debate across parties, cites Coolidge era warnings, and cites clergy and reformers to support easing draconian measures while noting rising liquor use among youth even before prohibition.

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First Airmail Stamp From San Antonio to Mexico

Postage stamp used on the first San Antonio to Mexico airmail covers collectors’ curiosity. The item bears a cancellation and an autograph from the postmaster. Pilot Tom Hardin piloted the inaugural mail flight.

San Antonio Mexico Tom Hardin

Prohibition Debate Highlights Liquor and Mail Flight

Governor Smith denounces prohibition as a scandal and calls for frank talk on enforcement. He cites arrests rising under Volstead, notes liquor remains accessible, and praises Harding on reform. Also announces the Mexico City to New York air mail flight starting soon piloted by Tom Hardin with ceremonial events and foreign reception plans.

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Government plans curb airport use near Manhattan

A rush of micro details describes redevelopment of potential airport sites near Manhattan amid wartime policy debates. Congressman Cohen urges repurposing Governor’s Island for airfield use as Secretary Davis weighs options while Britain’s envoy Bassoon travels from London by air.

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Youth Admits Theft From Water Plant

A Washington junior high student confessed to stealing water and a coat from the base of J. Te Vogter at the Robert 8 Greet hospital avenue. He walked into detective headquarters Saturday night and told Capt. Aubrey Hopkins he kept the water for a time then felt remorse.

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Shortage hit Nebraska bank sparks manhunt and losses

A $700,000 shortage at Beemec Brule Bank in Duwi Nebr prompts a nationwide search for Paul Waupper, missing as bank exams extend. Authorities shift focus from Midwest to Wanadia and Amtellenn ports as evidence emerges he communicated with German friends and planned a Berlin visit. Vogler, father of City Detective Prank Vogler, dies at Apache Parking plant, while a youth is held for juvenile authorities amid ongoing investigations.

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Air Travel Departures From Kelly Field List Pilots And Placements

A chaotic roll of air travelers shows Lieutenants and pilots departing from Kelly field to destinations including Oklahoma City El Paso Dallas Fort Worth and Fort Crockett. Entries list names such as J Caden H Wallace and W Baker along with transports and routes to various cities and bases.

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Berlin to Tokio route opens with first war-time tickets

Wartime rail service from Berlin to Tokio begins with Siberian overland route taking fourteen days. Record class fares run about 130 dollars. Western Europe to Asia passage had been delayed pending German Polish terms. Tickets now available to stations across Asiatic territories.

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