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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 30, 1929

Page

4

Cotton industry reform urged by Oklahoma board member

Oklahoma farmer Carl Williams told a federal farm board committee that organized co operatives and a national marketing agency could raise prosperity for cotton growers. He urged strengthening existing co operatives to market efficiently, aiming for 20 percent of cotton handled by such bodies within five years, and called for reorganizing marketing before the next season. Senators pressed for timing, Williams said every step builds farmer power, with focus on fair prices through targeted, quality driven marketing.

Washington, D.C Carl Williams Oklsham Federal Farm Board Sensie Agriculture Permitteemen Loday Oklahomay Williams Smith South Carding Cure Arkansas Farm Board Grewere Tommoriow Senate

Railroad Officers Guard Men Bound for Federal Pens

Special railroad officers assist in guarding prisoners en route to a Federal prison. Deputy Matron Botsford returned from Leavenworth with eight prisoners. A special car is provided for prisoners and an officer boards at each division point to stop escapes. The trip reportedly was uneventful.

United States Marehers George T. Botsford Materal Leavenworth Banene Thc Toteford

Admiral Reeves Favored Parley Failure, Senate Inquiry Hears

Rear Admiral J. M. Reeves of the American technical staff at Geneva reportedly hoped peace talks would fail, according to Drew Pearson, the newspaperman and witness at the Shearer lobby inquiry before the Senate. The remark surfaced amid testimony on attempts to influence U.S. policy through foreign negotiations.

J. M. Reeves Geneva Drew Pearson Shearer Senate

AVL Permit Hearing Opens on Rail Link Proposal

The AVL permit hearing opened amid testimony on a proposed rail link to shorten freight hauls for a 20 county area northwest of San Antonio. Officials described favorable tonnage potential, farm exports, and the need for new rail access to connect with Brady and regional markets, with witnesses detailing cattle, poultry, and crop traffic and a 490,000 dollar trackage lease estimate.

Morrison U.S San Antonio Carl Runge Couvurere Joey Nm Tong Wolfe F. J. Wolfe Chamber of Omeaeree Beney WSS Ayose Arve Brady Lie Bendy Claud Bax Angele Goth Parca Cement Company Seed Sitch Brovbess Properties

Fruit Store Man Pays $20 Fine on Sunday

A Sunday operation case ends with Fruit Store man fined twenty dollars. Fy Rolfe led charges with three other changes noted by investigator Smith. Tinnerall and Vlederin faced legal actions in Tides Boltee court with Charlie Young and A W Blehan involved in a peace matter.

Firemen Answer Call at Alamo Heights Warding Incident

Neighborhood warning issued by City Marshal Paul Villaret and Fire Chief J G Sarrant after a home at 405 Eleventh Avenue sustained damage estimated at 50. The Alamo Heights Fire Department, deemed efficiently working, will continue city protections as Police Commissioner Phil Wright affirms. This marks the first call since the dispute.

Paul Villaret J. G. Sarrant Alanes We Tohnson Ciel Sarran Villaret San Antonio Alamo Hrizhis Phil Wright Alamo Teighta

City Receives Sidewalk Bids On West Josephine Street

At the city commission meeting Moat, bids were opened for sidewalk work on West Josephine Street and curb repairs on Washington Street. The project was referred to City Engineer I Fwig and City Purchasing Agent James Simper for review and action.

Josephine Street Washington Street City Enginrer I. Fwig James Simpeor

Bible and science clash over pain in birth passage

A historical discussion recounts beliefs on suffering during childbirth and the role of religious authority versus medical insight. It notes figures like Dr. White of Cornell and physician James Ventis Sippout, highlighting debates on pain, trial, and scriptural interpretation across eras.

Sciener Re Usian Stremigh Cal Dr White Cornell University Rosame MacAlyane Agnes Sampson Beiniurgu Ingerely James Venti

New Charges In Stevens Case In Atascosa Raid

Authorities pursue leads in a raid on an Atascosa county distillery gang. Telegrams and false wires aim to mislead investigators as officials search for Jon Stephens. Five others charged in the fatal midnight ambush of Pro Agent Charles Stevens, with Shank held on a prohibition charge.

Atascosa County Beles Stephens Forces of Justice Jon Stephens Texas Mexico Janction Laredo Newton Jay Lyon Stephens Ike Carver Lislee Nuers Oinidar Charles Stevens Wee Justice of the Peace Louis P. Bultz McCullen Ted" Shank Alice Smith Joe Z Habrecht Luisa Guajardo Lee Smith Shank Hobrecht D. Pranklin Spears Williams Boltz Nwo

Use of Boss' Car Brings Fine When Battle Follows

Jack Collins 25 of East Martin Street faced a corporation court after disobeying an order not to use Ward’s automobile. He allegedly took the car while intoxicated, leading to a scuffle at a sister’s house and a police intervention. His sister Helen Collins and Andee Dave Watson received fines of 25 and 10 dollars respectively.

Basa Jack Collins East Martin Street Helen Oll Jnona Street Collins Boas BR. Waos Ward Wands Matheorda Street Collin Woods Helen Collins Dave Watson Jack Colline

Memphis Citizens Endure Ambitious Endurance Contest

In Senn, Sept 30, Memphis hosts enduring feats as participants finish an 8 hour bike ride then begin nonstop jaw motion trials. Raveny and Walker announce 24 and 48 hour targets while Murphy Gray pushes a 41 hour typing spree. A 108 hour bicycle riding record is then pursued as the event pivots.

Memphis Senn Ey Raveny Thea Ian Walker Murphy Gray Oller Ant Hoya

Bow and Richman Wedding Set Back

The marriage of Clara Bow the film actress and Harry Richman New York nightclub owner and actor has been postponed until the middle of November due to Miss Bow and Richman making pictures.

Bow Richman Los Angeles Clara Bow Harry Richman New York Miss Bow

Wife Plays Wrong Card Ends in Husband’s Death

In Kansas City on September 20 a quarrel over a card game led John G. Bennett to be shot and killed by his wife. After early tensions, the couple’s argument escalated until Mrs. Bennett fired, ending the dispute with Bennett dead.

Kansas City John G. Hennett Bennett

Coleman Tak Pler Denied Over Fifth Street Extension Petition

The city council split with tax commissioner Frank Hushick the lone dissenter as it denied F M Coleman’s petition to reopen hearings on Avenue A between Fifth and Fourth Streets. Coleman sought to contest a $4400 assessment claiming absence in Europe prevented protest and urging reduction. Street Commissioner Steffler presented the petition with tax department letters read to the council.

Frank ‘Hushick Bushick F. M. Colesman Fourth Street Tifth Fourth Streets Coleman Agaioet Europe Fan Steffer Council Tax Department

City approves varied city purchases and bank bond

City commissioners approved several buys including 8300 for metal stop signs 250 for a street extension display 509.50 for a Ford for the assessor and 205 for a museum display. A 1 900 059 bond for City Central Bank was accepted as the city depository with property value rising from 35 000 to 45 000 and an assessed value of about 10 000.

Wices Minnie Killy Polarig Street Witte Memorial Museum Werehonta Bille Aasessor'x City Central Bank Ibc City National Bank

Unclear medical claim about water and digestion

Fragmented OCR text asserts drinking water and certain substances aids digestion and constipation. Mentions Adiprika and SOTEL without clear evidence or sources. Contains nonsensical fragments and misspellings, offering no verifiable facts or context.

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