03 Jul 1930
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Newspaper
Del Rio Evening News
Location
Del Rio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1930
Page
1
Barney Williams, a Black man, was sentenced to death by a criminal district court in Beaumont High School, following a 63 pm verdict. The case stemmed from an attack on Joyce Kellas, a year old girl, and sparked fears of further riots.
A Chicago scene reports a world endurance flight record surpassed by John and Kenneth Hunte after three weeks aloft. Cameraman J A Nesensoth of The News and EA Service captured aerial shots minutes later as the brothers achieved the feat at altitude.
Eighteen aliens arrested enter pleas for illegal entry to be heard in Federal Court in San Antonio Thurday afternoon. Prisoners moved from Del Rio as judge West delays in proceeding, with expected sentences of days retroactive and immediate releases for several held longer.
Ed Taylor, 36, long in a coma after a fall from a horse and kicking, will undergo skull fracture operation at a local hospital. His father, residing in Carrizo Springs, has reentered him for treatment. Taylor’s accident occurred while working for the Val Verde Irrigation Company near Del Rio.
The aircraft Southern Cross departed from Chicago to head west toward Salt Lake City en route to California. Lieutenant Kingsford Smith and the same crew that crossed the Atlantic aboard the Southern Cross will undertake two years of aerial globe trolling.
Representative John N Garner seeks protection for Texas truck growers opposing tariff reductions for green peppers and freed tomatoes. The West Coast Vegetable Association filed for a cut, but Garner and Lower Rio Grande Valley growers oppose any decrease. The tariff commission will review after a new organization is formed, with hearings to follow.
Joe King director of the band formed here recently announces another concert at Greenwood Park near the Hotel Roswell. The program starts at 8 30 oclock Thursday night and marks the second public appearance.
The Del Rio and Vicinity forecast calls for generally fair weather tonight and Friday. Yesterday’s high reached 95 and low was 77. West and East Texas expect similar fair conditions with continued warmth.
Austin July 3 Dr J C Anderson State Health Officer urged careful handling of fireworks and drinking on the eve of Independence Day. He warned real celebrations avoid hospital or cemetery casualties and emphasized safety to prevent injuries.
Del Rio rodeo performers dominated Sonora events during a two day celebration of the first railroad arrival. Jack Sellers led calf roping with an 18.35 second average, while J P Crosby placed third. Walter Saisch won steer wrestling with a ten second time, Tom Taylor and Cal Johnadn placed second and third in 10.3 and 12.2 seconds respectively.
Three men are jailed in Chihuahua City charged with participating in a Communist demonstration as the train carrying U S Ambassador Dwight W Morrow passed en route to Mexico City. They are accused of distributing circulars headed Down with Morrow.
The City of Chicago airship nears its 22nd day aloft with John and Kenneth Hunter at the controls. Notes from the pilots reveal a rift and strain as ground crews struggle to maintain harmony amid the extended flight and rivalries.
A man pleaded guilty to disturbing the peace at a San Felipe party Wednesday night. He was fined $1 and costs totaling 12 dollars 70 cents in corporation court on Thursday.
Claude D Lane announces he will campaign to win the Val Verde County clerk post as a Republican. He emphasizes restoring competition to Texas politics and pledges a vigorous campaign culminating in the November election. Lane, a Lampasas native and Delbio Sumner Co director, cites business ties and church membership as part of his profile.
A marriage license was issued Thursday morning to Benito Sanchez and Cosmo Maldonado. Notice of intention to marry has been filed in the county clerk's office by Alberto Ramirez and Maria Luna.
In Houston a 22 year old pedlar Antonio Anda attacked Juanita Morales 13 and stabbed Lorenzo Fuentes 45 a railway worker who died. Anda sought the girl by force and threatened kidnapping. Fuentes intervened and was killed in a rooming house brawl.
Plans to start reconstruction and expansion of the San Carlos irrigation project hinge on plans checks and equipment placement. A. J. Ranney of Waite Construction discussed a potential field office at Palestine and a $27,900 monthly Mexican government development budget as negotiations with local property admins proceed. The White Construction Company completes the Dan Martan dam near Nuevo Laredo with water already reaching El Centenario Lake.
A Del Rio man known as James "Pete" Shields owned a Ford roadster carrying several men. The vehicle failed to take a curve on the Loop Road corner near the Garden Park road and crashed into a post, tearing the top and bending the frame. One passenger, a negro, sustained minor injuries.
Liberty Texas July 3 A jury after two and a half hours returned a life sentence for John Swilley 71 in the Swilley home murder case of J H Hendrix Houston carpenter two years ago This was Swilleys second trial after a prior life verdict was reversed by a higher court
Del Rio judge C K McDowell running on the Republican ticket has spent no money and received no contributions for his bid as chief justice. State records show Clint C Small led with 6096.41 in expenditures and 6762 in contributions to his campaign fund.
Three year old John Long Morefield son of Mr and Mrs A Morefield was kicked in the face by a shed horse on the John Harrison ranch near Dryden He received cuts and bruises and was taken to Sanderson for medical aid sixty miles away before returning to Del Rio Then to the home of his maternal grandparents Mayor and Mrs Jnc Y Long An X ray showed no fractures The father was away fishing at the time of the accident
A schedule change by Lane's bus line, approved by the State Railroad Commission, will enable direct connections in Del Rio. Buses to Eagle Pass depart Del Rio at 8:30 AM and 2:30 PM, with arrivals from Eagle Pass at 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM. Arrivals and departures have been.
The Census Bureau reports Corpus Christi its 1930 population at 27,788 up from 1920 figures, reflecting a dramatic increase. Chamber of Commerce estimates reach about 33,000, while related Seguin data show 5,222 residents against 3,431 in 1920.
A joint Del Rio Texas and Villa Acuna Mexico investigation reveals a burglary ring with members in both cities. Led by a figure nicknamed Pancho Villa, the gang targets ranchmen homes while they are away, using cross border networks to move loot. Police plan charges as federal cases proceed and dress stolen from the V. Askew home ties arrests to a local store.
Police recovered missing merchandise from Montgomery Ward Cave Stool's store found in a vacant South Main lot. Items included two pairs of shoes a shirt a pair of trousers and silk stockings. wraped in newspapers near Dobkins garage. No arrests reported as officers continued investigation.
Lamb prices were strong lifting 19 cents while sheep remained steady at the Kansas City market. Receipts reached 2,000 head for lambs and 1,100 head for cattle with varied prices across killing classes.
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