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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 03, 1930

Page

8

Breckenridge Firm Wins Bid To Build Chimpanzee Cage

A Breckenridge firm received a contract to construct a chimpanzee cage on the earth side of Mnem Ry island. The winning bid was $1400, beating a $1000 offer from Alama ton Works. The cage will measure 16 by 12 feet and be built with city labor.

Seufein Actus Iron and Bel Thursdas Mnemry Island Breckenridge Fark Pacchublole Alamaton Works Ty F. A. Sullisan Une Koological Bound

Kruschen Salts Appeal Draws Wise Americans Worldwide

Hundreds of thousands of Americans seek Kruschen Salts for health benefits. The ad touts the daily dose as a simple path to improved digestion, liver and kidney function, and overall vitality, claiming elimination of constipation and increased vigor. It promises measurable benefits in a short period and urges purchase through local druggists.

America Milliuna Somnerk

Hawks Take nF From TUS Bulen

Obit April continuing his transcontinental glider Highs. Bronk Hawks departed from a teeming fog delayed flight from Bakersfield to St. Louis with a planned stop at Springfield Missouri after Claremore Vinita and Miami Oklahoma. The Gaunt glider Eaglet towed by a small biplane piloted by J D Jeenigan Jr left San Diego for New York City as an experiment in rider freight and passenger aerial trains. Captain Hawks landed at Garland Airport at 8 25 PM completing 605 miles of a 2600 mile trip and was honored at dinner.

Bronk Hawks Feamadlava St. Louis Springfield Claremore Vinita Miami Okla Esse St. Louis J- D. Jeenigan Jr San Diego Califlage New York City Rideras Hayks Garland Lovee

City Settles Politis Suit Over Brackenridge Park Rent

The city and A. D. Politis settled a rent dispute over Brackenridge Park Thursday. Politis paid 1500 in cash and transferred property and other considerations valued around 1200 each due in October 1910 and April 1911. The city had sought 512,798.39, alleging unpaid rent and seized park assets including buildings valued at about 7000, plus $200 cash on hand and $1000 of merchandise previously retained after the seizure.

A. D. Politi Brackenridge Park Tolitis Politis T. D. Dobbs Jr Politia Roy Lambert

Hoover links Americas by long distance call

A telephonic ceremony linked North and South America with live talks among White House officials and leaders in Chile Uruguay and Argentina. President Hoover greeted Chilean President Ibanez and Uruguayan President Campisteguey via the transcontinental circuit while acting Secretary of State spoke with the American ambassador in Buenos Aires.

Washington, D. C North South America White House Santiago Chile Montesiden Uruguay Buence Aires Argentina Hoover Ibanez Camp

Sergeant Farrar praised for coolness in plane crash

Staff Sergeant Almon S. Farrar of Doddfield was commended by Major General William Lagailer and Air Corps chief Fechet for his actions after an aerial pilot crash on February 6. Farrar, a passenger, warned the pilot, aided the craft, and prepared to jump with his parachute, risking his life to save others.

Almon S. Farrar Doddfield Churchar William Lagailer Zsghib Corps Arco Sej Geo Jemea E. Fechet Air Corps Warrar Raibed Kelly Ciell A. B. Orr

Moody Set to Veto Pipeline Fund Bill

Vice Governor Moody signaled plans to veto the pipeline fund appropriation passed by the legislature. He argued the move would hamper the railroad commission’s ability to enforce the new pipeline law and provide cover for opponents of the measure. The railroad chief supervisor warned the veto would force costly delays and misuse of allocated funds.

Moody Austin Apell Mondas Wl. Parker Comials Sisd Parker Turadiy Railroad Commission

2000 Teachers Attend Edinburg Convention

About two thousand teachers and instructors gathered in Edinburg Texas on April 3 for a two day convention of the Texas State Teachers association South division. The meeting aims to discuss curriculum standards and teaching methods.

Edinburg Texan Ofayp Houth Te Division Texas Hlate Teathers’ Association

Month-Term Plan for Public Schools Suggested

Fort Worth educators heard a plan by St T Bull secretary of the Texas State Teachers association for year round operation of public schools to solve financial and building idleness problems. He proposed 17 week terms with two sessions yearly, claiming it would cut inefficiency and bond costs while easing family hardships and teacher shortages. He cited Nashville Newark and Marion in support of 12 month school years.

Fort Worth Texas St. T. Bull Texas State Teachers* Association Lis Social Service Club Elis Nashville Tenn Newark N- 3 Iowa

Death in Arkansas ties to $200000 insurance plot

In Benton County Arkansas investigators probe a deadly scheme after authorities identify a body found near Gravette as William Robert Pearman of Columbia Missouri. Kansas City landowner A J Bases is jailed on first degree murder charges amid conflicting identifications from insurance workers and a key witness.

Bendonville Ark Harley Gravette Willian Robert Pearman Columbia Benton Vounts Toftay Pearman A. J. Bases Landowier Kansas City Hass William Talta Martinsboro Base Beta Falta Bass Ax Folta Pratt ‘Powell

Fler in Crash May Lose Sight of Eyes

Doctors warned that Tom Kennedy a 24 year old man from West Hussarde may lose sight after a crash at Mission Burial Park on Moon Wednesdays. Kennedy was keeping ship when the accident happened and is under complete observation for internal injuries though no bones were broken.

Fler Tom Kennedy West Hussarde Lian Nier Mission Burial Park Moon Senta Rogaine Filmore Athough

Bank Robbery Case in Denton County Court

A Denton County court today heard charges against a bank robber tied to multiple offenses. The suspect faces counts of bank robbery turkey theft and assault murder and burglary with bail set at more than $25 000 in bond. Most charges are pending in the fire court as officers raid a related site.

Dallas Roma Yanco Hrors Goseyear Sines Denton Liberty Turkey Bas Besen Ytaja Tor

Dairy Score Honor Won by Rannefeld NUNGE Texas

Dairy cattle show coverage highlights Rannefeld NUNGE earning top dairy score with high quality milk and overall merit. Leonard Dreyer second, Ralin Meynothe third, and Lambert Sommer fourth in the extended judging event as attendees noted strong performance through the night segment.

Rannefeld Nunge Texas Ogene Hanmnefeld Sean Waxel Leonard Dreyer Rerand Ralin Meynothe Lambert Sommer Tey

Valley Hosts Three Aviation Clubs in the Valley

Valley area gains three new aviation clubs this week led by Lex Mauldin from the Southern Aviation Transport. Clubs formed at McArren ten, Fainburg, and Brownsville aim to recruit members and train pilots, expanding regional aviation interests.

Valley Meatlen Texan Unul AL Rownhile Aneh Onvaniotnn Lex Mauldin Southern Air Tanaport Pirponeny Ihe Crlube McAb Ten Fainburg Brownsville

Concealed Wool Not Smuggled in Libel Case

New York date in April, a jury in a libel proceeding found that a bale of wool wrapped for concealment had no smuggling intent. The case against Robert W. A. Wood of Philadelphia centered on whether outer wrapping protected the costly wool rather than hiding contraband. One bale was opened in court as the defense argued the wrapping served protection, and the jury upheld that claim.

Inbeeryad Stree New York Federnl Cvort Robert W. A. Wood Philadelphia

Cuero man killed by falling electric light pole

Walter J. Dalby, 22, employed by Central Power and Light, died after a heavy electric light pole fell while a construction crew raised it in Cuero. He suffered a lung hemorrhage from a broken rib and his wife and 1 year old son survive. He had worked in Guadalupe district four months after transfers from Valley and North Texas before moving to Cuero six weeks ago. Burial set for Tuesday in Mineola.

Cuero Walter J Central Power and Light Company Dalby Power Guadalupe Valley North Texan Teras Power Company Tongmere Mineola

Veteran Wins War Risk Suit in Kerrville Court

Andrew J Gibbs, a disabled World War II veteran of Kerrville, won a war risk insurance suit after a jury verdict in the U S district court. The case contested whether disabilities were war related and payments previously halted by the government. An appeal notice was filed by veteran bureau attorney Charlen Ty Guinn and attorney Mohn bs at torney. Trial of another veterans claim by Jt F Faoning of Kerrville began in federal court Wednesday afternoon.

Andrew J. Gibbs Kerrtlle Bursites Weilnes Gibbs Charlen Ty Guinn Veterana’ Bureau Mohn Bs Aartman Biatriet Tria! Ns Jt. F. Faoning Kereville Weap United States

Lone Bandit Robs Virree Tire Station No 6

A lone bandit entered Virree Tire Station No 6 at 2000 Fredericksburg Road Wednesday night and held up manager J Kuykendall, stealing 25 from the cash register. The description: about six weeks pregnant. weighs 124 pounds. wore a gray top coat and blue suit. Stanley Dunbar, 16, was present. Police reported the robber may have fled in a car or on foot.

J. Kuykendall Virree Tire Company Fredericksburg Jord Runtat Bs Police Thursda Kusken- Arw Cnah Register Stanley Dunbar

Uncle Sam Punishes Nephews For Not Answering

Washington D C April 3. A long ago warning warned that some might refuse to answer questions. Any person who willfully refuses or neglects to answer any of the questions shall be guilty of a misdemeanor. Penalty up to 60 days in jail or a fine not exceeding $10. False answers carry stiffer penalties including fines up to $1,000 and imprisonment up to one year.

Washington, T.C

Two Jailed After Seizure of Stills

Two men were held in the county jail Thursday following a prohibition rally Wednesday afternoon. A substantial quantity of whiskey was seized and confiscated. Vincente Aguirre and Valentine Gunjalo were detained after hearings before a local magistrate. Charges include possession and manufacturing whiskey.

Mask Whitney Vincente Aguirre Fendle Atreet BKK Valentine GunJaldo Ingutred Rone Tend United Biates Immer Fath

South Texans Protest Land Action Against Detroit Bureau

South Texas chamber of commerce protests Detroit bureau tactics over valley land sales and flood danger claims. Leeman urges a formal probe and an independent inquiry in Wisconsin and across Eastern bureaus. The dispute centers on alleged biased publicity aiming to deter Texas land investment in Lower Rio Grande valley.

Detroit Hetter Business Bureau South Texas Lower Rio Grante Valley South Texas Chamber of Commerce Detroiters Stey Seeman Recett Wisconsin Heat State Flickers Texas Jan Valley East Tesas Lands Leeman Detroit Bureau Kobler Wisconsin Leemay Detroit. Bureau Arga South Texan Chamber of Commerce Leem Cermittee Detroit John I. Newman Wisconsin Heal Estate Rakers Davidl Wisconsin Board San Antonio Newmann Boarl Texas Land Companies

Death of Paul Miller Tied to Embezzlement Case in McAllen

Edinburg April 3. Paul Miller, dead six days, named among McAllen's prominent citizens, is drawn into a court filing over embezzlement by Valley Building & Loan. The petition seeks a receiver for Miller property, alleges $204,000 misappropriated as treasurer, and claims funds were misused for church gifts. Doris Miller seeks to block actions on his estate, with requests to include a $1,000 baby grand piano, jewelry, and high value autos in the receivership.

Edinburg Trias Paul Miller McAllen Yeeteellay Vailey Building & Loan Miller Magediation Weil Hin Contern Agnelatiana Mra Doris Miller Fe Ene Itt Aten

Man admits large fund shortage in Boston firm

Searke A. Rivining, Boston representative for Philadelphia cotton merchants, surrendered at Stik Street police station reporting a shortfall of 457213 dollars in his firm’s accounts. Authorities noted the amount and described it as a major financial discrepancy tied to the Winchester Boston connection.

Boston Mass Searke A. Rivining Winchester George H. McFaddten Philadelphia Stitk Street Joan

Judge Dismisses Traffic Charge

A courtroom report describes 16 year old Mellhenny and a 14 year old as youths in a city case. McKlhenny faced speeding charges in the 1000 block of San Pedro Avenue and received a fine. Judge Dave Watson ruled the youths were minors and dismissed the charge amid questions from Motorcycle Officer B I Jackson.

Mellbenny Sr Tina Thureday Mcklbrnng Dave Watson B. I. Jackson Hope San Pedro Avene McTmhenny Diakge Watson Melhanns Jurindle

Glycerin Mix For Constipation Described In Adlerike Notes

A fragmented antique entry outlines a simple glycerin mix with bark and herbs claimed to ease constipation and bowel cleansing. It mentions stomach relief and general bowel movement aid, attributed to Adlerike style remedies, with cautions on dosing and preparation unclear.

Ada Employment Showcases Linbt’s Chest Roles

Ada presents job openings highlighting Linbt’s chest themed roles. The listing notes opportunities in engineering design and public relations with emphasis on Ada collaborations and project timelines. Community members are urged to apply through the Linbt portal by a specified date.

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