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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 17, 1930

Page

2

Another Gangster Killed in Chicago

CHICAGO, April 17. After a period of quiet another gangster murder was committed. The victim was Joe Blew, a reported gangster and house robber. A woman identifying him as her husband Anaisted his name as Jor Caweron, a salesman who had recently moved to the city from Tennessee. Police fingerprint experts confirmed the identification.

Chicago Joe Blew Tenrold Esfe Che Ng Jor Caweron Tennessee

Ferguson and Love Plea for Vote on Ballot

Supreme court hears pleas from two gubernatorial candidates Ferguson and Love seeking mandamus to force the Democratic Executive Committee to print their names on the primary ballots. Love argues eligibility despite a claim two supporters were barred from the 1925 ticket. Ferguson asserts removal from office was pardoned by later legislative action and cites a repeal issue. Complete home rebuilding plans offered via Light Classified services.

Austin Supreme Court Nd Hefnerit Mandamuson State Democratic Executive Committee Cullen Jr. Thomas Dallas Renfro William H. Burges Fl Paso Ferguson James BE. Ferguson Hed Lava Committee Herbert Hoover Alfred E. Smith New York Mealy

Beverly Hills Postpones Presidential Election Debate

A fragmentary letter from Beverly Hills argues about small town decline and the absence of strong leaders. It critiques populist rhetoric and urges action to revive local character, referencing early 20th century concerns about democracy and small-town influence.

Mrs Hoover Hurt By Fall At White House

Mrs. Hoover suffers a back strain after a fall in her living room yesterday. White House physician Captain Boone says the injury is not serious though painful. The first lady, ill with a cold, plans to greet the Children of the American Revolution at a reception she could not attend by cart due to the fall.

Washington, D. C Hoover

Angler's Prayer Sought for Hoover Residence

Washington April 17 The Angler's Prayer is suggested for the president’s fireplace over the Rapidan Swamp. The verse requests blessing to catch a fish so large that others can speak of it without needing to exaggerate. The submission comes from RB Blackwell, president of Randolph College, via Swanroa of Virginia.

Washington, D.C Tlace Cornwall Hoover Rapidan RB. E. Blackwell Randolph Swanroa Virginia

Two Face Trial in Killing of Negroes in Fort Worth

John Alsup former city policeman and A P Boyl barber face examining trial today on charges tied to the murder of Will Tate and George Verrel, two African American men, during the First State Bank of Polytechnic robbery. Police Chief Henry Lee filed the charges. both suspects were arrested and held without bond.

Fort Worth John Alsup A. P. Boyl Om Carrea Will Tate George ‘Verrel Mltempcei First State Bank of Polytechnic Henry Lee

2 Byrd Ships to Sail for Panama

The steamer Eleanor Stalling with members of the Dyn Antarctic expedition travels from New Zealand to New York and later to Panama. The bark Cite of New York reached here on April 1 bearing another section of the expedition. The Eleanor Bedlings and the Pay of New York will proceed together Crane here in Panama.

Papele Tati Eleanor Stalling New York New Zealand Cite Eleanor Bedlings Thy Panama

Asylum Inmates Saved in Blaze

A fire swept through Antrim asylum last night, trapping inmates who were rescued by swift action. Fire crews battled the blaze as residents were led to safety, with no serious injuries reported.

Lake Erie High Waters Subside After Driving Dangers

Lake Erie's waters receded after a period of heavy rainfall and rising levels caused concerns for shoreline towns. Officials warned residents to remain cautious as flood risks eased but damage assessments continued across affected areas along the lakefront.

Lake Erie Jung

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