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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1930
Page
1
A miscellaneous column discusses domestic advice from Jenny Parrtraits and a warning against overholding power in marriage. It mentions Dr Paul Heylandt planning to cross the Atlantic in a rapid plane and notes cautions about religious doctines and public policy debates.
riot at the howard state prison in cilansinon florida on april 10 ends with two inmates killed and multiple injuries. guards and convicts clash as gas bombs are used and walls allegedly dynamited. victims include thomas macneal and peter champlain. guards peter mcvoy and marvin miller among the injured. police seize a stolen car as two visitors flee the scene.
Berlin reports a new ramjet motor enables aircraft to fly from Europe to America in hours. Inventors Mawer and Paul Heylands test the car powered by a mix of liquid alcohol and oils, with no smoke or gas, claiming near perfect combustion.
In Los Angeles on a Sunday dawn Colonel and Mrs Charles Lindbergh prepare to fly east in a monoplane. They will depart at dawn to Wichita Kansas for refueling before the final hop to New York where Lucy Lindbergh is to meet them. Lindbergh aims to explore the aerial regions about twenty thousand feet seeking fast and high flying.
In Washington on April 12 the press reports indicate growing opposition to Judge John J. Parker of North Carolina for the Supreme Court seat. Early polling suggests the nomination may be defeated, with private surveys showing Republican concerns over Parker’s candidacy.
A report from London states the Duchess of Lumeter, formerly titled, was placed on probation after a magistrate found her guilty on Monday of attempting a crime. She must report to court for behavior monitoring and complies with conditions.
A liner smouldered at the Jersey dock as fire crews responded today. The incident occurred at Anthony Palmer's dock where authorities secured the area and investigated the cause. No injuries were reported.
Washington April 19. The London three power naval treaty will be promptly considered and reported by the Senate foreign relations committee to aid administration ratification. Senator Borah Idaho Republican said hearings would likely start within two weeks and a prompt report to the Senate would follow after delegates return from London. House actions and adjournment prospects also loom as lawmakers weigh the pact and safeguards amid continued delay risks.
Delegates in London reached agreement to finalize the naval pact after Japanese approval. The American delegation planned to depart for Southampton to meet the US fleet, while Japanese leaders colored to Tokio, with the signing expected Tuesday barring last minute changes.
In Columbia Missouri retired dentist Andrew J. Ias confessed to the murder of Willie Pearman. Franklin J. Teagan, prosecutor, said the charge is first degree murder with the preferred against Ias.
The editorial blames President Hoover for favoring the League of Nations court despite Illinois Republicans voting 210,000 against it. It attacks Stimson Kellogg Briand Hughes and Hoover's claim of unity behind the court, arguing for public will over autocratic dictates and noting naval parity disputes.
Paris dispatch reports Raymond Poincare denying alleged inefficiency amid World War era tension. He says he will publish later recollections, praising Clemenceau while noting occasional errors and intent to recount the division’s history with admiration for the patriot who steadied France.
The correspondent defends Clemenceau’s memory amid renewed charges, noting personal knowledge of facts cited against him. General Wey expresses intent to counter any effort to tarnish the memorial figure, while the widow and family mourn, urging restraint to avoid misreading silence as acquiescence.
The article contends that claims Foch was an enlisted soldier are false and presents a corrected view of his true rank and role within the military structure. The piece continues on the next page for additional details.
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