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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1930
Page
1
A sprawling column blends historical musings on women as pioneers with satirical forecasts. It touches on ancient homemaking, imagined future feats by famous figures, and a critique of drink and Prohibition, closing with a quirky note on planetary discovery and family genetics.
Cloudy conditions are reported with rain likely late Thursday night and Friday. Weatherman Jub Tarboo notes a cool spell, with light winds from the south and a high around the mid sixties.
In Washington a record attempt by Banater Himas,Democent, Virginia to recom mit the Harris immigration measure failed today. The measure included a repeal of a newly established tangential velging and faced finalRail vote next day.
A Thursday court session heard evidence before the Thirty-seventh District grand jury in Beant county elections inquiry. Attorney Latier Seebinson led the probe with witnesses summoned Wednesday, as Mexicans testified about residency and election involvement, amid notices of a wider inquiry and a crowded courtroom.
Potentate A. J. McKenzie of San Antonio was greeted Thursday by V. Youngworth imperial potentate of the Nobles of the Mystic Shrine. The chief was to be entertained in San Antonio and then proceed with the visit.
Washington officials report Princeton witness Roper told the house judiciary committee that the temperance cause suffers as it leans toward legalization. He warned against youth drinking and urged guiding boys toward college, criticizing college break downs and noting rising female drinking. He advocated prudent controls rather than absolute prohibition.
A garbled forecast fragment mentions cloudy conditions, possible showers, and easterly to southerly winds. It references Texas and Louisiana areas with uncertain temperatures and wind patterns.
Imperial Potentate Leo Youngworth of the Mystic Shrine visits San Antonio as local Shriners host a Thursday evening program at the Shrine Temple. Mel Vouneworth Warliughter Willie greets him on arrival. entertainment by Houston Variety, a marching band, and the Castéah Company features. After tours, Youngworth continues a nationwide Shrine temple tour before returning to Los Angeles.
A blaze destroyed the Inge colonial farm of Terk Ueonk a coal dealer in New York city area. Mr and Mrs Ceonke and their daughter were reported dead by firefighters with a fifth person missing after the early today fire.
A vivid parade unfolds in the town as Royal pageantry and a school float showcase captivate thousands. Princesses ride decorated floats from Bona Avon to Caerell, with marching bands, dancing schools, and civic leaders preparing for a finale of grandeur at the auditorium.
Wanted ads describe Hat Wells property listings with utilities built in and 20 percent cash plus 1 percent for nine months. A four room unit with private bath and garage on Vian Ness Street asks 40 dollars. Also notices Studebaker Torin at 16 dollars cash or terms and a brief call for young men under 23 for sales help, no stone workers.
A passionate critique denounces the U S prison system as a disgrace with overcrowded jails and overcrowded cells. It argues that lenient prohibitions hurled thousands into prison and calls for prevention over punishment while noting rising inmate numbers.
Ohio investigators pressed to hold prison officials accountable as chaos and deaths marked the state penitentiary fire. Widespread unrest, threats of violence, and armed guards surrounded the facility while the probe shifted to the men who aided in rescue and the wardens blamed for the disaster. The National Guard and Navy reserves were on alert as inquiries continued near the prison record room.
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