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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1930
Page
1
An eccentric column discusses birds and humans, quoting Deterding on oil industry futures and Wilbur Pertman’s wit. It notes willful misdirections in travel, human ambition, and the curious link between a race of birds and mankind’s own path, ending with a reflection on jealousy and fate.
A deputy was wounded in the arm while handling a crowd at a Friday night event. The weapon, a cadet pistol, was reportedly carried in a bolster holder by a man identified as Gricol. Police notes say the suspect left the hospital after learning charges were filed.
In a fog collision off Heligoland the American liner President Harding struck and sank the British collier Kirkwood. The Kirkwright’s crew were taken aboard the President for assistance as repairs were planned. The incident occurred near Marburg after the Kirkwright’s damage was assessed.
Italian pair take Capri honeymoon as they travel from New York. The couple, Margaini and Galeaz2, plan a brief trip to unwind after wedding festivities.
Havana April 26. Dr Arintiles Argeamonty, a Cuban physician and surgeon, was named by President Machada to represent Cuba at the Ter a State Medical association meeting in Mineral Wells May 4. He will lecture on Cuban sanitary progress.
A fragment recalls a Confederate armageddon scene near Atlanta. Major Argadale warns that Sherman’s forces will not buy or harrow the area, highlighting a tense military standoff over Confederate territory and control.
A weather forecast warns of cloudy skies Saturday night through Sunday in San Antonio and West Texas. The official statement notes a cool, unsettled pattern with showers possible and temperatures near or below freezing at times.
Durkee was appointed chairman of a supervising committee at the census bureau to check all census results. Waller Walthall, president of the chamber of commerce, announced the plan for Saturday. Durkee will send letters to commercial organizations and will be aided by civic clubs school principals and the fire and police departments.
A newborn daughter named Virginia was born to Amos, radio star, and his wife at a city hospital on a Wednesday night. The couple, tied to the Fresh Air Daai company, announced the birth amid a civilian filing context and a reported name Depenchant.
Fragmented OCR text notes warm and cool weather words with wind details and mentions 8 decrees and forecasts for Thursday through Sunday. It references temperatures around eight degrees, light to moderate winds, cloudy conditions, scattered clouds, and Texas forecast for Saturday and Sunday with parity claims.
German airship Graf Zeppelin toured over London on a peace flight cruising above Wembley and central London before heading toward the east. The craft carried 11 passengers and crew, including Lady Brambond-Gray, as crowds watched from the ground during the football cup final.
Experienced salesman recruited by Austin Ira must have honest efficient work record. See 1928 Chevrolet Console terms. Lily offer curious dye free on your house. See Class. 13. Would paper your home for 29 ream boiler now ceiling. See Class. 26.
Bright April sun crowns San Antonio pageantry as hundreds crowd the business district to view floats and racing cars during Fiesta Week. The Battle of Flowers parade is set for 2 PM, with bands, schools, and children’s pet parade in auditorium plaza. After the parade, floats will join 500 children at the Jamon to honor heroes of independence.
Senate group opposing justice John J Parker's confirmation claimed enough votes to defeat his Supreme Court nomination. The record notes April 20 in Washington and notes F-enough votes to reject the nomination.
Market text shows mixed bids and prices with scattered figures such as May, October, and December values. Colton remains steady with unclear dates and small bid variations. Overall tone suggests cautious openings and uncertain demand in a grain or commodity market.
Photo shows Postmaster G. Lucas of San Antonio accepting from R. E. Jones, secretary of the Exchange club, the first air mail letter to be sent from this city to South American continent.
Devotion to duty ended in tragedy when Charles J. Moule 55 died after warning a speeding driver of danger near 824 BMas field boulevard Friday evening. Four others were injured as a switch engine neared a crossing and a car struck Moule and a man named Donley. Dooley, railroad employee, was later identified by a son-in-law. Police seek the car driver. Other accidents left A A Quint seriously hurt, Sisto Guajardo recovering, Jesus Lopez slightly injured, and Alderman Merelboot hospitalized after vehicle collisions.
Four of sixteen criminal cases against Kenneth Wimer of Wimer Richardsen Co accuse swindling and theft by bailee. The offenses involve sums of 1090 1000 and 5195 with one count of embezzlement. Wimer faced a grand jury in 1944 and posted bond totaling 16 400. Receiver Graham Dowdell was appointed last fall in Forty fifth District Court, with the firm placed in receivership before Judge J. G. Gayle.
Washington dispatch reports General Ying Ching, Chinese Nationalist commander, pledging to swiftly exterminate Communist brigands threatening American missionaries at Kanchow. The pledge follows rising tensions as Nationalist forces confront Communist elements in the region.
A San Antonio Exchange Club plan outlines a 15000 mile airmail trip with Col. Charles A. Lindbergh piloting a nonstop Miami to Uruguay route. The mail, not routed through New York, travels to Miami then Mayana Cuba and Caribbean paths before Montevideo and on to New York. Local organizers list EB Somes as secretary and Mathis as president with Sheeth meeting at the St Anthony hotel for breakfast.
Prominent singer Schumann Heink offers parental guidance framed as practical tips for child care. The remarks touch on discipline, hygiene, and daily routines, urging consistency and long term wellbeing for the home environment.
A fragment reports a schoolteacher missing in a forest near Woot. The victim, 21 to 26, described as Maud Nene ztinoor, was last seen wandering alone in the woods seeking escape from an unsafe home or school. Quebec, April, mentions unrelated travel notes about WT Crawford’s North and South American bicycle tour.
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