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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 28, 1930

Page

2

Government argues buyers of bootleg liquor liable in Supreme Court

Washington April 2 The government pressed in the Supreme Court a case over Mayer a buyer of bootleg liquor accused of conspiring to violate prohibition law The government asked whether buyers who know liquor is illegally transported to them are guilty of conspiracy while questioning if a buyer who obtains liquor from bootleggers without arranging transport shares guilt with the bootlegger The court’s decision will determine if purchasers bear criminal liability in such transfers The piece ends noting a home delivery push and a classified ad solicitation for money loans.

Washington B. C Supireme Ibelt Mayer

Parachute Jumper Saves Pupil In Flight Rescue

A professional parachutist leaped from a plane at 1800 feet to rescue a pupil over a lake near VAARANT. Despite strong winds and an aircraft malfunction, the jumper deployed his parachute to guide the pupil toward shore, where both were safely pulled to land. The rescuers were hailed for swift action and coordination during the emergency.

Vaarant Flv Pike Babrock Eiel Pil Tle Thunder Bory Labcock Knight Phil

Chamber Fails to Receive Referendum Requests on Endorsement

The chamber of commerce did not receive any requests for a referendum on endorsing the 175,000 bond issue. Manager Torter Whaley said the election timing prevented completion and the request would be granted if allowed. The referendum would decide if the board has the right to endorse the bond, not oppose or approve it.

Rhcamber of Commerce Lion Torter Whaley Chamber of Commerce Monroy Jesus

Bandits Beat After Weekend Robberies in San Antonio

Two robbers who attempted holdups in San Antonio over the weekend were severely beaten, with one victim taken to hospital. A separate incident saw a driver assaulted. another man recovered a weapon and fled. A Soldier at Fort Sam Houston suffered a skull injury and was hospitalized. A man on North Baseredo Street was wounded in the back during an apparent following incident near the Market house.

San Antonio Jesus Junridioln Seth Smith Milam Square Tunediclla Ong Fort Bam Houston Leonardo Rodriguez North Bas Redo Street

Value of Jellies and Jams in Everyday Diet

The piece extols the abundant summer fruit in markets and urges home canning or buying jellies and jams. It notes healthful fruit content and versatile uses with bread, roasts, puddings, and desserts, praising sugar in canning and everyday meals as approved by experts.

Segar Pd Dietitians AupEr Mn & Flayer Bogar Institute

Observer Maps Sub Location With Message Shown

An observer draws a map detailing the submarine’s location, writes a message on it, and the full plan is transmitted wirelessly exactly as recorded. The accompanying photo captures the map and inscription.

Dentist Now Denies Killing In Arkansas Confession Reopened

A St Louis Post Dispatch dispatch from Bentonville Arkansas reports dentist Deane J.Ben s of Columbia Missouri has reinitiated his confession that he murdered William Pearson a Columbia automobile mechanic in a $200000 life insurance scheme and named Casper Gillman of Freeburg Missouri as the actual slayer.

ST. Louis St. Lonis Post Dispatch Cor Aesti¢Niipak Tentonville Ark Deane Bens Columbia Ientiat William R. Pearronn Columbia Automobile Casper ‘Uilman Freeburg

Greeters Elect Officers at San Antonio Branch Meeting

The San Antonio branch of the Finkel Greeters of America held its annual officer election. H. C. Tay was nominated for president and Ki, BH. Olan was elected secretary. The Wednesday night meeting involved a hearing and a dance planned for the organization, with details on venues and costs.

San Anton Finkel Greeters of America Mintel H.C. Tay Anit Ki BH. Olan Venelit Organizelion

Trip of F Mogg to Mexico on official and business aims

An extended trip by F Mogg of San Antonin to Mexico is outlined with plans to visit the Mexican consulate in Nuevo Teno and nearby cities. He intends to secure three units for use and pursue association ties with Mexico, Paris, and other partners.

Vlans Tor F.mogg San Antonin Mexico Emil Manvehhile UN Orill Nuevo Teno Tunis Paton

Closing Exercises Held at School in Los Angeles

In Los Angeles on April 2S the closing exercises were held at a local school. Speakers included Albznty Leslie Cooper of Cotulla, who delivered remarks to students and attendees.

Las Angeles Tesna Winsing Los Angelou Albznty Leslie Cooper Cotulla

Marines Chief Barnett Dies in Washington Note

Maj Gen Barnett, commandant of the Marine Corps, dies in Washington. Casualty details are sparse in the brief dispatch, but the obituary confirms his death and his rank. Further information is expected in later editions.

Maj. Gen. Barnett

Prisoner 15 Lynched Near Plant City After Bombing Claim

In Plant City on April 28 a mob hanged a prisoner named Houma amid claims he planned the Waller home bombing. The body was found swinging by a woodcutter N M Whivis, while deputies searched for mob participants. Authorities linked Hoduz to dynamite planting but not proven in the Waller case.

Tamua Pla Jotepedas N. M. Whivis St. WD. Juurghin Wamdpa John Bortuz Lee Shesté Tobe Robinson Houma Hungary Bove Gorth Vint Tt. T. Toughin Ghe Ween Hudaa Mos Hoduz Robinson FL 8 Willaford J.T. Waller Plane City Waller Lit Phusrnilay Ciarge Hodaxz Willafords Wallers Yooy Hodazon Hulix Louis Poland Servia Halse Daxaml Argent Plant City Sieeold White Wan

Homeseekers Train Passes Through to Winter Garden

Homeseekers from northern points travel toward the Winter Garden district aboard a eight cars train in San Anconio Monday morning. The party then moved to Vorpus Christi for a few hours before continuing to Laredo Monday night. Chores F.C. Ladi, station agent, led the train.

Winter Garden District San Anconio Vorpus Christi Laredo F.C. Ladi Coloning Aivt

Legion Endorses CMTC Project at Camp Ballis

The Maina ports American Legion voted to endorse the CMTC project at Camp Ballis. The endorsement was made during a Monday meeting where eligible members discussed training programs funded entirely by the government and conducted at the camp from time 12 to 71.

Court Proceedings Ince LONPORATION Court Proceedings

A garbled court roster lists multiple individuals with penalties or fines of various amounts. Entries mention violations and sums such as 2, 3, and 83 dollars, with numerous names including Hines, Gonzales, Campa, Hernandez, Edwards, Garcia, Crowell, and others. The text appears as OCR garble, preserving names and monetary references but lacking coherent structure or outcomes.

Ince Lonporation Hines Hy Jennian Manuel Resonere Bing le Cs Wars Andres Pertz Joe Clark OM. Rosa Roy Mester Tarela Loeille I Geinin Prank Baier J. H. Spencer F. Browne Henry Sehelprr James Wilson Charles Beitien Manuel Divas Dave Tensor Pat Lamar He Marwhwih Praneisen Carona K. V Jose Edwards A. Pdef Wnett Michard Gensales Mitra Senate Varrance Ely Emil Garcia Guorrien Charlvanen Tridges Darla Stamires Cervanl

Staged Church Statue Slaying Shocks San Antonin

Unclear reports describe a brutal slaying near San Antonin involving a church statue and a religious relic. Police investigated a body found on San Carlos and Nueces streets with wounds indicating foul play. Suspects were detained for questioning as detectives pursued leads and a possible religious motive surfaced.

San Antonin Jess Bly San Carlos Nueces Msi Wwe Jesse Teun Beily Sas Thamypean Wit Garver Moleomain A. du Vogh Ines Ater

Man Tries to Get Jail Term Fails in Court

A man appearing at a local court faced charges and sought a jail term but was unsuccessful. He argued his long work history and residence, claiming he was a working man in need of guidance. The judge pressed for clarity as the defendant maintained innocence.

Man Hrulme Hurnbcook Hornbronk Dentend Ufifurr Sinclair Dave Waterond Hornbrook Unity San Ai

Schools Bill Report Nears Completion

Washington, Jan 2. The house committee on appropriations plans a final report on a schools bill as the measure nears completion. Representative Reece of Tennessee, chairman, said the panel was not ready to reveal details but expected action by tomorrow.

Wastlington Wennersee Reece Tennessee

Police Seek Man Who Caused Wreck

Police search for an unidentified motorist involved in a wreck that injured a Tula high school student and another person. The accident left a broken back and a possible neck injury. details are unclear in the damaged notice.

MSA. Kl Aywil Rele Summers Tula High Kehael Pation

Brothers Reconnect After 57 Years By Telephone

A fractured family story comes to light as brothers separated for 57 years converse over the telephone. The transmission links a Pittsburgh resident and a New South Wales traveler, sharing disjointed memories and updates from far apart shores.

Brothers Prevsovta F.C. Wotan Tobi Venta Wilson Sewienles Pittsburgh Rolf Railia

Death by Own Action Pact Linked to California Tragedy

In Reach California April coverage notes a rumored death by own action pact between two women, Mrs Doris Murr Palmer and another for a divorce dispute. The letter suggests a possible joint suicide plan. White, attorney for Palmer, says the life was taken by the two in a staged tragedy. Evidence remains translated and incomplete.

REACH Calif Apris Siaons Arete Ritubia Mra Doris Murr Talmer Mrthy Idiverceo Cormod Unitehy White Mienhi Guy Pater Hust Veller Palmer White Enetra Chile Qocheiner Valmor

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