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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 29, 1930

Page

2

Highway Man To Be Given Medal

Harral Vlen will receive the Royal Order of Isabel la Catolica, the highest Spanish crown honor, at a ceremony Tuesday at Mrs. Betty Drought’s home. He will be titled Knight Commander as Senor de la Orden, with reception and conferring of the decoration attended by officials and supporters from the Spanish tral association and local clubs.

United States Betty Drought Harral Asres Vaio de Ubarri Gwreston Spain Harral Vlen Ores Senor Abarsi Weary Drouatt Enrique Sanvibanez Casul Mexico William Larstter Pablo de Ubarri Galveston Harral Ayres Isabel la Catolica

Floral Exhibit Texas Blooms Feld at Museums

A Doral exhibit of native Texas flowers opens Tuesday at the Witteau room and continues through Wednesday. Displays include a Venus flytrap like plant derived from decaying matter, a blooming pitcher plant, and a jeek in the pulpit. Donated pieces include a cactus from the Bir Ben district and plants from Mrs. Georgia Maverick Harris and Mrs. H. C. Lawenn.

Texas Witteaueeom Becta Mra Dean Spence Palestine Mexico Georgia Maverick Harris Bir Ben Otto Hacbauer H. C. Lawenn

Prison Mutiny Sparks Military Takeover and Shooting

United States troops fired on convicts in the prison yard after moving into the facility, then entered the cell block to address the mutineers. Governor Myers Y. Cooper was informed that the prison remained under military occupation. Warden Amanda Thomas, stepping from her office, was forced to leave as deputies and officials monitored the unrest.

Myers Y. Cooper Amanda Thomas Werden J. C. Wivdard Werden Thomas Hans

Tilted motor officer questioned after arrest mix

In a confused report an unnamed motor officer confronts questions about a tirade involving a defendant named Matthews. A law officer testifies that the suspect claimed identity, with the court hearing prosecution remarks and defense attorney statements in a rapid exchange.

Coste Prepares for Transatlantic Flight from Paris

Anil reports Coste plans trial flights in a renovated Qneet plane in Paris as preparation for a transatlantic attempt from New York. The French flyer aims to begin test hops before a possible May departure.

Coste Paris Anil Willmcoublay Fie Jalay New York Anid Coste

Communists Given Jail Terms in Athens Trial

A chaotic OCR text reports multiple jail terms issued to individuals described as Communists in Athens. It mentions trials, May dates, and various names and phrases, but the details are unclear and portions of the report are garbled.

Athens

Hoover's Dry Program Faces Congressional Jitters

Washington April 2 A sweeping Hoover prohibition reorganization faces legislative resistance as divisions simmer over the juryless trial plan and adjournment near June 1. Key measures include a unified border patrol plan, prisoner expansion, and a bill moving prohibition authority to the justice department amid Senate and House deliberations.

Washington, D.C Hester Auy Mgr. Hoover Tra House Christopherson South Dakota Hoeb Kansas Interstate Commerce Senate Hoover Congress Rami Treasury Justice Departments Judiciary Committee House Judiciary Committee Coast Guard District of Columbia Longworth

2 Killed 5 Hurt in India Battle

Bombay April 20 Pathany fighters clashed with Nanvaan villagers near Nasik. Two Pathany and five villagers were killed or wounded in a fierce encounter as villagers gathered after an alarm. Pathany were armed with knives and plowshares while villagers used improvised weapons.

India Bombay Nasik Pathany Nanvaan Pathana

Census Returns Show Small Increases Across Counties

Historical census data lists population changes by counties such as Menard Lampasas and Williamson with modest gains and several declines. Figures include Gurdian totals like 51657 and 204% increases in some regions, while others report decreases or minimal growth across districts like Cole County and Harlington.

New York Delegation Voices Plea on London Treaty

After three months of talks the American delegation to the naval conference in London returned aboard the Leviathan declaring they were pleased with the treaty. Secretary Stimpson asserted disarmament could be achieved gradually as a long term goal for international peace and goodwill.

New York London U. S Leviathan Henry L. Stimaon Angl Naval Texas

Rain and flood relief after persistent Texas storms

Local weather and rainfall totals across Texas report heavy rains from Cotulla to Cotulla and Cotulla near the Mexican border, with six to eight inchfalls causing road blockages. San Antonio sees warm lows and potential storms into Tuesday night while agriculture braces for later harvests as carrots cucumbers and other crops respond to the moisture.

San Antonio Liverlock J. H. Jordae Weashre Bureau San Antonin Jarboe Linton Weather Bureau Winter Garden Cotulla Agharton Crystal City Uvaldeane Dilley Cartito Springs del Rio Corpus Cheiati Anglia Abilene Victoria Wort Generaux Aspermont Mtonewall Panhandle North Texac Howth Texan Cotstada Twhbock Crosbyton Sudan Easton Tacknes Paria Port Worth Tallan Ban Marcon Eilinburg Wichity Falls Plainview Cebigene Quanab Children Peco Hochester Munday Jarksboro Kawie Midland Hankell Pampa Merkel Sweetwater IM Rig Lamean

Invention and Time Waste Satire by Will Rogers

Beverly Hills dispatch mocks modern talk and invention. A rambling speech references trains, phones, and a paradoxical view of efficiency. The piece parodies American society, urging reflection on how time is spent and the role of invention.

Beverly Hills Cylif Canada London Mie Jones Atep Dha Avinmahile Awleaman Jess Congress America Will Rogers

Jury Resumes Inquiry Into Poll Tax Cases

The Thirty seventh Tiisleirt court grand jury resumes its investigation into alleged irregularities in issuing poll taxes to aliens in Bexar County. With about 20 witnesses present, the jury convenes in its eighth and final year of work, continuing the probe into paperwork and receipts linked to poll tax collections.

Tiisleirt Court Bexar Nession

Bond issue in jeopardy as meetings split on $4,075,000 plan

Two opposing rallies and one pro bond gathering are planned Tuesday night over a $4,075,000 bond issue. Proponents will rally at Patman Sullivan Park with speakers including J B Shumona Te Ro Watking and Commissioner Pll Weight. Opponents convene at Maverick Park Broadwer Tenth Streets with CET. Asche presiding, while another antihond rally is set at Crockett School Commerce Street with Hugh Robertson and others. McAllister plans a broadcast from bonuster station RSP at 7 7. m. Tuesday Ty Rouner will speak for bonds 10 to 101 p m and Commissioner Paul Steffler over KYRA 8:30 to 8:43 p m.

Raglio Imtman-Sullivan Park New Bravufels Town Weet Charlie Groach J. B. Slhumona Te. Ro Watking Hell Maverick Park Broadwer Tenth Streets Asche Preatilt John Boste Weyee C. Dads Maury Stav Erick Crockett School Wert Commerce Street Hugh Robertzon W. M. Figen Waller Tynan A- Ble Ag McAllister Neain RSP Turaday Ty, Rouner Paul Steffler Kyra

City of San Antonio Suit Against Chambers in Audit Case

City of San Antonio pursues a legal action against Chambers and others over alleged violations and city expenditures. The petition seeks a published statement of the city’s financial condition and a statewide distribution. Judge Frederick Stevens to preside as proceedings begin.

Chame Hers Steffier Bushick Mubdiola Ipa Elty Illegert Miministrafio Thomas Cobb City As Homes Heaeine City of San Antonio CM. Chambers Sothery Frederick Stevens

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