04 Aug 1930
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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1930
Page
1
City finances reveal payroll expenses with figures showing wages paid and merchants bills settled. The record lists payments to A H Heck and Company for sewer work on Aransax Avenue and related charges as part of the general fund expenditures.
Officials of the Junior Chamber of Commerce expect about 200 attendees for a weeklong Institute of Business in San Antonio starting August, led by Kenneth Dameron, an economist from Rite Institute. Topics include methods of handling business and remedies for low mood and slack business decisions.
City engineer J Belt and city attorney T D Dobbs recommend approval of an ordinance granting Southern Pacific Railroad permission to build a spur across Probardt and Cevallez streets. The measure notes the railroad will fund about 1000 feet of permanent work in the vicinity and will complete the project as described.
Prohibition agents conducted week long raids. Two whiskey stills were seized near Stockdale and on a farm fourteen miles south of San Antonio. Six others, including Trafnel Silva and Jesus Bolveda, are jailed on bonds of 500 to 740 dollars for possession of beer. Additional arrests include A Williams, Nettie Neal, Juliana Navarre, and Mar Fetita Montosa for beer possession after raids on Laurel and Buena Vista streets.
Four charges at ostoule tu muriér were filed in the court of Justice of the Prace John 3 Chon Monday. Pedro Villareal and Fred Garein, both listed with addresses, are charged with oysaul in muriler in incidents tied to a fight near Matamoris and Leona streets. Waller Green, shot during the events, remains hospitalized. Emilions Fuentes and others are named in related charges as authorities pursue further action.
A weekend series of crashes in San Antonio and surrounding areas left one man dead, including Foresti Forest and multiple injuries to others. Victims include Esmond Korest and Franco Akers among civilians and workers, with hospitals treating drivers, passersby, and passengers. An array of collisions on Van Ness Street, East Ninth Street, and nearby avenues prompted police and witnesses to assist.
MexicoCity authorities announce a tightened immigration act to deter illegal entry. The reform imposes penalties from four years in prison and fines from 500 to 9500 dollars for each unlawful entrant, signaling a stricter national stance on border control.
A Pacific typhoon named Lundoy struck Japan sweeping a broad path across Gentil Japai and the Sea of Japan region, causing widespread death and destruction. The Taonilon Times reports at least fifty fatalities with continuing patrols and rescue efforts underway as authorities assess the damage and hazards.
San Antonians praise H and H Tea amid growing daily endorsements. Commisers ahem feet there fe om olendra Ghar cam ewinyare with LE and 4 fered. Flavor notes mention Switch to Wo and H toflas and the same refreshing taste.
A special term of the grand jury will convene in the upcoming summer session to consider criminal matters. The panel will review indictments and related proceedings, determining whether criminal charges should be brought or continued. The session aims to expedite prosecutions and ensure timely justice.
Judge We S Au will panel a grand jury for the Thirty- year- old district court term. The panel, directed by Judge Anthony Pavelka, will bring in 16 qualified men, 12 to be chosen. The grand jury meets August 4 to September 27 to review criminal docket including murder, robbery, burglary and firearms charges.
Shriners will entertain with a cyc ine and avem al dance on the inter hotel roof Tuesday. Lewis Bascom, clairman of the dance, is to preside. Music will be Ligow Broieh and his orchestra.
A terse notice states Major Griffits will retire in Florida. The document mentions relocation to Leeshurs and receiving instructions regarding retirement pay, with references to Can Neryle and Montay in the reading. The message implies formal orders directing reimbursement changes and post service assignment, without further details.
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The record heat wave and drought extend through Kansas and neighboring states, driving up temperatures above the century mark in places and triggering warnings. Farmers face reduced crops as Mississippi River drought conditions strain irrigation and supplies. Weather experts note scarce rain, with high temperatures persisting from the Pacific Northwest to the Southeast, while cooling fronts fail to relieve widespread heat.
Descriptive note details an extreme heat wave setting records in multiple Kansas cities including Wichita and Abilene. Reports indicate the Jayhawk region reached historic highs with temperatures around 100 plus degrees, while other locais logged record or near record heat. The piece mentions related weather impacts and widespread heat warnings across the area.
In Siington C a damaged report notes Grange leaders and farmers facing upheaval as President Hoover weighs in on national Grange concerns. The piece references the White House, interstates, freight disruptions, and calls for immediate action by the Board of the National Grange to aid farmers.
Steffler received a 30 day vacation with Mant Epeelt- Vier wae crane H Obitay Inave Af ate sence Mandas by the ting raanet. Steffler left Patartas altringon at San Draneleen, Callen attend the Janiual meering of the Order of Rauls.
The City of New York carrying a crew attempting the around the world voyage with Geof Leipelen ends in a wreck at dawn after a failed takeoff. Pilot Wat iE reports serious but non-fatal injuries to crew and notes extensive damage to the plane while investigators begin damage assessment and plan to resume the flight with another aircraft.
The report quotes Mayor C. Mi and other officials debating the disposal plant’s quality and safety. Residents allege construction issues and mismanagement, while employees defend operations and claim expert oversight from multiple sources.
The city accepted library construction and related public works in San Antonio on Monday. Walter Tasch, the city auditor, stated the total cost for the open air theater project is 3217 SIAL, with work completed and paid. Remaining bills amount to 18701 to be held for payment.
MENICO CITY Avs 4 I Biluardo Noguera an archaeologist from northern Vera Cruz reports discovering an archaeological site about 27 miles south of Tampico. The area shows traces of several ancient civilizations, with indications of Tuletenn and Ata zai citions amid dense vegetation and overgrowth.
Siegfried Wagner, son of composer Richard Wagner, died in Bayreuth at age 61. The report notes his death occurred recently, detailing his lineage and connection to the famous German musician.
Aug 4 Montheal reports early repairs delayed to cover torn section of damaged dirigible. Weather clears as patchwork begins to fit, with welds and reinforcements planned. damage assessed near three hundred hours estimated.
Former local officer, native of Gatnenyilipy Texas, died recently after service in GilS iespie county. He moved to San wtanin five seat ape. He is survived by wife Mary McDougall and three daughters, plus three sisters and three brothers. Services at St Joseph's Ustaale with Meve M. Hehoetzer officiating. Burial at 110 Naveen street.
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