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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1930
Page
16
A curbing discussion on Russian policy and U S reactions spans tariffs dumping charges and potential retail price impacts. It cites officials like Guggenheim funding rocket experiments and Goddard’s upper atmosphere research, plus crime and gang activity glimpses, all framed in a 1919 style editorial voice.
Washington Aug 4 President Hoover overhauled army promotion rules by discarding strict seniority in favor of merit based appointments. The move elevates officers like Maj Gen Samuel Morrison while bypassing long rank order, triggering opposition in congressional hearings next winter and fueling intense army discussion.
A sensational 1930 report claims the Prince of Wales promised to wed within a year if the Duchess of York bore a son, preserving the throne for a male heir. The disclosure traces through intimate royal circles, noting the duchess’s age and the unborn child’s gender as pivotal to dynastic fate.
Shadowland on Blanco road reports a Monday burglary where two men entered the club, opened a small safe with about $10,000 in cash and negotiable papers, and fled after forcing Castillo to stay at the scene. Deputies Ginder and Davis investigated. the victim described a masked suspect pointing a pistol while others looted and escaped.
London reports Cyril Clancy, Liverpool police court commissioner, counsels a troubled wife to observe her husband before marriage. He urges testing his character by monitoring behavior, offering cautions about affection, care, and social standing in a blunt editorial style.
Weather forecast predicts warm conditions with light to moderate southerly winds. Tuesday’s high near 18 degrees with a low around 14 degrees. Monday recorded 85 degrees and Sunday 90. Monday night expected partly cloudy skies.
Washington Aug 4 Ambassador Dwight Morrow proposed selling Colorado River project water to Mexico to liquidate American plains claims. Mexico City rejected the plan today as stated. the scheme would have directed half the river water to Mexico and resold it to the United States to raise funds.
Los Angeles August 4 police raided a dice game on East Sixtieth street after a man fled. The 19 year old boy, named William Tecams, was shot and killed by Patrolman L. R. Wesant as he ran from the scene.
An aftershock struck the Italian towns of Molfi and Rionere about ten minutes after noon, causing reported damage. Officials from CPI-A noted a fresh earthquake activity near Potenza, with residents reporting tremors and structural concerns.
New York reports a dramatic fire at a famous arena destroying the New York locale. Fire officials stated the blaze began in the auditorium area and rapidly consumed the structure, causing extensive damage and prompting evacuations nearby. Authorities investigate cause and assess losses to the venue and surrounding businesses.
In the Want Ads a 1998 Trodge Coupe and a Gerligder are listed among items for sale. Clara, a 64 year old stenographer is sought, with salary ranges shown. A cigar stand and beverage service are advertised under downturn terms, with $1600 on own terms. Reads like a cluttered classifieds page with scattered notes.
Earl Ramsey of the Shadowland nightclub stands by a shattered strongbox after a Sunday night break in. Thieves failed to open a second rear safe that reportedly held a large sum of money.
Washington Aug 4 Democrats intensify opposition to the Smoul Hawley tariff law. Senator Swanson of Virginia presses revival of the six weeks’ idle period while the Democratic National Committee cites agriculture concerns. The party warns of market turmoil if the act remains in effect and pledges a strong closing push as protests mount against the tariff wall.
Croydon airport prepares to welcome Amy Johnson a 23 year old British flyer who recently completed a flight from England to Australia. She departed Vienna at 7 00 am for London and is due at Croydon at 6 pm today amid wartime style hero welcome plans.
A Hollywood aviator began an oversea journey from United airport at dawn heading toward Kansas City and Roosevelt Field in New York, tackling a perilous first leg as part of a world tour.
The city will grant 660 feet of Tawson street to the school board and receive 3202 feet of Burnet street for extension. The change opens a new crossing over railroad tracks and improves access to Exposition Grounds. City Attorney Dobbs Jr. was authorized to prepare the required papers.
A severe heat wave bakes the Midwest and East as crops suffer heavy damage especially in Kansas and Illinois. Kansas City records 107 with Ashland Kansas hitting 101. Michigan victims rise with drownings. Maryland Delaware and Gettysburg face water shortages and restrictions. Continuous heat claims several drownings and farm losses across the region.
A damaged weather blurb reports cloudy conditions with moderate to strong winds and a warning of a Monday to Tuesday temperature shift. It mentions a rain and storm outlook and references a regional forecast page for details.
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