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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1930
Page
3
A French hydroplane named Fregato will arrive in New York soon after a delay from the French naval unit. The craft was reportedly shut from Cherbourg and driven by mechanical issues.
Fragmentary OCR notes recount a tale of a miniature windmill linked to Coolidge and a presidential era, mentioning Mrs Coolidge and a past president’s admission of handiwork in a periotic visit. The garbled text includes place names and unclear actions surrounding a diversion for Colvin Coathige and a blind visit.
Porter Whaley, manager of the Jerol chamber, says the local chamber backs a readjustment plan for the employment bureau. The move follows a suggestion from CW McCullough of the US Chamber of Commerce to coordinate with San Antonio for local input. The bureau continues to operate with the chamber assisting under the broader national framework.
In TOCHRATHIE West Virginia police and patrolmen quelled a riot at the headquarter s area after detectives reported a woman used a broken knife to threaten another woman earlier in the day. Angela Levecehto and family members were mentioned, with details limited by the damaged OCR text.
The Earl of Birkenhead falls ill in London, diagnosed with pneumonia. He is reported to be suffering from a chill that developed into a more serious throat and chest condition amid a recent bout of bronchial inflammation.
Bravada and Secerita patrol a chaotic scene as a Mexican archer woman, Montalyan, is attacked during a fishing contest. A promoter steps in to fight the enraged crowd after she is knocked into the arena wall by a bull.
In Deverly Hills Cel Aug Mary Tresford was robbed Sunday. Dougins abr banks burglars entered bus. They demanded money with odd phrases. Doug proposed paying 96 burks, then 10 percent commission. Arrangements made with Will Rogers to return as soon as Mary could supply more.
Political observers assess the potential of utility rate concerns as a campaign issue in 1992. The article notes Governor Franklin To and local officials exploring how energy costs could influence voter choices.
In a move linked to the disarmament climate and wartime nostalgia, the Navy contemplates canceling the second of two giant Kuper-rivigilles ships costing up to 8 million dollars, with 4 million already spent on the first, while Admiral Moffett fights the suspension despite conservative pressure and a looming parliamentary debate.
Secretary Adams denies canceling a contract with the Akron based shipbuilder, stating no decision has been made to halt work. The Navy Department reports no firm conclusion on whether the project will proceed, amid broader talks on wartime production and policy.
In Chicago three banks serving Black depositors failed as runs and liquidity concerns spread. The first to close, in a Northern state, faced assets frozen at over 16 thousand. The Mammoth Banking firm in Chicago held deposits exceeding 7 million before the closures.
San Antonio residents will attend the San Antonio Civic Opera company's Tuesday night staging of Pirates of Penzance in Suckets Star Garden. The open air theater is nearly finished and this performance will be the third at the new venue, featuring Charles Stone as opera company director.
Bucharest dispatch reports a July 25 Odessa revolt against Bolshevik rule with heavy casualties as workers were said to be gunned down by machine guns and troops. The A SUNS wire mentions the arrival of a Silian steamer Vesta at Constanza linking to the uprising and claims persistent rebels faced deadly suppression.
NOGALES Ariz Aug 5 Marley B Wagher of Dallas Texas and Daniel Crvigh angur and AnneGregor all at Nogales were rescued yesterday from a cave in the Santa Hin Henin ralls miles north of Jury after wandering in darkness since Sunday without food or water Daniel Coughmone and Mugher were at a citizen military training camp physicians found no lasting injuries from the ordeal
President and Mrs Hoover are photographed at their Rapidan river lodge in the Blue Ridge mountains of Virginia after a brief vacation. The chief executive and first lady have just returned to Washington from leisure travel.
Irish reports in August note no landing site in Greenland and no fuel supply for hydraulic plants, cancelling the Bernv to Chicago layover for Wolfrant Hirth and Oscar Weiler Mertoan printers. Wirth remains hopeful with a plan to join a ship from Minnesota to Canada heading to New York. Weiler plans to depart for Germany aboard the Alexi Muy Fenving port.
McAllen Texas August 6 1930 five new courses will be added to the McAllen public school curriculum for the 1930 31 term including architectural drawing motor drawing tests in public speaking and world history The system plans a September 10 opening with about 2300 pupils expected to enroll at the senior high junior high and elementary schools under Superintendent J He begins the term after a teacher inservice period
The grand jury of the fifteenth district court investigates the May fire at Gray County courthouse vault. Assistant Attorney General William A. Wales arrives to press the case and seek the presentation of evidence to the grand jury.
CURNO Aug 5 A course in vocational guidance will be offered at Cuero High School. Superintendent Melvin announced the program open to tenth and eleventh grade students and conducted under the direction of the guidance committee.
Railway workers return to the Minden line shops as grain movement resumes. The piece notes improved business and staffing, with a focus on depot operations and anticipated higher freight activity as trains restart service after a period of disruption.
Eu Green reports an afternoon yard intrusion by three thieves who stole his pants containing cash and a chain. Green chased them over a fence but the trio escaped. police were notified and are investigating the incident.
Austin officials announce completion of UT Texas Gymnasium with a formal dedication soon. Crews finished the new arena after delays as UT Regents prepare for a ceremonial opening in the university district.
A Virginia event sees speakers from Frederickburg and other towns challenging the nation’s shift away from state rights toward prohibition. They call for evidence of economic benefits from Prohibition and urge supporters to present data while criticizing opponents. Classifieds hint at legal notices and listings for city classifications.
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