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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1930
Page
1
A chaotic dispatch notes drought fears lifting wheat prices in Chicago and other markets, with reports of agriculture, population projections, and tech gimmicks mixed with flights, batteries, and political upheaval. The item blends drought, aviation feats, demographics, and distant conflicts in a snapshot of late era concerns.
The South Atlantic and Gulf Coast District International Longshoremen's Association gathered today to discuss the dock strike. Union leaders and employers debated hiring practices and the protest that led workers to quit, seeking a settlement to end the stoppage.
The 82nd Division announced a reunion for former members at Camp Jordan, near here, in September. It honors the 600th anniversary of the division’s arrival in World War I era training, with exmp rifle training noted and participation by T-U-Vlana and Aus groups.
Amarillo detective notes confession prospect amid a case linked to the death of a wife killed by a bomb in the family car. Payne, jailed in Texas, claims he was framed while praising a secretary and alleging neighbors framed him. Mrs. Veronah Thompson testified about Payne’s past and possible motive.
Miss Sara Heardt is set to marry Henry L. Meniken, editor of the American Mercury and noted former anti matrimony crusader. Menekin explains his stance by quipping that he “was dust becoming a rise mars” as a placeholder for his vows.
Washington news reports warn drought related conditions could spread disease USA Public Health Service cites four danger sources from heat to water contamination. Typhoid fever cases rise from 470 to 720 week over week, with increases noted in Pennsylvania Ohio Indiana Alabama Missouri Maryland West Virginia North Carolina South Carolina.
BEAVER FALLS PA Aug 1 A police officer recalls a new towel device that supposedly could have helped yesterday when a bandit robbed a gas station attendant. The tale centers on Policeman Louie McCullough who paused at a station to wash, mislaid the towel box, and missed a quick chance to act as the robber escaped.
Chicago August 7 wheat and corn moved higher as demand surged. Wheat rose about 3 1/2 cents at the open while corn gained up to 2 1/8 cents. September wheat opened around 97 1/2 cents and climbed, March wheat up from 1.00 1/4 to 1.13. Corn outpaced wheat, with September delivery around 1.01 1/4 to 1.02, December corn rising to 0.90 1/2 before retreating to 0.73 3/4 amid rapid fluctuations.
Washington report states Hoover can expect to complete his years in the White House without an automobile accident despite extensive motor travel. The White House chauffeur Hirchgafteur, Eriiis J. Robinson has driven presidents since the first automobile was bought for the White House and has never had an accident, despite long service and heavy duty.
In Lincoln Nebraska three doctors aided Lloyd Schmidt a 15 year old amateur magician to recover after a silver dollar vanished down his throat during a routine act. They avoided X rays and used elongated pinceta plus a hollow tube to extract the coin and revive him.
Maj. Gen. Ben H. Fuller was sworn in as commandant of the Marine Corps after being appointed by President Hoover to succeed the late Maj. Gen Wendell Neville. The ceremony followed his confirmation and marked the start of Fuller’s leadership.
WANSTINGTON D C Aug 7 ay secretary Haley announced today he had tentatively set the exact day of September for a tour of Atlantic waterways from Miracapolis by New Orleans.
The Tennessee leader submitted his resignation as national chairman to the party's executive committee. Fete of Obie and Robert W. Lucas of Kentucky were named temporary national committee leaders as a fuller meeting plans a new chairman. Treasury duties shift to focus on the campaign. Several national committee posts were filled with resignations and new appointees across states.
Cape Cod residents patrolled the wooded outskirts along the fire-blocked area near the canal seeking any sign of rekindled forest fires. The vigilant group stood watch through the night to prevent a repeat of the past blazes that crossed the waterways and threatened homes and environment.
An army of about 30 rattlesnakes from a swamp attacked a farm near Bellevue, Michigan, terrorizing a turkey flock. Farm hands killed the snakes and ended the incident.
Forecast calls for mixed conditions with moderate winds and cloudy periods. Friday to bring breezy and cooler weather with a chance of light rain showers. Thursday mostly cloudy with partial sun and variable winds. Overall conditions remain unsettled with no significant temperature spikes expected.
Kelso Washington story reports a 14 year old boy tasked to tend stills to divert him from mischief. A 4 year old reportedly sent a note about keeping him out of trouble. The account includes remarks about youths and dangers but lacks clear names or events.
Mayor Chambers announced a plan to build underpasses to replace grade crossings on the Missouri Pacific line through the city. officials said the measure would cut train whistle noise and improve traffic safety, though residents along the corridor protested the construction and noise impacts.
A devastating torrent swept Nogales today, killing dozens and leaving hundreds unaccounted. Mexican and American sides were flooded to five to eight feet, with hotels and many adobe homes carried away. Rescue efforts amid debris halted by downed infrastructure and communication lines.
Gulf breezes, forecast to ease and continue, were predicted by meteorologist J. H. Tarhoe. The forecast calls for continued cloudy conditions through Thursday night and Friday with a high near 70 degrees and cooler nights, indicating unsettled but mild weather ahead.
Miss Harriet B. Sackett, a novice flyer, piloted her aircraft to a perfect three point landing at the airport after the motor failed over Washington yesterday. She was attempting to obtain a private pilot license when the engine died but she recovered control and landed safely.
The Episcopal church of All Saints in Fort Worth announced that Summerly curate of Episcopal church there has accepted the rectorate at All Saints in Dallas. He will begin September 1, succeeding Rev W J C Potter who becomes rector in Chicago.
United States Senator J Thomas Heflin of Alabama suffered bruises a sprained wrist and minor injuries when his auto collided with a telephone pole to avoid a logging truck on a highway near a side road. Three of his party were cut and bruised in the incident.
Washington report notes Los Angeles shows a 113 percent population gain in the last decade, reaching about 1,281,740 residents. Official census figures released today indicate the city added roughly 579,473 people since 1920, signaling rapid growth and urban expansion.
Rain cooled the Midwest with showers across Minnesota Iowa Nebraska and the Dakotas. Aberdeen SD saw two inches of rain clogging sewers while Omaha Lincoln and Saint Paul reported significant temperature drops. Statewide highs fell below 30 as heavy downpours left southeastern counties largely dry. Continued on Page 4.
Classified ad notes livestock for sale including young Jersey cows and calves with pickup or cash offers. Also lists a 1924 Ford Coupe priced at 435 and references classification numbers. Local ad text mentions a family order and a be ashby place address fragment.
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