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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 07, 1930

Page

21

Marines Sent To Chinese War Zone In Update From Hankow

Aug 7. More than 590 British and danantse eal marines moved toward the Yangtze front in the Hue province. Jows Jan enese forces from Hankow and Kiukiang progress amid Communist threats. British troops to follow 110 dispatched to Hen dow as evacuation plans adjust.

Suangrat Youchee Valley Japan Kiukiang Kéangsi Hendow Hank Mi Hupeh Hankowite Edub

Order Ransom Paid for 2 Women

The London Church Missionary Society authorized its local agent to pay Chinese bandits for the release of two women Edith Harriton and Bai Kellleton held for a month in northern Fujien. Yenplin authorities received a note with a chopped finger and a demand for $50,000 threatening further harm if payment was not made.

Fouchow Church Missionary Society of London Toolls Saaa Edith Harriton Bai Kelllelon Rehp Toore [Kan Fukien Previere Coestley

Housewife Calls Albany Fireman to Save Biscuits

In Albany a housewife telephoned the fire department after her kitchen door locked. Firemen arrived and assisted with the biscuit mishap, preventing loss while neighbors looked on. Mrs. William J. credited the firefighters for saving the baked goods during the mishap.

Albany Albant William J Gary Otte

Baby mixup case mother protests in Chicago

Mrs Margaret Watking protests as turmoil returns after a rest at her parents home following the controversy. She claims the child she has is not hers and remains in doubt about the infant’s identity.

Chicago Watkins Tenberger Margaret Watking Thore

Hard Convention Seeks U S Canadian Insurance Officials

Commissioners from the United States and Canadian provinces gather in September for a joint insurance convention led by Col Howard B Dunham former Connecticut insurance commissioner and past president of the organization. The event aims to unite regulators and discuss industry matters at the gathering in HARTHOND Conn Avr CNS.

Harthond CNS United States Oward B. Dunham Insurance Commission

Ex-Ilini Student Escapes From Jail Report

A former Illinois student escaped from a Kentucky jail where he had been held on burglary charges. He allegedly married a woman during his detention and fled from the county jail, with a possible Aug. 2 date mentioned for a further action or hearing.

Ilini Donaetana Ky. Aus Léger Tina Studeho Nepats Truss Vis “Tera

Turlock Melons Move Rapidly in Seasonal Trade

Turlock traders report brisk melon movement across Western and Eastern markets as arrivals from Turlock and nearby districts tighten supplies. Officials forecast continued demand into midweek with prices stabilizing amid steady shipment pace.

Japanese Railways Build New Station Near Namba

Government reports outline construction of a new Osaka rail station near Namba to serve trains and commuters. The project aims to finish by year end, with expected completion in late 1940s.

Osaka Jepar Minave-pineul Namba Tee Luildiar Eh Bay Tealy

Woman Injured in Beeville Accident

A Beeville accident left a woman injured as three lakes rose during the incident near Hopville. Emergency responders rushed the victim to Beeville hospital for treatment while investigators assess conditions and safety factors at the scene.

Beeville Coumr Hopville Beeville Hospital Viene

Wall Street Spectator Notes Grain Market Leads Day

The Wall Street Spectator reports grain prices surge on partial gain in ware markets as traders push up corn and wheat. Investors shift to grains while stock activity wanes, with talk of lower capacity prices and renewed bargain-hunting as industry plants reopen to workers.

York Board of Trade Othr Pea Jersiana Hmge HOTIS

Crain Makes Good Gains In Wheat Market Rally

Chicago reports show a strong wheat rally with buyers active and prices rising as funds and staple buyers absorb offerings. Traders note improved demand from domestic buyers and shifts in grain prices amid overall market uncertainty.

Former congressman Herrick arrested at Baltimore still

Oklahoma former representative Mess Herrick was arrested in St. Marys county and taken to Baltimore on charges of operating a still. Prohibition agents stated he had acted as a secret georg officer. he appeared before United States Commissioner Hares Abprerembie. He had been living near California Marsland and in a one room shack near the line of arrest.

Baltimore United States Hares N Mancuel Thorrick Oklahoma Department of Justice Hinterlé Wastington D.C Z— L—Majaneberrick Oklahsaw St. Mary's Mactann Herrick Daltimore Ant Cutiero Frihema Anil Snock Herick Agence Maine Floreigh Bealt Aithwises Carre Ef Okighama

Court Proceedings Inked With Jumbled Names and Totals

Fragmented OCR records show court actions with numerous unclear names and numbers. Mentions of a vent set at $500 and various participants fill a chaotic docket, suggesting summary listings or preliminary hearing notes amid garbled text.

Rebkary Esauty

Livestock Market Report With Wide Price Mix Across Regions

The ledgers detail mixed cattle and hog prices from multiple markets, noting bidding strength in Chicago and Kansas City, with calves and yearlings showing gains. Heavy steer and heifer ranges appear volatile, while feeder and packer demand fluctuates, reflecting ongoing regional price shifts and market activity.

Bruder Best Says Hanley Bruder Best Says Hanley

Wyanston Vila Aug 7 UPI After 20 years experience as coach Donley of Nordwratzem university picks Hank Trundee as greatest uniball player of all time. Cantey says Bruder is not a specialist. He can punt receive and run. He has not slowed by injury and is expected to rise this season.

Wyanston Vila UPI Pears Erie Plaxern Pick Donley Nordwratzem Univerely Hank Trundee Uniball Glager Bruder Ute Fan Hove

Genaro Justifying Ring Title Claims

Genaro pursues credibility as he presses for recognition of a world title claim amid a chaotic campaign scene. Opponents, officials, and fans watch as formalities collide with heated assertions in the ring.

Genaro

Poultry and Produce and City Football Scores in 1910

The page shows scattered items including poultry and produce notes, a Chicago potatoes listing, and references to city games and scores. It mentions Chicago, New York, and other locales with brief game outcomes and local notices.

Cantaloupes Back to Market After Price Cuts

The local wholesale market reported cantaloupes returning to the market with California cantaloupes at 3 dollars per box, white onions dropping sharply, and peaches at 1.25. Fresh eggs fell one cent per dozen, with fertile eggs at 17 cents and infertile at 13 to 4 cents per dozen. The growers' market remained steady.

California Chile Commission Company Auea Aarket Thoestay

Market Prices for Vegetables and Fruits Listed

A long list of grocery prices appears for diverse vegetables and fruits. Cabbage 2 cents per pound, lettuce $1.25, tomatoes 63 cents, peppers 25 cents, onions and squash vary, melons and berries priced per item or per dozen. Apples, bananas, pears, and other produce show wide price ranges, with several items noted by weight or unit and occasional miscellaneous goods like eggs and butter interspersed. The entry resembles a late 19th or early 20th century market catalog with numerous items and unit prices.

Beate Dex Polalors Anie Sauash Yama Teahe Aimonds Jogud Aviles U.ey Gulsa Galiternia Cnerpen Caifornia Sgosea Jlek

Save Trotter's Life After Distressing Race Injury

Ailing racehorse Trotter undergoes surgery to repair eye and intestinal issues following a Tuesday incident. Surgeons Dr Be McKellem and Dr John Wickarde of New York perform the procedure, aiming to restore motion and neck stability for future competition.

Statlion Be MeKellem John Wickarde New York Gail

Traps meet to crown gold trophy amid a misty season

A garbled report from the Gli Basin area notes traps forming a gold trophy event. Names and dates are obscured, but references to Berton Weinerday JT OM and various technicians hint at a regional gathering with mechanics and plumbers involved, concluding by September 1.

Lawrence Welnestay Newlay Antasdas Reiny Esory Wrek Berton Weinerday

Cotton Prices Take Advange in New Orleans Market

The New Orleans cotton market opened firm as traders anticipated bearish crop reports. Prices moved up and down through the day amid variable rain forecasts and weather maps, with October and December futures fluctuating but ending near higher levels before subsequent losses.

New Orleans Avery Tdverpool Csms Shorts Texas West Trans

Oil notes report Texas oil activity and wildcat plans

Oil notes from Dallas report increased activity across Texas counties with price and purchase reductions noted in several regions. Central West Texas and Panhandle show decreases while the Liberty area near Dallas records heavy showery oil and a planned wildcat test at Waterner ranch south of Oxlanton. A Maverfex county discovery 19 miles from Basle Daas completes work. production at Penn pool in Heltec County yields about 223 barrels daily at 680 feet.

Dallas Ter Tejas Archer and Young Counties Oparallone Rm Panhandle West Texas Vanhandls Mons BHUWR Texas Grren Se Liberty Tool Liberty Tesao Ihn Charles W Penn Pool Helec County Fagle Maverfex Basle Daas le Company Buss Oultine Doan

Principal Named for New School District at Hays BAN MARCOS

A newly formed school district in Hays County elects a principal and appoints trustees. Nixon, a graduate of San Marcos Wearborn College, becomes superintendent as Wimberley Wayside Jacob Weir districts consolidate. The district plans to buy a bus and arrange student transport between former districts.

Ban Marcos Tevins Nixon Alaree San Marcos Wearborn’ College Wimberley Wintherlor Selinor Vnlistrick Wayside Jacoby Weir G. Aunnell Walker Sehout Gays County W- Uyland M. Whit Wagner D. FL Magers Jaineweher

Sterling Campaign Opens With Open Air Rally In City

Sterling campaign manager Tobin announces the first of two run off rally series to be held in Titelani Park and at Gevere Street and Rigsby Avenue. Principal speaker Fergus ho and party members prepare to address supporters amid confirmation of August date.

Sterling Ter Gorph Chareday Titelani Park Gevere Street Rigsby Aveung Charles “Nm Tobin Sterling San “Antonio W. J. Fopees Finneaehed Fergus Ho

Directors to Undertake Three Day Chamber Tour

Directors of the chamber of commerce, with the extension department, will embark on a three day tour starting August 27. The group will visit towns along the route including Brownsville and Alice, with stops at Filitarg Mitalon McAllen Weslaco Mervones Matlingen La Benito and more. Whaley Jones and secretary of the trade extension will lead the contingents, with no charges listed for the trip.

Vrade Extension Department Chamber of Conmerce Itio Granie Yoller Starlings Musust JT Vorter Whaley Tyne Ager Aifitgrhizn Enyaaivres Glong Whaley Sau Downe Filitarg Mitalon McAllen Weslaco Mervones Matlingen la Benito Brownsville Alice Dutary Browarville Whaley Howl Jones Trade Extension Department

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