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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 11, 1930

Page

11

Prohibition Parchment: Smith Aids Alabama GOP Steer

Aug 1 report from Washington notes Alfred E Smith faces four state primaries as Alabama voters pick a Democratic slate. Heflin seeks the Senate nomination amid party tensions after failed support for Smith two years ago. Independent challenger Yellin vows vigorous campaign. Republican Trenthead and Thompson vie for Senate seats in a contested primary.

Yfasbington D.C Alfred F. Smith Alabama Arkansas Nebraska Tate J. Thomas Hef Yellin Jorf Trenthead Jesper Freiseitk I. Thompson Mobile

Nebraskan Senate Race Sees Turbulent Party Shifts

The Nebraska contest features party defections and cross endorsements as Norris and Stebbie face off with questions of prohibition and tariff policies. Democratic candidates Cal is and Robinson clash with national issues, while Republican senator McCalah defends his seat amid intra party divisions and reform talk.

Sera Oye Norris Nebraska Membor Grorge Smith W. W. Stebbie Mute Aarop Stebbin Gilly MM. Bitcheyes Athantas Joseph. Robinson Nom W. Campbell Itte Hinek Robinson

Oklahoma Democratic Primary Nominations in Debate

Oklahoma City voters face a hot Democratic primary to nominate the governor and U S senator. Frk Durham of Oklahoma City faces William Murray of Tishomingo in a close gubernatorial race while Charles J Wrightsman of Tulsa and Thomas P Gore contend for the Senate. The first primary on near equal terms follows a Bolivian expedition controversy and a 69000 vote plurality.

Oklanoma City Aux Oklaoma United States Frank Durham Okloma City oil_millionaire Colonfel William Weoty Murray Tishomingo Charles J. Wrichtsman Tulsa Agit Hind Thomas P. Gore Seara United States Thre

Durant argues education must become qualification for public office

New York author WM Durant told the Virginia Institute of Public Affairs that no path out of political life exists in the United States with third-rate ability, urging that education be required for public office.

Will Durant University WM Durant New York Virginia Institute of Public Affairs United States

Stabbing at Meeting Leaves Man Hospitalized in Texas

James Hudain of Shady Grove was stabbed during a Toler meeting at night in Nacogdoches Texas. He seeks treatment for injuries as investigators note another member of the group was jailed. The incident ended with the hospital admission after a confrontation that began at a previous gathering.

Nacogdoches Texvar James Hudain Shady Grove Tlee Sai Iid Madson Wan

Texas Publishers Meet in Galveston Convention Notes

Galveston hosts the annual Texas Association convention with leaders and attendees from publishers across the state. Verne Aus Py Tuplislery joins as a participant while Temple Pole oversees the event.

Texas Galveston Aus Texas 5 Temple Pole

Gunboat Reports Missionary Safe

Fragmentary wartime dispatch notes a missionary safe after a reported mission. Mentions a gunboat unit, a destination near Changcha, and subsequent events including casualties and sniper fire. Details are unclear due to damaged text but indicate ongoing hostilities and protective reports.

Washington Ang Cnteal Wales Changcha Lawrence

San Angelo Man Killed in Arizona Vigilance Riot Report

A San Angelo man was killed in a disturbance in Arizona. Details are unclear due to garbled text, but the report notes a fatal incident near Superior with unidentified witnesses and authorities beginning an inquiry. Formal statements reference Sam Angele and Feethie Siler as connected names in the limited readable portion.

San Angelo Arizona

Dry Officers to Be Known to Motorists Announcement

In Washington Connecticut an advisory from the dry agents notes a plan to improve visibility of enforcement at night. The director states the aim is to aid motorists and ensure clearer notices and certification processes.

East Texas Chapter of Commerce to Host Picnic in Jefferson

Jefferson Texas Aug 11 arrangements are underway for the East Texas Chapter of Commerce to entertain visitors Aug 2 when Jefferson and Marion County host a basket picnic at Vid Kellyville four miles away.

Jefferson Texas Jefferson and Marion County East Texas

Arresting Officer Wounds Man in Lone Grove Altercation

Ayin Pullin of Lone Grove was shot four times and Deputy Constable W Thrash of Lone Grove was lightly cut during an altercation Sunday as Thrash arrested Pullin in Corsicana Texas.

Corsicana Texas Ayin Pullin Loaming Grove Te W. Thrush Loaming Grre Pullin

Southern Agrics Study Crop View

A fragmented report from ATLANTS GA outlines a study by agricultural commissioners on crop measures including cotton and other staples. The text references Florey and Laumana in a discussion of statewide preparations and expert consultation on agronomic practices.

Southern Agrics Atlants Florey I Ton Laumana Agricultire Luttheer

Grand Jury Returns Report on City Leadership and Issues

A damaged OCR fragment reports a grand jury meeting before a panel on Wednesday regarding Mayor Walker and city governance. It mentions names such as George Fy Beat and Jednerie, with unclear details about the outcome or charges.

Walker Newwoe Thor Masr Waller George Fy Frapiltrates

New York Sun Tan Seekers Are Fined

In HAMA New York on August 1 a fine of £5 39 levs was imposed on each participant for tanning activities. The entry notes penalties and references the Furniture column in Light Classified Ads, urging readers to keep to lawful practices and consult APB furniali Inge periodically.

New York Hama N.Y Gelling Aluelelod Eidunis Busia Idee

Reapportionment reshapes 182 electoral map to 12 states

Washington reports on a radical reorganization of the electoral college as reapportionment shifts votes among states. Twelve states gain or lose seats, with New York California and Pennsylvania among leaders, changing paths for both major parties without altering overall outcome. The Solid South shifts, while Pacific Coast states gain influence. historical patterns suggest the result may stay the same.

Washington, D.C Alul Chang Tory Fresen Elntics New York Penneylvania Minos Ohin Dir ‘Teras California Michigan Massachusetts Nese Jerapy UW Missouri Iniiana SGU Texas Intz Cennsylvania Milineis Ohio New Jersey Luciana Wisconsin Iain Minardotn Sas Connecticut Washington Simi Rouhl Wit Lake Missisisippi Missou Sac Mississippi Great Lakes Pennsylvania Oklahoms Kentucky Tennessee Maryland West Virginia Oregon

Hawks Ready for Try on West East Hop Over Nation

Weather uncertain as Hawks prepare for a cross country hop over the nation. Captain Frank and Clive lead drills while awaiting favorable conditions for a planned manuver. Ground crew and Tate at Gram Central airport await a weather report to confirm the start time.

Hawks ANG BS Fl—Finse Caplain Frank Iawky Vutabayer Clive

Louis Rummel Rites Set After Death

Louis Rummel aged 68 will be buried Tuesday with funeral services from the chancel at Hinde Underthins Anges. The Rev A L Woltt will officiate. Rummel was a native of Bon An and a retired railroad worker. He leaves three brothers Adelph, F C, and Antonin. Poltvenrers will be Muster. Ha Lyons and Pete Craftiean among others.

Louis Rummel Levis Thane Hunday Hinde Anges Oelck Sim Adelph

Remarked June 1930s San Monica Letter Reply

A reader letter from WILL ROGERS criticizes social changes in California homes and new golf courses. He argues authorities use diversions to distract prisoners and public from writing about reforms. The piece reflects contentious views on modernization and public life.

Santa Monica California Will Rogers

Faroa in vote totals found in canvass

An error of ten votes in the Ann el box was found during canvass by the commissioners court. The result places E. Barnett of Greenville in the runoff for state senator against Joe M. Moore of Greenville. Previously Norris of Dakota was indicated as Moore's opponent.

Faroa Commissioners’ Court E. Barnett Greenville Joe M. Moare WI A. Norris Doiit Moare

New Power Plant to Aid Irrigation Near Center Point

Kerrville Texas early notes report a new irrigation plant near Center Point ten miles southeast of Kerrville will be finished next week. An electric motor and pump with 600 gallon per minute capacity will draw water from the Guadalupe river. A Kerrville power company extended its line 42 miles to supply power. Manager William Hansome of the Waerrville office says a casual survey of irrigation on the Center Point stretch shows more than AC pumps are in use along the Guadalupe river.

Kerrville Teras Center Point KK. Batterson Houston Guadalupe River Kaerrville William Hansome Waerrville

US Senators Arrive in Moscow for Two-Week Tour

United States senators Burton K Wheeler and Alben W. Barkley arrive in Moscow with a university delegation for a two week cultural exchange. The party also includes professor hosts from a Michigan college. They begin an itinerary featuring meetings and visits to cultural sites as part of a Moscow tour.

Solous Moscow UPI United States

Man Kills Wife Family and Self in Tragic Fire

A Chicago man, Frank Giovannelli, 40, shot his wife and her sister, then set the parents home ablaze and took his own life after failed reconciliation efforts. Authorities later found him dead, ending the deadly sequence.

Ang Frankiovannelli Chicago Yeateriay Ender Hin

Germany Sees Constitution Day Marked by Interior Minister

Jorent Wirth, minister of the interior, told the Reichstag Germany had been a model for democracy as it observed Constitution Day. He noted the Saar status and the Versailles route in the past, while acknowledging remaining challenges and the national mood.

Germany Jorent Wirth Mter Reichstag

Rich Hungarian Suicide Reported in New York Apartment

Wealthy Hungarian magnate Konkoly-Thege, once Dorothy Arena of New York, reportedly killed himself in a New York apartment a week ago. Police say the death occurred under mysterious circumstances with no immediate indication of foul play.

Hotoy le Konkoly-Thene Nile Dorothy Arena New York

Yachting Helps Monarch Recover During Holiday

Fragmentary text reports the king enjoying a yachting holiday at a royal residence. Wording is garbled but suggests health benefits from the sea voyage and a public or formal reminder from officials. The exact place and names are unclear due to the damaged OCR.

West Texas primary campaign roils with rallies and itineraries

Abstracted campaign notes show West Texas races for gubernatorial nomination heating up ahead of the August 23 run-off. Plans include rallies at state fair grounds Dallas Ferguson and Flora A. Ferruzon touring Wichita Falls, Amarillo, and other towns. Allred and Belbill outline week itineraries with speeches across multiple cities and radio, hinting at a broad party push in a contested primary.

Airiawn A. Ferruzon Tori S. Sterling West Texas Clint Small Ferguson Dallas Ferguson State Fair Grounds Unlins Republcan Cany Drowneville Allkeu James Y Allred Wichita Falls Robert L. Belbill Jament Hy Moody Bbitt Rorkwall Etcory Grrenglile Lionia Honey Grove Bonham Whitesboro Pilot Paint Aubrey, Arssle Tmeancheon Fort Worth Amparillo Tulsa Plainsiew Tubbock Crosbyton Alfred Mondes Taebionyilte Trerday Crockett z_Naenedocher Frievday San Augustine Taeper M. Crenge Thoradas Port Arthur

Extra Dividend Omitted by Firm in Durk New York

Directors of the Metropolitan-Weakler textile factories company today omitted the 24 cent common share extra dividend due on common stock. The omission, deemed advisable due to general business conditions, was authorized after regular disbursements on common and preferred shares.

Jtaritigan-Wealker Ite Loday

Zemo Skin Remedy Promises Quick Relief

A frayed ad style text touts Zemo as a cure for itching, peeling toes, and various skin afflictions with promises of cooling relief and painless healing. It mentions a $1.00 price and references antiseptics and topical applications, all in a garbled sentence structure.

Zeno Ciel Zemo Ziemo

Hemorrhoids Advertise a Lasting Relief Claim

An old advertisement touts a portable hemorrhoid remedy named HIEM MOM claiming to permanently cure piles. It cites years of study, references a “Hotormal Vile” remedy, and promises safe, effective relief with a money back guarantee if unsatisfied. It markets a patent-like treatment via a Crom Mtinie company and promises widespread patient benefit.

Dora Willy Ladrakea Anil

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