12 Aug 1930
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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1930
Page
1
A garbled excerpt discusses King Lipton and a 400 dollar mis interpreted gesture, including references to Lipton’s birthday, a yacht visit, and a hoped visit by Sir Thomas Lipton. It notes the idea of messages sent by others and the wish for Lipton’s goodwill toward public service.
Northampton Mass Aug 12 To the Editor of The Light central United States especially east of the Mississippi suffers from lack of rain. Authorities foresee no general shortage as moisture varies regionally. If acreage is reduced and production stays balanced prices may rise. permanent surplus is the concern. Calvin Coolidge notes railroads assist relief while seed time and harvest have not failed.
A fragmented excerpt recounts yacht builders and Lipton's business insight, noting a first $400,000 windfall enabling broader ventures. It mentions historical wealth patterns, aging independence, and a pop culture aside about Nathalia Grape at 17, plus a satirical take on financial power and a tease about a broader continuation on another page.
The article notes no relief from scorching temperatures in the past week, with a forecast minimum around 100 degrees and a maximum near 108. Meteorologist J. Utobo predicts continued heat through Tuesday and Wednesday, while light to moderate southerly winds are expected.
Boston report notes Arthur Bind of Tilea New York values a single surviving 1850 British Guiana stamp at about 40000 dollars. He rejects King George's offer for the world’s most valuable stamp and claims the sole copy should be kept by the seller.
Aug 12 reports from Glamis and surrounding area stir public interest as the nation awaits news of the Duchess of York. The expectation centers on the birth of a son who would be next in line, with officials cautious about confirming details.
Three primary races on August 26 face challenges filed Wednesday by D B Davenport for the Citizens League. Contested offices include judge of probate, district clerk, and county clerk with aliens vote charges and poll tax concerns cited.
In Washington Hoover directs the Bureau of Efficiency to study the practical aspects of Army and Navy control over defense issues. The survey will avoid wage and pay questions and focus on organizational and operational arrangements within the defense structure.
Eleven counts of forgery and passing payroll checks of the San Antonio Public Service Co were filed Tuesday against AL Beard chief payroll clerk. Alleged dates include October 26 1920 and October 30 1920 with multiple forged checks amounting to 1085. Witnesses listed include Multon A Beregol S Douzis and SOY Wenvis building of the Juuzis Investment Co.
WASIITINGTON Aug 12. President Moore cancels planned western tour to Turkey mountain park. Drought concerns prompt him to stay in the capital and serve in Washington.
New York Aug 24 A plagiarism suit brought by Valeska Sudquart stage and screen actress against Cecil B De Mille producer of The King of Kings was dismissed today in federal court.
The Homer Edwards murder trial rested its sides on insanity questions as the defense and state prepared rebuttal. Prosecutors pressed to show Edwards killed John Bradshaw in April while the defense sought to prove insanity, presenting witnesses including Sheriff En Bierseborale and Otto Linder and detailing the body’s discovery and the brutal wounds.
W. Ty Mitchell, ex traffic officer on detail to stop shoplifters, was named bicycle inspector Tuesday by Commissioner Phil Wright to replace Alex Goodman who was indefinitely suspended Monday after allegations he recommended an attorney to a prisoner. Wright noted the department needs two inspectors as the job keeps one man busy retrieving bicycles.
Seattle aviator Robert I. Wark, proposing a Tacoma to Tokyo flight, was injured seriously when his light plane cracked up during takeoff at Ladner airport near Vancouver, B C. He was rushed to a Vancouver hospital in a serious condition.
New York August 12 Earl Carroll and eight members of his Vanities cast were discharged after a grand jury declined to indict them on charges of presenting an immoral entertainment.
Forecast calls for warm Tuesday with southerly winds. Wednesday brings high temperatures and cooler air. Showers and storms possible Tuesday night into Wednesday, with northerly to southerly winds shifting and potential thunderstorm activity. Partial detail on timing and regional impact.
Associated Press reports a sharp weather drop across the country from extreme heat to chilly air. Temperatures ranged from the 50s and 60s to a high of 85 in Miami with frost in New England and Pennsylvania. The sudden cold caused crop damage in some areas, though less than drought would have. Forecasts predict continued cool conditions.
A fragmented weather note from Oneida New York describes snow and rain with a sudden drop in temperature under 64 degrees. The text mentions Utah Village buried in mud and a continued report on page 4 with garbled lines referencing weather events and local impact.
Barrett and Morro engage in a brickbrawl during a contempt hearing in the Florlendale incorporation dispute. Barrett refuses to testify citing constitutional rights, tensions rise as a deputy halts the fight. Proceedings resume with no clear ruling on contempt charges as the judge dismisses tense mood but delays decision.
Fragmented want ad notices show a drug store trade nearby hospital, a Willys Knight vehicle model, and a sale or exchange section listing prices such as 500 and 2500. The garbled text mentions furnished rooms, a classed listing related to clay silica and older lines of interest, with scattered references to trades or sales.
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