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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 13, 1930

Page

2

Evacuation and Red Forces Clash Near Changsha

Messages from Hankow and Changsha describe evacuation efforts as Communist confiscations and threats of execution provoked mass movement. Foreigners sought refuge as troops advanced, with reports of Catholics fleeing to Canton and Kiangsi, while provincial authorities alleged wholesale slaughter of Reds in retribution for the capital invasion.

Hankow Chiorte Changele Chang Sha Changsha Af Red

Capture of Nanking Feared by Reds Reports Rise

Aug 13.001 Fens thot Nanking, seat of the WaCionifint government, would fall to Communists as Reds in peasant garb with rifles appeared near the area. The city was virtually defenseless with few soldiers remaining and police force stretched thin, raising alarm of a possible Trede attack. Pro Communist forces reported near the capital.

Nanking Maneang Hania Pf Isrea Bereral Tome

Enduring Baby Golfathon Stretches Hours In Texas Charity

A humorous report from San Antonio features Louis Persaly Roy Darrow and Graves Moore trudging around a miniature golf course. The three men have played for four hours and completed 18 holes without ending, an endurance stunt tied to a local appeal.

Louis Persaly Roy Darrow Graves Moore Piniature Golf Course

Onlineated Revolutionary Movement Gains Clout In China

A propagandist feature describes a movement aiming to oust foreigners and overthrow the government to establish a Soviet regime in China. It highlights members from diverse backgrounds including workers and elites, framed as a significant classified ad listing in the paper.

Tof China

Weather Forecast Fragments for Southwest States and Cities

Fragmented forecast notes list towns across Texas Louisiana and nearby areas with cloudy conditions and moderate winds. Mentions include Houston Galveston Dallas Fort Worth and San Antonio with references to temperature and general cloud cover.

Officers Hunt Murder Weapon and Soldier Held

An Ixlonpeve search near Ealyda creek found a weapon linked to a murder. Soldier James R. Adams, hailing from Fort Montown, is detained in connection with the case though not yet charged. The crime appears to have occurred on a reservation, with authorities pursuing further leads.

Ealyda Creek James R. Adams Conkin Conant Fort Kam Wrueto Elell

Food Shortage Denied By Hoover Era Officials

Amid reports of rising food prices and shortages, Secretary Hyde stated there is no danger of a food shortage due to drought. He cited supply management and warned against panic, noting weather may ease and urging aid from the Red Cross as Hoover prepares for a White House conference with governors.

Warhington Hyde Ftuovte Agriculeure Department Jesse Jay Tlepuria Nina la Mlasort Iquaac Hoover Garton Toyne Fim Szomblent Red Cross Emong Celles Enrapalgi Laguardia Repubican New York Tistle Co Nile

Texan Named for US Mexico Board of Engineers

Texan Li C. Hill of Los Angeles and W. Ardereon of Bao Beanty are named as consulting engineers on the American section of the United States Mexican water project. Washington lists the appointments amid ongoing work on the canal variant.

Mexico Jumierran Wwashington Aus Li C. Hill Los Angeles W. Ardereon Bao Beanty Fexus Tolay

Altec perch ends after 49 days on flagpole in Atlantic City

Alvin Shipwreck Kelly and his family celebrate as the flyer known by that nickname returns to ground after a record 49 days perched on a 13 inch metal disk atop an Atlantic City flagpole. His wife and son Alvin Jr Shipywreck helped witness the historic stunt advancing the old record by a week.

Altec Atlantic City Alvin Kelly Earth Alvin, Jr

Water shortage feared as Schuylkill river drops near piers

For the first time since the bridge was built in 1818 the Schuylkill river at Philadelphia has sunk below the level of the pier foundations. Drought has reduced flows and even halted water from the dam, threatening a city water shortage.

Schuykill River Philadelphia

Bonds Set In Forgery Case For Heard

The district attorney and defense counsel agreed to bond Heard on forgery and passing charges. Judge J B Onion set $200 bonds on four charges and Heard to appear on his own recognizance on the remaining five. Bond fixes by Judge W A Athens set further $300 bonds in other cases. Heard waived hearings. arrest followed file of charges alleging forgery tied to October 1920 payroll checks. Heard was chief payroll clerk for about fifteen years.

L Connin J. B. Onion Heard Juder W. A. Anthens Cnth Cnark Weilnestug Julge Onion Nieard Dear Tieaday Charrom San Aneonio Public Service Company Earl

Marion Talley Heads to Broadway After Crop Loss

Marion Talley leaves Chicago after crop failure and plans Broadway move. The Chicago report notes she may join New York's Metropolitan Opera season, with speculation about possible meetings with prominent figures.

Marion Talley Broadway Chicago Ruge Golien West Han West Golien Elst Chiewan Vestertny New Yorks Aleaght Ranane Faem New York Metropallitan

Remembering San Antonio flood of years ago at Gunter Hotel

An reminiscence recalls a historic San Antonio flood when the river rose over Wooston Street flooding the Gunter Hotel basement. The tale mentions five foot water, a risky swim, and the danger faced by five people. The writer notes a 25 cent fare past the Harden district.

San Antonio Wooston Street Gunter Gunter Hotel Horden

General Corey Flies ton in Wyoming Visit Report

General Corey Flies ton completed a post visit in Wyoming with Brig. Gen. Helstead Morey, acting commander of the Fight Corpo area, returning to headquarters. The report notes air maneuvers of the Fury frigate and pilots Hicks Adams and Livni Wy, while others prepare to arrive by Dodd fick Weil.

Helstead Morey Fight Corpa Fork Bam Houston Weilhenby Warrei

City to require guards pass saveing drills and tests

The city announces new requirements forcing guards to undergo saving drills and examinations before employment. Recreation director Vie Sehalte and Chief of the Life Saving Examiner TB. 3eCollum defend the plan as ensuring guards learn fundamentals. some responders complain the tests are burdensome and trivial. The program, set for the coming Monday, aims to standardize safety training for all guards.

Wedaratay Leer Frain C. TB Iteg-Groan Life Snelog Iteg-Groan Life Snelog Examiner, Praielog the Elty Garcdz AfeCollum Evie Ife Anving — Regnintin Schullanic

City Plans Bullet-Proof Vests Purchase

City will buy two bullet proof vests from a Chicago concern at $100 each. Police Chief Owen Rilday will oversee the procurement with city purchasing agent Thuseell Jen jatt recommending the deal.

Chicago Conerra Owen Rilday Caiengo Mumnans Moray Thuseell

Firemen's Band to Give Concert at Central Fire Station

The fire department band will perform under the direction of Felix Olinda at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday at the Central Fire Station. Refreshments will be served.

Felix Olinda Central Fire

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