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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 14, 1930

Page

3

Four Senatorial Battles Stir Public Interest Across States

In Alabama and beyond, four senatorial contests draw voter attention ahead of November as incumbents face strong challengers. George W. Nertin, Republican, contests Gilbert Itbewrk. in Nebraska Democrat Thomas V Gore seeks another term. Oklahoma displays Roscoe McCulloch against Robert J. D. Bulk. Ohio features Jama Heftin battling John W. Bankhead. Campaigns center on prohibition and party tensions shaping the races.

Washington, D. Ag Inday George W. Nertin Tepubli Agalnar Foyer Gilbert Itebewrk Nebraska Willionaires Thoma P Gore Lnd Demonrat Oklahome McCulloch Ohio Jama Heftin John WH. Bankhead Alabama Mulkley McCulmneh Dex

Atlantic Flier Planning Secret Trans Atlantic Flight

Roger Q Williams and Cope Jeris A Yansis flew to Spain last summer. Williams telegrams Capt. Harry Jones that he would arrive today and may plan a trans Atlantic flight from this base. Williams did not confirm the takeoff details.

Orcgharohfact Roger Q. Williams Cope Jeris A. Yansis Spain Harry Jones Annes Wiliams Williams Ana Beliresd Trans Atlantic

Stork's Delay Delays Birth at Duchess Duchess Birth

A rural quiet is broken as the Duchess of Fork inches toward the birth of her second child at her ancestral home. The delay in the event causes distress in Glarmin cagile region and raises concern among local residents and officials.

Searauo Duke of York Duchess of Fork Orid

Smoke Sleuths to Purify New York

New York Aug 14 report says ten men with telescopes will mount waycrapers to scan the heavens for smoke as officials order a campaign to purify the New York atmosphere and detect origins of smoke plumes.

New York

Wandering Squadron Plans August Departure From Fort Sam

A provisional reconnaissance squadron readies for an August 20 march to Victoria area camps with about thirty officers and 120 enlisted men. The unit will deploy to airfields on the coast, test firing schedules, and return to Dodd Field by September 15 under Maj. A. Lotinian's supervision.

Doddick Upder Vcapimianil Maj. 2 A. Lotinian Annie Markipe Guy Sud Peechre Malaggeda Bay Pokerham ChanRh B.C. Meadams Maxwell Challagges Nf Willaton Tazeera Wrlerh Snagt Fort Sam Victoria Cotvoy Sva Abiox Annly Niere Dodd

Mills Close As Boycott Persists Amid Textile Unrest

In Bombay India August 14 reports say thousands of textile workers joined a continuing boycott crippling mills run by European management. About 24 mills remain closed affecting roughly 24 000 workers as protests spread through the industry and national congress leaders call for resolution.

Hombay Sint Coupe Byrne Ile

One Dead One Shot in Family Argument

A fatal gunshot injury followed an argument between JTAET and Trans Aug 44 U Charles Dunsell and crew. One man died and another was wounded in a domestic dispute. Police investigations underway.

Charles Dunsell Amd

Contempt fines and appeals in Austin court case

The contempt ruling and appeals involve Barrett Monro, Hurphard, and Yenham facing bail under Judge Anthony’s order. Attorneys warned bail set promptly, with three men held in the Thirty seventh District Court awaiting bail as legal moves continue. The conference between lawyers and Judge Anthony led to suspensions of sentences and bail arrangements to be completed by the court.

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City Withholds Scenery Payment to Walter J Daly Studio

The city withheld £500 payment to Walter J Daly studio on Thursday for scenery built for the open air dealer, stating it did not meet contract specifications. Park Commissioner Jacob Rubinin announced full acceptance and payment would await completion of scenery. The work had been moved to the municipal basement.

Walter J. Daly Jacob Rubinin Fins Heer

Gifts for Soldiers From Bexar Red Cross Chapter

Mrs Allen Lathrop of the Bexar County American Red Cross chapter sends a Christmas goodwill package to soldiers on the AO topside island group in the United States territory. The effort reflects local wartime support and charity activities.

Mra Allen Lathrop Bexar County American Red Feals United States

Aid drive sends comfort items to soldiers abroad

The American Red Cross is organizing gifts for soldiers overseas including bath brushes, cigarette lighters, playing cards, and writing paper. San Antonio contributors and local drug store firms helped supply items. Mrs Adele Staacke and others oversaw the effort as a classified ad notes local aid in the effort.

Turaway Istlanda Uycle Sam Crose Courte Chipler San Antonia Fiji Adele Staacke Tdwerd Ltichtag Alice Lathrop Nor

Aviatrix Laura Ingalls Sets Aerial Records At Lambert Field

Miss Laura Ingalls of New York boosted aviation milestones at Lambert Field by breaking two records in one flight. She clocked consecutive barrel rolls surpassing the prior men’s record and then surpassed the existing women’s mark with a landing eight hours and forty-nine minutes later. Observers noted the wings wobbled near the end and the pilot asked how many she had made, as darkness began to fall.

Dacksan Louis Laura Ingills New York Nyway Lambert Lavin Ingalls Dato Jackson Brtil Anc Judt Inure Chan Ketly Lund Hive Howeerz SUSUR ATP

Gangland Deadly Shootings Reported Near Wille

Aug 14 report from Minnesota describes a roadside gun attack leaving one man dead and a second fatally wounded. Frank Coleman, a Kansan, identified among the victims, died at St Paul hospital after injuries near Willc and road damage. An unidentified victim also suffered, with details sparse. Police pursued possible suspects as authorities listed the incident among recent violence.

Palh Minnesota Acolber Ding Vietina Wma Frank Coleman Kansan Citz T Paul Wille Amd Wiles Here

Work date set on air hangar project in Molph fief

Capt AL W Park announced start of work within 80 days on a new air hangar project. The Kenneth J Mulborn Co of Pasuslena won the contract at 550 820 dollars after being named the lowest bidder. The job is part of the largest construction of its kind, with more than 330 long tons to be spent on the facility according to Air Corps officials.

Molph AL W. Park Washington T0 Kenneth J. Mulborn Company Pasuslena Cnt Jras Quresenta Tha Air Corps

Man Charged With Liquor Violation for Third Time

Joe B Alpin faced prohibition charges for the third time in six years. He was jailed on $1500 bond after a hearing before US Commissioner Paul A Lockhart. Prohibition agents seized and destroyed about 160 gallons of illicit liquor and 20 gallons of whiskey in a raid 10 miles north of the city. A separate incident led to the arrest of Thoms A Rogers on charges of operating a still. Prohibition officers later found and seized 50 gallons of whiskey at the still site.

Joe B. Alpin Paul A. Lockhart United States Prohibition Albin Rogers Freuen

Dog Returns to Tell Folks That Master Is in Jail

A dog brings a message from Williamson West Virginia detailing that Taito Hall Teo Hall and Sm Brvis are in jail. The note describes three men being held by a federal authority on a mountain road near Hill town with no local phone service.

Dog Master M& B Hill United States

Yaktwa Indians petition to retain lands in trust

In Storane Washington on August 14 fourte en Yaktwa Indian tribes petitioned the government to retain lands held in trust, fearing a revert to the tribe and that old braves worry youths might clash and order the missions.

Storane Wash

Fingers Kart in Machine Incident Report

Two youths were treated at Robert B. Green Hospital after incidents involving a device described as a shiny machine. Floyd Waines, two, of 617 West French Place, received first aid for injuries, while John Armstrong Jr of 2022 Wyoming Street was treated following a separate accident involving alcohol or a drink.

Floyd Waines West French Place Robert B. Green Hospital John Armstrong Jr Wyoming

HumBaron Wife Slain in Ontario Household Shooting

In Hamilton Ont on August 14 Mrs Bessie Perri, wife of a certain man, was shot and killed inside her home as unseen assailants fled with her husband and son away. Police say the motive involved a staged burglary and a reward of $10,000 hangs on clues. The killer reportedly fled with valuables after the crime.

Hansilton Ontario VPI Mra Bessie Perri Ging Jast

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