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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 15, 1930

Page

3

Delayed Habeas Corpus for Two Held in Downtown Robbery

Habeas corpus bearing for T B Schneadeau and TD Conway, charged in a major robbery and pistol hold up case, was postponed by Special Judge W S Anthony in the Thirty seventh District Court. Assistant District Attorney Waller Tynan said the case was ready for bearing. defendants Samueldens and Connor face attempted robbery charges by misdeed. They are held on $10,000 bond each, with travel and other charges noted in hotel-linked incident.

T. B. Schneadeau TD. Conway Judes W. S. Anthony Waller Tynan Tam Lowe Gedteelayer Dotecar Attorneve Samuldens Connor Migwult Bledtoe Travalers San Antonio

Slayings in Electric Chair Highlight Arkansas Case

An elderly man, 64, was electrocuted at the state penitentiary in LM ROCK Arkansas for multiple killings. The execution occurred at 720 am after a court order, with a four minute process ending in death. The case involved lawyer Dale Weenwared and John W. Broom in Walla Walla.

LM Rock Ark Drg Bowell Atate Howell Regal Dale Jeath Calaily

Sterling Forces Organize Campaign in August Vote

Sterling forces organize for August 24 voting. Coleman, Trian, and 1547 Friende of Hove Gletting of Houston mobilize supporters. An event features speakers including Taney PD. Blibsos of Athlene and Judge J. K. Hoker will speak to back Are, MMTlom A. 'ercucos.

Sterling Organiza Coleman Trian Friende Hove Gletting Houston Eindge Taney PD Blibsos Athlene J. K. Hoker Are Tlom A Ercucos

Warnings of Citrus Canker Issued in Texas

AUSTIN August 1. The plant department of agriculture announced citrus canker has been detected in Victoria County, prompting eradication steps. Officials report the outbreak has not been found in the Rio Grande Valley and thorough measures are underway.

Austin Citron Plate Department Jacmes Tel Corto Chice Victoria County

Former Harvard Professor Dies at Home in Worcester

A former Harvard professor and president of Worcester Belteeh Institute died at his home. He directed construction at the Fine yard stadium and the layout of Baldiers field, and was a longtime professor of Kinetring at Harvard University.

VGH Maes Nelson Hills Worchester Belyteeh Pole Institute Tratley Harvard University Fineyard Baldiers, Field

Undefined conference names and committee wording

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a committee membership amid Lutheran and church conference contexts in Toledo Q, naming Ty Uf Ocha and others with unclear roles and affiliations. The text also mentions Norwegian Lutheran figures Augustine Snod Manish Lutheran and Tetheran Frenchurches in a vague confessional setting.

Wandamed Toledo Augustine Snod

Valley Fan Party Plans Regional Tour

A group of around ten people will tour the Lower Valley from April 17 to 20 using public transport and with entertainment provided by local chambers of commerce. Howell Jones announced the plan on Friday and several towns are included with Brownfield as terminal point.

Hio Grants Valley Lendnetl Evision Department Chamber At Commerce Howell Jones Trate Extension Valles Chambern of Commerce Tose Melrose Tolinpreen Tom Etheridge Chea Friedkel Willian Tee Frederick Terrell Sack White Torter Whales Af le Man Hel O. A. Mudeon Meney Carr Topes

Coffee Broker Put Out of Exchange

A New York coffee broker faced removal from the exchange amid disputes over obligations and payments. The incident involved negotiators and the exchange chair, with details of the broker’s merchandise and bargaining stance referenced in partial notes.

New York Newton Shin Ae Relon Wagat Haan

Michigan Population Up One Third in State Report

Washington August 15 The state population report continued today by the census bureau showing total population of 4,612,280, an increase of 1,488, or 32 percent, reflecting growth in the state.

Michigan Wastington Censoe Bureau

Swimmings Just a Game Clans Learn Confidence in Water

Amanda Hurst nine Helena Hurst four Pairfax Nesbit six Hare Tier Ann Ropers eight Doris Williams seventy two pt Louise Brice seven Madelyn Horner one Cacrin Newton six and Alex Thomas Junior seven are members of Judith Martins swimming clans at the W. CG Ay and are learning confidence in to water.

Amanda Hurst Helena Hurst Pairfax Nesbit Hare Tier Ann Ropers Doris Williams Louise Brice Madelyn Horner Cacrin

Texarkana Oil Bet Sparks Odd Public Stunt

A local man named Gils Kennedy wagers against discovering oil on a plot 18 miles east of Texarkana. In a public stunt, he crawls on hands and knees for a mile while onlookers watch with amusement. Observers note the event as a curious display tied to the oil bet.

Texarkana Gils Kennedy Dexark Trother

Play Teaches Water Safety For Youngsters

The article describes a water safety play by Judith Marin and XW instructors. It outlines two unique schemes to build confidence, teach breathing, and safe underwater awareness through staged games and activities for children.

Ewin

Missing Floydada Farmer Prompted AM Verso Report

Protpans Thpa Aug 15 reported missing from Floyd County. Flash County farmer Fhonen, last seen near Peters bore, may have been a victim of foul play or an accident. Rearch being conducted today to locate him, with authorities pursuing leads in the area.

Floydada Flash Manilas Petersbore Meintiver Vamarain

Browneville Chimgo Derby Flers To Stop Here

Allen nillager Derbys from Browneville Chimgo Tridenile head to San Antonio on August 19 as part of a National hem manda association event. President Croly says San Antonio serves as a night control point for the attack. pilots meet at Winburh field before departure at 10 40. A seven-derby tourney runs across multiple counties with stops at Lag Afierlos Vii Hartford Seaitle Lowe Beach and Washington.

Tieharit Allen Nillager Browneville-Chimgo San Antonio National Hem Nande Association Fack Croly Pring Ban Attonio Cyng Winburh Field Crainsoli Brownsville Cliffigo

Contempt and fines in Austin election case at court

The article reports contempt findings and fines related to the incorporation election contested in Austin. It notes a $230 fine and that proceedings involve Sheriff Alfriize Newlon and Special Judge W. S. Anthony. The case centers on bondization and election legality with appeals in the criminal court and references to a restraining order and broader municipal incorporation issues.

Alfriize Newlon Rhone Suyremp Especie Gourt Olive Finger Thurstry Juli Sol Anthony Jo Anthony Beldbug Mits Eimlmiei Chines Wena Pot

Four Priests and Eight Nuns Arrive Safely in Canton

Four priests and eight nuns fled Kanehow after a dangerous journey through brigand-infested territory. The group, including Rev. Pathe ers Margillicuty and others from Brooklyn and Boston, reached Canton, China unharmed with aid from the expedition.

Canton China Eiphl Rans Kanehow Ines Patheers Margillicuty Glees Polls N- 17 McClimont Brooklyns

Cathedral Bells Ring Out Again for Mexico City

Cathedral bells toll amid a vast crowd in Mexico City for the feast of the Assumption. Worshippers gather under clear skies as the procession celebrates the sacred day and the church’s enduring presence in the city.

Mexico City

Actress Warns of Divorce Action in Los Angeles

Aug. 15. F Lino Tdsquatts, actor and dancer, warned that Maequette Ware peedar may sue for divorce. Cameraman Marley and Sam Warner, motion picture executive, discussed the threat and the possible suit.

Los Angeles Flino Danver Fim Acterss Sulelie Ware Peedar Poverall Marley Ageny

Shorthand Group Chooses Officers in Staged Vote

A Shorthand group in DENYVEW selects its officers today after a meeting in Shreveport. Ree Saunilerse Fore World names Lesas as president and Ollie Watson as secretary treasurer in a terse report from Wichita.

Denyvew Uo Stuss Shreveport Yin Ree Saunilerse Lesas Nay Unin Naa Ollie Watson Wichita Shy Jai

Farmer Walter Teidges exhumation to probe 1944 slaying

Springfield dispatch reports Walter Teidges, 81, a Vipssnne Nope farmer, killed near his cousin H. W Peyrsinion's Morrievilly home in July 1944. The body is to be exhumed by state examiners led by Marcas C. Shane to uncover new clues.

Springfield Walter Teidges H.W Peyrsinion Morrievilly Ts. Marcas C. Shane

Bank Offers $1000 Reward for Bomb Arrest

Fort Worth avenue 15 LAI, directors of Stockyards National Bank posted a $1000 reward for information leading to the conviction of persons suspected as Confederates of NM Mar Cin, 82, who allegedly aided and abetted the crime, with details dating from a recent incident.

Fort Wonti Lai Stockyards National Bank Prising Fed Mar Cin Depp Pell Te Lele Edehier

Wildcatter King Suffered Paralysis After Stroke

The so called King of oilmen Tom Slies suffered a bilateral stroke at Santa Hopkins hospital while receiving treatment for a mouth and a tall, necessary to war coaching his relative friend.

Tulsa Fla Uri Tom Slie Sililjeatters Satna Hopkins Balimore Frezd

Hurley Approves Water Diversion Amid River Dispute

An official in Washington approves a plan to divert more water from Lake Michigan to Chicago, signaling a shift in regional water management. The decision impacts neighboring states and local users while drawing criticism from environmental groups and municipalities along the affected corridor.

Washington Chicago Lake Asichlgac

Carroll Vindicated in Indecent Show Case

Grand jury refused to indict Earl Carroll for presenting an indecent show. Jimmy Save congratulates Carroll as showgirls Frances Joyce Kay Carroll Faith Bacon and Naomi Ray are named among those vindicated.

Jimmy Save Earl Carroll Carroll Frances Joyce Kay Carroll Faith Bacon Naomi Ray

Absentee vote issues and run off timing noted

County clerks report low absentee vote turnout with only a few marked ballots. Officials warn run off election may not be held on the scheduled August 24 date due to logistics and court activity. Marguerite Pape lists voters in the clerk's office while commissioners collect affidavits and prepare for Friday proceedings.

Marguerite Counry Commissioners

City to Buy Warm Overcoats for Police and Firemen

Police and fire departments plan new uniforms this winter as officials announce bids for 270 pairs of pants and jackets. City purchasing will seek competitive bids on overcoats and other gear, with six extra uniforms deemed sufficient for emergencies.

Sco Antonio Pale Tai Weight Pelton Sens Allo Ora J. G. Sacra Wright

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