22 Aug 1930
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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1930
Page
1
A jumble of editorials and columns discusses birth control, politics, and notable figures. James W. Gerard as ambassador to Germany warns about a small ruling elite. Alfred E. Smith’s return to politics. reactions to unemployment and prosperity. and a London cable on a supposed global uprising among Black workers.
The Cubs defeated the New York Giants 12 to 4 in the second game, scoring five in the fifth and five in the eighth. Hartnett hit a two run homer, Cuyler and Wilson singled and stole bases, while English walked and was driven in by Kelly. Giants managed only one hit in the ninth as Chicago pulled away.
Navy officials weigh closing naval yards at Alexandria Virginia and South Charleston West Virginia. An official report recommends shuttering the facilities and reassigning operations as part of defense reforms.
Everett Zook faces Bobby Jackson while Del Rio Adonis meets a seasoned ringman, one fall, 30 minute limit. Wildcat Stevens returns with tricks as Purdin and Fiorlan clash. Gus Kallio meets Teddy Waters in a key bout, two out of three falls. George Sauer squares with Cactus Pete Brown Bauer’s favorite meets a Mexican veteran in a three fall bout at 8:30 Friday Night Exposition Grounds.
Readers are told to call 2400 after 7:30 PM Saturday for updates on state candidate results from Bexar County and surrounding counties. The Sunday night program will provide statewide returns and complete Bexar County figures with special arrangements for telephone services.
San Antonio endured extreme heat with readings above 103 degrees. Meteorologist J. H. Tarboe notes the high likely to ease this weekend, with fair conditions and a near 60 degree low. A northwesterly wind cooled the city Thursday afternoon, but rain was not expected in the next 24 hours.
Discharged man shoots a Cardo parish engineering department drafting clerk then kills an engineer named Pule ton and shoots himself, in a fatal incident described as a court house confrontation with a pistol.
In Pomona on August 22, two gunmen robbed The Citizens State Bank, taking about $6000 in currency and $40 in other notes. They abducted assistant teller Nicholan Hidinlaon to cover their escape, per initial reports.
In Bezar on Thursday night and Friday, Ferguson and Sterling supporters prepared for the Democratic run off. Local candidates for the legislature drew attention as Wasac county leaned toward the gubernatorial race. Stadium crowds and speeches emphasized mobilizing voters for Saturday’s tally.
Forecast shows generally fair weather through Friday with mild temperatures. Light to moderate easterly winds shift to southerly, with Saturday reaching around 40 degrees and occasional rain possible later in the period.
Today's Major League Box Scores will be found on Page 12.
Baseball report notes Cleveland beat New York 6 to 1 with Hatterton Hudson and Holloway delivering strong pitching and bats. The summary cites errant throws and tactical moves as key moments shaping the score.
The state seeks to delay the trial of Noy Ontinger, a confessed bandit-floger accused in the murder of 16 year old Cliffeed-fed Boynton. The district attorney's office requests a postponement until after the boy's birthday to gather evidence and verify the birth certificate. Judge W. J. Anthony postponed the hearing to allow time for the defense to argue, with discussions on whether the birth certificate or affidavits prove the boy’s age for adult charges.
Fragmented report lists teams Ost- and Kitsbates with score references and player mentions such as Zatkar Spearers Cunningham and Heriasey. Several garbled names follow, with scattered partials like Franklyn Wiretonatt Denson Gaxte and Lawless.
Washington Aug 22 Ogden Mills acting secretary of the treasury said after a White House call there was a possibility the 1 percent tax cut on normal incomes this year might be continued next season. He did not detail the plan but referred inquiries to the Treasury for an official statement.
A Fort Worth crash Friday morning killed infant Dilly Taylor Abel eight months old and seriously injured his mother Veron Abel Jr 48. The collision occurred at West Terry Street and Cleburne road after a crossing with a denes.
Internationally famed actor and playwright Charles Vernod Batensfarber is being sued for separation by his wife Mrs. Carolin Daisin faller in New York. The case emerged today with details of a marital dispute and ongoing legal action.
Tilly Ross a 16 month old son of Modar and Mrs J Th Hoyd 159 Elizabeth street teetered near drowning in a home bath tub while his mother prepared a bath The mother left the room briefly and found him face down in center of tub She grabbed him and a call for water was sent to the police but the child had already revived before firefighters arrived at the house.
Los Angeles Aug 22 The dispute between Alice Semple Melnerson evangelist and her mother Mrs Minnie Kennedy over Angelus Temple leadership continues as Mrs Kennedy, via a nurse, says she is not involved with temple affairs. A four member temple committee failed to gain entry to confer with her. The nurse stated Mrs Kennedy is not connected with the temple, the board, or the congregation. Meanwhile, Melnerson and her son stay at a Malibu beach refuge with only a brick visit from a newsperson anticipated.
Austin August reports from George B. Terrell commissioner of agriculture show the Texas cotton crop estimated at 4,250,000 bales based on conditions as of August 15. He noted prior pessimism but said adjustments are made for such outlooks under the current conditions.
In ZVANDALIA Ohio a Grand American shooting program saw Texan shooters tie for lead in the 10 target event. Crampton from Dayton and King and Casey from areas near Wielita Fells reportedly posted strong scores from the 21, 17, and 10 yard lines.
A Ninety fourth District Court receiver, M Dy Jones, held and later disbursed funds in a Morrison kidnap case. He handed over 10,000 in cash and deposited 22,500 in a safety box, with bond adjustments for Will iam Neunhoffer, a DOJ operative named by the court. The case centers on alleged ransom payments and court actions to preserve funds.
Dirt cheap text lists jobs and goods including rough dry work, apparel at 15 per pound, and $1000 to $1600 to join on improved city property. Mentions a brick building, a 30000 home, furnished apartment for rent at 80 per month, with note to see classified section for more.
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