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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1930
Page
9
In Moscow the trial of eight men accused of plotting to overthrow the Soviet government continued. Prosecutor Krilenko accused former French premier Raymond Poincare of complicity, denouncing foreign involvement and signaling readiness to fight when the time comes.
Hoover's proposed 150 million dollar public works plan advances to the House Appropriations Committee. The plan outlines funding across government departments to meet a wartime or economic crisis, while avoiding specifics on exact projects. Critics join in, but initial details receive a favorable hearing as lawmakers begin formal discussions.
Lancashire cotton mill owners announce a one month layoff for operatives as a loom per worker system is to begin at start of the year. The move sparks protests from workers fearing widespread job losses amid a potential industry crisis affecting about 200,000 workers.
A Chicago plan proposes merchants replace cash bonuses with merchandise certificates for employees as a sales boost. Incan M. Loeb, head of the sponsor committee, announced the idea and urged individuals to consider gifts for Christmas presents in line with the proposal.
Springfield dispatch reports a nickel fare on each Aurora and Elgin streetcar ride, with riders in from December 20 to 24 facing seven cent outside fares. The plan, approved by the trade commission, aims to ease Christmas shopping strains.
A jury in Fort Worth district court acquitted former officer Toho Alsip of murder charges tied to the fatal shooting of George Terrell during a bank robbery attempt at the First State Bank. Prosecution alleged a frame to claim a $5,000 Texas Bankers reward. Alsip’s defense argued the robbery was staged. He faces an appeal and remains in county jail until proceedings.
Urr- The discovery of a walled paleolithic city in the Corma district of the Southern Tripoli desert is announced by Tangston Moffett of Washington D C a Prorck Roselli exposition member arriving in Tripoli He describes a vast paleolithic walled city in an almost deserted setting with preserti tem in the way he described it.
In Llano Texas on December 5 Don Gray a man whose cattle theft sentence was affirmed by the Court of Criminal Appeals was fatally shot near Cherokee. A man named Chesnut who testified in the case surrendered to officers alongside a nephew by marriage.
A Capital Bar body votes to repeal prohibition measures after a secret session. Following a tense debate, the assembly reportedly approves renewal of the eighteenth amendment though details remain unclear. The decision appears conclusive but was gathered from bar association sources.
Republican state committeeman from Dallas George Atwell leads efforts to promote William Mawles Atwell to the Fifth District Court of Appeals. The move involves other Texas Republicans reviewing campaign actions and support in the Dallas area.
A man from a metal company on Gore Street left for the night after warning sleep. Burglars entered while he was away and stole 60 dollars worth of merchandise. Police are investigating the break in and assessing the scene for leads.
Indigenous observers report the close of a long standing tribal festival with ceremonies, dancing, and communal rites. Leaders and participants prepare rituals marking renewal, with emphasis on tradition, culture, and shared heritage within the community.
Alfred Will, a 10 year old boy, was attacked by a tiger during a war raid as four intruders pursued him near Lui Turk. He received serious injuries but survived after hospital care. The tiger was shot by Ranger Koontz, who distracted the animal to save the boy.
Tokyo reports official employment estimates at about 100000 with higher idle capacity in shipping. Cabinet approves 31 million yen for relief work including construction of tents and other aid despite a government no-work policy.
A cabinet reshuffle elevates TUKIQ to foreign minister, with Dee and Matsuzo N among officials assigned new posts. Veo choker of Matsuzo N stays in government, while Ehigern Yoshi is appointed ambassador to Italy.
Fragmentary British dispatch describes gunboat danger from cannon fire on a river near Yinglee slopes. Chaos and near misses reported as crews struggle to maintain duty amid shelling with shots flying.
A fragmentary report notes a discus event in Dalbas Texas with incomplete wording about oil promotion and a meeting of a general association. Names and specifics are unclear due to OCR errors. The readable items mention a program and directors at a multi continental context.
A partial report lists Col Arthur G Fisher and Lt Foster leading a squad from the Sixth Corps to begin inspection duties Saturday at Dodd Field with sites at Dryde Crick and other bases. Visit includes Dryden Marfa El Paso and Turson with Brooks official Teverte in Austin spending the weekend there.
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