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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1930
Page
3
A fragment reports a mysterious fog in Western Europe linked to a plague dubbed the Black Death. Physicians debate causes as fog and cold spell commerce with widespread illness. towns record deaths among elderly workers and animals, while residents hunker indoors and await official statements.
London reports a dense fog paralyzing Channel and Thames estuary shipping. Trade routes from Severn to Plymouth harbor faced coastlines blocked and 10 ships stranded. Channel traffic halted as mariners describe winds and cold.
In a disturbance at a venue in California, police fought with attendees as more than 300 men and women were arrested. Officers from four divisions responded after the vice squad confronted performers and audience members, with several injuries reported and women charged with performing dances despite alleged clothing disturbances.
Two Army fliers from Mitch Field Detroit crashed on a hillside near Cra hamaville Sullivan county New York while on a training mission. Both copilots survived. the aircraft, a new observation and attack ship, was destroyed.
Police and court officials clash over custody of four alleged robbers held in San Antonio. Detectives refuse to reveal locations, while District Attorney Calhoun asserts prisoners moved from Bexar County. Extradition and bonds details surface as cases tied to prior robberies unfold.
A street car and a motor vehicle collided injuring man Tose Casillas, 244 Fastarre, who was taken to nearby physicians and surgeons hospital for treatment after the Friday crash at Lerington and Wallis Streets.
A verbal confession was obtained from Wil Mann Cornell in a fatal confrontation with Tes Tish on the night of October 6. The case involves a deadly shooting during a disputed outing in Washington under the District of Columbia law.
Injunctions filed against ten men including C F Barnes and Bert York of 207 Broadway seek to permanently halt alleged gambling operations. Hearing set for January 5 to show cause why injunctions should not become permanent with a $1000 bond per defendant. State aims to end gaming joints after a five week DA led probe involving over 150 persons charged.
Washington police and federal agents probe a string of public drinkers in hotels and taverns across the capital. Officials report no immediate action possible and plan to verify authenticity with the state department. A second note mentions a visit and travel plans for Mrs. Sam Grascoq and a Kansan medical matter with a 47 dollar fee.
A damaged typed account describes a collision on Nogallitos Street at Drake Avenue in LaSalle County. The driver claims innocence, says he attempted to avoid a head on crash by driving into a driveway, notes injuries, hospital visit, and mentions pressure from the district attorney’s office.
Paris December 6 Louis Barthou accepted President Doumergue invitation to form a ministry as successor to the defeated government of Andre Tardieu. The move follows the collapse of the prior cabinet and signals a transition in French leadership.
Mrs Keith-Miller flies to Andros aboard a chartered plane to recover the aircraft she used in a forehand meeting on the island Vast Friday. She travels with Captain We Lancaster and the aircraft is piloted by Donald Van Be Water. They expect arrival in Miami late today.
Luang Texas December 6 Afer Boing for 14 mmothe without a call i the Lalufre department was ml oul kwrica an quccessive anys the first fire was in the warthouse of the Magriolin Petroleum empong filled with undefenting oils creased the other stock The damage Wag held to less than 35 The accenture was in the 1 trome edge of town where data Wied with baled abtacks was on fire Water max pumped from 2 nearby innk and the damaca held below 100
Police report a mother tied to a grim act in Munster Pennsylvania involving her two children. Authorities say she carried them from a Mexican locale and then cleaned them in a bathtub before the tragedy. The details remain under investigation as mental health questions arise.
Boston report notes women at the convention discuss relief and government aid. Nellie Testerlowe reports on the Democratic party's stance while criticizing Republican control as a factor in needy sectors. The piece stresses urgent government help for farmers and rural areas.
Georgetown news item reports Blinn College dissolving into Southwestern University with the formation of a new consolidated school named Southwestern University. The consolidation involves a vote by a regional college conference and creates a single institution to be renamed Southwestern University in Groverinwa.
The article reports Mexican authorities preparing to file a complaint about a recent meeting with the United States government. It notes parliamentary steps and tensions surrounding cross border cooperation during the latest international hour, with mentions of Cardova Texas and Voltrad.
German finance program faces a Reichstag vote as Chancellor von Bavel pushes a reform line. The debate centers on fiscal regulation and redistribution while parties seek to classify and balance the budget amid economic strain.
City notices list a Midwes festival with music and dance slated for Sunday night and a Crescent Tend dance Sunday afternoon. A University orchestra performance accompanies a dine and dance at Blane Willy. A separate colored orchestra appears at Holder’s 10-mi noted venue with extra social events.
In Berlin a wartime power blackout halted a film showing as police guarded a mutinous reception. Soldiers and civilians reported crowd unrest while authorities sought to protect public order amid a tense theater scene and debates over censorship.
In Eastland trial proceedings the sister of Privett, Mrs. Tinie Nelson of Ranger, testified about threats allegedly made by Dawson. The defense argued Privett’s subnormal mentality as testimony and cross examination described alleged harassment toward Privett and others, including a claim of intent to strike with a stake.
Vienna Auethan Dee 144 Charles A Levine said he was cleared of conspiracy to counterfeit francs and explained his around the world flight in 15 days prompted the trouble. He spoke to the Associated Press detailing plans for a gyroscope aided voyage, and how the idea attracted attention during prior travels and a factory telephone line.
An orphan boy recounts a violent beating alleged to involve an adult deputy. The report is fragmented with garbled names and places, mentioning a hospitalization and possible charges. Details such as the involved individuals and exact location are unclear due to the damaged text.
TIGUETON December 8 A local dentist J J Hang was acquitted of murder in the slaying of Grover Mere blacksmith near the patrol wagon. Mere died from stab wounds while being transferred from a police sub station to medical quarters with Ty Hanna and three other men charged with intoxication in the incident.
MITAVAUKER Wis Dec 149 Frank Wright famed architect pledges to appear for further questioning in connection with a judgment payment dispute. He owes the estate of his divorced wife May Noel Wright and faces actions tied to the bankruptcy filing.
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