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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1930
Page
1
The column reflects on Paderewski aged 71 performing at Carnegie Hall, notes on millionaire wealth definitions, and insights into technologic and social change. It discusses billionaires, industrial power, and a medical claim about artificially created life cells. The piece references Russia’s labor market and gendered employment shifts.
A disturbance at the Riyoll theater on Porty ninth Street in New York led to 47 students being jailed after a campus riot. Police moved in to restore order as damage was reported to the venue and surrounding streets.
In Fort Titles Kansas the Army Medical Corps officer Major Shepard seeks arrest of judgment and a new trial after the jury returned a verdict of guilt in the murder case. Judge Floydins set Feb 2 for sentence. The defense argues the record lacks sufficient evidence to sustain a verdict and claims juror qualifications were mishandled. A lengthy list of grounds for post verdict relief is detailed.
In Chicago a longtime city hall clerk, known for his steady work ethic, retires after more than 80 years in service. Friends recall his habit of saying nothing would happen, yet a recent turn of events reveals he left behind property worth 5040 F480.
Chicago December 30 William Hale Thompson the Costos Mayor of Chicago seeks a fourth term. He faced opposition from three candidates for the Republican mayoralty nomination as Arthur H Albert entered the race. Albert is the youngest city council member and a son of Big Bill Thompson's administration. The entry followed party leader disputes over a mutual candidate.
Veterans Administration officials projected the agency could lend about 45 million dollars to veterans for adjusted compensation schemes in 19Sh and indicated readiness to lend 20 million dollars to 900000 veterans in January, outlining loan prospects and eligibility.
Washington Teletype reports the Supreme Court was asked to rule on Secretary Wilbur's 1920 action ending prospecting for gas and oil on public lands. The request tests the legality and scope of federal control over energy exploration on public domains.
Dixie Barker weighs 449 pounds and Cowboy Henry 183 pounds in a clash likely tied to a rodeo or exhibition event. The pair's weights are highlighted as a notable contrast for readers.
Eggert alleges Lynn Probe is responsible, naming C. Eggert, assistant sanitary engineer, who plans resignation after twelve years. Board session noted Lynn's presence. Eggert and Moore, state auditor, discuss tenancy and stock ownership in sanitary appliance company held jointly with her father.
A slight drop in temperatures is forecast for Tuesday night into Wednesday with clouds and possible showers. Light northerly to easterly winds accompany the change as the Weather Bureau predicts up to around 40 degrees for some areas, with warmer conditions predicted in East Texas.
Capone era figure Guzik, listed as business manager for a Chicago liquor syndicate, was sentenced to prison and fined 317.50 by Federal Judge Charles FH Woodward for evading income tax payments. The judge prevented a motion for per trial.
Three persons, perhaps four, are believed drowned after a car left the coastal highway eighteen miles north of Charleston and plunged into deep water. The autoist's party included residents of Thekesnyille Florida, with one possibly from Cuaileston. Rescue operations were hindered by swift currents and poor visibility.
A stray collie dog leads Raided man to five unconscious boys found in an abandoned mine shaft on Arlington avenue. Firemen and mine safety experts battled toxic gases to recover the youths. Names include Josep Kasicky Why Andrew Novak 107 John Vogier Steve Polka and Welter Rubsla. One collapsed outside, four were rushed to hospital where all died despite resuscitation efforts. The dog died at the Vogick home. Continued on page 2.
An Indianapolis attorney, Royal A. Nichols, loses his wife Ruth Nicholas and two children when she drowns the boy Richard Allen Nicholas, strangles Virginia aged two, and then shoots herself with a revolver amid family tensions and a move to California. Nichols survives as the sole family member.
Comms Attorney Tom J Newton a prominent Cultute in Mexic county politics for 20 years was freed of a charge of driving under the influence in a no bill returned by a Ninety-fourth district court grand jury. Newton was charged on December and a government complaint in the Justice of Peace court alleged a collision in which Mrs White of South Antonio was injured. Newton was filed on the following day for driving an automobile while intoxicated.
Washington December 30 President Moyer announced Eastern railroads have agreed on consolidating into four independent systems the Pennsylvania New York Central Baltimore and Ohio and Nickel Plate with the Wabash Seaboard plan abandoned pending ICC approval. The plan preserves employee and community protection and aims to boost employment and railroad stability as Congress intended in 1920.
An old Chicago notice advertises free board and room for a man with genuine migraine headaches. It promises a salary during three months and care at Winds medical college, seeking a male patient with a graying migraine for a study, including a free residence and a $54 monthly allowance while unable to work.
reports indicate 40 workers at the U W Torpedo plant near Buecta Texas were killed or missing after a a massive explosion. Officials described the victims as experienced shooters using glycerine and dynamite. Debris scattered across a nearby farm and three miles of surrounding area.
In Chester, robbers blew open the Chester State bank safe and fled with between 4000 and 1000 dollars. In Dundee, First State bank was forced entry on Monday night with a vault torn, yielding 624 pennies and an undetermined amount from safety deposit boxes.
New York state athletic commission gives Joe Jacobs a week to decide Schmeling's defense against Luck Sharkey in doubt. Decision stems from an ultimatum tied to Schmeling's heavyweight title status and a potential title bout in New York.
Unsettled weather with light to moderate rain possible and cooler temperatures. Wednesday may see a high near 60 with a low around 40, while Thursday looks warmer with a high near 65 and a chance of showers. Friday unsettled and cooler again with a risk of rain or snow.
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