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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 31, 1930

Page

4

Army Ordered to Study Defense Against Attacks

The War Department ordered a rapid study of defense methods after recent arms maneuvers showing limited success against low altitude air attacks. Maj. Gen. Brenten, Maj. Harty, and Gen. Lytle Brown were tasked to report on protective steps for divisional units, with focus on field artillery brigades, transport, and engineer regiments.

Andremal Barshe Washington War Department Secretary of War Hurley Brenten O Bugis Maj Harty Cde Entile Geo Lytle Brown Epee Eod J. L. de Witt Renersl Engineer Samuel Hof Ordnance George S. Gabbaula

Heubaum Nems Street Glerk Vacancy Filled City Office

Fred A. Heobrom from the City purchasing agent’s office becomes chief clerk of the street department Wedverdar filling a seven and a half year vacancy caused by Charles Movie’s death. Emilia Broche, a street department bookkeeper, transfers to the purchasing agent’s office to take Heatsam’s place. Mrs. Thelma Morgan, widow of Mickey Morgan and campaign manager, will fill Le Broche’s street job.

Fred A. Heobrom Hecbaum Charles Movie Emilia Broche Heatsam Thelma Morgan Mickey Morgan le Broche Fred A. Heubaum Charles Boyle

County official releases year’s report figures

County Auditor G. Garvey presents the annual department report noting receipts of 11,092.50 with 11,109 in expenses leaving a small excess in the general fund. The report indicates most county offices closed Wednesday afternoon to allow staff to finalize the activity wrap up.

Louis F. Bolta G. Garvey Gourthluss

Italo French Navy Holiday At Close

Rumored naval holiday in Rome signals a pause in Italo French building talks. Officials acknowledge cautious prospects for resuming talks after a January 10 council session. Naval expert Robert Le Crmigle visits Rome amid discussions on continuing the Aoligny at Jeary.

Rome Der Peor Robert le Crmigle Erie Foreign Office Kentleman Jeary

Kally Field Visitor Leaves for Home

Unclear text describes a visitor from Kelly field leaving for home Thursday morning. Mentions a Stason T. 82 and a move to Wianapelie with a person named Diora and a Mayne fistmeter reference. Details are fragmented and names may be misspelled.

Kally Field Stason T Loremerle Kelly Field Keliz Wianapelie Diora

Chicago Police Cut Arrests

Fragmented report notes reductions in arrests and a related financial figure of 35000 dollars. Mentions Chicago and references to WLS and a Wheeler Alcock in a police context. Details are unclear due to garbled OCR.

Chicago Wheeler

A Political Chameleon Is Exactly What Senator Norris Is NOT

William Randolph Hearst defends Senator Norris against claims he shifts with party winds. The piece lauds Norris as steadfast, critiquing chameleons who change with party color while arguing for government not owned by power interests and bankers.

Senator Norris Norris Mr. Hoover Hoover Power Trust International Bankers Norria William Randolph Hearst

Radio Waves Claim Diphtheria Immunization Hint

A battered report notes scientists in American labs exploring radio frequency waves as a potential method to lessen diphtheria toxin strength and possibly immunize patients. The Pittsburgh team cautions they have not tested any attenuation based on immunization properties and emphasize preliminary findings.

Pitteburga Pitteburch de Terielogiee Iemmunising Proportien

VARRIAGE FIRM IN HANDS OF RECEIVER

A Dallas based marriage trust firm faced receivership with Judge Clase McCallim appointing Robert F. Thompson as receiver on a $10,000 bond. The company offered inducements for marriages, listing agents across Texas Oklahoma and Arkansas. Thompson halted operations by contacting all agents to cease activity.

Big Spring Texas Alee Tex Pelky Noldern Sereem Sii Tex Oklahoma Vouiklena Arkapess

Einstein given thrills by children on voyage

Albert Hinstein, depicted as a famed intellect, arrived in Calitrale and praised youth. He observed a regiment of schoolchildren in uniforms singing from the pier and, despite critics, affirmed that youth remains wondrous. He expressed admiration and watched the band of musicians as the steamer carried him from Germany.

Ban Imego Caiit Albert Hinstein Calitrale Jadas Nein Alerays Germany Tia

New Year Church Watch Night Services Planned

The article lists watch night services across multiple congregations including Westminster Presbyterian St Johns Evangelical Lutheran Grace Lutheran Park Lutheran and Evangelical Community Cathedral. It notes times from 7:30 p.m. to midnight and English and German services with subjects such as Where Art Thou and The Blessing of the Lord for the New Year. Dates center on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day with various pastors named.

Pare Moo T Fonoa Denver Boulevard Elgar Hubbard Westminster Presbyterian Otlek Wednesai Pan Alfred QO. Teast Berman St.John’ Evangelical Lutheran A. L. Wolff Grace Lutheran Paul F., Hein Irvio M. Ca Iguana Park Lutheran F. A. Neumeister Pxetor Betr- Vera J. W. Sehowe Beacon Hill Hyangelien Lothecan Williame C. Moffett Servigs Roam Thasdsy Sen Pernende Cathotent Teecinda Salemn Mars

Three Physicians Named to County Health Staff

Three physicians were named to the county health staff, with Dr. Deaigiat Farce from Lat named among the appointees. Officials state that T. F. Cheiatinn and Weebes Flay will be retained as assistant county health officers. The county commissioners will confirm all appointments on the recommendation of County Judge Shea Wo AS Wrzbach.

County Heart Deaigiat Vannat Weir Bamerac T. F. Cheiatinn Weebes Fie Thokerwold Wal da Shea Wo Wrzbach

200 Couples for Pupadupe Fete Dance

About two hundred couples are expected at the Pupadupee New Year dance at Topon five miles away. Hancock and his orchestra will play the music. Breakfast will be served after the dance at 4? a.m. Thursday.

Arbor Ina Topon Hancock Theo Muale

Home Town Boy Makes Good Returns for Holiday in Concord

A chaotic scene unfolds as a former Department of Justice investigator returns to his native town of Concord North Carolina for a holiday. A Hy ecled chauffeur ferries him to a large gathering at the local inn where the crowd crowds around. The town hosts a sizable meal, yet a curious moment ends with the sighting of a bill or bill-like object amid the festivities.

Univeca Serilea Concord N. C Dee Gaston Meews Department of Justice Means Tuwnefell

City to Back Junior Yanks

Noble L. Roberts was named by Bob Bass to organize Junior Xanka classes for underprivileged boys ages 10 to 15 in city recreation parks. The program will include athletics biking and entertainment with merit badges for class membership and a possible summer camp.

Noble L. Roberts Hare Bob Bass Roberts San Pedro Park Highland Park Lockwood Park Lions Field Roosevelt Park Denver Heights Park Ttig

Clyde Banks Consolidate Under One National Bank

In Abilene Lexas on December 1 the Clyde Nation al and First State banks merged by the boards of directors. The new consolidated bank will occupy the First State building but keep the Clyde National name. Officers from both banks will serve until the January 13 election.

Abilene Lexas Clyde Vallahan Clyde National First State Clyde Nalionsl

Court Holds Up Brokerage Probe

Jefferson City Mo Dec 1 UPI The Missouri Supreme Court halted efforts by Secretary of State Charles J Becker to compel St Louis brokerage and investment houses to bring books and records to the state for an investigation by a writ of prohibition.

Jefferson City UPI Charles J. Becker St. Louis Missouri Supreme Court

Victoria Holding Escaped Convict Capture Reported

Jackson December 31 local penitentiary officials were advised by telephone of the capture at Victoria Texans of Fleury Bye Mississippi who escaped from Parchman penitentiary on October 22 He is under life sentence for murder and was sent in from George county

Actress Sues Man Over Auto Mishap in Los Angeles

Actress Karla Gutehrein sues a man for 2500 damages in a Los Angeles case claiming November 8 car collision with another vehicle her companion Karin was riding with Korda involved in the accident and Gogh.

Los Angeles Karla Gutehrein Ine Aéreen Zultar Korda Damapey Cailajon Korda Karin

Turner Out After Hawks Air Record

Anacee Taner, noted airman, announced plans to attempt a record flight from Los Angeles to New York early in spring. He said he would carry passengers on the trip and aim to fly more than 12 hours, seeking to surpass Frank Hawk's nearby record.

LO Angeles Anacee Taner Frank Hawk New-York Turner

Man Turned To Concrete Floor In Garage Accident

Eight feet on an endless belt lift at the A B garage injured Bars ney Wetherell 45 of 1003 Urefgen avenue he fell from the ground to the third floor and suffered a fractured skull and serious internal injuries. He was taken to Nortent A Gree hospital in critical condition. Witnesses believed Wetherell may have died from the fall.

Barsney Wetherell Urefgen Avenue A.B Travis Nolert A. Gree Fellowsyarkere Weatherst Wis C. A. Downy Wetterell Wetherell

Fragments of Bodies Sought in Electra Explosion

In Electra Texas three men dynamited a U W plant injuring and killing workers. W. “Bill” Kenworthy, about 50, truck driver, died. J B Hassell and another man were named as suspects. Explosion scattered debris across a 40 acre farm with no witnesses. Authorities said the men were experienced oil field workers.

Electra Texas U. W Bill Kenworthy J. LB Hassell Fering Dynen

Nurseryman Loses Suit by Default

A default judgment for 334.78 was entered by Judge DuVs Wealon in favor of the International and Great Northern railroad against nurseryman Locke. The railroad claimed Locke was charged 34.74 on a freight shipment of mass, but the defendant was not present.

Br. Locke Nurseryman DuVs Wealon Tthe International and Great Northern Railroad Locke

White Woman Accused in Negro Man's Death in Salt Lake City

In Salt Lake City on December 31 a 40 year old Roy Baker was shot dead at his home. Police seek a white woman named Anne Hebed orith bhin who Baker reportedly identified before dying. The case concerns a race related accusation as investigation continues.

Balt Lake City Roy Baker Baker Mecumal Anne Hlved Orith Bhin

Gregg County Oil News to launch in Kilgore

Dawkins former editor of Lonpines Daily News announced he will publish a weekly newspaper at Kilgore in Gregg County. The first issue of the Gregg County Oil News will appear tomorrow.

Texas Longview Texeo Dee UPF Dawkins Lonpines Daily News Kilgore Acene Bent ‘Texas Gregg County Oil News

Library Closure Notice Affects Carnegie Towntown Branches

The Carnegie library system will close Thursday for all branches including main and branch locations. Service interruption applies to library operations and transfers, with no public access until reopening announced.

Carnegi¢e Towntown Mbracy Thinatos Mra Branera

Caruso Jr Does Not Follow Dad in Music

Borico Caruso Jr son of a famed tenor rejects a musical career and instead shows no ambition for film work. He plans to stay in Hollywood pursue other opportunities while avoiding music.

Hollywoon Borico Caruso Jr Rapel Kianleo Umusa Hole Jywoon Mortion Picture Capital

Greenville Man Appointed Judge In Eighth District

Austin December 31 Governor Dan Moody announced the appointment of J. G. Bowman of Greenville to succeed Judge Grove Sellers as judge of the Eighth District court. Moody also announced the reappointment of J. C. Gulekie of Amarillo and Mrs J EL of Vendereon to the state board of education for five years.

Greenville Austin J. G. Bowman Grove Sellers Eighth District Court Dan Moody Moody J. C. Gulekie Amarillo Mre J. EL Vendereon State Board of Education Aix Peat

New Year Guard Planned as Deputies Mobilize

Sheriff Alfonso Newton Jr announces about twenty deputies will be on band from Wednesday night to early Thursday to prevent rowdy behavior during the city’s New Year celebration. All deputies will be on call until 4 a.m. Thursday, with county appointees’ assignments ending as scheduled.

Alfonso Newton Jr Didn Ue

Chaplain Heagner Transfers to Falls Church Pathway

Chaplain Herbert A Heagner formerly with the Twenty third infantry at Fort Sam Houston is reassigned to the Falls Church department, following duty at Fort Sam Houston.

Kelly Field Herbert A. Heagner Twenty Third Tifmary Fort Sam Prouston Falls Tielhe Ne Department Ordece

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