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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 08, 1930

Page

2

Moody veto looms as prison site plan stirs Texas session

The Texas house debates prison centralization with Moodys veto predicted to shape the session. A Pope plan to retain most penitentiary properties while expanding others aims to improve clothing and facilities. Supporters argue centralization near Austin remains best, while opposition cites delay in reform.

Gonr Shroods Spr Austin Face Te Qaeuuts Frensc Senierepce Waleefsek Fort Worth Moods Vic Austin Mike Hogg Hout Aiton W. ©. Pope e-Corpue Christi Shaw Wowie County Hore Teonard Tiflothom Sealy

Hatcher Demands Thorough Probe

Dallas February 8 state treasurer WW Gregory Hatcher demanded a thorough investigation of his office after reports from Austin charged him with general inefficiency and incompetence. He said the state auditor did not request the probe but supported the demand when urged by the house. He urged immediate action and pledged ally support in legislature and Texas to ensure a prompt inquiry.

Hatcher Dallas Gregory Hatcher Austie Lynne Tatcher

Rescuers Die as Utah Mine Disaster Mounts Toll

Grim death toll rises at Standard Coal mine near Standardville Utah after Thursday explosion and gas release. Three rescue workers died when a massive rock crushed them while probing for missing miners. Known dead reach 17 with three still missing. Families receive aid as communities respond.

Salt Lakh City Utah Bes Standard Coal Tempear Standardville Mhore C. H. Brads Frank James Tobie Wimber Eben Inbo H. Loman New Mexico Clarence FE Cachon Rounts Strudardville Solence

Girl Fatally Shot By Bd In Margate California

Juvenile authorities held 14 year old James Ashton after a girl was shot at a Margate California home. The victim died from a gunshot wound and was at the dinner table when the shooting occurred. Authorities believe a quarrel prompted the incident.

BAX Obispo Calif Fen Chet Meyeacill Margate Pennington James Ashton

Serum's Effect on Patient Watched

BALTIMUIE Md rey 6 I hsaityatin 2 Os William Mtoval Broke Wailimore Arve department officia from practacosis or patrat fever described the condition and the effects of serum Cries administered. The serum monte Cremphe hho A herson yeomering from the disease won free injection and again yesterday Friday alterna Ur. dtoken suffreed a relapse but rallie later in the day.

Baltivuie MD. Rey William Wailimore

Loud Speakers for Texas Legislators Progress

A report from Austin notes legislators consider funding for new loudspeakers in the house and senate chambers. The plan seeks an expenditure of 50 thousand dollars to install audio equipment, aiming to improve debate and public address capabilities within the state capitol.

Ethel Shutta to Play Opposite Eddie Cantor

Los Angeles reports that Ethel Shutta wife of George Olsen and former Ziegfeld Follies star will play the same role she created on stage in Whoopee. Cantor friend to Olsen, tests led to a contract for the film. The gossip notes also mention Olsen planning a nightclub, Ina Claire’s looming stardom, and various industry moves including Dorothy Mackaill with Milton Berle and other cinema personalities at Hollywood events.

Lovella Parsons Valterans Servicn Mathon Bletnrn Altar Cogvtiem Cnivecnal Wervice Los Angeles Ethel Firat National Shutta George Pany Chia Miss Shut Miss Eddie Cantor George God Bliss Shutta Samuel Goldwen Sam Hoyle Bjmont George Olsen Hollywood Broadway

Dog Has Charge Account at Store

New Haven reports a pet dog named Billy enjoys a charge account at a local store. He visits the butcher when hungry and his owner settles the bill later.

Dog

Know Your Pellerman Patrolman in 1814 Commerce Travis Line

In P. N. Torres series patrolman on beat 13 covers Commerce area to Travis and Bonidad to Laredo Streets. He was made a policeman in 1aiz.

P. N. Torres Haundera Arenut Commerce Airee Travis Bonidad Laredo

Brady War Politics Mark County Race Deliberations

In WN Brady War politics, Metuilenh county police announce consolidation efforts heightening interest in the county judge race. Jide W. Bisa faces C. 1. Gaule, a former judge, with Tudge Filia seeking a second term. Four candidates compete with sheriff candidates Kimbrough, Willer, Scarborough, and Wade in the race. H. C. Hratey, superintendent, seeks reelection on a platform of better rural education as a rights-based consolidarian rival.

Tray Metuilenh Log Jide W. M. Bisa Ie Hyphia Intre Paat Rampaian C. 1. Gaule Gault Tudge Filia Hia Parpainn Dean

Prisoner Hangs Himself in Texas Jail

In Texas, January 7, a prisoner at Alice Tim Will County jail hanged himself with a rope made from a prison blanket while awaiting trial. The incident occurred as officials investigated the method and motive behind the suicide.

Rendon Oliver Wiliam McCalah Alice Texas Aimaele Tim Welle Ciunty

Mother of Flores Dis Implies Shot at Ortiz Rubio Attempt

In San Luis Potosi Mexico Feb UP Arrivals from the town near here report the mother of Daniel Flores who attempted to kill President Ortiz Rubio died of a heart attack as police arrived to arrest Dans brothers Pilar unily Arnulfs A Catholic priest Gregorio Romo and his brothers Francisco and Pedro were arrested at Charcas in connection with the attack Ester de Santiago a school teacher also was arrested All have been sent to Mexico City

San Luis Potosi Mexico Daniel Flores Ortiz Rubio Daniels Brothers Pilar Arnulfs Gregorio Romo Francisco Pedro Charcas Ester de Santiago Bero Mexico City

Amblish Jury Controversy Over Prohibition Enforcement

In a heated court room exchange, Mat theielouted blasts district and federal officers for unfair law enforcement. He accuses investigators of neglecting bootleggers near the courthouse and mocks a federal operation that captured a woman while others fled, criticizing the prohibition effort.

Kip Rhinelander Awaits Reply to New Ultimatum

Kip Rhinelander awaiting a reply to an ultimatum served through his attorney to his former wife Alice Jones Rhinelander, whom he recently divorced in Nevada. He intends to defund pal on his need for divorce and will withdraw her separate maintenance suit now on file in New York courts, discontinishing the allowance of about $200 per month.

Las Vegas Nev Peh Teonard Kip Rhinelander Alice Jones Rhinelanter Nevada Pal Neeeda Will Ruinelander New York Abe

Chicago Attorney Probes Gifts to Officials

State's Attorney John A. Swanson opens an inquiry into gifts estimated at a million dollars received by thirteen Chicago district officials under President Yd. Crowe. The items reportedly include radios and other electrical equipment provided by the UW. S.A. company, the office states.

Chicago Keb John A. Swanson Thonteen

Wounded Student Battles for Life

Memphis dispatch reports Emil A Fett of the University of Tennessee medical staff in critical condition after a broken 14th floor fall from an apartment building. He was unconscious and badly injured, fighting for life more than twenty four hours after the incident.

Memphis Renn Binsal Emil A. Fett University of Tenntasee Medical Attent

Rev Crum to Talk on Scout Movement

The Rev Rolfe P Gram rector of the Rt Mark's church will deliver a special sermon Sunday morning in recognition of Lincoln and the anniversary of the founding of the Rex Republic of America. Divorces granted. C T Amen on Tetha Amen. Valerino Clantilion va Taipe C1 nite n.

Crum Rolfe P. Gram Rt. Mark's Church Lincoln America C.T. Amen Tetha Amen Valerino Clantilion Va Taipe

Local Notes and Social Updates From San Antonio

Various city social items include recuperating Frank Ondrdondonk, Tobn Ellis homeward from hospital, and Mrs Brownbee’s return to parents. Visits by Prof. E R Ristine, Mrs Wilcox and others noted along with the civic stunt night charitable sale for the San Antonio Child Protective and Humane Society. Also mentions former Westmoorland College president, returning educators, and a United Spanish War Veterans meeting at 2530 Commerce Street.

San Pedro Playhouse Tucy Sulihers Bes San Antonio Child Protective and Himane Society Se. E. A. Stanford Westmoorland College An ‘van Gage B. Pickens Memphis Qomveling Board of Education Ne Mathadist Church

Fragmented vow on naval policy and aid in wartime debate

An apparent wartime discussion criticizes Sir MacDonald and British policy, claiming proposals to sink all battle ships and French submarines were floated. The speaker laments Britain’s lack of naval strength, long voyages, and shortages of supplies while asserting delegation safety amid tensions.

New York MacDonald France Newport Newson Begland Momotenone Aubmarines

Naval Parley Awaits Note on London Talks and Fleet parity

The article reports on ongoing naval discussions in London regarding a treaty framework. It analyzes U S needs versus British fleet parity, noting proposals requiring the United States to build cruisers totaling 20 ships, including ten 10,000-ton vessels and ten 7,000-ton ships, with current fleets and timelines referenced.

Bdmson Otter Penale Ite Elegaton London Mutl United States Britain Sneger Atyen

Five Paris Armories Burn to Ground

Five armories in Paris were destroyed by fire at Vincennes on the western edge of the city. The blaze also damaged an estimated 1 000 oxygen tanks and engulfed a magazine of ammunition, with buildings collapsing on artillery stocks. Firemen battled the blaze as explosions and smoke filled the area.

Paris Vincennes Arsenal Farin

MARATACY LICENSES UPDATE AND MARRIAGE INTENTIONS

Vital statistics report shows numerous license issuances and marriages in progress. Names include Rena and Blanche Mur ang ee, Itamandes and Mra Tren ive, Tugger and Lucy WM, plus others linked to February records. census-like notes mention infirmaries and building permits for North FONBO area, with addresses on Hagin Street and Eastan Avenue.

Maratacy Iesupd Rena £. Marine Blanche A. Mur Angee Itamandes Mra Trenive Tuber Tele Lucy WM Buck Tore Acullat Memane Lopee Intentina pAtther Ammael Cay Rose Lavinarm Te Pi Hee Fetun S. Mcbuttin Bille Mee Gebhart Mike J Geee Hing

First Auto Fatality Of Month Reported In City

A Lancet-like account describes the first fatal car crash of the month near Olmoe Drive and West Avenue. Lloyd Smith, 16, was killed when his car collided with another vehicle after being flung through a windshield. The ambulance driver, Prioris Hubert, tried to rush him to Santa Rosa infirmary but he died en route. In a separate incident, A Ky Zadlck, 66, was struck at Houston and St. Augustine during rush hour. the driver fled, and police pursued a suspect.

Seburdey Lloyd Smith W. A. Smith Sacramento Drive Sostepteneous Olmoe Drive Weat Avenue Young Smith J. Donahue San Francisco Street Prioris Hubert Fort Dam Houston Smith Santa Rosa Infirmary A. Ky Zadlck Stratford Court Houston St Aturga Atreche Zorick Robert B. Green

Victoria's First Oil Well Blows In Fresh Strike

Victoria county reports its first oil well blowout on the Jay Weller ranch near Victoria. Humble Oil Company drilled to depth needed for production. flow rate and well conditions not fully confirmed. Officials noted oil gravity around 62 degrees. further testing expected.

Vicioita Texas Fen Apr Victoria County Bure Humble Max

Final Rites Set for Miss Baker

Final rites are planned for Miss Baker a longtime La parish resident who died at home aged 74. She was born in St Marys parish and lived most of her life in Te​can. Survived by two brothers Haritea Asker of San Antonio and Marshall Baker of Soyars, one sister Alice Harris of San Antonio, and four nephews.

Punerol Atlan Amada USD Teal Mize Thaker St Mary's Parish Tecan Ja Sues Haritea Asker San Antonio Marshall Baker Soyars Aleter Alice Harris Aletes

Oil Men Plan Radio Appeal to Public

Oil industry groups announce weekly radio broadcasts to explain tariff issues to the public. Independent practitioners operators refiners and marketers of America plan the appeal to the general audience as part of a classification classified feature.

RT Aldona America

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