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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 10, 1930

Page

5

Eastman Decries Prohibition as Economic Tool in Speech

Max Eastman, renowned poet and critic, argues prohibition is a means to steer the capitalist system. He predicts a clash between capitalism and communism as Europe educates more and America confronts rising unrest. Eastman spoke at the Menger hotel and previews an Open Forum at Main Avenue High School on "Why We Laugh Like Human Beings."

Max Eastman Menger Fouth Amrrira Hoovers United States Enetovan Easloan San Antonio

Patrolman 6 Mergele Featured in Know Your Pollerman Series

The article profiles Patrolman 6 Mergele 823 Canton, noting one year as a patrolman a motor vehicle officer three years and current Italian officer status. He joined the force July 11, 1922.

Mergele Canton

Small Bills Spender Helps Track City Finances

At the Monday meeting of the finance panel, various appropriations were approved including 1690 to Moeller and Weil-Wacher for Wille Sur seum addition, 2191.25 to Solovic Printing for briefs, 129 to Bexar Abstract for back tax attorney fees, 1595.85 for merchant bills, 814.70 for pay rolls, 7000 transferred to the 1928 fund, 20027.20 to cover notes and interest on the 1929 fund, and 1635.45 from the 1920 fund for architect and contractor payments on the fan Pedro play house project.

Connierion Moeller and Weil- Wacher Solovic Printing Company Bexar Abstract Company Dan Merchants General Interest Architecta Pedro Boure

Woman Paralyzed By Head Bump At Home

Miss Erma Wyrick twenty one suffered temporary speech loss and paralysis after bumping the right side of her head against a kitchen sink at 222 East Craig Place. The accident occurred Sunday at the home of Aire L Leonard.

Erma Wyrick East Craig Place Aire L. Leonard

Baudette Residents Join Search for Missing Plane

Residents of Baudette and northern settlers mobilized to search for a missing airplane that disappeared late Saturday over Lake of the Woods. The craft carried Maurice Miller and appeared to have run out of fuel, with a trail of wad and supplies reported along the route as investigators pursue leads.

Minnesota Baudette Minn Maurice Miller Lake of the Woods

Mexican Sclon Shot by Relative in Menich City

Fernando Escamillo deputy from Queretaro and leading officer in the national police was shot by his sister in Me had refused his wife permission to see their children. The attack occurred on February 19 within the city as authorities investigate the motive and circumstances surrounding the family dispute.

Menich City Fernando Escamillo State of Queretaro

Mexican Flying Ace Heads Civil Aviation

Mexico City reports a famed former flying ace takes a leading role in civil aviation. The veteran pilot, celebrated for long service and notable ventures, assumes command in a key national aviation project amid ongoing reforms.

Mexico City Eberta Fierra Exten Flier United States

Colombia Election Update Signals Regional Returns

Fragmented OCR text references Herrera and regional results in Colombia, with mentions of parties and political figures. No clear events or outcomes are discernible from the readable segments.

Merkel Bank Opening Fails Amid Turmoil

A fragmentary report describes a failed bank opening at Merkel, with unclear details about the cause and involved parties. The text mentions a state reference and potential figures but lacks coherent context.

Merkel Dora

Bids Opened for School Textbooks by Board of Education

AISTIN February 10 The board of education met in open session to consider bids for new contractor text books to be used in the public schools.

Aistin Board of Education

Judge Praises Boy Scout Movement in San Antonio

Meris of the Boy Scout organization is praised for building manhood, self reliance, and integrity. A series for The Light features County Judge Robertson and civic leaders urging boys toward right company, duties, and productive minds to steer away from juvenile court trouble.

Meris Boy Scout Organization America San Antonio Cheeus Fudge Perry S. Robertson Amerroi Hed Associates Loys Hoy Scouta Wooderall

Hopkins County Church Stock Cache Discovered

Reports say 35 ball-pallen jars of liquor were found under a church in Hopkins County near Campbell by Constable Jim Riggers and George Thurman. The incident suggests bootleggers using church or residence spaces for storage.

Greenviler Texas Mopkins County Jim Riggers Campbell George Thurman Hopkins County Hikgers

Edison to Observe Edison Birthday in Florida

In Florida on February 10 preparations were under way for the eighty third birthday observance of Thomas A Edison, world famed inventor. Dr Hamilton Mote, president of His College, will deliver the address at the unveiling of the Dixon plaque in Raeh.

Insurance on Friml's Fingers Sparks Talk

A sensational note from Hollywood reports a $500,000 insurance on pianist Hudelph Friml's fingers. The item, tied to a world famous Welt opera company, notes concerns about a hangnail affecting performance and raises questions about the value of a musician's hands in show business.

Friml

Funeral Held for Mrs Clara Zerm Eiperal

Funeral services for Mrs Linda Viapa Zern were conducted with family members present. Survivors include her husband Alfred Zerit and a sister Dela Stein. Other relatives named include Etta Valériy and Winifred Einnvelffl Taring.

Clara Zerm Linda Viapa Zern Aitebin Stev Winifred Einnvelffl Wsband Alfred Zerit Her Brether Dela Stein Cid Etta Valériy Ulatheth

Synthetic Sausage Feature of Dinner

Fragmentary report notes a dinner feature involving synthetic sausage, with references to a chemical industry context and a religious or civic group. The text includes names and phrases that are unclear, suggesting a historical newspaper blurb about an experimental food product and its reception or debate.

Hamburg-American Liner Is Launched

The Hamburg-American liner was launched at Viainliste amid a ceremony with notable Americans in attendance. The event highlighted a new trans Pacific route and featured remarks from prominent figures as the public exhibition of painter aged 80 in New York drew attention.

Rervier Shy York Wrz Armerenie Omryiew Norwalk Cann Amen Holtmane New York Tle

KTSA and KISA Broadcast Schedule Fragment

A scrambled OCR of KTSA and KISA program listings shows an Austin area radio schedule with multiple stations, times, programs, and performers. Mentions include The Funniest Things, Spagbis by Herold Schersitz, Honey Moushland Serenaders, Westher report, Kinney's Southland Bearenders, Bob Skiles Haywire orchestra, studio musical programs, health shows, and various concerts.

Grell Yally Austin Herold Schersitz Tome Albert Myer Wilda Stone Honey Moushland Westher Kinney Southland Berenaders Dance Musle Bob Skiles Honeses Red Wilson San Antonio Han Antonio W. A. Hing Cecil Sally Wilde Stone Mel Roy Lily Kowker

Radio Programs and Sports Feature Highlights

A multi item radio schedule lists Prank O Neil of the New York Journal as a guest on KTSA at 833 oclock Monday night with a discussion on Primo Canera. Other segments include sport lights previews, World Today discussions, and broadcasts from WOAL and the National Broadcasting chain. The lineup features music by Franklyn Baur and Vaughn Tenth, an Ingram Shavers program, and the General Motors Family party with Guy Fraser Harrison and the Rochester Uiste orchestra.

O'Neil New York Journal San Antonio KTSA Farao Sports’ Authority IO Minmlé Sport Lights Preeria Farol Seher- Witz San Antonio Light Primo Canera Atract Albert Myers Hilda Stone ETSA London James G. McDonald WOAL National Broadcasting Chain Voita Firestone Chopin Hugo Mariann Wang Franklyn Baur Vaughi Wayarige Wange Ingram Shavers Proram Vain Hares Thomas Americ Ent General Motors Guy Fraser Harrison Rochester Uiste Orchestra

Tug Edgar Coney Sinks Off Port Arthur Mystery

Port Arthur Texas February 10 The tug Edgar Coney sank 87 miles northeast in seven fathoms of water. Divers report no explosion or bodies aboard though 12 of 14 crew are missing. Sabine Towing prepares to seal off a dynamite charge to remove the wreck as a navigation hazard.

Port Arthur Texas Edgar ¥. Coney Sudlay Sabine Towing Company

Averescue Injured During Rioting in Bucharest

In Bucharest on February 10 Averescur, leader of a Romania political party, was slightly injured during a clash in front of the palace as he attempted a demonstration with supporters. He was boated from the crowd before sustaining serious harm.

Bucharest INS Averescur T'e0le Tumania Fran Coral Palace Averescue

Whaling Firm Offers Byrd Aid in Antarctic Mission

Oslo reports the whaling company Flossbaved expressed willingness to assist Rear Admiral Byrd in the Antarctic expedition if guaranteed against economic losses. The offer signals industry backing for the mission amid logistics and funding concerns.

Whaling Company Byrd Oslo Flossbaved Antarctic

Wagner Funeral Held in Alamo City

Funeral services for Charles WarennerWare died in a San Antonio hospital Saturday. The Rev A L Wolff of St John s Lutheran Church officiated. He was a native of Vermilion Top and had lived in San Antonio 20 years. Survived by widow Leander of Crystal City two daughters Mrs Filpin Klaerner three brothers Withines Wrner Paul and Joe Wagner all of Round Top two sisters Mrs Mathilda Krengel LaGrange and Mrs Pauline Gneglon Fort Worth and five grandchildren.

Charles Warener San Antonio A. L. Wolff St. John's Filpin Klaerner

Two Buried While Working on Autod

Two men were treated at Robert B. Green hospital for burns from oil lantern or gas lighting while repairing autos. Robert Littlejohn, 68, of 1414 Dy Tango Street, burned on the leg. Bundey afternoon. Carl Abbott, 21, of 120 Halnew Avenue, burned on hands and arms when his car ignition started a fire.

Robert B. Green Hospital Atondsy Robert Littlejohn Dy- Tango Street Bundey Carl Abbott

Stop Getting Up Nights Stop Getting Up Nights

Advertising pitch for PALMO Globules claiming to treat nocturnal urination and bladder trouble. Offers a $1.00 box with 30 globules and a free crelar bonus upon sending 10 cents to Abe Palma Company, Battle Creek Michigan.</s>

Plewte Nolles Abe Palma Company Dens Calhoun St. Battle Creek Mich O. D

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