This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 20 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1930
Page
1
The piece surveys prohibition as a dominant political issue while contrasting calls for national development. It cites Vermont law on liquor buyers, court rulings, and debates on enforcement. A Rome royal wedding is briefly described with lingering reflections on future leadership and Mussolini.
The fragmentary text hints at a weather forecast with a cold front moving south and east Thursday into Friday. It mentions rain in the southeast, general rain further north, cooler temperatures, and a potential cold wave, with specific mentions of 34 to 38 degrees in a valley and lingering cold into the weekend.
Cold yet again grips northern Texas with 6 to 72 degree swings as Panhandle towns report subzero gaps while coastal cities bask in sun. Snow and ice disrupt communication and traffic, with 4 inches on Verger and 7 miles of telegraph wires down between Abilene and San Angelo.
Police Commissioner Phil Wright unveils a midnight curfew crackdown to curb night prowlers. All officers ordered to stop and question anyone on the street after midnight, with jail for those unable to explain presence. Residents urged to cooperate to protect public welfare.
In Thirty seventh district court Judge W S Anderson overruled a defense motion for an instructed verdict of not guilty in the trial of FR Chambers former assistant district attorney on a conspiracy to manufacture liquor charge. The defense led by Carl Wright Johnson argued after two hours of debate following the state's case. Mayor Chambers defended the court's ruling noting the legal process and that more time was needed to complete the case.
Contractors dispute a fire unit project as a deputy commissioner and the contractor clash over ironwork at the site. The morning scene involved W. L. Walter and Commissioner Wright resolving the argument after a labor temple official visit.
Senate action authorizes Frederic M. Sackett of Kentucky to serve as ambassador to Germany after Hoover nomination. Confirmation comes promptly from Senate leaders, with Sackett positioned to assume duties in Berlin.
Sweden reports an ice-free winter season with notes on key figures and locations. Mentions include Jan stock, ARNie, the millenter in HN peace, Phere Fane in Mlorkholm, and Baltic party members Falks striving to head north for an expedition.
A sharp cold front heads toward San Antonio and gulf coast areas with temperatures expected to dip to 26 to 30 degrees Thursday night. Northeast Texas faces rain or snow as winds turn north and gusty. Friday morning temperatures may rise slightly but remain near freezing in parts of the region.
Acting Secretary Cotton said the closing of the Mexican consulate at Laredo Texas draws full State Department attention. He has spoken with Governor Moody of Texas and informal talks continue between the American and Mexican governments as officials weigh next steps. Moody waits for word the consulate will reopen and normal business will resume. Washington reports confirm concern over hindrance to cross border interchange and trade.
The senate refused to continue immediate consideration of sugar rate legislation and sent the issue to a committee. A proposal to raise the sugar levy from low levels to higher rates was introduced, triggering debate on the trade policy fate.
A fragmented report notes calls in Washington for action by the Senate against W. K. Venderson of Shreveport over alleged profanity used at a family station. The item cites Sen Jul Deniorrat and SMINGTON, WA as context while many details remain unclear.
Two earthquakes were felt near midnight in Santa Cruz city, with a mild tremor first recorded around 11:50 p.m. and a stronger aftershock about 14 minutes later. No damage or injuries were reported.
WASTITNOETON reports Jebriat Tinker of Stockton day woe nominated by Prevident Hoover the minister to Austein for the Vienna post.
Walter Nevin and others questioned top officials about influencing positions on the tariff bill. Newton and colleagues discussed sliding senile proposals, while Chinemm Chang faced inquiry on Wiliby nomination. The crowd reacted with laughter as responses were given.
A readerable fragment notes rising corn distilling tied to prohibition concerns. It mentions Commissioner Bornn and ASG4 atille poled in the northpastery region with 8450 manumetering alcohol tenas and a corn augur reference.
The Washington ships depart amid talk of a five-power naval pact to curb racebuilding and conserve tonnage afloat. The voyage recalls Woodrow Wilson’s pre Versailles mission, the 1919 wartime diplomacy, and the same vessel’s role in Franco rely events as talks continue.
The new Republican Senate organization places Senators La Follette Wisconsin and Phoias Idaho on the Finance committee. The changes are to be planned before a quarterly conference today by the committee on committees.
Italy bans free newspaper distribution in the country except at Fascist universities and Fascist Welfare centers. The prohibition aims to control circulation and private dissemination of papers.
A horned owl was presented to Teackgnridge Park by Charles Vitter of 700 Cntiad Street, as part of a zoo display at Brackenridge Zoo on Thursday.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.