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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1930
Page
3
LINDBERGH and his wife conduct a tour of inspection for the T A T. The colonel and his wife alternated at the controls during their first hop in the proposed craft.
Representative Ruth Try Gwen, Democrat, Florida, and Wee C. Lewsen, Republican, were summoned to day before the elections committee as hearings begin Saturday. Lawson accuses Mrs. Owen of adopting as Meghan Owen an English officer to meet American citizenship requirements. Owen, daughter of the late William Jennings Bryan, claims she did not renounce her allegiance to the United States.
Investigations underway under St B Westover federal agent directing a campaign in San Antonio against narcotics. Eight suspects were arrested and a large quantity of narcotic material seized, linked to sources from Rio Grande region.
New Orleans officials push for a Cotton Office in the Crescent City amid city projects. The bid process includes planning discussions and commitments to deliver required facilities, with key officials coordinating deadlines and oversight.
A garbled note lists Mani Yet Limited with a $Score figure and mentions Ten aay warvering and BRASCISCO. References to Jin B-Man Tot and reassurances hint at a financial or professional matter. Dr. Morris Pishhen and AC are cited in unclear context relating to a motival affairs discussion.
Fragmentary OCR describes a Kentucky politician assured of a seat in the U S House, with reference to party and figures. It mentions Suckett and a role related to a German matter, but the text is garbled and names are uncertain.
Police probe targets a coast bootlegging ring with ties to local figures and alleged illicit activity. Officials say the investigation focuses on shipments, distribution points, and suspected complicity among listed associates. Authorities are coordinating with state agencies to uncover links and disrupt operations.
An explosion wrecked an engine near Wint Minnesota at dawn. Three men were hurt, motive and exact cause not yet determined, with the blast occurring northwest of the town on freight tracks. Authorities are investigating and the railroad company reports no further details available.
Hackensack report notes a woman named Alice Juiten and others involved in a will that bequeaths a weekly sum of 3.50 to a cat and states revenue of 8000 per week, with references to Tumbiebee and Dogotn. Details are unclear due to fragmented OCR.
Bullets located in two patients as shown by chest X ray photographs at a local facility. One image indicates a bullet lodged near the chest area with possible penetration described. The report notes a prior injury history and references named individuals in relation to the findings, outlining positions and locations affected.
Allan R. B. Leminm, a University of Tilinion student, is charged after allegedly shooting his father dead and severely wounding his mother with a pistol. Police report indicate a domestic dispute escalated to fatal violence on campus grounds.
A senate labor committee planned an inquiry into charlatan private detectives suspected of infiltrating organized labor, provoking industrial discord and financial gain for some. The probe aimed to uncover practices and prevent further wrongdoing, with Sen Wheeler of Montana as sponsor.
Allegations by Mrs. La Nolle Maile that a driver caused a collision injuring her daughter were heard in Corporation court. Testimony described a short spin, with speeds around 21 miles per hour cited. judge Time Waters found the driver not guilty of speeding over 3 miles per hour.
Edward W. Rok, immigrant from the Netherlands and longtime editor author and philanthropist, died at his estate near Lake Wales Florida at age 66 after a recent illness. He donated a $100000 peace prize and wrote The Americanization of Edward Dok. He retired in 1939 as editor of Ladies Home Journal and valued music, philanthropy, and Coolidge praise. Funeral set for tomorrow at 4 PM with burial beneath the carillon tower he helped build.
Temporary suspension of construction work on the Cartiss-Wright airport in Houston Texas was issued today by T. C. Valines, engineer in charge. G. Gintiney indicated the Cartiss-Wright company has decided to concentrate on airports to proclaimed stages of construction, resuming work on other airport projects later.
A widow from Aurora sues seller over her husband's death, alleging liquor sold to him caused the fatal incident. The complaint states the husband died after returning home intoxicated on September 28, leaving behind 13 children. she seeks damages totaling 204,000 against Ira Thushy and others.
University of Wisconsin President Glen Frank invites President Hoover to Madison to receive an honorary degree. Hoover indicated he would attend at home later in the year.
In New York, cross word puzzles are being made available to the blind. The American Braille Preset organization plans to distribute metal form puzzles that can be solved with Braille dots. Correspondents report these efforts aim to provide accessible entertainment for visually impaired readers.
A West Allis grocer was alerted by a note signed by his son, Iribert, demanding $10,000 ransom for the safe return of the kidnapped man. The message, directed to pay the sum today, concerns a kidnaping case with unresolved details.
Representative Henry R. Barhauc of California presented drastic defense cuts to Congress, arguing for abandonments of traditional plans and reduced manpower and firepower while seeking larger army budget cuts amid Hoover era defense pressures. The House weighs more than 400 million dollars in the annual army bill as debate begins.
Funeral services for Gus Groben aged 80 will be held Friday in the chapel of the Riche Andertagig company. The service will be conducted by Rev. A. Ta. Walff with burial at Baxter Dr Greer Park Presbyterian officiating. A San Antonio native, Groben belonged to the Sons of Tiermann and the Alani Ledge Brateran Ald union. Surviving are his widow Ida May Croker, daughters Mrs. Lord M. Trainor and two grandchildren, Miss Amelia Groken, Miss M ikie Groken, and a brother William Grab.
Governor Moody attended a wild game dinner at the executive mansion in Austin drawing guests from many areas. The event displayed trophies from hunts and reflected the season's participation in various stints by the governor.
The Great Bend project will finish February 7 under Street Commissioner Paul J. Steff Jer. The feed prevention program costs the city $185,000 and will allow traffic on the Commerce Street bridge once completed.
Russia's state bank holds a vast brown jewel collection valued at S207,000,000 in a steel-lined safe, a massive coffin-like container described in Moscow on January 1. The shipment is secured for safekeeping amid fears over potential theft or loss.
New York reports that a woman designer is tasked with creating a U S memorial for Marshal Foch to be erected in the city. Officials will confer with the designer as discussions proceed, with plans tied to available funding and suitable sites.
Chicago court hears details in the O Brien murder case. Police study the revolver used by Samuel Dorr, seeking links to Genevieve O Brien and the alleged lover as prosecutors prepare for testimony and possible confessions.
Mayor veto of budget prompted council vote. police and firemen ordered to return to duty. Russell and Geralrich cited. budget funds to cover bills and advertising noted.
A fragmentary report notes a couple moving into a residence near St Michaels Chile with a reference to Joe Bew as pilot and a mention of “somewhere in the Zest” on a Thursday. Further details are unreadable.
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