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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 25, 1930

Page

2

Legislators Tour Texas Penal Farms and Overcrowding

Texas lawmakers visit penal facilities near Houston Madison and Walker counties to inspect crowding conditions and discuss centralization and modernization plans. They observe the Blue Ridge Harlem Imperial farms and note fire hazards, with 350 convicts having escaped last year. They evaluate five plans including a centralized 100 acre site near Avetin and assess reform options.

Ronisville Texas Houston Myntille Ile Resislatore Ferguson Madison Tounston Cainty Wynen and Gores Walker Hscate Wiune Gorre Farm Hunterville Prison Zentralization Commission Harry M. Groves Rgdown Senate Nat Patton Crockett Heolsville Moody Avetin Aversor Thiemor Poual Blue Ridge Imperial Harlem Terbankes Aligat Rybtem Benetor Thomas B. Taye Dalla Io Touston Lerrington Clemens Ramsey Retrieve Brazorin Connote

Changing women and learning myths in university talk

A speaker from Youedl University society tells Para dege ladies that woman is changing men mentally and that the "beautiful but dumb" stereotype can be learned. The discussion links female intellect to social control, with contrast to men seeking superiority and concealment of intelligence.

Omar Rome

Slot machine theft case probes in Backe County

Authorities probe a hotel room break in as several men are searched for alleged theft of slot machine evidence. Backe County officials seek the individuals tied to the incident and the casino ward thefts.

Schaston Fed Backewanna

British trial yields 14 year sentence for stock scheme

London dispatch reports a famous cane case where a man defrauded investors of ten million dollars through stock schemes. The court imposed a 14 year sentence, stunning Americans observing UK justice while noting differences from home. The writer, visiting London with a Beitish Juss tee delegation, comments on delays, corruption, and shyster lawyers, and recounts a meeting with Bernard Shaw.

London Eng Senate Menall Space Bernard Shaw Ameries Rome

Body of J. E. Swan Sent to Normanna

The body of John Edward Roan, 49, who died in San Antonio Sunday, will be buried Saturday in Normanna after a funeral conducted by the local pastor. He is survived by his widow, three sons John E, Harry, and Alden. his mother Mrs. C. Swan of Normanna. one brother C. L. Swan. two sisters Mrs. RP Kumter of Colorado Springs and Mrs. Cherry of Beeville.

John Edward Roan Hen Antonio Sundey Normanna Hey Cunsingheam Beesille Geto Viiiote San Antonio John E Harry Alden Can Mire C Swan C. L Swan

Federal Court to Hold Austin Term

Court officers from San Antonio head to Austin on Monday to begin a week of sessions with a docket requiring a jury trial. They will return to resume federal proceedings on the following Monday in February.

Austin Tudge San Antonio Drs

Marionettes to Perform at San Pedro Venue

Marionette troupe will present AkipHy a showcase from Aesup'e Febler at the Baw Vedeo Mayhcouse on the Man Antonia Tattle beacher Karunlay Bebruure 1. Wan fer Fred Marionettry, not operated sity etringy.

San Marcos Opens Soup Line for Poor

San Marcos charitable group opens a soup line to aid the poor at a South Austintrees center. Volunteers note rising demand as cold weather continues, with many seeking clothing and tools through the United Charities of Map Marcos program.

San Marcos San Ommrcos Tan United Charities Map Marcos Austintrees Catla Yrara

Jury Asks Noose for Iowa Dentist

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a murder case involving a dentist from Iowa, with references to a trial plea and alleged methods. The text is incomplete and difficult to parse but indicates a first degree murder investigation and a jury seeking the death penalty.

Noose Iowa

San Antonio Political Ring Testimony Details Corruption

The San Antonio inquiry reveals Dewhurst and others connected to MaCloskey's inner group. Witnesses claim Dewhurst used Brule's evidence to expose rot in the local political machinery. Officials describe attempts to manipulate votes to aid the Democratic candidate. The hearing attacks the county and city for public disgrace.

David Dewherst MaCloskey Dewhurst Brule Truberison San Antonio

Mrs. Coffee Burial to Be in Amarillo

The body of Mr. Woodsow Coffer, 61, who died in San Antonio Thursday, was sent to Amarillo for burial. Mrs. Coffee is survived by her husband W. Yaffee, two daughters Mrs. Edgar Coble of Amarillo and Mrs. W. S. Wille of San Antonio, four sons Woolasa Coffee Jr. of Silverton Hoy C. Coffee of Rockport, four sisters and three brothers.

Woodsow Coffer San Antonio Amarillo Mrn Coffee W. Yaffee Edgar Coble Mra W. S. Wille Woolasa Coffee Jr Rilverton Hoy C. Coftie Trockmerton

Entertaining San Antonio Profile of Rancher George Miera

San Antonio features a vivid portrait of George Miera a Mexican rancher with vast cattle holdings across Texas and Mexico his knowledge of Mexico and his strong Mexican workforce highlighted by tales of cattle, mules and horses crossing borders. The piece notes his market dealings in Mexico City and Del Rio and mentions associated figures Billy Pinas W W Fiterling and others linked to ranch life and border culture.

Mexico del Rio Nurbody San Antonio Ameries Fateh

Love in Cottage in New Irving Berlin Film

Irving Berlin work noted with title Love in Cottage and collaboration with John McDermott. Casting guesses include Bernice Chire and Nelville Baker, with Carmel Meyers and Ralph Titum linked to Beverly Hills projects. Hollywood gossip covers Kate Parson’s studio ties, Lloyd Barron directing, and references to stars like John Barrymore, Norma Talmadge, Marion Davies, and Fifi Dorty as industry mentions.

Louella Calversol Hertire Tas Angeles Tring Sterlin Tiret Trerlin John — Conwidl Sr Buelartic Berlin John Mr. Berlin bin Cuauthor John McDermott Palm Sprite Ankrey Artheiarin Bernice Chire Anette Nelville Baker Guy Bred ‘Brotela Sram Vothy Berauxa

City News Dance and Orchestra Ads For Saturday Events

Read across the page of society notices and dance advertisements listing events at McPouna shooting club hall Mantle by Jimmie Klein's orchestra Theo Artz orchestra White Hall Leon Vellay School Cantraville Yater Temple Martins Nunday and more. Several venues, dates, and acts are cited including Cantraville Jan 28 and Martins Sunday Jan 26 with local orchestras and dance halls promoting weekend entertainment.

McPouna Jimmie Klein Orchestea Cannield Prigfa Theo Artz Orchatra Teawalter Wall Commerce Muale Htompern Fleangaton Road Ace Ala Alxy Little Ases Leon Vellay Colbert's Cantraville Muain, Teitle'es Jaagz Kinga Martins Nunday Dan

Brazos Island Harbor Project Approved Korel Plans

The Army Engineers boards for rivers and harbors recommended Brazos Island harbor development in Texas at a cost near 5 million dollars. The proposal aims to improve river access and port facilities, with broad regional impact expected for Texas shipping and commerce.

Washington Army Boards of Engineers Elvera Harbors Brazos Island Teras

Rain and Warmer Weather Forecast for August 4 Sabbath

Intermittent showers and warmer temperatures are forecast for San Antonio and Victoria on Saturday night and Sunday. Lowest Sunday morning temperatures are expected to be around ten degrees above freezing, with daytime highs near 80. Thermometers dipped Saturday morning and then rose through the day despite a lack of sunshine. Forecasts include clear and fair weather for East and West Texas with lingering unsettled conditions in the Panhandle.

San Antonio Victorty United Mates Burreau Traesing Evat West Torey Panhendle

Engineer Major General approves Rio Grande arm level plan

Engineers at Okeh Washington report that Major General Brown chief of army engineers announced Friday the projected level on arms of the Rio Grande from its mouth to Brownville will stand at 44,785,000 cubic feet of water.

Wasringson Garner Teans Genete Brown Army Engineers Rio Grande Elienne

Army Orders List Of Promotions And Transfers

A historic Army orders page lists numerous promotions and assignments. Names include Lieut. Col. Charles B.R. W., Edward W. Putney, James 3 Rice, William B. Wright, Hugh C. WW. Gamber, and many others advancing to lieutenant or captain ranks. Transfers reference Fort Kumtia Fort Totten Philadelphia and other postings, with several officers reassigned to different commands and units.

Enitenat Charles BR. W Maregon Fort Kumtia Columbia Fort Meen Edward W. Putney St Bert Banke Fort Totten Glennhelen Philippines Sabington Arthur Gillewple Derry Warvey Mt Utrenay Raymond Dart Larios K. Date Terson Don Bartholomew Chaelor Ate Mueller Charles F. Davis William J. Carrell Adawy C. Hellman Caelex P. Haleweger B.A. Nationt Letterman Previn Dan Trandizen Cheater E. Bargent Joseph B. Dornavin Loy TL. Dalterey A. Truman Fort Kam Hoveion Eel Lenner John He. Claybrook Jr Joseph Measure James H. Kraft Howard J. John Charles G. Booth F. A Jobin G. Hill Walcott MK. Dudeier Andenw Gamble Earl Lmeath Andrew PF. Prater de Blelvin Metater Hobart A. Mirephy T. Traywick Jr Willem Maplin Willan Triplet George W.nmythe Philip M. Kernan Howant A. Malin Jamen Fi Pyreet Aabn A. Elmore Jr Inhn W- Ramarudri Francia J. Grayling Jemen P. Hineg Banuel W. Kevithers Ralph A. Koch Kenneth MR. Bailey Tailen PW Try

Arrest in Death of Anne Allmegees Sparks Foul Play Fears

A man and a woman were arrested in connection with the death of Anne Allmegees of 2234 West Poplar Street. The body with a broken neck was found Friday night in the 100 block of Zarsamora Street. Police fear foul play as the crime involved beating and manipulation to appear an accidental death. an inquest is planned for Saturday. Sidney Pierson, who found the body, and Alex Leman were summoned for questioning.

Anne Allmegeees West Poplay Street Zarsamora Street Nolce Zurzarmore Street Sidney Piernon Carter Street Alex Leman Pop

Liquor Conspirators to Get Light Terms

Six men accused of conspiracy to violate the prohibition law by supplying liquor for delegates to a major American Legion convention in San Diego last spring faced light jail sentences. They were brought to trial and are awaiting penalty.

Diego Lquor Avite American Legion

Man tells of brother murder in St Anthon y

In St Anthon y Ide on Jan 23 a man described his brother’s murder in a case tied to a planned renedex and handling of the body. The victim David H Jenkins disappeared on Nov 38 and was found shot December 13 with a skull wound. John Jenkins, a brother, later killed himself at his home. The alleged killer, according to Foung, confessed to the crime.

ST. Anphony Ide En Senki David H. Jenkins John Jenkins Foung John Jenipa

Judge to Announce Decision in Rural Aid Case Today

Judge RB Minos to read ruling in a suit against the State Board of Education over the 5 dec rural aid appropriation. Lillie Mumm and two others claim the rural funds were unfairly allocated to portions of the country’s schools. The decision caps a four week prepa ration by Judge Minos in the Fifty-aeighth district court in San Antonio.

Atate Board of Education Judes B. Minos Etneral Austin San Antonio Lillie Mumm Lowlse Jane

Seguin Scouts Mark 20th Anniversary Boy Scouts Event

Seguin Scouts plan a February 8 parade and public demonstrations as the Boy Scouts of America observes its twentieth founding anniversary. The event features a day of activities and a formal ceremony by the AP Court of Honor with participation from four groups, inviting public attendance.

Court of Honor

Nueces River Freezes Near Cotulla in Cold Wave

Nueces River near Cotulla reports freezing at several spots during the recent cold wave. Denla farm 12 miles downstream shows 15 to 26 feet of water frozen, and the river bridge also iced over. J P Jabavsor, overseeing the largest citrus grove, estimates about 8000 trees and notes little damage except possible leaf shedding. Plant damage minimal with expected recovery. spinach buyers report crop impact.

Colulla Texas Nuecen River Denla Farm J.P. Jabavsor Tert Mare Mey

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