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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 11, 1930

Page

2

Klan admits beating as Evans mocks Al Smith in 1928 bid

Hiram Wesley Evans, imperial wizard of the reorganization, said in an address last night the KKK defeated Alfred E Smith for the presidency in 1928. He claimed the candidate would work part time for the country and the remainder for the pope.

Census Returns Reveal Shifts Across Cities

fragmented OCR reading notes census data with inconsistent figures. mentions Rebenectady Salem Ohio Peltxville Pa and percentages 2.9 11.0 and 3409 with unclear context regarding increases and totals.

Rebenectady Salem Ohio

Sells Itself Skit Draws Laughs In San Antonio Sale

Frank Braden proclaims an easy sale after selling San Antonio to Curtis Pennington during a staged skit titled Selling San Antonio. The scene opened at a Salesmanship club event on Thursday.

Frank Braden San Antonio Curtis Pennington

Death toll rises at Wenceslaus coal mine disaster

In Nevrode Germany on July 11 the underground blast and aftereffects trapped workers at the Wenceslaus mine. Ninety two bodies have been recovered with new fatalities feared as rescuers probe the shaft. The incident follows a broader report of mining dangers in Czechoslovakia. A separate U.S. dispatch notes Czechoslovakia requires a public library in every municipality under a new commerce department advisory.

Nevrode Germany Wednestar Wenceslaus Coal Mint Jerar Universal Service Washington, D. C Czechoslovakia Commerce Department

Gas dealers hurt by wa gas price war across coast

The gasoline price war on the Varific coast sent dealers sliding toward bankruptcy with quotes dropping 1 to 2 cents a gallon. Charles Tacabs, secretary of the Independent Association, warned that 25 percent of local Berverier Station Operators could close within a week if the war persists. A separate item notes the Spirit Greece pageant sinking in Lake Gary Indiana with 12 feet of water flooding the scene and 20 people saved.

San Francisco Bankrantes Charles Tacabs Independent Association of Bervier Lahe Gary Ind Greece Park Ingana

Meat price board to inform public on cuts

Washington July 11 The farm board estimates saving consumers about 83 million dollars a month in retail meat prices and says it will inform the public when conditions warrant cuts in the retail price of agricultural products. CC Teague, board member for fruits and vegetables, indicated statements would be issued whenever opportunities to benefit the public arose.

Washington, D.C CC. Teague Telas

Noted Teuton General Dies in Berlin at Age

Berlin reports the death of General Friedrich von Dernhatiti at age, noted for leading the imperial army in both victory and defeat. The 1870 war cites General von Bernhardt as the first German to enter Paris after its fall. The piece includes garbled lines from Brockegn, Mass, about a flagpole incident and unclear remarks by Ralph Dingesting.

Berlin Friedrich von Dernhatiti Generel von Bernhardt Paris

Prisoner Surrenders Lifer To Wife After 19 Years

OMIDAGG July 11 Henry Morris a man sentenced to life for a 1910 murder has surrendered to his wife Stella Montgomery of Aurora who originally denounced him The case involved a attempted instruction from a parole board and a judge warned those directives would not bind the boards The convict fled with his wife before capture and was later returned to prison

Omidagg Henry Morris Bin Morris Ap Parole “Board Morrix Stella Montgomery Aurora

Tropical worsteds redefine summer suit style and fit

Men seeking dress and social polish favor light summer wear with lasting shape and smart patterns. Tropical worsteds meet these needs with weaving and cloth qualities that support precise tailoring and endless pattern possibilities, delivering comfort and durability for contemporary business and social life.

Prohibition Agents Test Drinks in Newark Restaurants

Federal agents in Newark New Jersey have begun on the spot testing of drinks by opening vessels, inserting an ebuliometer device, and evaluating contents at numerous restaurants. The procedure aims to determine alcohol content and enforce temperance laws with immediate results.

Newark N. J Federal Prohibition Sie Hecter

Huston Turns Back Enemies Again

Washington July 11 Claudius Huston pledged to announce his candidacy as chairman of the Republican National Committee after the Senate adjourns He spoke to officers of the national committees who had earlier demanded his resignation and indicated he would stay in line despite party opposition The loss articles are expected to be settled through classified ads and later notices

Iwashington D. C Aes Claudius Huston Han Shhairman Republican National Committee Senate National Comunittes

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