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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1930
Page
3
July 10 report from Overstein notes David Coverstein, tied to the Suaterlos Pueple gang, was shot in an alley. Police say they are expanding undercover operations and have released a general months-long plan to address gang activity, with potential sentences ranging up to 15 years for related offenses.
In Tondon, Fy July 18 Ruby Sears 17 was acquitted of killing her stepfather. Her mother faced a conspiracy charge and was also exonerated at the examining trunk held late yesterday. The girl testified she struck in self defense during a quarrel over breakfast, twice with an axe in his hands.
A group of New York capitalists backed by H W Morrison announced plans to finance and build a Gulf and West Lezan rail line to San Angelo. The agreement requires stock refunds only after contract signing, with San Antonio finance discussions ongoing and chamber of commerce funding urged to support the project amid state financial strains. The contract with the Interstate Commerce Commission specifies the road’s start and penalties if unbuilt by October 31.
The Commonwealth Bank and Trust case faces delay as pledged funds from defunct units including the Lone Star Motor Truck and Tractor Association are insufficient to cover debts. Receiver Brown announced readied action. over 200 claimants may be affected if funds are not recovered.
Thieves who tried to break into the Standard Produce and Poultry office on Buena Vista Street were driven off by startled ducks released during the raid. W G D Brown, assistant manager, found a damaged rear screen and noted nothing was stolen as the invaders fled in a panic.
In East Lansing Michigan professors warn farmers about feeding excessive wheat to cattle. They note wheat prices have risen and advise caution to avoid rising costs in livestock feed. The article discusses economic factors and potential impacts on farm reluce operations.
A Jewish junior organization in Garland, Illinois, selects new officers led by grand president Aaron Follip from Chester, Pa. Other officers include grand secretary Gilved Karehner of Memphis and grand serlise Iver Alprovils from Ban. The article notes a Sunday edition of 16,000 circulation and provides a contact for results.
Funeral services for Robert Burnett will be held Thursday morning at 10:30 at St Mark's Episcopal Church. Burial follows at Dignowity Cemetery with San Antonio lodge assisting at the grave. Burnett, an early Virginia settler who moved to San Antonio in 1895, founded the first paper box company in Texas and served as assistant editor of The Light. Surviving relatives include his wife, children, grandchildren, and siblings.
In Topeka, July 16 a state medical board hearing examined Dr John W Brinkley over charges of unprofessional conduct and motive in revoking his license to practice and perform surgery. Witnesses testified including Norbert Carroll Wareely and others about medical treatment and alleged malpractice tied to Brinkley and his clinic.
Funeral services were held for Arthur G. Nash Sr a longtime resident of Dig Spring Trans who died at 45 after a long illness. Surviving are his widow Mrs Grace Sank two brothers Aubrey and Sidney Nash, nine sisters Mrs Arthur Joel and others, and his mother Mrs Chaitia Nash of New York.
In Krimlin on July 1 the Communist motion of no confidence against the Nazi led government failed in the Reichstag with 154 abstentions. The clash reflected tensions between the ministry and Reichstag over key financial policy pushed by Finance Minister Dietrich.
Water authorities in Lisbon plan a rationing program amid a developing water famine. Officials urge water conservation as the city faces limited supplies and ongoing shortages.
John K Weber, chair of the Berar county committee, discusses the injunction case against Virginia primary voting restrictions. He notes the Texas court ruling aligns with Virginia in upholding white voters’ primaries and asserts the state executive committee decides party participation. He emphasizes his stance is legal, not personal, and cautions about potential contest outcomes from negro voters’ participation.
An unknown man entered a bedroom at 2101 West Travis Street by climbing through a window, awakening Misses Marin Aguilar and Hernandox. The assailant fled as police arrived. detectives could not confirm the intruder was chased. No injuries were reported beyond the attempted break in.
Doligreen of 139 East Roy street reported to police that a fire related incident and a dog theft occurred after his packed car was targeted on Confent street Tuesday afternoon. JaMotte of 618 Mission street told police a Boston terrier was stolen from his vehicle at SLO.
The city council plans to map an athletic code and board rules for city contests. Dr Decker is named to lead the athletic supervising board to oversee governance and gender balance, as a major restructuring follows removal of an original member. The meeting was slated for Wednesday at 2 PM to finalize the new code amid ongoing wrestling event coalitions.
A report this week notes rising demand for Antonio Manufacturera products in San Antonio. Speakers include Taubscher, the company's prestige head, plus city planner Thelomew and Harland’s portation engineer M. Gale. Aikman and others from the service bureau commented on growth projections.
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