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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1930
Page
1
Arthur Brisbane rails against money's limits, arguing wealth cannot buy virtue, affection, Heaven, or justice. He cites abuses of wealth, politics, and youth folly, contrasting corruption with the futility of money to secure true goods.
Federal Judge Charles A. Boynton upheld a ruling by the state Democratic executive committee that Negroes will not be allowed to vote in the July primary. Luther Wily sought to enjoin John K. Weber from barring Black voters. the judge ruled the party committee may set its own rules as a private entity. Despite the decision, some county committees like Val Verde and McLennan still permitted Black participation in the upcoming primary.
President Hoover plans to depart Washington for vacation in the Northern Highlands by mid August, earlier than previously announced. The move signals an earlier break from duties and shifts scheduling for the White House ahead of autumn events.
Sugar industry leaders plan a beet growers conference in Greeley, Colorado on August 2. Delegates from seven beet‑manufacturing states and the federal farm board will attend the meeting.
Aga Zoro, claimed to be fifty years old from Turkey, arrives in New York and tours the city with a cautious gaze. He expects to seek fortune, attending interviews with health organizations, and plans appearances around Broadway night clubs with a wary first impression of the bustling metropolis.
President Hoover surprised the Senate by sending nominations for three of the five members to form the new all time federal power commission. Names include Claude Le Draper of Vermont, Kraiph B. Williamson of Washington State, and Amneeel Garzsud of Louisiana.
Inna Grove July 192- Lester Mobr. W. of Halstein Inish confessed in the sheriff's office to murdering his mother Mrs. Mus Slohr on her farm. He agreed to plead guilty to a second degree murder and accept an immediate life sentence.
Willy 19 from Milwaukee sought self representation in a divorce case against his wife Tetra 27. The court ordered him to pay 7 dollars weekly alimony and noted Hansen criticized his wife’s conduct during the proceedings.
A report notes Missouri's new interstate penitentiary requires inmates to wear plain cotton pajamas to curb night-time escapes. Officials say the simple garment reduces visibility of movement and helps staff deter attempts, improving security within the prison.
Washington July 19 President Hoover faced a tough vote over the London Naval Treaty limits as Senator Walsh of Massachusetts pressed an amendment. Senate leaders battled over timing and reservations, with readings delayed and prospects of a late session as debate stretched into the night.
A Hoboken officer facing a hearing next Thursday suspended after discovered selling 21 tickets at 3 each for his own testimonial dinner. The incident involved selling ducats for a personal event, drawing disciplinary action.
Bisley England July 12 Miss Marjorie Nonter won the king s prize in the rifle shoot at Bisley with a score of 280 out of 300. She defeated a field of nearly young men including England and Canadian crack shots, marking unprecedented honors for a woman in the event.
Two youths, about 23, robbed a Mountain avenue grocery run by Mr and Mrs Mumme. A shot was fired by the proprietor, but the robbers escaped with $2 in coins after ransacking the till and taking cigars. Police seek suspects believed to be locals.
Saskatchewan farmers report one of the worst hailstorms in years. The storm damaged large areas, completely stripping standing crops and injuring livestock. Estimated losses reach about 220000 dollars as crops and livestock suffered extensive harm across the region.
Police into a Chicago hotel raid after a night disturbance led to the detention of William Tinert, 20, and Netlie De sire, 22, who were fighting. They will appear in morals court this week following a noise prompted intervention.
Camp near Sioux City Iowa operated by Campfire Girls reports 16 girls taken ill today. Officials suspect typhoid fever as authorities investigate the Nebraska and Minnesota connections and the June 19 event.
A Light Classified Ad promotes an economical used car as transport to remote hills and out-of-the-way places, inviting readers to let nature reveal its secrets while traveling.
A New York to Philadelphia express train derailed after a stalled car blocked a crossing near a trestle. Over 100 injured, hospitals strained as doctors rushed to aid victims. A young woman alerted authorities and fire crews as wreckage and flames engulfed the locomotives and cars.
A report identifies a body recovered from the sea as Patricia Northrop, believed to be a passenger in a July plane crash. The body was found by the German steamer W. Frohne and brought ashore, with the captain stating the body was picked up at sea.
A photograph from Hot Springs Arkansas shows Ni Poposey Thizphrex of Memphis Tennessee identified as one of the men who robbed the Woodlaws American National Bank and escaped with seventy four dollars in currency.
In Chicago on July Mi-JINS- Rob ert Crim an herb doctor testified he killed El Baker then claimed he was resurrected Crim said Baker struck him and killed him before the revival He faced a warrant for assault and battery today in court
A Chicago traffic officer, heir to his father Charles W., says he will stay on the force despite inheriting millions and ongoing business debts. He notes his brother manages real estate, while he plans to sing and continue duties, insisting money changes nothing. Authorities report no signs of financial strain to his official duties.
In Dalhart Waly 16 a group of county officers attempted to arrest felon Dellinger near Lon Dellinger. Sheriff Alexander was mortally wounded before the attackers returned fire. Dellinger and his brother Ode, plus Arlene Boxer, were wounded in the ensuing gun battle.
Secretary Stinson announces Honduran and Albanian governments agree to submit their boundary dispute to an impartial commission led by Chief Justice Charles Evans Hughes. The commission will determine the final boundaries, with Justice Hughes as chairman guiding discussions and rulings.
Oregon fliers journey 2200 miles to Pittsburgh as part of a pigeon club event. Veterans from the North Side Pigeon Club of Pittsburgh assisted overseeing the cross country race and entry process.
July 19 Wanaten A Vied Visor for public Ball bids wide received anita con tract anneien for exterminating cal s and mice from the hall manager Hervert J Seelee tee says the hall has trouble with rodents despite no more rats than other downtown buildings a rat appeared in the wings during a performance dancers and the stonebands drove it away
Chicago and northern cities reported extreme heat with temperatures near 120 in some spots. The heat wave caused deaths and health strain, drought damage across eastern states, and large crowds at beaches and parks as wind from the Southwest intensified the blaze.
Readable forecast notes Partly cloudy conditions with continued warmth and rising temperatures. Light to moderate southeast winds and some cloud cover in the south portion. West Texas: generally sunny with warm temperatures and a chance of scattered clouds later. Additional details on page Bb.
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