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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1930
Page
1
Top photo taken from a derrick shows Refugio dericks and a pillar of fire burning high near the Refugio townsite. Intense heat from the wild gas well blistered the camera as the lower image was snapped Saturday. An arrow marks the county courthouse about 85 yards away.
A fragmented letter to Congress argues against private power interests and foreign influence. It invokes Meden Agan and Gertrude Borty to praise civic duty, warns against private profit harming citizens, and references Liberty Statue imagery and national unity.
Fire crews battled a gas and water flow at a nearby well as a blaze raged, with evacuations and heavy deployment of guards. Officials reported hundreds of regiments and authorities restricted the area while contingency teams prepared for potential explosions and structural failures.
The U.S. Bureau of Standards will test isolator fibers from Southern Yam to supply paper and textile needs. Collaboration with Alabama Polytechnic Institute and the University of Alabama aims to develop crops and pulp sources, with work starting next month led by Chairman Cheney Swany of the Alabama Industrial Development Board.
Mrs. Guntie Koheetse, 30 West Carolina Street, injured Monday night when paneled window shattered and struck her head. She received treatment at Green Hospital Wednesday. A second incident involved Mrs. Robertson War lowering her window as shards fell from the pane.
In Rome on July 29, a royal scene marks the thirtieth anniversary of Emmanuel I’s reign. Citizens gathered before the square’s monument as monks in Roman fashion stretched their arms in fealty, while a ceremonial rite unfolded in front of the Pantheon.
In Ventura California Payton Kuke 87 died when his small aircraft stalled and crashed during a night flight. Passenger Harry Umnstings 40, who was flying with Kuke, was injured as the plane struck a tow and anique shortly after takeoff.
King George embarks on a royal yacht cruise from London on July 20 as he resumes leisure travel after a year. The journey, aboard the regal Vieborig, will visit ports in Europe, with officials reporting a smooth voyage and no public schedule changes.
In a breezy Chicago report the Watkins family and a Philadelphia informant recount a complex baby mix up tied to a disputed marriage. A woman claims lost identity amid alleged divorce claims and hospital records. Scientists will examine babies to determine parentage as trial nears.
Moody vows backing from key supporters as he confronts opponent Ferguson in a heated primary. The lettered clash centers on accusations of fake alliances and political manipulation within the merger of party factions.
LONDON May 29. The Lemon naval Deety passed the night All its Ainges in the Song of Jory this afternoon and tonight only need at the regal assent before evening clfcolivs.
Readable portions describe Wednesday as generally fair with rising temperatures and scattered thundershowers possible in some areas. West Texas expected cooler with improving conditions later in the week and winds at the coast.
Readable text indicates a forecast of fair and cooler conditions for San Antonio Wednesday night and Thursday. Expected gentle winds, no significant temperature extremes, with gradual cooling into the night and early Thursday.
fragmented U S and Texas voting data show Miriam A Ferguson trailing Hank in early returns as Dems prepare to choose between Sterling and opponents. Latest figures list Sterling leading in Dallas and statewide counties with votes tallied for governor and railroad commissioner alongside lieutenant counts and other statewide offices.
AUSTIN report notes discontinuance of the line from Winston to Kemah and to New Orleans rail service as the state moves away from passenger trains toward automobile travel, with the irregular schedule ending prior to existing routes.
Classified item lists a 1920 Chevrolet Convertible and furniture for sale with terms. Mentions a bungalow with oak rooms overlooking a location in New York. Includes price references like E800 and a call to seek more details in the classifieds.
An attempted robbery ends with a bandit feigning a gunshot and being killed by police. Joseph Kielly witnessed the hold up and rushed the assailant, who died after a struggle for the officer's pistol.
Washington July 29 report notes Alisha plans a newsprint plant to rival Canadian output as officials consider new power licenses. The federal power commission faces delays amid concerns over licensing and integration with regional utilities.
In a July event at Los Avett the first of the postwar airmen began a return trip to Detroit. Pilot Shedock Art led a western leg as plans included a refueling stop at Ogiled Utah and possible stops at Hing Vegas and Nove. Jock Weildelth of New Orleans, holding a high ace position, faced disruption when the aircraft was forced to divert by a weather-related incident just before the planned leg.
Edison students face examinations by Thomas A. Talivon as part of criteria for the initial Wisconsin science scholarship selection. The effort aims to identify gifted youths among local finalists for the program.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a local interest in a pocket size golf craze for children. Vague references mention a small course, bars, and beverages but details are unclear and names or dates are missing.
Local authorities in Brookline enact a hitch-hiking ban amid a disruptive stretch of public disorder. Officials instruct enforcement in Mambing and nearby areas while warning residents and travelers of penalties for noncompliance. Community leaders urge safety and orderly travel across the town limits.
A gang abducted a prominent auto industry worker and attempted extortion. The victim, Isaac Bledsoe of the San Atlantia Music company, was held for hours at a two story home near Calebra Mineo roads before release after authorities learned of the plot. The abductors demanded about 4000 in exchange for a 50,000 ransom. Police tracked the vehicle as it fled, but the victim escaped and provided details of the car and participants. Officials noted secrecy surrounding the case and ongoing investigations.
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