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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 09, 1930

Page

2

City budget crisis looms as officials mull layoffs

Mayor Chinm says retrenchment plan is not yet certain while defending city finances. He notes about 620 employees could be affected, with opposition from protestors and a university union. Critics push for economizing instead of deeper cuts as the city weighs next steps.

Slisimisaal Chambors John Haneard City Recreation Chinmlees Wailer Faunt Chabrauiy Maser Chambere Rensug

Trial of Negro Put Off Indefinitely

The trial of a Black man charged with murdering his wife was postponed indefinitely to secure essential witnesses. The defense argued the urging events were accidental. Proceedings were to open in the ninety fourth district court Monday, but the case was adjourned pending witness availability.

Pantages Alexander Pantages Carmen Los Angeles Crare Neger Hia Veal

Census Returns Aritapian Morwirs and More

A cluttered census notice lists names and figures with multiple errors. It mentions Hartford Connecticut and a contact named Crochet with a phone-like number 2400.

Rumania and Hungary May Merge in Far-Reaching Plan

The article discusses possible political moves toward the fusion of Hungary and Romania, noting figures like Barbu Jonescu in exile in London. It suggests a plan for eventual unification, citing military stability and a shared governance framework as motives, with speculation on timelines and regional impact.

Lontimin Hungary Rumania Barbu Jonescu London Cayol Amalzamalion M Oiuxle Crow

Building Payrolls Release Millions

June 6 report from Bilone states that millions were added to payrolls as the National Award organization restructures hiring. Mew leader Tophox and manager turn to rehabilitate trades payrolls near the Lower Taine conference as Indianapel president Tenb ertxan attends the opening of the thirty‑third annual meeting.

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One Day in Jail for Soliciting Charged at Hotel

Fragmentary report shows Mrs Orenr Mammeratein and Jwresnrin Lofay Gras tied to a moral conduct case. Hammerstein charged. Harlem jail sentence noted for a woman detained after an incident at a hotel involving solicitation. Officers described the arrest as framents with unclear details.

Orenr Mammeratein Willow Itn Jwresnrin Lofay Gras Harlem Hammerstein Chargzes

Reed Plumes Himocle for President

A garbled 1920s style report discusses Reed Plumes Himocle as a presidential candidate with Missouri figures, Democratic conventions, and party faction dynamics. It notes stances on prohibition, anti trust, and naval treaties, mentioning Roosevelt era figures and Arkansas and Montana senators amid complex political jockeying.

No Complaint to Signals No Complaint to Signals

Fragmentary foreign text indicates a disrupted broadcast Saturday night by Senator James A. Kerr of Missouri. Senator Will at Washington, author of the radio net was planning to see the subjectly. The serial he never-

Washington Soriuue Stoatur Inara A. Hoed Missouri varigaiAne Teeedl Ganiff Ale Power and Radio Trust London Guvernoy Freakin Moosevelt New York Washinuiin Salizinad Soniaviesion Roenivedl Bentgamile Jamey A. Kerd Aliscouri Will Whebington

Texans Aspire to Edison Honors in Competitive Exams

AUSTEN July 4 The right candidate will compete for the Edison award as part of competitive examinations. Students were preparing diligently, with emphasis on accuracy and pace, aiming to demonstrate knowledge and skills required for the honor. The event is set in the cap and is expected to draw attention from locals.

Edison Austen Tune Eric i Mie Hig Edison Wohidarshiy Watt

Captain Greenwell to Leave Fort Sam Bank

Samuel A. Greenwell assistant adjutant of the Record division for three years prepares to leave Fort Sam Houston for Washington for general officer duties.

Captain Greenwell Fort Sam Bank Samuel A. Greenwell Recond Montag Fort Sam Poveten Washington

Drowned Passengers Reported After Steamer Sinks

A damaged report describes a steamer sinking with around 100 passengers aboard on the Mangrove River. Evacuation efforts continued as authorities and crew worked to rescue survivors amid chaotic scenes along the shoreline.

Rhangital Dune Aid Cena Et Tac

Expose Break Method by City Detectives

Charles Bartholomae and A J Hice, city detectives, are pictured with saws seized from Jack Dunloz and Anselma Leza after Leza sawed jail time from Pearsall. Nine saw blades were recovered by officers.

Charles Bartholomae A. J. Hice Jack Dunloz Anselma Leza Wee Pearsall

Chicago Gang War claims aig gun slaying

Chicago news reports a violent gang conflict escalating with the slaying of a youth tied to the Moran street gang. Frank Thompson, linked to distributing guns used in February crime, was found dead near a sidewalk after police pursued questions about weapon shipments. Henry Kemney and Eugene Metalligulin were also implicated in scattered violence tied to the broader gang racket. Thompson died at Meckford Hospital after being shot while driving.

Chicago Kanga Frank Thompson Vice Thompson St Valentite Meckford Indus Eugene Metalligulin Pangster Saturdas Hart Bern Corns Renritey McLaughlin Hart Bedi

Whereabouts of American Airman Remain Mystery

Mystery surrounds the location of Captain Tews Yruces and an American airman. Reportedly last heard from near Lima, details unclear with a message from a station indicating the plane may have been spotted. Authorities list a reward and a potential search area north of Tlilpra.

Lima Vera Tews Yruces Gonlarill Sonim Glenn Eecine Tiilpra

Pen Air Stage Dedication Postponed Amid Turbulent Planning

The open air theater dedication at Starsuvken borders is postponed by order of Mayor C M Chimbers. After talks with officials and civic opera leaders, officials cancel a planned inaugural opera date and push the unveiling to a later time as repairs and preparations continue.

Starsuvken C. M. Chimbers Sécoml W. Kiel

Escapes daterol June 17 visit change to July 4

The local opera company will open its operatic season June 17. At the new venue it features Gilbert and Sullivan Yeomen of the Guard with the York performance.

Daterol Gilbert Ayera

Elevator Fire Near Trapping Officer Rescues

A fire in an elevator nearly trapped an officer as flames spread through the shaft. He escaped down the shaft stairs after sparks and smoke filled the area. Firefighters responded and extinguished the blaze at the scene.

Linusossir Maine

AAWNY TO SCAN VT AIR WORK

A group of commercial pilot students are to report at Brooks Field for a preliminary course of instruction. They will begin a specialized flying program to prepare for a commercial course, with hours of instruction and demonstrations outlined by officials.

Brooks Fir Nha Kelly Iil Aviation Aris Tne van Rehonls Nals AL Tsevoks

Stock Sales Inquiry Revealed In Poria Mines

A government inquiry into stock sales of Cotter Furthe Mines Inc is disclosed as records from Wilmington are requested. The probe aims to uncover involved individuals and relationships tied to the company and its transactions.

U. 8 Vomore Tune Unitei Nbates Youthy Confirrees Inporia Srne Bock Cotter Furthe Mines, Inc Wilmington Pel Painus Intivinhials

Arrest Twelve Men for Burning Truck in Oklahoma Riot

In Chickasha Oklahoma police say twelve men were arrested on charges related to conspiring to burn government property connected with the burning of four National Guard trucks during a May night incident. The event fatally injured Yourey Areo and occurred amid a national guard response to unrest. Investigators are pursuing leads as authorities outline the case.

Chickasha Oka Giarce Concpirsey National Guard Grady Juni Youry Areo Eeto Neuter

Dewey’s Bugler Dies After Navy Career

A Worcester report notes the death of a veteran bugler who first sounded the call commence firing on Admiral Dewey’s flagship during the Spanish American War. He served in the Navy for two years and died today, ending a long association with naval service.

Dewey Worcester Mes W. Bell United Hants Admiralty

Graduates Conferred at University of Texas Exercises

Degrees were conferred today at the University of Texas annual commencement in Gregory Auditorium. Approximately six hundred candidates received their diplomas as Dr. H X Benedict, president of the university, presented the degrees.

Austin University of Texas Gregory Auditorium de. H. XN. Benedict Woireralty

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