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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 12, 1930

Page

12

Sharkey Usain Box Office Thrill Aims For Record Gate

Boxing spotlight centers on Sharkey vs Trecoey with a projected gate near 1.8 million dollars. Promoters promise a glamour event as Germany and the United States anticipate a lavish buildup featuring stars and radio coverage from coast to coast.

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German Contender Tops World Title Fight Hopes

The article describes anticipation ahead of a heavyweight championship bout, noting German contender Taig earning the right to challenge for the world title and large media presence. It recounts public interest, press turnout, and nerves of boxers as the bout nears, with observers from across the country following developments and telegraph dispatches fueling national coverage.

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BEXAR CANDIDATES FILED FOR COUNTY OFFICES

Akaltegen candidates filed with John Weber, Berar county executive committee chairman. Opponents include Judge George Clifton, Leslie Moore, and others. Hal Wells and Hob Rob erte filed for precinct positions. Ed Cutzeir opposes A. G. Trafwalter for county commissioner. Saturday is the rest day for the things.

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Fairfax crew praised after deadly collision and fire

In Fairfax on June 12, passengers and crew defend the ship’s captain as a federal inspector critiques the management of a disaster that left four lifeboats destroyed and caused heavy damage. Passengers recount evacuations and the crew’s actions saving those burned, with Marines assisting and the blaze ending within about 25 minutes.

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Ship Captain Blamed Over Sea Disaster Amid Collision

Coast guard details conflict and delay after a fatal tanker collision near Scituate. Witnesses describe urgent radio traffic, hospitals ready, and 46 lives lost. Investigation notes Tampa to Boston transfers, and lifeboat finds hint at a wreckage site with no bodies recovered yet.

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Consul Seeks Apology Over Traffic Arrest Incident

Ay dame George Depasta consul general to Chicago asks police chief to apologize for an arrest of a deputy in Evaneton related to a past speeding matter. The consul claims immunity and cites a prior incident. officials discuss the request but the chief was unavailable. Three years earlier he was arrested for speeding and the chief reportedly issued a formal apology.

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Man on Trial for 8 Year Old Killing In LA

A man faces trial in Los Angeles for the slaying of an eight year old. The case involves a former Milwaukee, Wisconsin garment manufacturer linked to the suspect. The trial proceedings began with prosecution and defense arguments as details emerge.

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Injured Officer Reported Better After Fort Worth Standoff

An injured officer was reported improving after a tense standoff at Fort Worth station. A chaotic scene unfolded as police responded to a disturbance at the church near Fort Worth. No further details were available at press time.

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Census Returns Show Decline in Hastings and Nearby Areas

Census data indicate population declines in Hastings Nebraska and surrounding regions with figures showing a drop of 248 or 4 percent in one area. Reports note damaged entries and unclear lines amid the census tally, including mentions of Park, Waleon counties and North Platte Nebraska.

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Elected Again at General Federation slate reelects most officers

Mrs John F Sippel was reelected president of the General Federation as part of a ticket with most incumbents except treasurer. The slate included Mrs Grady Morrison Poole Brockton vice president, Mrs Eugene B Lawson Tulsa, and Mrs Henry G Yrsine Bloomfield among others. Graduation exercises at the capitol steps saw 340 graduates from Wisconsin’s counties receive diplomas.

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Cannon Wins: Key Political Skirmish Over Committee Power

A contested resolution prompts Cannon and allies to debate committee powers in a heated exchange. Lake rules the committee acted beyond its mandate while Jameson funded a campaign with $5,300, shaping the political maneuvering.

Cannon Jameson

Continué Capone Padlock Testimony Continué Capone Padlock Testimony

Fuzzy courtroom notes show the State's Attorney Hawthorne explaining witness selection for a padlock case. The text references Teo Ugin and an Island residence, with scattered names and phrases in a garbled report.

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