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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1930
Page
4
Washington June 13 The census shows urban growth patterns with more Americans living in large cities. Ten years ago one million plus centers attracted many, now five cities compete for residency, while 1900 figures indicate rising urbanization and density across major metropolitan areas.
The article analyzes city population trends, estimating around 35 million people in centers over 190,000 and noting 27.4 million in 100,000 plus cities a decade earlier. It argues urbanization will push traffic police duties higher as cities expand beyond previous thresholds.
Mansfield Ohio June 19 guards and deputies armed with tear gas bombs riot control clubs suppress disturbances at the Mansfield reformatories. About 1700 inmates caused chaos in the dining room tossing tables while 200 attempted to form a diversion. Thirty prisoners and six ringleaders were confined as authorities restored order after a clash that left guards beat and restrained leaders.
William Hebbe, studying underwater near Bermuda, cables the Times that a steel ball reached a depth of 1426 feet, confirming the record with note that it was checked and double checked.
British air forces bomb Haj of Turangean positions near Peshawar in the Northwest Frontier. Reports say heavy casualties among Turangean-backed tribesmen and shelling inflicted significant damage. Local markets show diverse goods and flexible pricing in a section labeled light classified ads.
Marion H. McClench, leader of the National Federation of Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, leaves St. Louis after a brief visit during a nationwide tour. She spoke to the local club as part of her travel to promote affiliate activities.
A Georgia woman from Cuthbert reports nine months of pimples that disfigured her face. She credits Cuticura Soap and Ointment for relief after several months of use, saying four cakes of soap and three boxes of ointment fully healed her.
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