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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1930
Page
7
Washington June 13 The Senate passed the tariff bill by adopting the conference report. The vote assures congressional approval of the measure. Conference agreements will settle differences between the two branches, with action expected shortly. President Hoover likely to receive the bill next week. Five Democrats voted for the measure.
International speed record holder Begrave dies after a boat accident at Daytona Beach. He suffered severe injuries when he was thrown from a speeding craft, dying hours later. Lady Begrave distraught, aided by doctors and witnesses as the boat’s bottom crushed in.
In Toronto on June 1, Shriners left the city after a grueling five day journey by car. The riders spoke of fatigue and relief at ending the lengthy excursion through Canada.
Washington June 13 The immigration service is nearing a yearly deportation record as the fiscal year ends June 30 with an estimated total around 7,000. Government spending on this effort approaches 1 million dollars. About half of the deportees are Mexicans and a quarter are Europeans, with daily departures averaging about 0 per business day.
A torrential downpour drenched the city causing basement floods and property damage. Officials reported little lightning and focused flood control on river and dam levels while many streets faced cave-ins and water in yards. Fire crews responded to flooded premises and reinforced warnings for low-lying areas.
Friday at the Unigleeuth venue Kid Pancho and Rocky Kansas prize fighters were to appear in street clothes for a nontraditional bout. The fighters faced charges of assault and battery to be tried Friday afternoon with Lencho alleging gangland style violence after an incident Sunday night near Southern Pacific tracks. A referee and judge named Onion were named for the legal tilt.
Debate centers on the treaty amid opposition framed as extremist. Stimson defends the pact and praises Admiral William V. Tragt, noting military views are limited but national security requires broad consideration. Analysts warn against narrow rhe toric while urging informed, bipartisan action on the treaty.
Hear the claim that Fasteeth keeps teeth from dropping or slipping while talking eating laughing or sneezing. The advertisement touts a powder that firms plates and teeth, offering a clean feel with no gummy or pasty taste, and urges readers to buy today at Sommera Drug Stores or other retailers.
Four Tulsans died and one person was seriously injured when a sedan crashed into a telephone pole in Tulsa early today. Victims include Henry J. Brousseau 40 bookkeeper. Miss Marjorie Denyon 2. Carl Pratt 28 tool designer. Mrs Carl Pratt 20. J. Tee Paired persatt Bliss Aelea Boyd 27. A sixth occupant E Us Elinketent 33 escaped injury.
Report from Washington on June 18 notes turmoil over who will lead the prohibition effort under the justice department. Names tied to the post include Robert L. Watts, Howard Tones, A. Young, J. Wynn, and J. Ki Hoover, with the transfer from the treasury department beginning.
A 700 pound Korean tiger from Srul escaped a wage and roamed 24 miles from Tokio. Police, hunters, and curious crowds formed a reception committee as attendants restrained the creature with reinforced cables and a meat-baited cape. News cameras captured the dramatic transfer to safety amid national interest.
A San Francisco affidavit alleges a plot involving 17 year old dancer Miss Dringle to obtain a large sum from Alexander Pantages, the Los Angeles theater owner. The document, referenced as relating to Humene Moe, an ex naval aviator, was forwarded to the State’s Militia General.
Philadelphia June 187 Captain Joel T. Boone, president of a medical society, argues the United States is better with prohibition. He expressed support at a commencement event, urging restraint and honoring temperance as a national value.
Disturbance rattled Fordham University last night as observatory officials could not determine the distance or location. Separate ad copy promotes reaching 46,000 San Antonio homes for 40 cents with OD contact for details.
Ford vehicles power major firms including Bell System Associated Companies, Armour, Borden, Continental Baking, Firestone, General Electric, Goodyear, Kellogg, Morton Salt, Pillsbury, Procter and Gamble, and Swift & Connelly. Their fleets showcase durable design with over twenty bearings, steel forgings, enclosed brakes, rustless steel, and Triplex glass, enabling low-cost, high-mileage operation. New low prices list multiple models from standard to town sedans, coupes, roadsters, trucks, and panel deliveries with generous payment plans.
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