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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1930
Page
2
A historic image from The Light’s old picture series shows the Maverick home on Houston street, once in the heart of the business district. The 1874 Uptown House sat where the Gibbs building stands today, and oxen would often lie down upon arrival in that busy area.
In Texan area and nearby states a Shetland pony theft prompts a police appeal. Ernest Hecke reports his missing pony from 511 West Theo Avenue, seeking assistance to recover the animal.
A vintage print made in 1874 depicts Gibbs building site and Maverick properties on Houston Street with the Maverick home, land office, carriage house, and oxen on North Alamo near Alamo Plaza. Old timers recall oxen lying down upon reaching their goal, marking a pivotal era in San Antonio’s business heart.
Manila reports possible rise in cholera cases as health chief Dr. R Wart cautions against full epidemic. City observers note a holiday due to dedication ceremonies at Randolph Field, per Kinser C. M. Cham ers announcement.
Washington reports an American air company is building the first dry ice plant at Tampico for solidified carbon dioxide gas production for refrigeration. The Commerce Department was advised today.
A Cornell University discovery explains why a head blow or narcotics can induce unconsciousness. White blood cells thicken to resemble hard-boiled cans, with oblivion until normal state returns. The report notes that the term kick in drink and drugs reflects a physical effect on the body.
Lawrence Kansas June reports that Olathe physician O Netherton retired ship doctor is in Douglas county jail under a life prison term for murdering his wife in February 1928. Sentence was imposed on the 21st of the month.
Incomplete election results show the United Farmers of Alberta gaining control of the provincial government with at least 28 of the 72 seats. Indications suggested additional seats would be won, while four seats were solid for the Tilberalas and Conservatives held several areas.
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