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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1930
Page
3
Governor Dan Moody and two Austin residents narrowly escaped injury when a car they rode in caught fire after leaving Randolph Field following the dedication ceremonies. The sedan burned as the procession departed, with no serious injuries reported.
A garbled Friday page lists various travel moves and family notes including L. Cooper returning from Vallee on business, T. Sticres at Bezuly for a series of sessions, Mrs. Lore Worth conferring with K. Ushon in Lore Worth, Mita Virginia Yneborduph flying to St. Louis to visit her mother, and several locals like Dangomlartr and Hunter leaving for Amit Lake City Utah. It also mentions Eugene at a summer event, a Chicago farewell, oil operator FB Soilt resigning from Beeyilte, and other distant relatives visiting or traveling, with fragmented references to funerals and Kentucky trips.
The torero Enrique Vargan, once famed for killing bulls and earning vast sums, dies impoverished in Seville after a career marked by controversial incidents and costly ventures. His fortune waned as donations supported his late-life pursuits amid a tumultuous career.
Ottawa dispatch reports two air force officers Somos Warrington and Stephen Warrington, both connected with the nascent Canadian air force, were killed in an automobile accident today amid wartime news from Ottawa.
Brigadier General Flinon, head of the Veterans Heart Association, plans to hear protests near the projected government neutral hospital. The event centers on dissent about the hospital project and its impact on veterans' care in the capital.
Army orders list a series of officer movements and retirements with garbled names and unclear destinations. The fragment mentions Washington and Fort Lincoln among scattered references, suggesting a routine post assignments and retirements in mid June.
A prison break attempt ended when four inmates tunneling from the dormitory were discovered by guards. A 16 foot tunnel drop beneath the dormitory compromised sleeping quarters, prompting authorities to react quickly and frustrate the escape.
Victoria county reports a new gas field at the Lion Oiaml Refining No 1 McFadlen well in the northern county end. The well reached 3&8 feet depth with an estimated capacity around 51,000,000 cubic feet daily. Furnished and unfurnished apartments priced to fit various budgets are listed in Classifications 167 2nd 108 Light.
Fran cisca Rodrigues 22 died after a knife attack at her home on Fatrect street. Carlos Carian 93 Aye Dowie street, identified as her attacker, told police he consumed cannabis and smoked before the incident. He claimed Rodrigues wielded a butcher knife and he seized it during the struggle. Carian, a hospital orderly, was detained by police after the knifing at a residence two blocks north of the scene.
Funeral service for Mr Rick, 84, who died at his residence 416 North Pine Street, was held Saturday. He died eight hours after his eightieth birthday, after a life in the community. Widely known in the area, he leaves a family and friends who sent telegrams and greetings during his sickness. Mrs Rick, notified of the death, came to the United States, previously living in New Orleans and later in Sankent In Ail ox cart in S53. The obituary notes surviving family including Mrs Vallwey, Rimil Aquat, Heuer Ticksister, Mex, Mary Heeb, a brother Geilied Shearer, and others.
Ayneree Berrien of Whith Plains New York facing grand jury indictment on a single count of felonious assault of an adopted child. The alleged victim, a girl named Shirl Mex Riegel, 40, was hospitalized with injuries described as serious.
Harvard University students study geology along the Gulf of Alaska ten miles from Mount Fairweather, camping at the base for the summer to conduct explorations. They aim to map the 14 050 feet peak area and survey the Bt. Miltax range while remaining near Mount Fairweather all season.
A colossal Joshua tree, once the largest of its kind, aged about a thousand years, was destroyed by a fire likely set by vandals. The scorched remains at Desert area show only a lone trunk and charred remnants of the monarch tree.
Fragmentary dispatch shows Will Rogers quipping about golf champions and a melodramatic clash of rival factions. Mention of Bobby, Charley, London, and a racketeer warface hints at a satirical, farcical flare amid sport and intrigue.
Mrs William Randolph wife of Captain Randolph led the flag raising as part of the deflection program Friday morning. Brig Gen Frank P Lahm stood with Mrs Hantolph as the flag was raised, marking an impressive event in the ceremony.
A 21-gun salute was fired during a ceremony as a new bar opened in the background, creating a solemn backdrop to the launch event. The scene captured a formal moment with ceremonial salutes and a cityscape showing the new establishment nearby.
A San Antonio report describes two Negro women who accosted a man on Liveoak Street, pressed a knife to his throat, and robbed him of $31 and papers. The incident occurred within minutes as he traversed 62 Liveoak Street, with a second pair of women allegedly demanding further cash. Victims Dina and Racers claim the assailants used a weapon described as a seissor-like blade in the assault.
Rex the Morlean Spaniel belonging to Mrs J DL Younglomi of 7 Last Park Avenue barked to wake residents when a laundry room fire broke out at 2 East Bark Avenue. Neighbors alerted the Fire Department. flames were beaten back before the blaze spread.
Bond was granted for a man charged in the death of his father-in-law after a Friday hearing in the Ninety-fourth District Court. The defendant faced deputies and court officials during the low-key session that followed a prolonged altercation ending with a fatal stabbing.
Fragmentary report notes soldiers and ranks discussed amid a London scene. Mentions veterans who served long, a postal or field reference, and a context of scrutiny or blame. Describes punishment or accusations surrounding military conduct without clear details.
Fray cabinet under King Musil suspends Parliament as Iniall Kithy Boshi leads push toward a defining vote. Officials say the move reshapes the political timeline, with no immediate details on new elections or leadership changes.
The Kerrville era notes activities by Amos Munsell and local traders. Purchases include 1002 Sunridge cattle at 0, Will Atter paying 5.50 for 4000 mixed lambs. 20001 steers traded at 43 per head. Floyd Easterling seeks county office in Val Verde as Floyd’s political tale weaves history and law.
The article reports that Warden Umerell, who resigned from the state penitentiary, said he would not resign again and cited conflicts with management. He claimed no grudge against any party and praised the prison system's management under Vic Viiron, while noting disagreements over wardenship decisions.
Italian shipments show a drop to about 100 tons of Molinn cheese as trade sags against higher costs. The rate of reduction mirrors broader price pressures affecting producers and exporters across the industry, with Arbotm noting tighter margins and slower voyages.
A brief fire scene at Naples Palace was investigated after a suspect whorl circuit caused electrical fault. Fire crews battled the blaze and extinguished it before major damage occurred, with responders securing the area and assessing air conditions.
June 24 report from the foreign trade department notes plans to open new export fields for Mexican growers and breeders of cattle, vegetables, and fruit. The section cautions that a potential U S tariff shift could close some centers to Mexican products and urges markets and industry groups to push for broader consumption of Mexican goods.
Fragmentary report states Francis Coppiens, a New York impresario, sustained serious injuries after a vehicle skidded and crashed into a tree near Mes Ass Trene Deneiret. The details are unclear due to garbled OCR text.
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