25 Jun 1930
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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1930
Page
1
RGME reports troubling concerns over Pope Pius XI's health after a public appearance before 60,000 worshipers at St Peters. An apparent internal attack is feared, with observers noting the heat and crowd as possible factors while wider political and societal notes mix with editorials on leadership, finance, and global affairs.
Washington report describes a telegram referencing Kaleta of the Ku Klux Klan and warns Alabama white residents against frightening Representative De Priest. It notes De Priest, the lone Negro member, in Birmingham on July 17 amid a fraternal gathering and political tension.
The San Antonio Chronicle reports Mayor Chambers accusing Attorney General Bobbitt of conspiring with the Citizens League to gain support in the upcoming election. Chambers urged Governor Ygast to order a Webb County inquiry into alleged election-law violations tied to Bobbitt and local political machines.
Pope Plus XM faces bladder trouble as Ronan doctors offer tav combat. Opera Hon is under discussion amid medical concerns and potential treatment options.
Forecast calls for generally fair weather Wednesday through Thursday with light winds and no major temperature changes. Highs and lows expected to stay around seasonal norms with dry conditions.
Wheat contracts sold at a record opening price on the Chicago Board of Trade session but irregular tallies and dips left prices fractionally above yesterday's close. July wheat opened about five sixteenths of a dollar higher, near 68 cents a bushel, buoyed by favorable crop news from Russia and lack of rain in U S spring wheat regions.
San Antonio golfers in the national intercollegiates championship at Oakmont Country Club, Pittsburgh, won their first match after qualifying Monday in the championship flight of 32. Ali Vaughn of Rice Institute defeated Frances Hersey of Princeton 4 and 3 while Harvett of Texas University beat Yale’s Merwin 3 and 1 thanks to strong putting.
Washington June 25 house votes to concur in senate amendments to the Johnson World War Veterans Relief bill with flag goer to President Moorer and an immediate vote expected.
Managua reports General Augusto Sandino wounded in the leg following a clash with American Marines and Nicaraguan constabulary forces. The June 25 bulletin cites Bandivo's condition and notes the encounter as part of ongoing hostilities in Nicaragua.
Vatican reports and rumors swirl about Pope Pius XII possibly needing surgery amid unclear medical details. Spokesmen cite his vigorous public appearances while noting intermittent, brief health symptoms and the absence of a formal Vatican denial regarding a pending operation.
Washington June 24 The Senate moved to begin consideration of the London treaty without waiting for a special session. President Hoover reportedly would ignore a petition from 23 senators asking deferment until after the November elections. Senator Watson Republican teacher said he would support moving to debate once the current deficiency bill and regulatory measure are disposed of. Ambassadors Dawes and Morrow met with Hoover and Secretary Stimson while Borah indicated no procedural worries and urged quick action before adjournment.
Continued warm but generally fair weather is forecast for San Antonio Wednesday night and Thursday. Meteorologist J. H. Tarboc announced Wednesday the high Thursday will reach 92 degrees with light to moderate southerly winds. East and West Texas will be generally fair.
New York police arrest a youth wearing a religious medal and carrying a coded signee "S-X" linked to the Queens double murder. The suspect, claiming to be 21-year-old Clarence James Veatt of Chicago, was taken into custody in Riverside Park amid the investigation.
President Hooper would be empowered to list or suspend immigration under a resolution introduced by Representative Cable of Ohio. The measure aims to grant the president authority to control immigration flows as part of federal powers in the context of employment concerns.
Secretary Mellon warns higher income taxes if the war veterans bill passes, while urging two alternatives. Restore excise taxes to fund peace and order, or extend wartime debt payments over years. The piece honors veterans, condemns neglect of their sacrifices, and calls for fair funding without shunning responsibility.
Major Charles Kingsford Smith led the Southern Cross crew hailed for their East to West trans Atlantic crossing attempt from Newfoundland. Postponed take off to New York due to exhaustion and fuel needs. Harbe Grace residents cheered the mission’s progress and historic aviation milestone.
Want Ad item describes a new brick bungalow for sale at 3450 with six to seven rooms and conveniences. Mentions classifications and price awareness, plus other small ads for furnished apartments and a used coupe.
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