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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1930
Page
12
In New Orleans on June 25 delegates from the Disabled American Veterans of the World War met to choose a commander from 40 candidates. The convention opened with focus on a selection process and tonight caucuses were planned to cut the field before final leadership votes.
A small airplane carrying Leupeld Belumagh Jr of Palo Alto California and his companion was forced to land near Wichita Kansas. Belumagh was killed while the second youth Hragklym of New York survived perhaps fatally. The crash ends a youth air flight attempt near the city.
Chicago June 5. The probe into Alfred J. Lingle murder widens to examine the reporter’s finances. Willig Russell questioned about bank deposits, accounts, and stock broker dealings. State attorney’s office notes knowledge of checks received and stolen by Lingle. His weekly salary cited as around six dollars. The inquiry aims to show if wealth came from stock market deals.
Secretary of the Treasury Mellon testified before the Home Banking Committee in Washington on June 25 denying the wholesale sale of German reparations bonds in the United States. He argued that allied nations could seek uniform settlement of debts, while opposing unions and banks buying the bonus.
DETROIT June 25 Despite failing to beat her own unofficial record Miss Amelia Earhart again pursues speed goals. She crosses a 100 kilometer course at about 174.59 miles per hour in a specially built monoplane, but does not surpass the 174.89 mph mark she previously set.
A teacher named Marg was ordered arrested amid a Mann Act charge. Sylvia Huff, described as a comely student, accompanied him as they planned to flee to Chicago and vanish. The case centers on alleged improper involvement and travel for illicit purposes.
Four women were injured when a tornado hit Pratt last night, damaging a dozen farm homes and hundreds of acres of ripening crops. Authorities estimate property damage around 250000 dollars. Named victims include Mrs What Kentt struck by a rock and Mrs Harry Nichols hit by flying debris.
The stage and columns of the new Open Air Theater in Hrackenridge Park will be completed within 14 days, with full landscaping and final touches to take up to a year. The San Antonio Civic Opera opened its season on a partially finished stage, while fall will bring landscaping and beautification efforts around the venue.
In Los Angeles on May 25 Judge Carlos Hardy pressed defense and prosecution over whether Otto Sanhaber will take the stand in the high profile murder trial of Fret Qesterreleh, wealthy manufacturer Engel Wakeman facing accusations. Wakeman questioned whether a satisfactory plan exists, while the defense advocate suggested public defender involvement.
Fort Sam clerk Marty Vealehivl, connected to the Eighth Corps quartermaster, breaks a shoulder when a car overturns on a road trip home with his wife and companions. The incident occurred near Lex fekenta after visiting Washington and D.C. The party was returning from Washington, with Pratt and others injured as the wreck impacted a business case and local notices.
Mrs Charles C Larson and her husband confronted a prowler behind their garage on a quiet avenue early Wednesday. Neighbors report numerous prowler sightings over three weeks, but this was the first time the intruder was seen, and the couple rang for police assistance.
Ford cars excel internationally with top finishes in Germany France Italy Finland Argentina and Sweden. The 1930 reliability run by the Royal Automobile Club of Sweden showcased toughness during a 600 mile winter course over snow and hills. Prices for several models are listed in Detroit plus freight and delivery charges.
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