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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 27, 1930

Page

22

Explosion Blamed for Passenger Boat Disaster near Brockville

In Brockville Ontario on June 27 an explosion aboard the J J King passenger boat caused by dynamite in the bed of the St Lawrence River killed a crew member and injured several others. The vessel, part of J D Porter and Sons fleet, was damaged as holes were drilled for dynamite and a lightning-ignited blast occurred around 2:30 p.m. Rescue efforts followed with U S Coast Guard cutters aiding. The cause remains disputed between dynamite placement and lightning or electrical issues.

Brockville Ontario Holt Tle St. Lawredve U Uyou Weil U. S Consign J. J. King Luther Kuehenbecker Teo Marlow Public Works Departiment Guiane Thong Rescueil Ily Nile Theroniss Ile Tani Tinin Coastguard

Rescue at sea as Buffalo district cutter saves survivors

A Buffalo district cutter battled rough seas to rescue 22 survivors from a wreck. Crewmembers threw lines and lifted people aboard the life boat before continuing to search for additional sailors clinging to debris.

Nessi Lak Tt. Ta Buffalo District Seine

Fines Set After Park Incident in San Antonio

In San Antonio police parks a man named Clark faces heavy fines following a trial in which a 13 year old girl testified she was rudely accosted at Druck entitlee park swimming pool. Judge Matlock presided in Corporation Court and a report described the arrest by park police.

Konerey San Antonio Girle Aa. J. Matlock Corporation Court Riday Juslyn Matlock C. A. Ulnthiy Druck Itl Clark

District Courts Close for July 5 and 6 Schedule Change

Bexar county district courts will close July 5 morning and reopen July 6 with the exception of the fifty-fifth, which will be held over for four days to complete matters. The early summer court will begin August thirty-seventh.

Histrict Pourts Bexar Vluseson Anya

Bank Closed After Suicide in Nevada Town

Nevada town 1 mile from Sheffield reports the bank closure after the death by self harm of an employee named Tom. Coffins and staff actions followed amid ongoing investigations and the bank remained closed today.

Nevada Sheffield Tom Coffins Hank Soltisinis

Incinerator to be Ready in Two Weeks

The city plans to complete the disposal plant incinerator within two weeks after a conference with officials. Felix Tomiemaison, Ku per 22, nee Aepartmnnt, stated the project will be completed and in operation Friday following the meeting.

Howse Felix Tomiemaison Kuper Nee Aepartmnnt Adn Ciberator Manuls

Residents petition for gravel to alleys between Flint and Michigan

Residents filed a petition with the city clerk Friday requesting gravel for alleys between Flint and Michigan avenues. They seek repairs to improve access and reduce mud and dust for nearby properties.

Fiint Michigne Vreaues Anil Crn Place Fxnwood Nesteraxeled

Gersdorf Retains One Ambulance at Police Headquarters

At the request of the police chief Gersdorf orders one ambulance to be kept at the police station day and night to curb downtown thefts and aid the city. The police office confirms the vehicle will stay near headquarters with driver facilities and ongoing lights to deter crime.

Gersdorf Apccien Phil Wright

Tros Angeles Returns to Hangar After Storm Avoidance

A ship planned to return to its hangar at a naval station today after encountering 150 miles of rough seas. It went up for light West after dark, with communication online with Lakehwest tion during the day and night.

Tros Angeles Clight Westeytay Feadig Lakehwest

Indicted Man Resigns Post in New York City

A suspended official named E. Walsh, chairman of the City Board of Standards, resigned after state and federal findings were returned yesterday. The involved figure faced claims tied to tax returns and alleged violations of statutory duties, with filings noted as pending further action.

LHW York E. Walsh Cbsirman Vity Board of Standards Nal Nyyentsi Fed Eliiizes Clineges

Signs Posted on Public Property to Bring Fine

Public notice declares posters or advertisements posted on public property will incur fines from five to one hundred dollars. The measure, pushed by Mayor C M Chambers, targets removing political posters from telephone poles and other public sites. Police will enforce the ordinance Friday, with arrests possible for violations on public property including bridges and municipal byways.

Kinil Phil Wright C. XM. Chambers

Mrs Edwards to Be Buried at Sayers

Mrs Edwards widow of the late W H Rilwanus lies in Lavernia area. She was born in esar eau Ly and raised at Sayers. She is survived by eight children Mesqaines Sissie Trainer Mabel Vereil Jax Bargeac Terri Cra Tye Grover Eawacils Ayres.

Byrys Methodist Church of Lavernia Exlivards Lnte W. HL Rilwanus Esar Eau Ly Sayers Mesqaines Sissie Trainer Mabel ‘Vereil Ani Jax Bargeac Terri Cra Tye Ant Grover Eawacils. Ayres

Posse Gathers After Slayer of Officers

A multi force posse closes in on a timber area near North Thherty as officers press the manhunt for the killer of lawmen. Sheriff Pro Sweet and Marshal Anton Laie coordinate the operation with local business leaders and state authorities.

Vhirty Towa Aula Ninbier

Merger Announced Between Steel Firms In Fouristown

A formal merger plan was announced involving the Reptron wheel company of Fouristown and the Bere ger Mauntuetetig vompany of Cai ton. The Topiblie Souk carpurh finn Was a MWinont here lorry with the merger gsipers, led by the Secretary of State Cinrenne We Prawn.

Steel Companies Poluataes Olderine ST Reptron Ail Wheel Company Fouristown Bereger Mauntuetetig Vompany Caiton Carpurhfinn Gsipers Cinrenne

Pat Harrison Will Have Field Alone

Pat Harrison and seven other Democrats face renomination in the August 26 primary. The field is crowded as Harrison stands alone in the race with several challengers seeking to unseat him.

Pat Harrison TAGES Unie Pat. Harrison Mivviesipyt

28 Cities For Honoh Roll In Genus

A mangled list shows 28 cities increasing in population, with Miami leading growth beyond 50 percent. The text names Lawrence, Dewrbony, Berwin, Cal., and others with percent growth figures, noting a decade of change and inclusion of several states and towns.

HONOH Dewrbony Univerdity Munroe Levon Cme Didiwitel Toyo Miami Fin Tabie Binet Tatumty Tysa Dela Oli Ponting

Nozz and the dubious names in a merchant directory

An odd entry in a local directory lists invented names and fake entities. The piece notes the proliferation of nonsensical terms and the company’s scrutiny of the authenticity of items and names presented.

Nine contestants fail to advance in regional event

The report lists Ruel Cleveland of Ohio and several other entrants from New York Akron and Michigan among those who did not advance. Names obscured by OCR appear incomplete, with fragments referencing cities and numbers.

Flint Chifton Lakeway Kie Phoenix Stig. Ron Cali Ruel Cleveland Ohio Micore Ilo Tenn istom-Snew York Nya Akron Chin

Summer Camp for Children Opens by River City

A summer camp for children opened at 449 River Road by the River Head Country day school. The program names Jms Eine and Davis Wilson as organizers, with Wilson serving as director. Winn and Temaber will oversee operations, and the camp is set to run through the season.

Sehool River Road Childeen Davis Wilson Autelig Wnt Boy Winn Temeber Chinege

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