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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1930
Page
1
A rambling essay by Arthur Brisbane contrasts Catskills as a humane refuge for millions of New Yorkers, urging thoughtful living and restraint. It laments war risks and promotes simple pleasures, while noting hailstone extremes, medical cautions on emotions, and shifts in food and market practices impacting retailers and farmers.
Cincinnati readers learned that the third annual race for river supremacy revived steamboat traffic on the Ohio. Top paddle wheelers Tom Greene of Cincinnati and Retox Aan nf Pilishuegi prepared to churn upriver, recalling the era when the river dominated regional travel and commerce.
DETWHT reports the birthplace of Col. Chaeles A. Lamtherz nee mere is put up for sale by a real estate company. The property at 1720 Forest Avenue bears a bronze tablet commemorating the birthplace.
Harry Howe and Russell Goff, both Troop 21 members at Travis Park Methodist Church, donated a sun dial to Boy Scout headquarters as shown in the photo.
Reporting a spate of hold ups, bandits struck in San Antonio and Crockett areas Friday night and Saturday morning. A fruit stand owner on 745 South Flores Street was robbed as one bandit opened fire. another pair fled with cash after a station robbery. Police sought hospital and treasury records as officers pursued leads, while victims described a “nice Mexican man” who aided one victim after a car ride and drink. The incidents left injuries and missing money, with officers chasing suspects across multiple locales.
A group of Boy Scouts from Tranry Dark Methodist church built a precise sundial replica for the Boy Scout headquarters at 2510 Brandiway. Led by Milton Howe and supervised by John K E Flannery, the three scouts Edward Mair Russell Golf and Harry Howe completed the masonry project as part of their merit badge work.
Col William Bogee Thompson, a magnate and philanthropist, died at his Yonkers home after a pneumonia on the night of January 28. He was 61 years old.
New York reports on John Th. Voorhis, a longtime Tammany figure described as the premier grand-grandfather amid political life and social circles. The piece notes his status and ongoing influence within the era’s party networks.
UBIGAGA June 28 The City of Chicago piloted by the Hunter brothers John and Kenneth droned over Sky Harbor airport at 10 40 a m to-day, logging 400 seconds in the air The Hunters seek to remain aloft one more hour to break the world non stop refueling record of 120 21 30 held by the St Louis Robin
Marcus Montgomery Arthur of 2701 Michigan Avenue died from injuries after a traffic collision at Hollywood and Agailera Avenues. He was a work aid and succumbed at Medical and Surgical Ward.
Chicago teachers begin summer vacation with unpaid June salaries. Thirteen thousand teachers were due to be paid yesterday but funds were unavailable. Caldwell of the school board hopes to market 4.4 million dollars in tax anticipation warrants before next week’s end to meet payroll. If successful, teachers will receive payment then.
Edgar B. Davis, noted philanthropist and inventor of the Tailingleis, is back at his Luling, Texas home for the summer after spending several months in Massachusetts. He is celebrated for his early contributions to local industry and community welfare.
A British man attracts attention by wearing two monocles at once. Eyewear novelty drew crowds as onlookers debated practicality and style. The incident underscores quirky fashion trends in public dress.
The trial of Airandi Young accused of slaying John Bradshaw of San Antonio neared noon as closing arguments wrapped up in Kendall County Texas. The widow Thelma Tradshaw fainted in court Friday night and regained consciousness after attendants offered aid. Prosecutor Taftworth argued for a harsh verdict, while defense attorney Neal urged guilt yet with safeguards, as spectators filled the packed courtroom.
Kodak form at San Vedro park near swimming pool. Credit collector wanted with college education. Chrysler 1908 model with radio, price $750. Contact 361 for details by 9 o'clock Saturday night.
Dr Tahitt traveled from Clarksville Tennessee to Chicago on a risky mission. He carried a gun for protection. At a family gathering his son and daughter were present when a gun discharged. A bullet struck Mrs La Wii in the thigh in a startling accident.
Police in Amarillo investigate a blast that killed Mrs. A D Payne and seriously injured her 14 year old son Tony. Investigators believe a nitroglycerin bomb placed under the driver's seat caused the explosion. A metal fragment and evidence of tampering were found in the wreckage.
Resolutions adopted at the quarterly conference of the Birat Motlayelist church demand the immediate resignation of Mishap demey Cannon de. The incident occurred in Newnan Georgia on June 24 1947.
AUTRAIL France June 28 Stouldee bouquets of orchids ganilening and aredeas are in styte. They have been featured at the raved.
Niagara Falls N Y June 25 Frank Ross 37 wanted for the fatal shooting of Evangelist Edgar R Wood and wounding two others was arrested on a road outside the city He had a pistol and offered no resistance Mrs Ross wounded in the left side near the heart and Leonard Towe shot in both legs The shooting occurred at the close of services in a mission conducted by Wood Ross allegedly fired into the minister then at Mrs Towe and Towe as he tried to intervene The assailant fled into the night Mrs Ross and Leona Kuhn had attended services for months The case involved disputes over rides to the mission and prior court warnings addressed to Ross
Paul A. Sipte of Erie, Pennsylvania, a former Scout who served with Antarctica expedition crew, has been awarded a literary scholarship at Allegheny College. He left as a freshman and planned to specialize in biology.
Partly cloudy conditions with little change in temperature. Winds remain moderate from the southeast. Temperatures largely steady through Wednesday night with no significant swings. A general call for fairweather conditions and a mild weekend.
The Latin American detainee delegation at Rotary International’s 25th anniversary gathering in Chicago says they sought lessons on gangs and shootings but found the city notably peaceful. Luis Marchaio, district governor of Guha, notes the convention’s high bedtime.
San Antonio meteorologist J H Jarboe forecast relief from the Texas heat wave by Monday. He said Saturday night and Sunday would be cloudy with high temperatures around 105 degrees, a record for the area. Despite the heat, San Antonio remained among the cooler spots in the region Saturday.
Wilmington June 25 Society plans an air treasure hunt with several planes to start from H. Telin Dupont’s private field. Clues will be dropped over four states as participants hunt treasure in a lighthearted event intended for society circles.
Geneva reports the League of Nations governing body approves a convention limiting hours in commerce and offices to eight a day and 48 a week. The International Labour Conference endorses tighter work schedules for white collar workers.
Salt Lake City pilot P Leon Connors, 40, was killed when his airplane crashed about 1000 feet from the arena during a rodeo in Cookeville Wyoming. The incident occurred as about 2000 spectators looked on, with authorities investigating the cause of the crash.
Reports from AREQUIPA Peru June 23 describe revolting troops staging bold military maneuvers near La Paz. Observers believe the Soliran movement gained momentum despite unclear outcomes.
Frequent earthquakes of high intensity have continued for several days in Guatemala. In the western part of the Santa Rosa department, residents report tremors and aftershocks causing concern in local towns and communities. Authorities urge caution as seismic activity persists.
A mob of about a thousand men with women watching attempted to storm the Jefferson county jail in Beaumont to seize Rainey Williams, a Port Arthur man accused of eight attacks on white women. Officers used tear gas, water, and small arms fire. the crowd retreated after a brief exchange. Williams was brought to Beadle from Port Arthur amid crowd threats and fear of further violence.
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