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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1930

Page

2

Mob Attacks Prompt Outbreaks Across Texas and North Carolina

Reports detail a mob fight at Tidel Theil lockup with gunfire and gas, a suspect killed, and several prisoners, while escapes and reinforcements provoked broader violence across Port Arthur Beaumont and nearby towns. Separate incidents in Concord and Bryan involve lynch threats, shootings, and mob searches for alleged attackers against white women amid rising racial tensions and martial law measures.

Toont Poling Department Orelock Port Arthur Williams Rhea Mob Portarathur Khewan Tire Chiefs Fawar Heanmont Negra Beaumont Muskoger Okla Aang Grayson County Bber Mao George Boghes Negro Amobe Bughes Texas Rangers Iynthers Hughes

Mayor Fixes It With Cherry Girl

A garbled city note mentions a mayor and a cherry themed incident in New York. It hints at political or ceremonial action but the text is unreadable for precise facts. No clear names or dates emerge to confirm a specific event.

Cherry Girl

Lew Cody's Return to Health Prompts Studio Deals

Lew Cody is reported returning to health and resuming major work in films. Warner Bros signs him for a leading role in a big project while talks continue about other inked collaborations. The piece notes his improved condition and focus on a strong comeback in Hollywood’s current slate.

Hollywood Lew Cody Warners Hosbande Trene Delroy Weasters Trollywood Arthur Caesar Neitler Ror del [Tath

Unruly Wild Gusher Causes Extended Control Effort

Reports from San Antonio outline a severe uncontrolled wild gusher at a Texan well, running for about 70 hours with little chance of immediate control. A derrick is being erected to place a control valve at the test, depth around 585 feet, eight inch casing near bottom. All nearby operations shut down to avert fire risk as the well vents gas and water.

Tao Foustos Tampanys No 1 Surenel Tefugio San Antonio

Ancient Indians Cremated Dead In Mystery Field

Fragmented OCR describes ancient cremation practices near Fort Itwk in Indiana and mentions Walter J. Perry and field discoveries. The text references burned remains and archaeological discussion amid garbled names and places, with scattered notes on a Gulf tournament in San Marcos and multiple athlete names.

Benl Indiana Wade Walter J. Perry Forent Service Lumberman Rkelton Connally Hills Itwk Couchs Derry

The Czar of Broadway at Empire Theater

A review of The Czar of Broadway screening at the Empire describes the film as exposing underworldly influence in city politics. It follows Julbo Wres as a gentleman who runs a top tier office and directs the gangster political machine amid gambling, bootlegging, and murder. The piece praises the portrayal by 1k Sillston Betts Compson and notes the story aims to reveal the hidden social set behind corrupt governance.

Czaref Sizoauwas Empire Theater Brad Ttehowa Sillston Betts Compson Julbo Wres Punerany Sroriee Hat Broadway

Veteran Engineer Quits at Seventy in Philadelphia Area

Veteran engineer Conner A. Taomay of Habway New Jersey retires at age seventy after a long career in the war era era, with ties to Philadelphia and New York regions. The notice notes his retirement and mentions his long tenure in the field.

OPI Conner A. Taomay Habway N. J. Pownesl Tania bin Teun Philadelphia

Family Poisoned in Fredericksburg in Blast of Illness

Report from Fredericksburg describes a family of four struck by illness after consuming cheese from an unknown source. Father, mother, a child, and a newborn were affected. doctors administered antidotes and declared the patient group improving while authorities investigate the poisoning case.

Fredericksburg Frederick Merz

Del Rio Retains Same Postmaster

Del Rio keeps Vern VNU McDowell as postmaster, continuing eight years in the role. A longtime local official, he succeeded the previous postmaster, Mortia, with confirmation from Washington.

del Rio del Vnu Vern Dunes McDowell Hoover Wackington Sire D. A. Mortia

Attic Trial Near End As Sanhuber Testifies Again

In Los Angross on June 25 the trial of Otte Sry buber, labeled an “aduc man,” nears completion as testimony continues. Sanhuber denies grand jury claims and says parts of his confession were planted by Henman Shaniro to shield Mrs. Oesterreich. He asserts the true deed was committed against Fred Oesterreich on August 24, 2822.

Los Angross Otte Srybuber Fred Ocaterreich Monilay Sanhuber Walbsrge Oesterreich Henman Shaniro James Costello Dell Bonhaber Costello Sanbuder Erenta

Maniag Cage Nears Clus In Fatal Trial Recap

The trial backdrop unfolds with defense and prosecution arguments over a fatal crime linked to a disturbing act at Edwards home. Jurors hear about a pig killing plan tied to a Rivera incident, with testimony on the defendant’s sanity and understanding of right and wrong as Judge Brocky prepares the charge.

Boerne Abe Young Biwaeda Bradshaw John Insall Edwards Bradshaw Nackell Onen Guadalupe River Frides Ain Brocky

Police Seek Mother of Stricken Youth

Police at Tampa Texas seek the mother of a stricken youth. A Mrs Rhea, formerly of Marlo Street, was located by Shvedoy with the aid of Ay Re Colbert. The search follows a request to locate the parent and bring her to a nearby location for questioning.

Mra Rhea Marlo Shvedoy Ay Re Colbert Tampa Texas Pee O'hen

Fragmented Chicago letter on credit and prices

A chaotic letter complains about spending on credit during a war era and the burden of future payments. The author cites ongoing price concerns and government influence, arguing people should not be forced to pay for goods they may not need. The message conveys public frustration with economic policy.

Lwiada Upheld as Chihuahua Governor in Mexico City

Mexico City reports the federal government recognizes Francisco Almada as governor of Chihuahua after a legal review. The interior secretary said Manuel Estrada’s proclamation was unconstitutional. Almada supported by Gen. Augustin De La Mora after investigations.

Mexico City Francisco Almada Chihuabos Tuva Talacios Interior Manuel Jesus Estenda Chamber of Deputies Chihushua Lits Almada Mwase Ibia Estrada Bos Augustin de la Mora Presidentian Aes Yoel

Byrd Guest on Program Sets Radio Night Schedule

Admiral Richard Byrd will appear for an hour on the DParamoust Publix program to be heard over Lie Columbia Broadcasting esstem and KTKA at 8 o'clock Saturday night. Other members of the Antarctic edition will also be guests. The program accompanies the first release of the motion picture With Byrd at the South Pole. The feature highlights Byrd’s feats and incidents from the film and his South Pole flight. A separate segment includes Semper Fidelis march and Arthur Pryor and his General Electric band over WOAS at 1280 p.m. Saturday, plus Adventure in Bernice. The broadcast showcases a radio concert range from Rachmaninoff to Irish Washerwoman.

Richard B. Byrd Columbia Broadcasting KTKA Byrd Sith Pole Ged Dee South Pole Sokn Chillin Soura Lobe

Radio Schedule Fragments From Local Stations Tonight

A scratchy OCR list shows radio programs across WOAI WOAI KTSA KONO and other stations. Entries include orchestras dance music musical variety and religious services with times around evening to late night plus Sunday listings and church broadcasts.

Where They Speak TODAY'S CAMPAIGNS APPEARS

Fragmented OCR reads as campaign schedule with times and names: Fort Worth events listed alongside individuals such as Ferguson Lames and McKinney. Places include Homan St Lave Arommwood and Fort Worth. Details are garbled but imply a sequence of campaign or event slots and speakers.

Bietling Henderain Mirham' A Ferguson Lames Maptleth McKinney Ma Fort Worth Harry Miller Comanerea

Moonshine Found in the Coal Shed

In Moondaville West Virginia in June a large quantity of moonshine was found in the coal shed at the rear of a residence. Federal and state prohibition agents conducted an investigation and placed Mrs. Melro under arrest as the case unfolded.

Moondaville W. Va Nick Metro Federal Atate Pial Melro

Paralysis Strikes Mexican Bishop

MEXICO June 2. UPI dispatch reports Bishop Miguel Delamara of that diverse diocese collapsed from a paralytic attack. Disputes and physicians express belief his sent is not recovered, with details sparse due to telegraphic transmission.

Mexico U— Thehn Prensa Han Tus Totori Miguel Delamara Todas Wuffernd

Gibson and Bride Off on Honeymoon Despite Hurbid Report

Gibson and bride Jane 28 2) Hottihan along with Sally Milrew a screen celebrity relay a private trip to Canada after their marriage last night. Fireworks and exhibitions filled the celebration with balloons and flags as townsfolk gathered in a patriotic display.

Gibson Bride Jane Hottihan Rowbox Gillar Sally Milrew

KTSA Station Tonight Lineup at Plaza Crockett

KTSA official station schedule lists Derle's Orchestra at 7:80 p m and Paramount Publix hour at 8:00 p m with other musical programs and performances from The Light network. Station operates on 3 frequencies with a Plaza hotel Crockett address for the studio.

KTSA Plaza Hotel Crockett 3342 Derle Engileh Cedlard Baily SUNY Sap Presh Composers Iron mm International Bible Students

Canada Seeks Planet Facts From Ancient Sky Reels

Ottawa astronomers study decades of photographic records to verify a rumored distant planet glimpsed as far as Wing Hes and Neptune. Flagstaff expert claim a planet X like body moves with an orbit, and Dominion Observatory officials seek earlier images to map its trajectory and significance for astronomical science.

Oltawa Bere Neptune Tower Observatory Flagatalf Arizona Eolithe Dominion Pha Earth

Light Offers Fictionists Chance to Solve Mystery

The Wayne newspaper launches a paid serial mystery by J. Frank Davis with weekly chapters. Readers may submit finished endings after six installments, judged by Gwen We Kilday and The Taglet editor. A prize of $26 awaits the best solution, with the finale previewed in The Light’s pages.

Wayne Noes Beo Cor Cartier -Craters Office of the Light J. Frank Davis Gwen We Kilday Minler Myelersy Wliter Wayne

Fertilizers Will Hold Convention

The annual National Fertilizer Conference was held at the Broadmoor hotel with speakers including Dr. F D Farrel president of Kanes sltate Agricultural college and biochemist Lehreinec from the U S department of agriculture. Walter O Sackett bacteriologist at Colorado Agricultural college and Charles Concannon chief of the chemical division of the U S department of commerce addressed the gathering. Special trains were hauled to the convention from Kansas City and Chicago.

Colghatu U. S Commitrce Kanan Deleguten Nicago

Verdict Reversed in Bigamy Appeal in Texas Case

Riley Hopson of Wichita County had his conviction for bigamy reversed by the Texas criminal appeals court. The court ruled that no conviction would stand if the alleged marriage violated another spouse, reversing and remanding the case.

Austin Wexen Sumeza Treaseurs Riley Hopson Wichita County Copvietién Texev Digamons Hepson

Hush money paid to six officials alleged in indictments

In Canton on June 22 authorities charged six men with taking protection payments totaling 174000 dollars. The case ties the payments to a former city official and a former police sergeant, with indictments naming several other men.

Gueveland Canton Bostlergers Aqnor Ruenera Alc

Paris to Bucharest Flight Link Opens in 22 Hours

A new combined rail and air service cuts travel time between Paris and Bucharest to about 22 hours. The route runs from Paris to Strasbourg by rail, then connects to a plane to Romania's capital, with arrival expected the following evening.

Paris I'aria Yuehine Reat Meate of ECLA Hirasbourg Anital Romania

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