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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1930
Page
3
Contained in the notes on the park project, officials discuss funding, potential tax adjustments, and the future operation of the field. Mayor Chambers hints at budget cuts to cover retreatment costs while the city weighs ownership and management of the park with local clubs.
An advertisement touts a treatment named Nudid claiming rapid improvement for rheumatics, enabling a helpless patient to return to work after a short course. It asserts public benefit and urges purchase through a German remedy with promised restoration and renewed activity.
A vintage advertisement touts HEM-HOID as the only efficient cure for lower bowel discomfort caused by food accumulation. It claims Dr J S Leonhardt’s prescription removes the problem and restores strength to affected parts. The ad promises dramatic patient recoveries, urging drug stores to stock the product and promising refunds if not effective.
The city retired another portion of debt tied to Randolph Held, issuing $85,000 in notes and steering debt repayment through tax receipts. An appropriation totaling $70,125 supported coupons against $205,000 owed, with other city finance actions including property taxes, street widening, fund transfers, pension note payments, and equipment purchases. A river department riveted by Herpel-Gillespie purchase was approved, with bids for a tracked oil task vehicle due July 2.
Reported takeover shows gunmen abducting 15 workers or laborers during a liquor theft from a warehouse to a trolley. Federal agents seek exact liquor removed as authorities track the circumstances. Prohibition administrator ZL J Herbert confirms the raid occurred near the end of E. A. Males regime with successor not yet reachable. Authorities pursue clarity on scale and culprits.
Chicago announces a new hospital on the Northwestern McHinlock campus near the medical center. The project, cost about 5 million, will cover 140 stores and 12 story power, aiming for fall completion and potential inclusion in a world’s fair exhibit. The Wesleyan and university affiliations conclude eight years of talks.
Police investigate a new gang killing in Chicago as Michael Gallidho is found murdered on a highway southwest of the city with a gun near his hand. Detectives say the body bears the initial W, and they consider motives tied to gang feuds and the recent Jake Lingle slaying. The victim previously ran as a lookout and blacker, and investigators search for ties to Ned Forsythe or Frankie Foster.
Governor Moody reportedly received the largest single mail gift from the state’s chief executive, a four foot long letter inviting him to attend the national air races in Chicago from August 23 to September 7. The note bore $3.46 in air mail stamps and signatures from 200 schoolchildren, reflecting broad public support.
Gridley California July 30. Four Ms Frank J Cowan and George Stinison both of Gridley charged the chipmunks with theft of an automobile key. They hid their cars in the woods while fishing and attached the key to a leather tag in rock ice. On their return the car remained but the hop was gone. A colony of chipmunks chattering in trees appeared to be laughing.
Four firemen were overcome by ammonia fumes from a broken line at a three story refrigeration plant. They fell unconscious but remained conscious enough to call for help as colleagues rescued them from Xeile and Company.
In San Antonio, a suit by Cy RB Bhonerosa of Universal Welfare Workers of Texas against the city was dissolved by Judge Andre Frederick Stevens in the 73rd District Court. The city demurrer argued Shawcrosy violated no permit requirement to fundraise for charity and that the suit claimed no valid ordinance.
Hunters at Sky Harbour Airport report the oil endurance record surpassed with the aircraft City of Chicago reaching four hundred fifty hours aloft. Pay bonuses offered for each hour beyond the record and a three minute newsreel prize of one thousand dollars awaited approval.
In Moscow the record breaking speech by Joseph Stalin appears to consolidate his grip on power. The printed text addresses questions of international importance and minority policy, with references to czarist debts and potential credits to the Bolshevik government.
U. S. Minister to China, Mr Johnson, underwent an operation here. The American envoy’s condition is reported as satisfactory and the complete recovery is expected after the procedure.
A chaotic account details alleged gang connections and a murder probe tied to Chicago figures including James Adducel and Patsy Tare, with a focus on public figures and crime syndicate activity. Police pursue leads across districts as a reporter’s murder prompts investigations into police relations and editorial stance.
An unclear report notes a Grand Prix event with mentions of commanders, Paris, and a crowd. Key entities include Longchamd and Adenrique, a finish in the 6th inning, and a total figure of 202,006. The fragmentary text suggests a grand prix style race narrative with crowd details and ownership by TOTIOS.
A farm dog named Collie aboard a farm vehicle jumped into a dramatic scene near Shelby on a June day. The creature rode to a startling moment atop a tense situation with a loud exclamation before safely retreating from the dangerous perch.
Judge Augustus MetInsiles on the funding committee pressed for widening North Flores as a feasibility question. Officials avoided a formal pledge, noting bond money would be needed and city cash would be required. Mayor Chambera acknowledged the improvement's value but said it could not proceed without funds.
DETROIT June 30 Only his coattail saved Henry Tucker from death by his own action near the Detroit river the 16-year-old boy grabbed the end of his coat and yelled for help before help arrived. An advertisement mentions fireworks displays and safety reminders across a civic area including Military Plaza.
Federal agents arrested four men and one woman in New York for printing counterfeit currency. The operation, led by Brinsdey, confiscated equipment and seized $400,400 in fake bills. Police say the group conducted production and distribution across the East.
George K. Eastman of Rochester New York heads Eastman Kodak Co. and was appointed by President Hoover to the George Washington Bicentennial Commission. He succeeds Dunford McNider of Town who has been named minister to Canada.
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