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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 05, 1930

Page

2

Texas oil bill wins support from House committee

The Texas House oil, gas and mining committee favors a bill by Rep. Peorose Metcalfe to regulate transport and storage of oil. It would empower the Railroad Commission to regulate pipelines and require storage facilities to accept oil from independent and major producers, with an emergency measure urged by independents. The bill faces opposition from several major oil companies and independents.

Ry Austin Hooxe Wheth & Conservation Wwe Apments Railroad Commission Pal

Tom Mix Pays $174,420 to IRS in Guilty Plea

Angeles dispatch reports film star Tom Mix handed a $174,420 check to the Internal Revenue Service after pleading guilty to three counts of failure to pay income taxes for a three year period. Judge James presided over the case.

Angeles Tom “Miz Rowbsy Internal Revenue Bogofen Teres Film Tudge James Pike

Matched Gems Latest Colored Jewelry Accent Gowns

Colored jewelry to match wearers gowns as the latest fashion note from Gay Paree. Jean Patou offers a marine blue taffeta ensemble with accessories in a similar shade.

Gay Parec Jean Patou

Canadian Liquor Bill Would Halt Shipments to U S

Ottawa on March 5s a bill to prohibit export of intoxicating liquors by distilleries warehouses or bonded houses to the United States was given its first reading yesterday. Premier W L Mackenzie King sponsors the measure which would halt shipments and is described as aiming to curb liquor exports to the United States amid calls for stricter controls.

Ottawa United States W. L. Markenzie King

Najol Babies and the Cheap Cure Promise

An advertisement touts Najol as a safe internal cleaner that lubricates the body, boosts energy, and improves mood. It claims widespread testimonials, insists no drugs or habit formation, and urges readers to buy sealed Najol packages at stores for a few cents to feel like a million dollars.

Prince of Wales Rebounds From Malaria Recovery

Dispatch reports the Prince of Wales has recovered from malaria and plans to resume hunting on Sunday. He may travel to Entebbe Uganda to base an expedition on Lake Victoria using a lake home as a base for the trip.

London Prince of Wales Daily Mail Natrobi

Wealthy Rancher Drowns in Texas Ditch

John Delinger, 65, a wealthy rancher from Anutillo Texas, drowned in an irrigation ditch near El Pash. The body was found late yesterday about three hundred feet from his overcrossed bridge after he apparently tried to hoop a sharp line over the bridge and lost balance.

EL Pash John Delinger Anutillo Texas Belinger Pantral

British Essayist Taken by Death in Malina District

In Malina district, British essayist Charles Whibley Justin F. Fayphang critic and James M. Whistler, brother-in-law of the American printer, died. The notice notes Whibley’s death and mentions related literary figures linked to the press.

Malina Byercatoly Charles Whibley Jirstinbex Fayphang James M. Whistler

Ex-Dictator Photo Thrown in Bastille Scene

Fragmentary caption describes a village scene involving a photo of Primo de Rivera being thrown into a wall or Bastille like structure. The readable text hints at a nationalist or anti regime act amid scattered words and clipped phrases.

Bastile San. Wieture Primo de Rivera Bork

Weldon Freed On Poster Charge Verdict Of Not Guilty

Donovan Weldon editor of Bexar Facts was charged with carrying an advertising placard in public in front of The Gunter hotel. A six member jury deliberated five minutes and returned a not guilty verdict in Corporation Court amid crowd reaction, defense contending it raised freedom of speech issues and political persecution.

Donovan Weldon Wridiay Weldon Corporation Court Courr Spectatore Antree Gunter Welton J. J O Bannion Freedom OF Press Andy Young Walter Grace James Young Jr Sras Hoyt, Schneider J Gorman R. P. Wolf Paul Drilick Morrin Barkin Joe Sanchez Atage O'Bannion Gas Klockenkamper Flo Gunter Hotel Placsto Glogan Weldon Lewie Bexar Facts Han Antonio Howard Mueller James Young Grace Tomes Young Tha Sdge Dave Watson Santa Clana Ginee

Woman to Seek Lost Indian Tribe in Peru

Fragmentary notice describes Elizabeth Steen of Handean pursuing a quest to locate a lost Indian tribe in Peru with guidance from a Deliv guide. The readable text references the University of California and a globetrotting search with emphasis on travel attire and the jungle setting.

Oseen Flizsbeth Steen Handean Deg University of California Perazil Lobe Indiana Evar Paniel Uu Deliv

Fragmentary Wichita shooting report with missing names

An OCR fragment from Wichita references a shooting case with unclear names and dates. Mentions Harlip Marlin Ed Melanson and other local figures in a garbled sequence. Lacks coherent facts, locations, or outcomes due to corruption.

Wichita Marlin Melanson Wrousle Ana

Naphtha Blast Futures Market Report

Fragmented text references Maren amo MNS ON CUD and Levinlane branding. unclear details. No concrete events, dates, or figures are readable. Summary focuses on speculative futures mention and generic branding terms.

Paton Rorge Maren Amo Ted Famalrien Janet Wight

Special Lent Services Slated at St Mark's Episcopal Church

Lent observances are announced at St Mark's Episcopal Church with weekly services led by visiting clergy from various Texas towns. Wednesday evenings feature litany and sermon at 7 30, plus a children’s service earlier in the afternoon. A parochial mission and daily Holy Communion are planned during March and April with a roster of speakers from Trinity, St. David's, Christ Church and other parishes across the state.

Glergren Texas St Mark's Episcopal Church Rolfer Crum Deak William T. Capers West Texas Miocese Wedendeay B.C. Vani Hee Crum William T. Coopers DuBose Murphy Mible University of Texas Clinton & Quin Mista Iter E. H. Gibson Trinity Church Galveston BR. M. Hoyd St. David's Church Austin Everett H. Jouta St. Paul's Church Waco Rolfe P. Crum Henry R. Herndon St. Cailip'n Church Uvalde Samuel O. Capers Christ Church San Antonio Her. Clinton Quin Goliad Clinton Quine Toway

Holy Season Opens at Rome

Rome marks Ash Wednesday opening of Lent from March 5 to Easter Sunday with priests imposing ashes and reminding faithful of dust to dust. Lent spans 40 fasting days excluding Sundays, with meat abstinence on Wednesdays and Fridays still common. Cardinal Gasparri’s retirement shifts Lent start earlier and Holy Saturday fast ends at noon to boost Easter joy.

Rome Cardinal Gasparri

Suit of Clothes Stolen From Truck Parked in Alley

A bold thief stole clothing from a truck parked behind Warder Hratheen store on Tauaton street. J. A. Shrawn of the store reported the theft to police. The burglar also took a tire and alarm clock from a residence on North New Sirenfecte avenue. Losses totaled about 23 dollars in clothes and other items. Nearby, a barber shop on Page Street reported break‑ins and tool theft.

Tauaton Atrest Hurglara

Mrs Harris Named Secretary of Green Hospital

Mrs Harris, 38, recently appointed secretary of the Robert B Green Hospital board of directors. Appointment made at a Tuesday night meeting by acting president Cunningham. H Ord was named chairman of the purchasing committee and Dr I Jr Nixon headed the financing committee.

Mo Wareik Tm Board of di Robert B. Green Hospital Deln Cuneningham Fl. H. Orde Tr. I. Jr. Nixon

City News Dance At La Hor Temple With Hottest Matte

City residents gathered for a dance night at the La Hor Temple featuring the town’s most popular matte show. Organizers promoted a lively program and strong turnout amid festive mood.

Lahor

New Official on Job as City Clerk and Purchasing Agent

Jame Simpson sits with Russell R. Jennett in the office reviewing records. Simpson was appointed city clerk on Tuesday to fill the vacancy left by the death of Fred Fries and Jennett was named city purchasing agent.

Jame Simpson Russell R. Jennett Simpson Fred Fries

Mabel Normand Leaves Estate to Mother in Will

Los Angeles March 5. Actress Mabel Normand died February 23 from tuberculosis leaving her entire estate to her mother Mrs. Mary Normand of Staten Island New York. Lew Cody, fellow actor, confirms he received nothing and calls the decision proper.

Los Angeles Amiaba Normand Slim Comedienne Mary Normand Staten

Scientist's Body Found in Canada Near Hay River Post

A delayed report says the ore remnants of Dr Mart Faber a German scientist were found by patrol 15 miles above Lower Hay River post in the Northwest Territories on Saturday. No cause of death is known and Faber had been missing for some time.

Canada Elmonton Alta Mart Faber Resal Lower Hay River Northwest Territories Seturday Faber

Bolivia and Paraguay Accept Neutral Boundary Mediator

Bolivia agrees to a neutral mediator to settle the boundary dispute with Paraguay. Paraguay has accepted, joining a commission organized by the United States and allied nations to oversee talks in March.

Bolivia Holkin Ithae Paraguay Uni Staten Cua Mexolyrabia Efruzuay

Maj Sands Sent to 8 A A As Instructor

Major Alfred T P Sandy, a field artillery officer, is ordered to San Antonio for duty as the hurter with the Texas National gun. He is presently a student at the Army War College in Washington.

Maj. Sands 8. A Alfred T. P. Sandy San Antonio Texas National Gun Army War College Washington

Appetites Aroused by Sugar in Cooking Advice

An old article advises boosting flavor in vegetables by adding sugar to cooking water or during preparation. It notes spinach can taste mild while tomatoes taste sharp, and suggests mild vegetables paired with slight sugar to balance flavors. Doctors encourage using wholesome, varied foods for children. Sugar is also said to enhance meat dishes.

Tednan Dortors

Kansas City Mayoral Race Tied to March Primary

George E. Kimball, Republican, and Bruce B. Smith, Democrat, will oppose each other as mayoral candidates in Kansas City in the March 25 election following Centerdas's primary balloting.

Kankas City George E. Kimball Bruce B. Smith Exchcer Kansas City Centerdas

Meet Is Called on Street Widening

A large committee of street property owners on San Peden Avenue will meet with the mayor and city commissioners on Thursday to request further action on widening the street.

San Peden Avenue

Moody, Ferguson clash over legislature adjournment

Governor Moody accused former governor Ferguson of stalling and interfering as the legislature faces adjournment. Moody said Ferguson supported a bill to adjourn without funding summer state schools and penitentiary needs, then opposed it for unknown reasons.

Austin UPI Moody Itm Ferguson Nandy Mate Fox Jim Ferguson Jim

Kemper Student Is Rifle Shoot Champ

In Ro onville Missouri Cadet Lieutenant Aretie McGuire of Blackwater a Kemper military school student and captain of the varsity riflemen was crowned individual class champion after firing a score of 874 to defeat 40 representatives from 35 military schools in a National Rifle Association sponsored match.

Roonville Zack Aretie d. McGuire Dlackwater Kemper Tod “Way United States McGuire

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