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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1930
Page
4
A chaotic report claims Mussolini seeks to mobilize Italian women to bear 500000 children, as demographic drives and propaganda unfold amid economic strain. The piece notes declining births since 1939 and outlines state campaigns, incentives, and opposition within fascist society.
A guilty finding was returned in the murder matter involving Captain Charles Stevens. The case centered on the alleged foul play and subsequent legal proceedings under local authorities.
The Ravens and Texas whitroad company reports 487 employees on pension. The plan, run 12 years, allows retirement after 20 years or due to disability with gratuity allowances. Pensions range from 44 to 93 years old and about 100 dollars monthly, based on 10 years of earnings.
Mayor C. M. Chambers indicated a possible trip to Wantington to secure official approval from the War Department to extend Main Ave through Arsenal property. He met with a committee led by C. Fowler who urged him to seek authority before funding and voting occur.
Mayor and city commissioners weigh sites for an incinerator after a noon meeting. Possible locations include the silo at the disposal plant or the Mission site preferred by Jacob Tubiala. South Side Improvement League protested the Sinpron street option, which was abandoned.
A Milwaukee man Bevan Davis a World War I veteran who became involved with a Wisconsin University student in Mexico City. He married her after a whirlwind romance then traveled with her toward San Antonio where passport issues delayed him. His identity surfaced when a telegram from Arizona prompted confirmation and plans for annulment. The couple will likely part with legal steps and Davis remains in hospital with heart trouble and mental strain from war injuries.
An old advertisement touts a powdered treatment for Athletes Foot promising fast relief within minutes and a healthy skin recovery. It lists locations like Som meré-Wagnerr, Hert & Wilting, Mc Elroy's and other druggists as sellers for $1.00.
A wave of burglaries reported over the weekend left several residents and businesses shaken. Victims include Mrs Gord Tokke robbed of 41, Loin at 82 La Fitte Street recovering 16, and Ty. Tnnnes losing 40 cash. The Gross Metal company reported six clocks and six watches stolen, while the Ilane and Olmus drive site saw 44 golf clubs and 500 balls taken from a miniature golf course. A light-fingered thief lifted 275 from P M Mayfield as he walked Houston Street, and Eric Ankerson’s garage was broken into with a pistol and 27 stolen. A truck plus six dollars of groceries vanished from a Meral store on Fi. K. Treving street.
Policy Monday moved to file formal murder charges against a man held after the body of Desia Mlegos, 20, of Devine, Texas, was found Sunday. The suspect, who reported the shooting as accidental, led officers to the scene on El Paso Street where the victim lay dying. The accused admits firing after a struggle over a gun during a dispute involving Flores, who was drinking with others.
City commission allocates 4800 dollars for property acquisition related to an extension project. Proceedings address condemnation and expansion of Fast Mirlet area, with plans to extend utilities and access for the development.
City records show contracts cancelled by 8. A. Street with Colzhivier Hof for pavement of New Uranitels avenue and Flornt streets. Work on New Hrngavelg caused costs to rise to 3000 and budget overrun.
City backed candidates spar over control of the school board amid a heated campaign. Voters hear pledges of harmony and resisting city dictation as three incumbents face rivals in a tense race touching policy and governance.
The boy testified Armstrong asked him to sign a later statement. The new affidavit claims Murphy’s account differs, with Flores not sending for him and honesty urged. Murphy’s writ of error noted juror disqualifications as grounds for a new trial and a peanuty hearing set for March 17 before Judge Wo Wo Mee Urary in the Ninety fourth district court.
An award of $1000 is being appropriated in congress for Captain William Ocker of Brooksfield for patent rights to a training and testing device for aviators. Invented to help pilots rely on instruments, the device uses gyroscopic and banking instruments to verify correct aircraft attitude despite misleading physical senses.
The Woman's Club petition to remove the Pearl Street car line prompts a city hearing led by attorney D. C. Hall. Opponents cite improper motive while residents protest, and thousand signed a petition against the change. The commission will decide within four days after review.
An elderly patrolman, Robert Hogerkamp, 82, was shot and killed near Nie Linenmn Park. Teo Morn, the accused shooter, claims the fatal shot was accidental as investigators pursue the case amid unclear motives and mounting public concern.
Health officials investigated a mysterious illness affecting several patients in IV Tennessee with reports pointing to possible poisoning. Dr Stewart, state epidemiologist, scheduled to visit Nashville and adjacent counties to gather further evidence amid unclear leads and concerns about tainted liquor.
Vapex promises swift clearheaded relief from a cold with a single drop on a handkerchief. Claims stem from wartime research in England where vapors allegedly killed cold germs, with ads urging purchase of a dollar bottle to save future distress. Distributed by B Fougera & Company in New York.
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