11 May 1930
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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1930
Page
1
The article blends editorials and reports on Prohibition’s social clash with religion, aviation feats, and global tensions. It cites Senator Blaine, the anti Saloon League, Mohammed’s festival, Brooke land crime, and pilots breaking records. It notes Soviet aviation aims and Kellogg pact limits amid looming war.
Hailstones battered Kelly Field and Fort Hammonston area with blocks up to three inches, lasting about 15 minutes. Vehicles damaged, windshields broken, pedestrians sought cover as streets filled with hail and debris. Reports note heavy hail near Randolph, Alams Heights, Woodlawn Lake, and Adolph Field. rainfall measured near one inch with a brief tornado-like swirl.
A downpour lashed Fredericksburg Comfort Kerrville and nearby hill country Sunday night into Saturday morning flooding highways. Water rose to six feet on the Guadalupe river near Comfort and damaged crops with corn blown over fields. A lightning strike set a barn on fire near Fredericksburg as traffic halted and rivers overflowed.
Houston is projected to remain the leading Texas city as census figures show growth and a continued gap over San Antonio. Officials note Houston’s 1930 census would put it around 290,911, with San Antonio near 168,870, reinforcing expectations that Houston will stay the largest Texas city. Analysts compare growth rates and expect Beebe county figures next week to confirm trends.
In LASULEY FIELD, a student in the air corps ground school, seriously injured in an airplane crash Thursday where two fellow students were killed, was reported in satisfactory condition at the field hospital today.
Police search underway for the son of a Mexican officer, a figure active in military and political affairs. The young man was reported missing by his family in what authorities describe as a mysterious disappearance.
Los Angeles flyer George Nan, 20, of Los Angeles, was injured in a crash. He fell approximately ten feet during an operation spraying on a height, and his condition was described as potentially fatal.
New York May 10 11Na At Whit To Hale was found guilty of taking part in a laundry holdup netting $80 and must serve in Sing Sing prison. The event followed a dramatic game where star Ritchie and Tiate were injured, and the pitcher had signed a long term contract earlier this year with Yale’s holdout collapse.
Two well dressed bandits entered Clarence Savaders store on Summit Avenue and robbed five employees and a shopper Saturday night. They forced cashier Lester Self to open the cash drawer and escaped in a rear car after warning witnesses to stay calm and avoid identification.
Buddy Rogers, brother of Bris Rogers, reportedly signed a five year contract with a major studio. The deal calls for a salary of $25,000 a year, according to word received today from Wert Mogere, father of the actor.
A burglar entered a location on Sehler Avenue and stole cash and a watch. Police reported the incident and are investigating with unclear details from the fragmented OCR text.
A chaotic scene during a ceremonial guard change at Whilpbull provokes a tragic incident. Spectators and mounted officers confront turmoil as a guard’s sword is drawn and a horse falls.
In Minneapolis Otay 10 reports Alderman J Russell Sheffield was shot three times with a young wife Madie Riley firing through chest and abdomen before dying. Mrs Riley believed dying. Sheltie Way may recover. Riley is mother of two. Sheffield alleged husband and suspect in jealousy over attention during investigation awaiting trial.
The Algup jury discharged after failing to agree on a verdict in the John Alsop case. Alsop, a former city policeman, faced charges tied to the Pelitechnic State bank robbery of April 20 and the killing of Isaac Tate. The veniremen reported they believed Alsop guilty but could not decide a penalty. the defense argued against the death penalty.
Los Angeles May 10 an extension of 36 days was granted to prepare briefs for the appeal of Alexander Pantages. The appellate court issued the order amid a motion by counsel for the showman. The case concerns an assault on 17 year old Eunice Pringle and involves Karl Daniels, a member of the showman’s entourage. The motion for delay was not opposed.
Action on the Shipstead anti injune bill outlawing fellow dog contracts was postponed until Monday by the senate judiciary committee. Exploers organizations oppose the measure as it seeks drastic limits on equity courts in Johor disperses.
A robbery at a Little Rock shoe store left bandits holding an estimated 150 dollars, with some reports totalizing the haul around 230 dollars. Authorities seek clues on a possible connection to other recent shop thefts as details remain unclear.
IN DEPENDENCIES Mo March 1 The Rev Raman J Keller 83 of the Methodist Church died at his home after a brief illness. He served as a bishop in the church and was widely respected for his long service. Funeral arrangements are pending.
A Citizens' Civic League committee and officials including Attorney General Robert Lee Wobhili and Lamar Seoligaun pressed for prompt warrants to remove county Tax Collector Neil Chpbelts and other officials. They want all voting precinct poll lists in Lexar county purged of aliens and unlawfully issued ballots before the July primaries. The city faces a contested election suit with hearings pending and a special counsel decision forthcoming.
Calin Hodlawogl May 1 reports a London autoist appearing in a Hollywood court. The judge suspended a fine of five dollars for speeding while noting the London driving left side rule.
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Albina de Hotre, widow of a World War veteran, was found with all three children dead in her Chicago home. Police say she killed the children and herself, likely yesterday or Thursday, amid despondency over her husband's death and possible motive.
Almado Montal, 60, was found dead from a shotgun wound in brush near his Leon Springs home on Saturday afternoon. The weapon lay beside the body. Q Arreliano, who lives nearby, transported the body to San Antonio. Justice of the Peace Louis Bolin will hold an inquest.
Goldsborough a 10 year old youth is reported arriving in St Louis on Hope Street at 12 40 p m from Tulsa. The youngster had left Tulsa at 1 30 p m for Calumet Ohio the date shown the times approximate.
The office of Senator Johnson of California was entered in a night intrusion. A duplicate memorandum and personal files were disturbed, and the incident was reported to the district police superintendent rather than the capital police.
MAUMANTO Calif May 20 J J Freeman 40 a Sacramento County jail inmate attempted suicide by eating his spectacles in his cell Freeman was held on a parole violation and faced further charges as guards intervened to stop the act It was reported from the county jail where authorities said the incident occurred during the night medical staff treated him for minor injuries and he was placed under observation
A church vestibule incident reports an umbrella stolen and later recovered. The text also mentions a vague disturbance involving eight individuals and a threat of prosecution unless the umbrella is returned. The details are fragmentary and unclear due to OCR errors.
In Dallas on May 10 Gov. Dan Moody signed an order at Sherman at the request of local authorities and merchants seeking a renewal of disorders. The order, not to take effect for several days, directs the national guard to Sherman and to Colonel Lawrence McGees in charge.
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