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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1930
Page
3
In Washington on May 15, a Senate committee heard one American admiral praise the London naval treaty while another admiral contended for a reversal of United States policy. The exchange underscored a rift over postwar naval arms limits and U S commitments.
The untitled fragment notes a Rudolph Vale statue unveiling at Hullywend Park. Blake stands silent as sculptor Roger Llerntiagn is mentioned, though details are unclear and inconsistently transcribed.
The testimony discusses objections to new cruiser limits and the speed of ships, criticizing London treaty implementations and expressing alarm over potential arms races. Admiral Jones condemns unrestricted battleship limits and questions the United States position before the naval committee.
Col Francisco Y Aguile newly titled Mexican military attaché at Washington will visit Fort Sam Houston from June 10 to 15. The trip aims to formalize ties and observe training and facilities at the Texas post.
Letter from Will Nogers condemns the Army setback and coachable missteps at Bryerly Hills amid an outcry over the West Point lineup and the broader Republican era. The writer blasts private conduct and calls for accountability, suggesting the turmoil harms campus sports reputation and student morale.
The fragment discusses tensions in how the educational system contacts and coordinates with the United States Army service, highlighting conflicts around policy, access, and support for students in military-related programs.
Preliminary finance work and campaign plans unfold for a proposed Gulf and West Coast railroad connecting Corpus Christi and San Antonio. Committee reports $550000 target with $200000 new funding. construction aims by July 1 pending interstate commission approval. project leader Tuttle cites Corpus Christi port growth as cornerstone for regional development.
Fragmented OCR lists percent increases for many counties and towns, naming Kinney, Bismarck, Fort Bend, Oklahoman locations, and percentages from 1 to 68 percent. The table notes recall values, decreases, and net changes, indicating widespread fiscal shifts and property assessments in numerous locales.
Fearing magistrate issued a request for police to link to a missing girl last seen Wednesday morning in an urban area. Details from a nearby store indicate the girl has not been located since the incident.
A faded note describes San Antonio beauties in belted period dress marching in a winter prisoner ball drill. Leary Dukes is pictured as the central figure, holding a sword as captain of the lantern team, while all images are returned to the archives for the Owl Villages series.
Legion Post will hold a meeting Thursday at 738 by the gymnasium. Members of the post and auxiliary are urged to attend as business will be discussed and a director will preside.
Mexican order from President Ortiz Rubio forbids import of silver in any form into Mexico. Silver coin bullion ore and gain would be restricted for entry to the United States and other nations. Nogales traders warn of economic disruption and customs may require gold certificates. Violators face fines. authorities will curb coin exchanges in border trade.
May 1 CPI The first minority report of a committee of the deposed general conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church South was released. The committee, led by Forney Hutchinson of Oklahoma City, proposed extending terms for presiding elders and life tenure amid ongoing controversy within the conference.
A conference of farm realty specialists and members of the Texas Association of Real Estate Boards, planned for McAllen on Friday and Sunday, has been indefinitely postponed. Secretary of Realty, G L Shrrrans, sent word from Houston as storms sweep the state, delaying the convention in San Angels. The San Angels gathering and the later meeting in McAllen were postponed due to weather and unclear themes.
Dewi Wallan, former sales manager at Landle Reve Asphalt, died after a highway collision on Wednesday. Vesna Deamne, driving the car, and Mrs. Wiltons escaped with minor injuries. Sister Mrs Karnes suffered bruises as others, including We Watton and Mrs J W Willum, were reported involved.
A notice announces women’s gym classes starting Friday at 10 a.m. at Conpes Park. Macy Wits assists with registration and coordination at the ONY organization.
A new air line between San Antonio and Monterey began Thursday with a Tinea Aeris Central Mexicana flight from San Antonio to Monterey, arriving at 11. A return schedule to San Antonio departs Monterey at 12:30 and ends about 3:50 pm. The service, headquartered at Guuler airfield, will use pilots and staff including Major Knightprick and Major Lord for passenger transport.
A Lenslit benefit dance will be held in Karnes City to aid families and local residents harmed by a recent storm. The event will feature music by The Last American Legion, with Sarah Metnethy and Aburatlas among organizers.
Fragmented OCR mentions Dr J J Osborn Optometrist, eye glasses, vision, and glasses fitting. The readable text hints at eyewear services and vision improvement methods but is garbled.
A French recipe boosts Hellmanns Mayonnaise flavor as sliced tomatoes and lettuce are dressed with Fleumano brand mayonnaise. The ad touts a twice beaten hack batch for extra creaminess and promotes a jac tasting experience.
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