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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1930
Page
39
The piece critiques Hoover era tariffs, arguing they alienate the world and worsen U.S. agricultural burdens. It notes widespread international protest, inconsistent revisions, and claims tariffs fail to help farmers, foretelling political and social fallout both at home and abroad.
In 1930 the auto stock sector shows signs of recovery after a severe fall last autumn. February reports suggest motors are stabilizing with reduced losses and better margins due to lower production costs. Analysts note the industry remains below 1920 levels but expects gradual improvement as profits stabilize.
The passage discusses risks of disintegrating a two party system and how aggressive tariff moves could undermine confidence in government and provoke retaliatory actions. It argues the United States should not provoke hostility or boycotts abroad and emphasizes the need to boost foreign trade to aid employment and prosperity.
Mexico City May 10 Col Charles A Lindbergh sent a condolence message to the Mexican foreign office after the death of Pablo Sidar Mexico s Flying Colonel and his co pilot Captain Carlos Rotheen killed during a non stop attempt from Buenos Aires to Buenos Aires flight ended in tragedy with both men dying in the crash time and place identified by wired dispatches
Ninety persons were injured in Bengal when a police escort was stationed to protect a cross town liquor shipment. Forty seven treated at hospital, sixty four in critical condition.
Mayor Janes J. Walker arrived in New York from Bermuda and announced full recovery from his illness. He blamed overwork and excessive hurry and said he would take more time for sport and rest in coming days.
Los Angeles police intensified the search for Chicago gangster Fred Burke in connection with the St Valentine’s Day Massacre case. He was identified as a suspect in a February jewel robbery in Los Angeles last night.
A police chief wounded Monday night in a robbery attempt remained in serious but improving condition. Authorities reported the attack by armed assailants left one bystander dead and another officer injured, with investigation underway and officials urging care for the injured.
The directorate of the new bank set a definite interest rate for a reparations loan at 4 3-2 percent. A later session will fix terms remaining unreadable. The move aims to stabilize terms amid ongoing economic adjustments.
Guazayo Leon obtained permission of the war department for a projected flight to Spain. He will not fly via New York, planning Mexico City to Elavani then Bermuda and Madrid.
A band of pirates attacked three steamers near Kiana and looted vessels and crew. They escaped with 20600 dollars in specie and other valuables.
Washington May 15 Army orders posted today show General George C Barnhardt to command First Cavalry at Fort Bliss along with a slate of officers including Major Horace Slaughter at Fort Leavenworth and Captain Gordon C Moiner Jr among others. Remaining transfers include fort and station moves across Alaska Hawaii Oregon and Arkansas with several lieutenants reassigned and field staff noted.
Sherman residents vow to organize a local protective force to safeguard lives and property irrespective of color as martial law looms. Col. Lawrence E. McGee offers no lift date, while a committee drafts details. Rioting last Friday burned the Grayson county courthouse and injured guardsmen as mobs attacked a black man accused of assaulting a white woman. The military court of inquiry continues gathering evidence for federal grand juries.
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