21 May 1930
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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1930
Page
1
A fragmented newspaper snippet covers aviation advances and reactions to the era’s politics. It mentions St Louis celebrating Lindbergh’s legacy, hypothetical airship routes, President Hoover’s warship stance, and British Palestine immigration debates. References to Mussolini, France’s submarine buildup, and Prohibition policy surface alongside varied notes from radio to language ideas and Dominican elections with U.S. influence.
May 21 in Medton Mowbhat England Hilera joins the Cottesmore hounds as they pursue a fox. The fox doubled back and outpaced the pack over several miles before the chase ended with the animal calling off the hounds.
Washington May 11 news reports Hanford MacNider has been elected by President Hoover as minister to Canada. The appointment places MacNider in a high diplomatic role amid ongoing Canada-U.S. relations discussions at the executive level.
At the general conference in Dallas May 71, Dr A Frank Smith of Houston won the third bishop seat on the penultimate ballot. Names mentioned include Dr Smith, Dr LL Ellis of Louisville, and others from Texas and Virginia. The report notes Smith as youngest among recent appointees and details his background, education, and prior pastorates.
A new locomotive with a rear compartment for the engineer, fitted with an hod and electric fan, appeared on the New York Central railroad. Built for the Timken Roller Bearing Company at about $160,000, it aims to reduce wheel bearing stress from heavy use. After testing on the Central, it will be sent to another line.
Babe Ruth hit his seventh and eighth homers of the season in a double header against the Athletics, with his first homer launching a lead and clearing the right field wall. Earnshaw pitched for Philadelphia, and Ruth connected for a towering shot that cleared two-story houses along Twenty Street.
Mexico’s government plans to press the United States on immigration policy. Foreign Minister Genary strata w announced Mexico has instructed ambassador Tel- Jen to take up the matter immediately. The Morris bill, already passed by the American Senate, has provoked strong protests in Mexican press.
May 21 1941 Plymouth report states the Dutch woman thaw aboard the Le De Franco remains aboard the ship anchored at Plymouth harbor. She says Tourver has no intention of landing there and that she plans to move on to Sungerland for a mountain excursion.
Forecast shows chilly Wednesday with low near 10 degrees and the day turning warmer Thursday. Winds shift northeast to east with moderate to fresh strength. Thursday brings calmer dry conditions and generally fair weather across the region.
Objections to the London naval treaty were presented before two Senate committees led by Teasdale, Chase, and Drinple. Testimony focused on cruiser clauses and the shift away from the projected American battleship program. Pringle defended positions while Reed pressed for details on consultation with the delegation and prior conferences.
UPI reports in UHIGAGD May 81 that Ralhten Crofton of the Chicago Civic Opera ballet will be presented at the Court of St James. Dancer aunt Tandy Crofton will join an American group as Mike Crottun, living in England, marked her first appearance with Hallet Saal senior and is planned to return in October.
Fragmented want ads list a custom-built Ikeo Sport Sway for $1000 and a furnished apartment near South Desa for $22.50. Also mentions a smart canned solitaire ring at Classification 12 and male Rio Grande Valley land for $65. Numerous other details appear in light classification notes.
In Chicago on May 21 James J Annee restaurant owner sought damages after a cook reportedly caused an egg to bounce off his head. The court heard the claim and found for the defense. Cook Jobe Adams paid 10 dollars and costs.
Fire Captain A T Gobthard and Chauffeur W L Leiasner of Company No 4 were blamed after a firetruck crash that killed one. Fire Chief Sarran said both were in the wrong for not following the correct route. Fire and Police Commissioner Wright disputed blame on the drivers. Wright noted No 4 violated routing rules and the left side of a parked streetcar was struck. Fireman L A Johnson, 87, died from injuries sustained in the crash at West Commerce and Main, while others were injured. The incident occurred around 11:10 a m Tuesday, with a continuation on page 2.
International News Service reports the Graf Zed, a five motor dirigible, sailing 1400 miles off Cadiz toward the Cape Verde Islands. The ship held steady at about seventy-two knots with four engines active, offering smooth seas and bright skies to passengers on the near calm Atlantic crossing.
In the ninety fourth District Court AVhnson testified in his own defense in the murder attempt case against his wife Mrs Detua Johnsor. He claimed an accidental shooting occurred during a confrontation with Clarence Lloyd and others as he tried to leave a room after Lloyd advanced toward him. His daughter Flora Johnson testified that her father had threatened the family around Christmas and named neighbors present.
San Antonio officials announced a 254 502 count with incomplete enumeration. Five day extension allowed for uncounted residents under federal rules. Final reports to Washington expected after May 20, with San Antonio likely ranking behind Houston in Texas population.
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