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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 28, 1930

Page

3

Graf Zeppelin Sets Air Mail Postage Record

Recife Brazil May 27 The Graf Zeppelin broke all air mail postage records with its ocean crossing mail cargo. Indications point to a total postage sum surpassing any ocean mail liner’s record, as the airship eyes Lakehurst for a home port, Friedrichshafen.

Lady Drummond Amerie Fogland Ireland Foreanctien Ia Bpeelat Recife Pernambuco Brazil Graf Zeppelin Brosen Grat Lakehurst No. 1 Friedrichshnfen

Graf Zeppelins Transatlantic Mail Flight Stamp Boom

The Graf Zeppelin crosses the Atlantic carrying nearly a ton of mail for South America and North America. Brazil issues three denomination stamps to honor the Europe to Brazil passenger and mail flight, with special U S imprint. Stamp collectors flood cancellations from Zeppelin agents as Lakehurst awaits a cargo of American mail and commemorative stamps from the U S post department.

Atlantic South Teri Gata North America South America Graf Lake’ Uuril Europe Brazil United States Ihe Graf Hhere

Life Insurance in Texas Shows Big Gain During Year

A Texas report by the State Insurance Commission shows a $31,949,081 rise in life insurance in force for 37 companies in 1920 compared with 1919. Total in force reached about 21,568,434,235, with Gulf State Life Insurance of Dallas posting the largest gain at 30 percent.

Texas Acstin Weilces Terux Life State Insurance Commission Thhe Gulf State Life!nsurance Company of Dallas

How to Stop Skin Itching In 2 Minutes Ad

An advertised skin remedy named Testerine promises quick relief from eruptions pimples steth tetter ringworm eczema and itching. The product is described as pleasant scented with antiseptic and soothing effects and is sold through druggists or mail order with postpaid delivery options.

Pries Sucomiah

Wonderful For Indigestion Remedy Ad Claims

An advertorial snippet touts a stomach aid promising relief from indigestion and upset stomach after meals. It mentions a product with ingredients like peach and macassar seed, claims safe relief and quick operation, and notes daily use with a guarantee.

Malik Ashe Fie

Graf Zeppelin Flight Delayed by Tropical Heat

Recife dispatch reports Graf Zeppelin’s planned departure for a long oceanic flight from Friedrichshafen to New York and Havana. refueling and refi gassing in tropical heat slow, airship may depart if weather allows. Governor Coimbra welcomed Eckener aboard as passengers discussed routes to Havana and beyond.

Karl H. von Wiegand King Erature Syndicate Canada Mexico Japan America Eveland Ireland King Fear New York Hurt Woods Havana Lakeburnt Heg Rosage Friedrichshafen Seville Cape Verde Recife Lokelurst Grimac Fevener Lin Offivers Lehmann Flemming Vonachiller Prince Alfonso Estacio Coimbra Ternambuco Ebener Coimbra Graf Caytanns Tehmann Breming von Schillec Europe South America Carneiro France Alfonso Drummond Hay Col Emilio Herrera Wronaky Lufthansa Fontenelle Hirh Hos Pitelity Paasen- Keres Anil Nore Accus Tomer Haa Courie United States

Non-Protection of Workmen Costa Contractor Fine

A court case cites failure to provide proper protection for workers on a building site. W C Drennas, superintendent of construction, faces a $60 fine for alleged violations of Iowa law requiring guarding of openings and falling-object prevention. The case names contractors and agents, detailing charges and court actions.

W. C. Drennas Jundee John F. Gnion Luenday Ranon Lowa

Piggott and Singer Highlight Antonia Opera Debut

Fragmentary text notes Piggott and Singer in Antonia for Opera work. Details unclear but references a Washington company and a San Antonio engagement.

Charge Brothers in Theft Case Read Wrongly

The brothers are charged with burgling and theft in the murder case filed in the office of the mayor. They allegedly had trouble with weapons from a northern field. An arrest was made near North Flares.

Naval chiefs disapprove treaty amid hearings in Washington

Senate foreign relations and naval committees hear opposition to the Washington arms pact. Admirals Robison and Countz argue the six inch gun cruiser provision and Pacific base concessions weaken U S defense, favoring no clear gains for national security.

Washington D. C Senate Robison Naval Academy Foreign Relations Committee United States Admiral St Countz Naval Committee Pacific

Power Go Holds Its Yearly Outing at Landa Park

Two hundred employees of Central Power Light and their families attended the annual picnic at Landa Park New Llansheta Wednesday. Carson, director of public relations, oversaw general arrangements and Bill Hill led recreation.

Power Go Central Power Light Company Landapark New Llaunfela Carson di Maetment Bill Hill

Skinny to Slim: 11 Lbs in 8 Weeks with a Boyfriend

Advertisement claims a tonic combination of Maltose and iron builds weight fast. It promises rapid changes from pale, hollow features to rosy skin, improved digestion, sleep, and energy. Measurements focus on 5 to 10 pound gains and two tonics in one, urging readers to buy Novized Yenst from a druggist with a money back guarantee.

Walter

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