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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1930
Page
3
Fragmented OCR text describes a golf setting with named players Cerra Sotfers F Aayrond Mates and a tense shot sequence. It references four South and stationed attention with three members per focus and a fussy member taking a putt.
The Graf Zeppelin battled fierce northwesterly winds and a tropical squall across the North Atlantic from Cape Henry toward Lakehurst. Captain Eckener and crew reported maintaining speed and a near record, inching toward New York with turbulent skies and heavy rain as passengers watched the weather and progress aboard.
Jacob Rubboin, park commissioner, received congratulations Saturday after a baby girl was born during the night at the Santa Roan Infirmary. The event marks a joyful occasion for the Rubiola family as they welcome a new member.
Beverly Hills observers recall a calm, organized gathering with veterans and youth marching, speeches about unity and democracy, and gratitude for supporters. The event featured free room, food, and a sense of anticipation for future efforts, while some spoke about repeating past promises.
Gust Watson and four other inmates, recently convicted in a St Anthony hotel holdup, were moved Saturday to the state penitentiary at Huntsville from Bexar County Jail. Watson faces five to thirty five years, sentenced last week by Judge W W McCrory in Ninety Fourth District Court. Also jailed are Joan Rich ten years, Orville Morrow two years, Feather Bayley two years, and Jonny Reno three years, all on forgery and passing charges.
At a Del Rio three day Elks convention in Texas, John N. Gerace described his Texas division proposal as merely talk, while others debated dividing the state into five. An El Pasoan rejected surrender of San Antonio and Houston, amid applause for officers dearmored during a ceremony.
Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon for Pred F. Brown, 50, of S10 East Astry Place, found dead with a bullet wound below the heart. Justice John F. Onion ruled death a suicide amid testimony. Brown, once a commissional engineer, is survived by his widow Opal Brown and a son Pred Brown.
Dallas raids by federal prohibition agents under George A Brammons deputy commissioner of Enforcement produced about 100 arrests and more than 60 gallon of liquor seized. The sweep covered business and residential districts with agents from Southwest stations. Brammons directed operations from Fort Worth. By late night 76 complaints were filed.
Capt. William El. Bithee, a 43 year old war veteran and air and corner commander, departs May 31. The ailing veteran expresses vague memorial ideas while flowers flow over a cemetery and scattered tests mark engraved stones.
The Zeppelin voyage headed to Havana but changed route due to fuel and weather concerns. Passengers from Spain and South America express disappointment at missing Havana, while crew report high alert and the long journey from Porto Rico toward New Jersey continues at up to 68 miles per hour.
A rough, fragmented account describes Nagy shipping cars of corn, a Czechoslovakia note, and a Texas fruit shipment. It mentions local organizers TLA Sackville presidency, John Keal’s unexpected inheritance, and regional civic events, including Crail Drivers and pioneer association meetings, with references to May shipments and rural life anecdotes.
Santa Monica Calif May 31 A capsizing of the fishing boat Aviera during a Memorial Day crowd led to estimates of up to ten deaths. Three bodies one man one boy and a woman were recovered. Authorities disagree on total lost with counts ranging from 49 to 80 missing or unaccounted. Survivors were treated and released. some only wet, others faint or unconscious.
The census reports indicate notable changes in population figures, with Calhoun, McCulinch, and neighboring counties showing varying growth. The data highlights increased employment prospects and demographic shifts, reflecting broader economic patterns across the region.
A man named Phil Pilarcash fled after a confrontation with two Black men who followed him from a theater and into a Monumental Place cemetery. In the graveyard they relieved him of wallet and watch, costing him $11 and 4.
The San Antonio Clearing House member banks announce a June holiday observance for Jefferson Davis birthday. Banks including City Content Bank, Test Co, Alamo National Bank, Sullivan & Co, Nations Bank, Commercial National Bank, Commonwealth Bank & Trust Co, Frost National Bank, and others will observe the legal holiday and close operations as listed.
T. J. Carter, 70, of Am Tot Wells boulevard, was injured when his automobile collided Friday night near Dhysicinny and Sur rons Insplint Spy after a two-vehicle crash. Carter was the sole passenger in his car.
A chaotic Vatican crowded with onlookers marks Pope Francis birthday amid loud celebrations and security briefings. Officials note the pontiff remains in good health as clerics bless crowds and parade routes in the capital.
Police will not charge the man they believe attacked Flint at the Morte Site alley, even if a suspect or body were found. They may file a charge of carrying concealed weapons as Hunt, who denies involvement, is alleged to carry a pistol and a shotgun in his clothing and golf bag.
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