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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 10, 1930

Page

22

Giant seaplane DOK completes leg to Calshot England

The German flying boat DOK, a giant seaplane, landed near Calshot after a four hour flight from Amsterdam marking the second leg of its trip to New York. It carried 17 crew and 24 passengers including Claude Dornier. Atmospheric visibility was good and preparations for the next leg to Waves France and Corunna Spain proceeded.

Calshot England Altennhem Switzerland New York Amsterdam North Sea Bornier Southampton Wight Ile Dave Dornier Air Ministry Handa William Forbes Semplll Germany Hern Englend Zuider Zee Aeen Vane Moon Amaterdom Claude Dornier Dtn Frau Dornier Colahot Waves France Corunna Spain Trasbon

Thames River Rise Causes Sudden Alarm in London

Thames River, swollen by Coole, reaches an unexpected high mark before dawn. Authorities issued no warnings and officials fear the river could spill its banks. residents prepare for possible flooding.

Thames River London Yast

Inmate Slashed in Fight at Bexar Jail

Joe Doyle, a county jail inmate, was wounded by a razor during a Monday altercation with another prisoner. He was rushed to Robert B. Green Hospital for treatment after the stabbing incident.

Bexar Joe Doyle Robert B. Green Hospital

Two Die in Berlin Anniversary Clashes

Two persons were killed and several others injured during clashes linked to the thirteenth anniversary of the German republic in Berlin on Sunday. Authorities reported the unrest coincided with the celebrations, with multiple arrests and property damage observed.

Berlin German Republic

Unclear Forecast Text From OCR Fragment

The readable parts describe mostly cloudy conditions for Monday night and Tuesday with highs around 10 degrees and lows near 81 degrees. Northward winds are likely and later mentions include Monday and Tuesday with northerly winds and possible mixed weather.

Antonie Mod Montly Maderatn Northerdy Tiast Teta Turstay Madore

Shoots Wife 48 in Calm Long Beach Slaying

In Long Beach California on November 10 George T. Cometoph calmly warned police he would act and later surrendered. Four bullets struck his wife who survived the attack while a gun was turned over to authorities. The incident occurred in a backyard setting with the suspect noting a party restraint as officers arrived.

Taivors Bervise Long Beach Calil George T. Cometoph Sonia

Defeated Judge Demands Inquiry Into Chicago Election

Chicago police reports from Tuesday's election face scrutiny after charges of fraud. Chief clerk Harrys Olkott requested the gate's attorney office investigate, calling the reports the most fraudulent Chicago seen in 50 years. Judge Olan, a defeated candidate for the municipal court, commented on the case.

Chicago Freud Seetiee Harrys Olkott Municipal Court Glafe Tas Olan

Diamond Gang Victim Slipping Toward Deterioration

Jack Legs Diamond, a well known figure, remained gravely ill at Welfare Island hospital as septic conditions worsened. Reports say his condition has fluctuated from tentative improvement to renewed danger, with high fever and declining recovery prospects.

New York Jack City Welfare Island

Helium Reservation Urged for U S Government Needs

Washington November 10 government urged reserving the existing helium field supply for public uses and developing private helium mines for supplying foreign demands as outlined by the American Chemical Society amid plans to allocate output.

Unitaar Washington, D. C Ama Aimperichu Chemical Society

Grade Crossing Deaths Decrease Across Seven Months

Washington reports the American Railway Association notes fewer grade crossing accidents in the first seven months of the year, down from 2011 to 2041, with deaths also reduced from 105 to a lower count, indicating an encouraging trend in railway safety.

Washington, D. C American Railay Association

Brazil to Crack Down on Reds in New Permeanent

Brazil’s government pledges harsh action against Communist agents and organizers involved in unrest. Commissioner Tapista Luzarde announced that all red operatives will be shot, signaling a decisive hard line against subversive activities.

Universal Brrele Khbr Janeiro Taptista Luzarde

Army Navy Yet to Resolve Obstetric Relations Dispute

A joint statement by Secretaries Ture Jey and Adams says the army and cats remain unable to settle their differences over resuming obstetric relations.

Army Navy Washington Ture Jey Adams Cats

Oklahoma Honors Statehood Leader in Tulsa Funeral

Funeral services are held in Tulsa for Cor Riri S McGuire the statehood leader who spearheaded Oklahoma’s path to statehood and the end of territorial status. The final honors reflect the man who led the campaign that created the state of Oklahoma.

Oklahoma Tulsa Okla Seevices

Former Lyon mayor Imdquard Tersiot sick in France

Former premier of France and longtime Lyon mayor Imdquard Tersiot is reported ill with an intestinal ailment in Lyon. The brief dispatch from Wy on November 10 notes his health condition as he undergoes treatment.

Guns Escort Connor Back Ten Jail

Mayor refuses to consider a city bond issue as school funding is backed by machine. The administration cites unemployment concerns and pledges support for a $1,750,000 school bond while delaying other city issues. A committee led by Jock Dett urged action, but the mayor delayed the bond while focusing on relief efforts.

Connor G. M Chambers Painters and Carpenters Moodns Chambers Jock Dett Painters’ Union Anl Miayor

Woman Lecturer for Peace Rescue From River Death Plunge

Misa Anrrie Wyckoff-Ormsbee a 7 year old lecturer for the National Council for Prevention of War was reported recovering in a Washington hospital after leaping 50 feet into the Potomac River from a bridge. A naval research employee named Willan J. Lush heard her screams and aided her rescue.

Universal Service Washington, D. C Misa Anrrie Wyckoff-Ormsbee National Council For Prevention of War Totomat Willan J. Lush Naval Research Tabornors

Classified Ads Shuffle Through

Want ads note six rom hose nene Commene andl Zarzainem streets. Large Tome on large Tol for 2000 dollars. Chorralnt item reduced from 575 to 389. Cafe in auto row offers new kitchen equipment. Four rooms with team and rent free month. Several other items of interest in today’s classifieds.

Zarzainem Auto Row Pecanalten

Former tailor of oats jailed in Jersey City

Howard M. Swavely, a 55 year old silversmith by trade, sits in a cell awaiting arraignment on murder and arson charges in the death of his wife Elizabeth to collect life insurance. Police say he confessed, though his wife died after fleeing a prior accusation in Philadelphia. Swavely has a history with a former wife and claims three marriages across Texas, Virginia, and Michigan.

Jerse City X.I Howard MW Swavely Sylveman Toliet Elizabeth Cone Fevaet Linnie Swavely Philadelphia Pennsylvania Ahe Sammvely

Amimiel Plane Sighting Near Honduras Flight Update

A near nonstop flight by Captain Amimiel from New York to Panama is nearing completion. At 4:30 a.m. BST a steamship sighted his plane off the northeast coast of Honduras about 1,700 miles from New York. He had flown 1 hour 25 minutes with over 500 miles remaining to Panama, expected around 2 p.m. East.

Nos We Ammil New York Pa Qanama Miami Auuuel Honduras Panna

Non-Residents Receive Over 3000 Tax Notices

More than 100 tax statements were sent to non resident property owners Monday morning in Berar County. County Tax Collector BR Neil Campbell announced that 3000 notices were mailed to owners outside the county who own property here.

Tne Neil Campbell Reniel

Standard Oil Stock Drops Below 50 on Exchange

New Jersey Standard Oil common stock fell below 50 on the New York Stock Exchange as traders sold 100,000 shares. The stock traded as low as 49.82, marking the first time it dipped under the 50 level after the aggressive bid stalled the decline.

Standard Oil Stock Exchange New York New York Stock Exchange Sparazo

Smith Heads N Y Jobless Relief

Alfred F. Smith has been named to direct the unification of unemployment relief efforts in New York City. The appointment aims to coordinate relief actions across agencies and assist unemployed residents during the ongoing economic hardship.

Fight Opens On Filling Station Dispute at Broadway

Witnesses testified Monday in a case where Hart McGloud seeks to stop Grover C. Gain from operating a filling station at Broadway and Eleanor Street. McCloud says the station endangers his children and lowers his home value while the defense argues the building restrictions are waived by prior violations. Judge W. S. Anleston presides. no jury.

Hart McGloud Grover C. Gain Broadway Eleanor Street McCloin Puntos Clem Smith Flrstriet Ji. G. A. Lorre Cain McClounl’a Fortes

Women’s Clubs Convene in Houston for State Session

Houston reports show the exclusive board of the State Federation of Women’s Clubs convening here for the annual session on the morrow. Committees and district presidents will discuss reports and conduct club business.

Houston State Federation of Women’s Clubs Tomimally

Soap Firm Chief Taken by Death

Sydney M. Colgate, airman and leader in Colgate Palmolive Weck firms of Orange and Chicago, died suddenly today at his home. The passing removes a veteran executive who helped steer the soap company through wartime and postwar years.

Orangh X.Y WINS Sydney M. Colgate Colgate- Palmolive-Weck Company Orange N.S Chicago Bia

Advertisers Meet to Discuss Jobless Cooperation

Washington November 10 The Association of National Advertisers held a convention focusing on cooperation with the administration's employment program as a leading topic for discussion.

Washington, D. C Association of National Advertisers

Two Morgue Jobs Go Begging in New York

New York November 14 two stenographer positions at the city morgue run unfilled. Dr Charles Norris chief medical examiner had advertised months ago for two stenographers but the posts remain open. Pay is only ten dollars yearly and the job entails handling notes during autopsies, drawing objections from the doctor.

New York York City Charles Norris Norris Onshing

Amateur Sailors Escape Death in 30 Foot Steel Boat

Three amateur mariners were rescued at Pleasant Point after their 30 foot steel motorboat broke down in a gale while attempting to sail from Cape Savvis to Hamburg. Master Joseph Leppich and crew August Kubastco and Christina Bralo suffered minor injuries and exposure when the craft was driven ashore.

Halifax N. C. New. Nl Pleasant Point Atlantic Cape Savvis Joseph Leppich August Kubastco Christina Bralo Exyuduro Hamburg

Sunshine Ends Rain Spell Ahead of Armistice Day

San Antonio forecast expects reduced clouds and sun as a rain spell ends. After several days of persistent showers delivering about 0.72 inches by Monday morning, temperatures rise with a low near 4 degrees Monday night and a high around 70 degrees Tuesday, per J. H. Jardon of the weather bureau.

San Antonians J. H. Jardon The Weather Bureau

Pope Grants Audience to Gibson's Wife in Rome

In Rome, Pope Ting granted an audience to Mrs. Blugh S. Tubson, wife of the American ambassador to Thelghum. The couple had met years ago when the American minister to Poland, then serving as papal nuncio, spoke with the pope. The Pope conveyed a message of warm friendship to her husband and imparted a benediction.

Walican City Nove Pope Ting Blugh S.tubson Thelghum Gibson Poland Pone Tle

Oil Body Urged to Adjust Supply

The Oil Body urged to adjust supply as the seventh annual meeting of the American Petroleum Institute opened. The call targeted curtailment across a percentage basin to match dust supply with demand, affecting all Exxon stations and gasoline operations.

Chilago. Novacer Alasrican Petroleum Institute Lxonreos

Ill Attorney Seizures Delay in Gaol

A damaged report describes guards with shotguns surrounding the courtroom as J B Connor, charged with extortion and robbery, faces delay in his trial. Sheriff Newton requests triple protection after threats, while outside the jail deputies and officers monitor the scene. The case stalls until Wednesday with 150 men sworn as a venire. District Attorney Traian leads prosecutions with state witnesses and detectives named.

Mos J. B. Connor Ales Soha Subira Jim Dwrer Joe Dominguez Sheriff's Office Alfonso Newton Jr Owen W. Kilday Subira Oklahoma Venire Conner R. W. Morrison Ranl King Clarence Saunters West Summit Avenue Mar. A St. Clnie Suanager Munmen Walter Traian Sr. Chir Mra J. A. Devitt Weer Agarite Avenue Tartar Hell Cherry Leonard A. W. Lee Vonnot Bt Hohn Abilene FJ Strate Aarti Myce Wues Cidaing Jim Telilips Coleman, HI Childrean Maing Star J. J. Sears Coleman Will Wright Doc M Wartwig J. He Hil Sea Anton

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