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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 24, 1930

Page

21

Police Arrest Polack Annie for Murder in Dark Gang Tale

Police arrest Polack Annie, called "The Edgewater Kid" by underworld figures, in a mob story detailing a Bennett gang murder. The tale mentions Kinky Hing, Goldie Foro, and The Devil's Hell as places and players, with threats and payoffs tied to gang warfare and a fatal shooting.

Edgewater Fotack Annie Underworld Ada Ane Goldié Foro Chicare Hid Galdle Benchoren Gorlo

Mayor and Chief Plot a Shameless Gangland Sting

In a rambling Western World metropolis office, the mayor and police chief scheme a sensational setup to corner a gang leader. They discuss faking a murder to incite the army into action, weighing who could be sacrificed for political gain. The dialogue reveals a corrupt web of precinct captains ward leaders and city power brokers.

Polics Reil Agate Es Ponte Goldie Ienators Ian Leasorn Okas Goldie Jn City Leo Atal

Skippy the Grator Tackles Street Turmoil on Spot

A chaotic street scene unfolds as local factions discuss Skippy the Grator and a plan to “put him on the spot” amid threats, protection money and competing groups. Authorities are urged to act as tensions rise and a navy ball game and political roles loom in the mixed narrative.

Skippy

Junior Yanks Plan November Carnival

The duolaz Yanks announce a November carnival to raise about 420 dollars for Noble Roberta come monitor. The event runs November 6 7 and Boal Clone tlh with a parade downtown and equipment donations from Che Alamo Carnival.

Duolaz Yanks Boal Noble Roberta Come Monitor Yanks Che Alamo Youstine Cacnisal Roberts Sai

Cadet promotions at Main Avenue High School announced

Joe McMoney haw brew appointed major of the Main Avenue High cadet battalion by Capt. John I Him. Commissions announced at Thursday afternoon. Appointees include Captain Carl Wha ten Reddy Schmitz William Sande bern Louis Kunkel Alonzo Cook. First lieutenants Jack Dahlberg Calvin Starnes Tron Madilos Sodin Dunning Charis lerero Arthur Barbeck Arnold Parrett James Nipper. Second lieutenants Rusleigh Guer rero Carl Gindwin Carson AM Singr William H. Konpert George Whal hammer William Young Marvin James Earnest Barrell Joseph Roof Halwin Case. First sergeants Hop Werrera Fletcher Rabb James Shaw Tuek Neal Reubex Jorper. Sergeants Bergeamls Bete Garcia Vincents Carbo Dal Ticker Gomes Lafrade Robert St. Nixon Earnest Peal Pablo Carranza Nes Ward John TR Tatlen George T. Ticks Tae 2 Lowery John Morhayeh Wor Barber William Warwick A C Stein Claude Gravee Lawrence Krotier James DB Mell Kenny Cdevin Hovel Leobard Earnett William A. Jeonioxs Edward Kilian John Newton Willard Heath Robert Skiles Jack Worthington. Corporals doman Archie McFarland Treadanay Brogden William Hall Anyom Holland Gerald Gorl James Orisler Herbert Unterweeyer Taw Saunders Reginald Rolan John Drauback David leed Lester Marshall Mas Secrera Tony A Kexave Clay Packet James N Mayes. All promoted to start positions are passing in their academic subjects Captain Yilanti. Promotions approved by T. Guy Hogers, principal. Additional promotions Thursday include Edward Pinckle Arlen Surtees Jor] Martinez Marvin Henry John B Mankins.

Joe McMoney Haw Brew

Cub Scout Unit to Hold Ceremony

The newly formed Cub Scout unit under the Alamo Area council will dramatize its first stay program at the monthly Boy Scout court of honor. The unit organized at Alamo Heights School Thursday will be sponsored by the Alamo Heights Parent-Teacher Association with Carl A. Organ as executive.

Alamo Area Council Boy Scout Court of Honor Alnino Heights Alamo Ueights Kitchaya N- Va Roquesta Nesisinnta Stouts Tower

Man Hit by Garbage Trailer in City Streets

Fragmentary report states a man named Longoria 1312 Burleson was run over by a garbage trailer on Wyoming Street Friday. He was taken to Mobere Green hospital in serious condition with injuries described as grave.

And I Remember When by J L Justy

A fragmented reminiscence describes a past chase at high speed, a blue officer, a dog encounter, and a driver returning to headquaters after an alley incident. Readable parts reference a car crash, a bicycle or motorcycle, and an escape that ends with pursuing police records.

J. L. Justy Blue Len Dewry Place Scina

Negro Missionary Meeting Reviews Finance Support

The Negro Missionary Convention in session at the library auditorium tackles long term financial support for education. Dr KR Prince of Fort Worth urges year round giving rather than costly rallies. Dr J W Burse of Kansas City and Dr UW Allen Cord of Nashville arrive to lead afternoon sessions and speak Friday.

KR. Prince Fort Worth J. W. Burse Kansay City Missouri National Baptist Convention Uwenrs Allen Cord Nashville Tennessee National Esprint Publishing Board San Antonio

Public Invited to Halloween Party of Girl Reserves

Public invited to visit the Shawber of horrors fish pond and fortune teller as part of a Halloween event by Girl Reserves at five high schools in VW A. at Sp om Bale ntday for the benefit of their conference fund Mrs. Mary Ontoria in charge of the party for members of Main Track pr inde and Waclandle to Edison high schools. Dent will line the T. W. & A. auditorium. Abundance prizes and best costume prizes. Entertainment includes Epaminander a pup for bow and a toy orchestra provide music.

Fish Pond Fortune Teller Sp. Om Balentday Mary Ontoria Oil 3Iain Track Pridse Alaino Waclandle Edison High Dent

Woman Hospitalized After Severe Yawn At Home

Mrs Asencion dy Merrere, 58, of 1802 San Fernando street, was rushed to Robert Green hospital Thursday night after an unusually wide yawn. Doctors reset her jaw after 20 minutes of effort as it had been thrown out of joint.

Asencion Dy Merrere San Fernando Street Robert Green Hospital

Mother Fights Off Attack by Prowler in Home

Fragmented report describes a woman named Mire Mary Varga defending her infant from a large intruder in her East Ceock home. The prowler fled through a window as police investigate. Sister Frances Vega and local officers coordinate the inquiry. threat prompts security concerns for residents.

Prize Chihuahua and St Mary's Face Saturday Grid

A Saturday afternoon game features the Prize Chihuahua team with bands and trimmings while St Mary's prepares with a brisk training week. Hattlers watchers recall recent sessions and Irvin calls off practice due to weather to adjust preparations. Officials listed include Maxey Flori as umpire Gene Seng and Bend Linesman Miley with a field judge.

St. Mary's Irvin Maxey Flori Sofeyee Musirr Lantis Gene Seng Bend Ght Miley

Moving of Two Fire Houses Presents Problem

Fire and Police Commissioner Paul Wright discusses moving two city fire stations to new sites. Bids due November 17 for Station 38 in Unotlandaye and Station 20 in Torcell Hills. Moving uses trackage and flet-topped tires to lift brick buildings, avoiding shocks. stations to relocate within city limits to allow current operations.

Collee Pail Wright Amite Unotlandeye Torcell Hills Warlune Trocka Asid Fnunderlin Besa Harlendale South Flores Street Nori Side Broadway New Braunfels Arenucy

Highland pupils thank street department for playground upgrade

Jamey Flaneers from Highland Part school write to Street Commissioner Paul E Teffler praising the street department. The playground was cleared of rocks last week, allowing children to play football and other activities with improved safety and space.

Steffler Highland Highland Part Paul EL @teffler Jamey Flaneners

Classifications Hint Renters Use Local Ads Quickly

Scan rental columns in Light Classified Ads and read classifications 102 to 115 to find vacant property safely and efficiently. This quick guide helps locate suitable rentals within minutes by focusing on listings flagged as available.

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