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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1930
Page
3
San Marcos Texas October 25 1920 college row over upperclassmen and freshmen at San Marcos Teachers College escalates. A group of upperclassmen beat a freshman group amid campus disorder and police calls but authorities hesitate to intervene.
Fragmented court record notes damages sought by multiple plaintiffs against various defendants in diverse civil actions. Mentions include the Fort Worth area district court, injunctions, tax cases, theft charges, and a grand jury. The text references multiple names and case topics but remains largely garbled.
Morris, a suspended county judge, faced embezzlement and misapplication charges in a complaint filed by Ranger Sergeant Wheatley before Justice Darby. He was temporarily removed from office following recent misconduct in office.
New York reports that stock promoter Charleau Hal dropped from eight in Chicano and sold his entire interest in the International Chromium Corporation for 108000 dollars. The sale disclosed today details of the promoter's numerous ventures.
Cant Dieudonne Coste and Maurice Bellonte land the "2" plane at Le Bourget France after a long flight from Havre. A large crowd gathers to greet them as they arrive following their Atlantic crossing attempt.
Captain Parks Van Tasgel, famed parachute jumper in the early seventies, died of heart disease at age 78. He survived a perilous era of stunt dives and earned a place in aviation daredevil lore.
Soviet government retaliates against Belgium by altering grain shipments in response to new anti dumping measures. The voyage previously bound for Antwerp is redirected to Rotterdam, reflecting increased political friction between Brussels and Moscow.
Noting public interest in athletic sport, Coolidge argues football should remain amateur to promote wholesome development. He stresses mental and physical growth must be balanced, games should foster effort and skill, not merely the outcome, and training should benefit all college students.
Constance Bennett has signed to star in a new Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer picture titled The Fastest Way. The project, with Jack Conway directing, would pair Bennett with leading men including Robert Montgomery and Loretta Young as the male lead while other top names are linked to the project.
A large crowd gathered at Mexia Airport for the dedication of Easterwood Airfield in honor of Lt. Jesse Easterwood Tasterwood, a World War I casualty in the Army Air Service who died in Panama. Local officials and mourners attended the ceremony recognizing his service and record.
Pised near Palmer Man Pounce victim Corporal in a Texas county, Oct. 25, found dead on his father’s porch after a pistol shot. Justice Gy Spence ruled death self-inflicted, placing the case as an apparent suicide.
Bodies of 216 victims of Tuy day's catastrophe were buried today as the town observed a period of mourning and business closures. Coffins were lowered into four parallel trenches, with Protestant and Catholic clergymen conducting services. The cemetery was too small to hold all the remains, and fifty coffins had no nameplates for identification.
Ministers from Harlingen and Dell City cross the Rio Grande to Matamoros for a big dinner and to show they can go without drinking. Rev. L Batcholar and Rev. Charles Dixon address the crowd warning of dangers from crossing the river and the consequences of vice.
Frettag Funeral Services Sunday for Paul C L Freitag 48 whose service at 3 p m at the nore 1851 Ens Commerce street will be conducted by Rev B A Neumeister of Highland Park Lutheran church. Freitag a native of Lesay lived 19 years in San Antonio. He belonged to the Order of Hermann Sons. Survived by widow Mrs Diesn K Freitag two daughters Mrs Honatind Leek and Miss Newka Freitas a son, father Albert Freitag of Fren we brothers Vicharl Freitag of Seguin and Alfred Freitas of Nee Uraanfela a sister Mrs Olka Zunker of Seguin.
Princess Margaret Rose, infant daughter of the Duke and Duchess of York, will be christened in November at Canterbury by the Archbishop, in a private ceremony at Buckingham Palace, as reported from Jondon.
A fragmented report notes an aviatrix arriving in India from London this evening. The text mentions Victor Struce and a disruption linked to an accident, with unclear details about the voyage or destination.
Former Secretary of the Treasury William Gibbs McAdoo started a transatlantic return journey from Europe to Newark, flying from an Italian or European stopover to the United States. The dispatch notes his departure date and travel origin, indicating continued international travel after a period abroad.
Mrs G A Goad won an Atwater Kent contest and moved to town Sue Antoni will sing at First Sunday work Mr and Mrs Whery Bil Io t have moved to Houston to work for Sears Roebuck Co Greetings from Mrs Alice Smith in Tyler The Alamethan cabs of Worst Baptist church plan their annual banquet November 1 at the Broadway Grave Maze Walker leads with Dr I Gates as principal speaker Mrs Richant Johnson spending month with daughter in Houston Mrs J H M Jenkins returns from Colibus Mo to San Antonio Mr and Mrs W H Cochlen celebrated choir function Monday at St Anthony hotel Paul McSween manager of the Gunter hotel at Galveston over weekend Maj Almer B Darnect arrives for active duty at Fort Sam Houston Paul maker Jef is en route for a Sunday visit in dcaite another line reads Ty Unpe of San Antonio taking Westinghouse Lighting correspondence course with rich honors The clinical conference speakers include H C Coburn at Fort Sam Houston Officer Assembly Hall 71st p m Montag Mrs FP Leben spent week in Houston Lillian Erpin visiting Mrs Lee Vollmer 2801 Turna Visa street Philathon class First Baptist hosting a talowr en party at Mrs T J Williams 11 North Pine Street
Los Angeles October 25. Robert M. Herguson an official of a chemical company was jailed in lieu of bond after being accused of marrying twice without a formal divorce. He faces possible further inquiry by authorities.
Barrie named chancellor of Edinburgh University following late Lord Balfour. James M. Derrie, alma mater figure, assumed role in formal ceremonies amid university events in Edinburgh.
Police blotter notes several thefts blamed on cold nights. Residents report prowlers entering homes through windows and stealing money, a typewriter, a rocking chair, and other small items. Victims include Mire Austin Mingaton, J T Fulcher, W A Smith, Mrs. T A Woesl, Mrs. Wot. McFarland, and N Converse, with incidents occurring Friday night and at various addresses on McKinley and Mason streets.
Two columns of troops mobilize to assist flood victims in Monde at Tucsier area. Tampico and Puxpara units deliver supplies including Alamo with military shelter and equipment. Initial reports claim hundreds drowned, but city officials say figures may be exaggerated.
Saturday events at the International Exposition include a five event horse race and a chuck wagon roping display by Old Trail Drivers. Veteran riders over 11 prep to present skills while rodeo shows run Friday night through Sunday afternoon with fireworks and historical fire displays. Notable results include Arch Schuchart winning cal roping in 17 3-5 seconds and Goilit Fastest in the doging event.
Washington dispatch lists unfamiliar army moves and assignments across Forts McPherson Fort Lewis Fort Warne and other posts. Officers including First Lieutenants Stanley N Partridge and Richard B Babbs are noted with transfers to the Philippines and China while others move to Havaton Madison and Haswall.
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