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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1930
Page
1
A composite digest reports unsettled employment relief ideas from the presidency with civil service suspensions before Christmas, plus a deadly incident involving a seaborne attack and a royal wedding at Assisi between King Hort a of Hungary and Princess Giovanna. The item weaves through global carnage, labor surplus, a Kaiser nostalgic reflection, and early air travel milestones as Meador aims to cut coast to coast time.
A reader notes a scenic hill country retreat around San Antonio for a weekend visit. The piece hints at restful surroundings and a break from routine, with emphasis on a peaceful retreat and quick travel from town.
Late recount in Bexarraing, Moore, Onion and Burke races narrows margins. Bougti margin changes from precincts show Onion leading Huntress by 192, Moore trailing by 17, with 4 boxes counted now and 25 more to go. Night sessions, challenged ballots, and irregularities at precinct No. 79 cited as officials test witnesses and rulings await judge Beederlole Stevenn in the Ragenty lbird District Court.
Lindy, amid a throng of officials, defied his rule and signed autographs for eight crippled boys with steel braces and crutches. He moved through the crowd to the air field, offering encouragement as the children reached out for mementos.
In Ban Angelo, Teton, Randall Duard Fella four and Billy Falls seven or eight perished in a blaze that consumed a two room frame house as neighbors and the frantic mother tried to reach them. A gunshot blast marked the first alert. the roof collapsed before aid could arrive. The origin of the fire is undetermined.
Edward Canwels, 21, matched the world husking record with a 17.72 bushel haul in the Henry Emity Lunkers contest at New Cambridge this afternoon, underscoring a standout performance by the new corn husking champion.
A Kansas City report notes a large family of 25 traveling with no funds seeks city assistance for transportation to work sites south of town. Local officials hope the family can obtain employment and support.
Florence Colling Porter a nationally known Republican activist lies critically ill at her South Pasadena home after a severe heart attack. The 60 year old figure remains hospitalized with varying prospects.
The United States reports higher shipments of service appliances and original equipment during 10:4, according to the department of commerce.
Berlin commuters on the urban railroad street car and underground lines forget objects turned in by an employer and the offices. The missing items were recovered as investigations proceed.
Prohibition agents raided twenty illicit drinking dens in New York seizing twenty two men and liquor. Disguised as hoboes, agents bought alcohol and observed drunken scenes, staggering patrons, with 4000 to 5000 men believed to have been affected. Those seized were held on bail ranging from 40 to 1500 dollars awaiting hearings on November 6.
San Angelo is reported to have a fatal auto accident tonight killing a local girl. The teen died at a city hospital after being struck by a vehicle driven by Robert Taylor, 19. Her injuries included a broken leg. witnesses said the impact was unavoidable.
The Washington high sasuol hos won the fifth annual oratorical tilt, competing against seasoned speakers from Canada England Ireland France Germany Mexico and Chile. Tail Leduc of Quelwe claimed second prize and Clemente Vere Sanarin of Santiago Chile finished third.
His Eminence Patelek Cardinal ayes of New York will celebrate a solemn non liturgical mass at the newly consecrated St. Vincent de Paul Church in Los Angeles at 11 o'clock tomorrow morning during his visit.
A fragment reports sheds burned near a Ninth Street area causing damage to surrounding mire and hindering nearby structures. Authorities respond to control smoke and secure the site amid unclear details about the incident and exact location.
Chicago dispatch reports that vitality statistics favor women over men, with researchers noting longer lifespans for women and highlighting the role of diet and health factors in longevity for middle aged individuals.
The state supreme court rules that market debts held on margin are gambling debts. The decision, in the case of William Ate Cabo of Moreau County, concerns a $35,000 margin debt with Illoran, Murdin yd company and could affect hundreds of similar suits against clients sold out in last year’s market crash.
A city election in South San Antonio Saturday produced 71 votes against and 162 for the proposed incorporation change. County election officials and local organizers faced voter eligibility issues as property holders questioned whether their property tax assessments qualified them to vote.
Chicago officials announced the capture for questioning of hoodlums tied to the recent gun slaying of Lee Amrobere. A deputy police chief refused to name the suspects. One prisoner provided the description of the man who rented the apartment from which the trio fired their first shots at the Battleatter.
Unable to parse full details due to garbled text. Readable items reference a baby face bandit case involving a death penalty or electric chair and a date in December. Names and places are unclear but include a city, a chief, and court action up to state Supreme Court proceedings.
A steer attack at a New York rodeo left a participant in serious condition. Wilson of Florida was injured and could be unable to recover. Musicians reported the danger and the prognosis remained grim.
General forecast shows fair to unsettled conditions with varying winds. Temperatures will hover around five degrees, coastal areas may see light to moderate breezes.
Mrs. O Loughlin, 80, maintains innocence after police questioning and a coerced admission claim. Investigators in Denver pursue her as rumors of a family plot and a second suspect, Filiel Sparz, are explored amid upcoming court dates and possible insanity defense.
In Chicago a divorce suit unfolds with Josiah Mower ordered to disclose assets. Four quarts of So yonrold whiskey were seized from a safety deposit box opened by court order as Mrs. Fringes Mumee claims the husband concealed property during the marriage proceedings.
Ben Lyon, a noted foe and husband of Trebo Daniels, faces new death threats as police investigate a citywide extortion plot. Four weeks earlier, a 0 year old child was confronted near Warner Brothers Studio with a loaded gun. A crude letter arrived at a stadium in a tainted attack sequence.
A severe norow and northeast storm sweeps New England with heavy rain and snow, causing thousands in damage. Railroads, telegraph, and power services disrupted while shipping delays and marooned autos occur. air and rail schedules scaled back as the storm to end by morning.
Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes of the Supreme Court, nearing ninety, has recovered sufficiently from a recent ailment to attend a conference of the court scheduled for March amid reports from Washington.
Cambridge dispatch reports Sir Frank Osson, president of the International Astronomical, accepted by cable from London that the union will meet at Harvard in 1092. Anes noted for the upcoming gathering.
A Cuba decree under President Machado bans the export of sugar stocks from the island. The order, issued in October, blocks movement of stockpiled sugar and seeks to control trade flows amid economic pressures.
Chicago Orr 26. The gangster Joe Aiello who had made millions in rackets is reported by INS that his widow Mrs Catherine Aiello values his estate at 55000 in real estate and 310000 in life insurance. The stakes and details of the settlement were to be settled today.
JulIio Prestes, elected president, was captured trying to flee by air as Brazil’s revolution toppled the government. Reports say he and other leaders were pursued by military factions across Rio Grande do Sul, Sao Paulo, Recife, and Rio de Janeiro with clashes and mass demonstrations. The junta named Gabriel Bernardes justice minister as it consolidates control.
Rebels and federalists clash along the frontier near the Brognan San Paulo Palace state with heavy casualties reported. Despatches from Rio Grande to Sultepizhe indicate no clear victors yet. President elector Julio Brestes is cited in rebel reports amid the renewed hostilities.
Washington dispatch reports that recognition of the Draziling Juate Government by the United States hinges on forthcoming developments. Further details are continued on page 2.
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