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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1930
Page
1
A 1939 report cites bankers and manufacturers urging Britain to resist protectionism while others push for freer trade. Dr Haller warns of Russian experiments in governance as debates on social reform intensify. References to Hoover, Roosevelt, and looming economic strain frame a tense period of ideology, policy, and global power challenges.
Ruth Alexander of San Luge, Calif., claimed to be the first woman to fly from Canada to Mexico without a plan. She took off near Vancouver and landed at Agua Caliente after about 10 hours, greeted by a welcoming crowd.
An account of French aviators Dieudonne Cotte and Martice Delonte crossing from Nova Scotia toward New York, landing near Halifax and then heading toward New York with stopovers noted. The report frames their historic flight, mentions Lindbergh’s earlier route, and describes public anticipation in New York as the pair approached the city. Also included is a separate item about Dr. Hugh Warren’s exoneration after a charge of attempted attack, with witness testimony and related court filings.
Cooler weather and partly cloudy skies expected after a three degree drop from 68 degrees. A cooler east to southeast breeze will bring lighter winds and a marked drop in temperatures today.
Paris papers report William Randolph Hearst departed for London after a foreign office request. Hearst defends officials as polite and cautious, notes he would not risk endangering France to aid the United States, and claims opposition to American entry into the League of Nations. He praises Tardieu’s envoy and condemns Anglo-American press coverage as provoking the dispute.
President Hoover arrived in Baltimore shortly before noon to be the honor guest at the Veterans of Foreign Wars convention parade. He was met at the city line by police officials. Mayor Brodning planned to greet him but sent a delegation after missing the arrival.
Paris citizens flocked to the great newspaper offices awaiting late news on Capt. Diendoane Coste and his flying mate Mewrice Vedonie. People in the republic watched for any sign of progress on their leg from Le Lourset to New York as hopes rose to break the jinx.
Forecast calls for hot conditions with a peak around 93 degrees. Expect steady heat through Wednesday with advisory notes about canal access and afternoon thunderstorms possible in the extreme heat.
The wreck left two Kelly field alumni dead. William A Starbeld drowned off New Jersey after his Tellina failed to land. Donald H Taster, a lieutenant, survived a crash rescue by a fishing schooner, later identified as another Kelly field graduate. Recovery work continues.
In Mobile Alabama Thelma Wonton died after a passing car incident. Deputies Tod Sullivan and Kane, along with others, were charged with murder under warrant. The event occurred recently with authorities stating the case is under investigation.
A Chicago investigation notes an undercover group linked to Ruth Tinnho McCormick hired to probe Senator Gerald Nye. The Taumenberg Detective agency faces scrutiny by the Nye committee.
Boston Sept 2 Roy A Young newly appointed governor of the Federal Reserve Bank assumed the helm of his new office today amid the wrap of the Interagency Tan inquiry and banking officials.
Gov Dan Moody announced to Drought Aid plans amid debate on federal aid and loan options. He cited a bankers suggestion to buy cotton at 9 to 1 cents per pound from bank capital, and noted state rail commission defends drought area definitions while reducing freight rates.
Vandeleri Verlnsau United States vice consul at Naples died after being struck by a projectile from a hotel window at the Quisisana on Capri. He was hospitalized with multiple fractures and internal injuries.
District Clerk Hart McCormick shows steady health gains after two months of fever. Attendants report he is weak but improving as doctors monitor his recovery at the infirmary.
At ABAL India on September 3 members of the All-India Congress voiced a definite impression that attempts to secure peace between the government and Gandhi's civil disobedience followers had failed.
PIBPING China reports two British missionaries Harrison and Nethleon held by Communist bandits in Fukien for two months. Despite three troops sent, authorities could not secure their release and their mission remained unfulfilled.
Extortion and jail escape plots surface in two complaints filed Tuesday. George F. Corel is charged with attempting to extort Morrison by threats of death, allegedly occurring Saturday. Robert Pringle alleged to have offered $10,000 to deputy Gaither to aid an escape. Both men remain jailed after Monday arrests on West Cincinnati Avenue as investigators pursue links to the Morrison kidnapping case.
Visible supply of American grain rose with Wheat up 5,290,000 bushels, Corn up 58,000, Oats up 3,851,000, Rye up 786,000, Barley up 1,424,000. Data reflects recent market reporting and indicates a broader uptick in supply across key grain categories.
WICMITA Kansas report says Senator Hears J. Allen underwent a minor glandular operation here yesterday. He is reported satisfactory by his physicians today.
A Prohibition Party unit emerges in Berlin as candidates appear on ballots in the national election. The report notes a Senate seat contest and a pledge to advocate temperance in the new party structure amid German political activity.
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