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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1930
Page
3
Theodora Gabert arrives at his Detroit factory to find 20 workers demolishing the building with picks and crowbars. Police detain the men after Gabert reports malicious property damage. estimated loss ranges from 10,000 to 16,000 dollars. John D. Walls urges warrants for the workers.
Dave Fuller, a Black truck driver, is held in Esar county jail without bond after a murder charge connected to the slaying of Forward Williams, another Black truck driver. Police report states Williams attacked with a knife in a heated truck dispute, prompting Fuller to fire in self defense.
Police reported a hit and run crash Friday injuring three men at Nedlon and Monterey in Pho Thren. Injured are Robert Mor saca 5 of 110% West Maelin Street Mike Gomez and Antonio Hernandez 82 of WR 12 South Laredo Street. They received first aid at Umbert Tl. Green hospital.
France moves 90,000 troops in a third series of maneuvers along a long front. The massing of highly motorized armies began at midnight as planners study movement and motor supply issues amid ongoing testing and drills.
Editor notes a budding plum industry in Somerset and Borerset area, arguing that local growers can ripen plums earlier than California. The piece critiques northern newcomers irrigating land, contrasts lifestyles, and cites Traila and Al Richards in Runnels County selling grain. It recalls cross-country travel and local fairs, with commentary on cattle and ponies, plus financial schemes and insurance receipts.
Police seek a tire burglar who broke into the Marshall-Summer Tire Co at 1220 West Commerce on Friday night and stole a 2500 worth of new tires. Detectives say the thief forced the front door and is known to frequent the area, with authorities hoping to trace the suspect through serial numbers.
A 64 year old watchman at a factory thwarted an attempted burglary by grappling with two robbers using a mop and then fought until overpowered with an iron bar. He was bound and gagged but managed to alert authorities as thieves fled, later escaping with keys to distract police were unable to locate them. The incident occurred early today with watchman Koenig defending against the attackers before law enforcement arrived.
Cassy Laabies is charged with assault and robbery while Thomas Wilson remains jailed without bond. Arraignment set for Wednesday afternoon by the judge, details include multiple names and a preliminary remand, with further procedural notes and listed players and scores from a related game.
Onerville local column notes a quirky mix of personalities and plants as Zack Lupin hosts a community tea event. Residents sample blends while a light discussion covers neighborhood concerns and upcoming fairs.
San Diego California September reports a probe into the accident that killed Ruth Alexander at the start of her planned transcontinental flight. Coroner S. C. Kelly controls the inquiry as friends discount the theory of deliberate wreckage while learning she had recently married Hubert A. Epitt, a naval reserve flier, while still married to another man.
Report from Sagoa de Tanamo in Oriente province describes a clash between subdiets and civilians. Seven persons were reported injured with more expected as authorities impose martial law after attempts by the Atlantic Fruit and Sugar company to recruit locals into its workforce, affecting 3711 Cuban families.
Community notices list Rev. Wheeler Taylor preaching revival at a Baptist temple beginning October. Wellington is pastor of Towne Street church. Visitors depart for Fort Lake and other travels. school board positions noted. Mild updates on local clergy, marriages, hospitalizations, and university events appear amid a page of church and social items from San Antonio.
Los Angeles report on Raymond Wells, former motion picture director, involved in marital dispute between Noah Beery and Marguerite Beery. Wells, returning from Las Vegas, unexpectedly discussed Hays influence and claimed responsibility for handling Mrs Beery’s disappearance. Mrs Beery plans Las Vegas trip to seek possible divorce, while Wells remains at home awaiting investigators.
Edinburg Tesna Sept 20 4 MW reports Tandall an 18 year old employee from Redinburg was stabbed after an argument over digs near a new grave. Valley and county officers searched the countryside for the assailant as Mellon Hospital reports the victim in unspecified condition.
A fragmentary army orders snippet lists numerous officers and units across states and depots, including brigadier ranks, lieutenants, and department mentions. The text reads like a dense roster of personnel in various locations, with scattered place names such as Washington, Denver, and New York and references to hospitals and training areas.
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