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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 01, 1936

Page

11

Witness describes McBee murder scene in court

In a Wichita court the state witness testified about helping ex ot H L McBee after the Abhed death. The group, including Raymond Henry and others, stayed at McBee's home until early morning. The witness claimed McBee was dead in the car and later tied to a tree. names of several accomplices and bystanders were listed.

Apri H. L. McBee Stree Rehry's He Alwa McBee Ith Imurder Ick Smith Tiynn Smith Sandy Tyler Bre Raymond Henry Whal Latler Lynn Raymond Hensell Tim Denesing Star

Hirshberg elected president of federation at meeting

Jnnnah Hirshberg was elected president of the federation at a midweek meeting. Officials named Helff first vice president and Earotkin second vice president, with J.D. Oppenheimer as treasurer and Pincus as recording secretary.

Beaux Arts Club Lecture at Lake College

An art lecture was announced by the Beaux Arts Club of Twersite. The event, promoted by a visiting instructor, was to take place Wednesday at Mary's Downtown. The speaker, listed as vice president of Hexas, registered at Antony Hotel, aimed to address readers about fineness and art in a talk at the club headquarters.

Kocker Ker the Lake College Beaux Arts Club Twersite Mary's Hexas

Tax per capita revenue in 17 states with sales tax talies

The chart splits taxes into two classes: on retail sales and on both retail sales and gross general sales. Revenue from gross income taxes slightly exceeds that from retail taxes, about $8 per person due to how taxes are included. The average per capita revenue is $3.05 for retail taxes and $8.51 for gross general sales, with 1 percent of gross general sales revenue coming from merchandising.

Grain Market Fluctuations Amid Canadian Export Surge

In Chicago trading April 1, wheat futures rose on stronger Canadian export demand, with May and July contracts firming while corn and barley showed mixed shifts. San Antonio price listings reflected local hay and grain values, while global quotes echoed unsettled wheat sentiment and varied regional prices.

Chicago

Lowden Likely Keynoter for GOP Convention in Cleveland

Washington April 1 Former Governor Frank O Lowden of Illinois was tentatively chosen as keynoter for the Republican national convention in Cleveland. To balance Lowden a Midwestern figure was sought. Former Ambassador and Senator Walter Edge of New Jersey was named as a probable permanent chairman by party officials.

Washington D.C Frank 0. Lowden Illiois Cleveland Lowdon Lowden Hanl Walter Edge New Jersey

Britain Permits Lindbergh to Fly

The British government granted Charles Lindbergh permission to fly again after a three month stay in Britain. On his personal application the air ministry validated his US pilot license No. 69 and authorized him to fly in the British Isles until December 31 but not for hire or reward.

London Aindbergh Trgtound Air Ministry United States Connecce Arius Isles

Fruits and Vegetables Market Shows Mixed Texas Demand

The Tolled State Departments report prices for apples, asparagus, carrots, onions, greens, and citrus across Texas and the United States. Market notes indicate weakness in certain items like onions and beets while tomatoes and oranges show steady or higher activity, with several train car arrivals and regional price snapshots.

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San Antonio market reports bid strong on berries and peppers

Markets in San Antonio show strawberries and peppers slipping with 1.25 to 2.75 prices noted for crates and pounds. Active offerings include Florida bull peppers down 25 cents a crate, Mexican tomatoes rising, and cantaloupe, greens, and beans trading at varied levels on the commission market amid broad price shifts.

San Antonio Notatoer Erga Commission Terrie Tapley Tim Antonio Texas Becta St Lo A&e Bell Pappery Ameriean Berth

Livestock Market Report From Several Midwest OMA Markets

The bulletin details sale results from Foul Worth and other markets including Kansas City, Chicago, and St. Louis. It notes mixed cattle and hog demand, with steady to uneven prices, strong calves at times, and day-to-day changes in weights and yields across regions. Major participants include packers and shippers, with receipts logged at hundreds to thousands per market.

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Stock market shows mixed gains amid varying sectors

New York April 1 The stock market moved unevenly with gains in some days and declines in others. Dow Jones posted a small net rise while trading volume remained light as investors weighed utilities and industrial groups.

New York Han Ib Mirlcularly Motors Kain Myel

Bonded Stock Broker Charged in Fraud Scheme

Gardner 40 of US West Woodlawn avenue arraigned before U S Commissioner Pay A Lockhart on violating the federal securities act and mail fraud statute. He and partner John J Clanton allegedly devised a false pretenses scheme and mailed a letter to Ernest Fechner at 916 West Gramercy place. Clanton also held on $5000 bond.

Gardner West Woodlawn Avenue U. S A. Lockhart John J. Clanton Ernest Fechner West Gramercy Place Clanton Algo

Road condemnation approved for new Inter road project

County commissioners on Wednesday directed District Attorney John R. Shook to institute condemnation proceedings against property on Attor Beach Drive in South Say for a road to be known as Military Drive. The road will cover Kelly and Brooks fields. Affected property owners include Mrs Alma Mitchell, R. C. Coggin, and Mrs S. St. Hale.

Road County John R. Shook Attor Beach Drive South Say Miltary Drive Kelly and Brooks Fields Alma Mitcheil R. C. Coggin ST. Hail

Patterned summer dress pattern offers easy sew options

The Marian Martin pattern book promotes a light warm weather wardrobe with a wrap dress pattern 9500. It highlights easy sewing, adjustable sash, shadow-proof design, and multiple color choices. The ad lists sizes 14 to 44, fabric yardage, and coin or stamp payment steps for pattern 9800. It invites readers to order the book for 15 cents, pattern and book combo 24 cents.

Athens Marian Martin Maran Martin Lea Sa Astorio Light

Wall Street Advances Amid Broad Rally on April Day

New York trading began with broad gains as stocks climbed across sectors led by autos, steel, rail, and industrials. Major winners included United States Steel, General Motors, Chrysler, Union Pacific, and DuPont while bonds steadied and currencies softened. steel output rose to about 22 percent of capacity, and the market saw renewed call money at about 1 percent amid optimistic expectations for first quarter demand.

New York U. & Steel Lethichin Midland Steel Products General Motors Chrysler Santa Fo Union Pacific Y. Central Southern Pacific Contromery Ward Bracy du Pont Case Westinghouse International Harvester U. S. Inmiustrial Alcohol American Telephone Western Uoion Seaboard Oil Standard Oi of New Jersey American den John Manville Houglse Aircraft Steel Review Ood Te Ediaon Institute Forlen Exchange Pca Spain

Money and Metals Market Update from New York

New York reports steady prices across money and metals with Bankers rates unchanged at 1 percent, 1 month to 5 months terms, and silver quiet while London and Paris brief notes reflect eurodollar and franc movements. The AP dispatch notes cites New York overnight exchange at 60.375 cents per franc as markets react to currency shifts and bullion prices.

York Alende Centaneny Cate New York Rezeren Bank

Dollar Markets Report From London April Trade

The currency market in London showed a more normal tone with gold prices stabilizing as selling pressure eased. The French franc traded around 75.20 to the pound, versus 75.45 previously, while the U S dollar closed near 143.54 to the pound against an implied New York rate around $4.95.

London United States New York

Wool Market Quiet in Boston as Demand Dwindles

In Boston wool traders reported very little demand with only small consignments meeting buyers needs. Prices were uneven on low volumes, with a mix of finer combing wools and average lots trading slowly amid uncertain market conditions.

Broxton Woon Aqston USDA Boston Regent Texaco

Hickman Oyster Hearings Ended in Texas Probe

Dallas representative Sam Hanna said the house committee finished hearings on the public safety department inquiry into Ranger Captain Tom Hickman but has not written a report yet. The hearings ran from April 1 to 11 in Austin. The panel investigated leadership and discharge actions related to Hickman. The outcome remains to be reported as officials await the committee’s written conclusions.

Austin Sam Hanna Dallas House

Cotton Market Shows Mixed Early Trading Declines

New Orleans and London reports indicate early cotton trading with gains and losses across the new and old crop months. May, July, October, and January futures opened higher or near steady as reports of government plans to ease farmer costs surfaced, while Liverpool prices showed modest declines and futures closed quiet.

New Orleans Sasingra Cotton Exchange Tivernoal Tc.ric Washington Iran Commodity Credit Corporation Demann Jn Pentees American iKoindy Angil Gatton Boyiveay New York Janatic Cevesaee Rys

Poultry and Produce Prices in New York and Chicago Markets

Chicago poultry and produce listings show steady to firm quotes on hens and fryers with varied weights and egg prices. New York reports mixed prices for poultry, eggs, and dairy products with receipts and market levels noted. Major items include leghorns, white rocks, ducks, turkeys, and egg categories with associated price ranges and shipment figures.

Chicagg Roosters Asibe Hutter Market Agadss

Maj Boykin Granted One Month and Seven Day Leave

Major Jes G Boykin of the adjutant general's department at Eighth Corps Headquarters has been granted a leave of absence totaling one month and seven days effective May 1.

Maj. Boykin Jes G. Boykin Adjutant General's Department Eighth Corgs Aree

Nuevo Laredo Tense After Shooting Incident

Federal troops patrol the streets as Nuevo Laredo remains tense following a shooting in which one policeman was killed and four others wounded. General Almazan orders Mayor Herrus to stay at military HQ until President Cardenas decides. A primary election is planned next Sunday amid political maneuvering by Porlas Gil's followers seeking state offices. No arrests have been reported.

Porlas Gil

Youth, 9, Saved From Stake in Texas

Youth Sam Humble, nine, narrowly escaped being burned at the stake after companions tied him to a tree and built a pyre of rushes and pine needles. A passerby rescued him, suffering facial, hand, and foot injuries before hospital treatment and return home.

Silgree Texas Sam Humble Bam Sam Ha Hig Bien

Morgenthau Plane Stops Over Here

Burke a coast guard pilot was to fly a new plane from the Pacific coast to Washington with delivery to Secretary Henry Morgenthau. He arrived at Kelly Field Tuesday after planning a stop in New Orleans and Washington.

Morgenthau Adeuk Cataprd GC Burke Coast Guard Oie Kellygeld Wednesdss New Orleans Washington, D. C Secretary of the Treasury Henry Morgenisiac Margeonel Coast Yard Aeentendnd Burke Washington Kelly Held San Antonisa

W. E. Tom Dies at 82 in Campbelston Ranch

W E Tom aged 82 dies at his ranch home near Campbelston Texas on Wednesday morning. He was a native and long time resident of Atrscora county. Survivors include his widow Mrs Fidel Tom five daughters Mrs O W Hewlett Mrs Robert D Blunt zer Mrs G E Mathews Miss Ruth and Genevieve Tom three sons W B Joe and Robert Tom and a sister Mrs John Dun. Funeral arrangements have not been completed.

Hes Ranch Campbelston Tex John Dun

Mission restorers paid by county for San Jose mission work

County commissioners appropriated salaries for Mavyry P. Smith and Gus Vermersch to oversee rehabilitation of the San Jose mission. Smith to receive 166 dollars and Vermersch 140 dollars. Court records indicate the work at the mission should be completed by May 1.

Mavyry P. Smith Gus Vermersch San Jose Mission Smith Vermersch

County Employs Mosquito Killer in Eradication Drive

Lee Robles was hired by the Bexay County Commissioners Court to patrol stagnant ponds and pools for a mosquito control program. He will work under Dr. T N Goodson, earning 3.25 monthly in local currency. The report notes administrative details and a variety of unrelated financial data.

Lee Robles Bexay County Robles de. T.N. Goodson

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