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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1929
Page
25
April 4 report from New Orleans notes lower liverboon cables and uneven trading as favorable weather and a Carolina market influence push near-term contracts. Prices show declines for July and October, with buying interest in near months and some overbuying near the decline. General market tone is cautious amid weather and demand shifts.
Liverpool cottons market reports rising demand and price shifts with several lint varieties noted. Fresh figures show middling and good ordinary values, with expectations for futures and steady stage demand. figures include prices for American and other linters, and specific month futures trading activity.
The San Antonio flower guild organized a luncheon at the St Anthony hotel to aid sick and needy residents. A temporary president, Hitver Hi Tawha, was elected and an organization committee including Mary Marper and Ike Kanpman was named.
G D Clark of Whee Uf commerce notes berry shipments from Poteet showed only a fraction of daily volume as peak season ends, with prices higher and harvest expected to last about nine weeks. The report cites limited orders and a lull in fruit availability compared with the day before.
The Knights Templar will present Antonio's invitation to the 1928 convention at Greenville on April 30. Weis Tights commander Lamylar and Uriey of Sim Anteurio will carry the message to Porter Whaley, manager of Uteelomben of comacree, for the event.
A Mexican aviator and a local woman from Ay duslive of Ponce wed after travel from Nuevo Dnteto to San Antonio. The ceremony occurred near the courthouse as part of a private union amid upheaval in Mexico. Neighbors report the couple seeks a quiet life at 200 Holly Street.
An event notice lists a dance at the Tabar Temple root on Wednesday with several names and unrelated fragments. It mentions St. Antians Hotel ballroom and multiple scattered references to attendees and times, alongside ad-like garbled phrases. The readable portion points to a social dance with invited guests.
An alleged political refugee, Jose Cating, claims to seek asylum in the United States. He asserts connections to Brazil and Mexico and faces a hearing before a U.S. immigration commissioner. Bond of 500 dollars was set, and he must appear in court on May ? He was detained by federal officers in Uvalde in March.
Nevada boys visiting Chicago confront gun scare as police, led by Judge Freeman Fairbanks, detain Gingery after a dramatic scene outside a university. Governor and railroad president plead for leniency while the team proceeds with a consolation tournament in New Hampshire.
Los Angeles April report outlines a marital dispute involving a wife whose mother accompanied the couple on their honeymoon and remained for four years. The husband, Duncan, cites desertion and fault while details mention a protracted visit by the wife’s mother and a strained family dynamic.
Police sought caches after arrest of two men in connection with auto thefts in Whurselity. Detectives duck Mice and Charles Tinetholonmine found a store of swatedshionw tires near the chy Part of ne Ensite of Jenin Comeral. Quiet belongings were stolen in Wh Hoxaa.
Lieuts Col J Ay Mara, commanding officer of the San Antonio air base, has been relieved and ordered to the Manninen zone for duty. Colonel Mars will command the post at Tarnean fick for 1K months, the station announcern at the Ale Corpa Training cotter Tir hy. The new commanding officer at the post has not yet been named.
In a Northwestern Rice series opener, two players were injured in the second inning as Tinlesner and Tilesner collided at the plate. Tilesner suffered a broken jaw while Beissner and Alt suffered facial injuries. Rice pitcher Pan Amith was touched for runs as Northwestern built an early lead.
In Brackenridge, the mayor altered the original 7 foot wall plan for the sland to a 15 foot barrier. The change follows a debate about island access and safety as the monkey jump question drew public interest.
Testimony describes a crash at Soledad and Fonsion where a street car had the right of way. J B Jonesy attempted to pass and was struck, fined 310 in Corporation courts. Judge Dave Wate ron ruled.
Webwinn CL Marachent famed as president and founder of a wholesale candy business died early morning after weeks of illness at the Santa Resa Jafeeriars. He was son of Alfred C. Marychene of San Antonio. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon from the residence on North Mary’s Street.
Supply and demand were moderate on the San Antonio vesemable market Thursday morning. Growers quote crates at 1.68 to 5.60, commission men at 2.59 per crate, and a rest to 60 cents per dozen for onions. Mexican lowators delivered at 6.00 per lag, with a $2 drop. Yellow onions ceiling at 3 per crate and 2.50 per 30 pound bag. No changes reported in policy.
A long list of grocery prices appears with assorted produce names and unit costs, including strawberries, peanuts, onions, cabbage, beans, tomatoes, apples, oranges, bananas, grapes, celery, radishes, lettuce, peppers, and meats. Prices are given per crate, bushel, dozen, pound, or hundredweight, with many items quoted in cents or dollars.
Residents along Piedmont Street were informed Thursday of planned sanitary sewer expansion from Town Street to Nebraska Street. The project aims to install a 4 2 main with approval from the Street Commissioner and city authorities. Municipal officials discussed the necessary steps and funding for the Bunsten area extension.
In Birmingham on April 4 the Lucas and Rixey teams delivered a decisive shutout as they faced the Dlinyinghora squad. Despite a cramped bench scene, the game showcased strong defense and disciplined play from the victors.
In Moulton Texas on April 4 a misfired pistol altered a domestic scene as a husband blamed his wife for a failed shot during a gathering. A passerby disrupted the incident, no charges were filed, and the couple reportedly split for a downtown hotel afterward.
Mel Ott, star Giants slugger, thrives in his home state of Louisiana. In three exhibition games he batted 12 times, collecting five hits for a .417 average. The latest game against the Cleveland Indians saw Ott go hitless in three at bats as New York fell 4 to 1.
In Macon on April 4, rookie Cardinals Tingret and Selvert impressed in exhibition play, delivering pitching and defense for the Birds. Another new player contributed two safeties, while the team showcased potential across multiple posts and positions.
Aimee Semyte McCherson faces public scrutiny amid a probe into a Pasadena evangelist era scandal. Key witness Ormiston names a mysterious "Miss X" connected to the late Mrs. McPherson, while denying identity. The investigation centers on alleged discussions during a past conference and the pair’s relationship.
The article reports an extension at the yard by the Midland Oil Company, noting the new well in Western Limeketterd County with depth, production figures, and operating costs. It lists crop prices, per bushel wheat rates, and animal market details, including cattle, sheep, and hog prices and trucking activity. It also includes a London metals brief with spot and future prices.
A chaotic report describes selling pressure in wheat and corn with volatile prices. Western Kansas shows uncertain prospects but some forecasters note a better winter wheat outlook, while spring wheat faces mixed futures and favorable early weather in the US Northwest. European demand appeared weak as North American exports cooled. Canadian drought conditions worsen the regional outlook.
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