This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 40 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1930
Page
22
Multiple wholesale traders report stiffening prices for garrots and related vegetables as Pearger weather approaches. Spyder Produce predicts prices will hold near previous quotes with briefs of around $1.25 per Pendel. Vendors at the growers mart note rising costs as cactus supplies also show upticks.
A jumble of fruit and produce prices and weights appears, listing green vegetables, bell peppers, and assorted items with per bushel, per pound, and per dozen quotes. The text includes strange spellings, unit notes, and vendor phrases, reflecting a late 19th or early 20th century market ledger.
Fragmented OCR text mentions a pound and a memorial scene with a pane and Mem FZ in 14 comin Amerkaye 10 onta. No clear event or names readable.
MAHUOS Aor $-Sni pened wer on eperders and fic violators Bundoy a diling epation to its police force. City a oe Lee Green said it wie a) to the finish. on of the City of Son. Aas said drastic enforcement if Jawa followed number at! ts where 5 number of oir talities and one death have re- It wan understood that the marhet and hik deputies wrulil V backed up by city afficiala in the it to make Ban Mavecs xtreete er placen to drive
A partially readable notice reports work started on a University unit in Austin in April. The project involves a new activities building at the university campus with preliminary theory contributions and an expected mid month air net ure date.
A damaged item notes a dead man may not vote in Michigan. It mentions an individual from Ooo, a resident with a GPA, and a ballot issue at Millligan. The clerk questions legality, and Attorney General Wiltier M Brectear weighs in on the matter, with legal implications for the local election process.
The Wall Street Spectator notes no clear breakout in forward industrials as NYSE list remains varied. United States Steel, Stand Oil of New Jersey, Atlantic refining and Westinghouse lead early gains while outlook for earnings and Fed policy keep traders cautious. speculation on splits and mergers features in a tense market.
In Eagle Pass Texas April 3 1920 Clifford Rebibach and his brother Victor, both of Indianapolis, escaped death when a car overturned off a bridge approach and burned. Victor, uninjured, opened the windshield to pull his brother free as the vehicle caught fire. Clifford suffered serious injuries. The ten Rebibach brothers had arrived three weeks earlier from Indianapolis and were driving from Mel Rio when the wreck occurred.
R Pendergast 47 native of Gate tod Texas and long time resident of Ran Astonia, to be buried here. He is survived by parents, two brothers, three sisters and several nieces and nephews. Services scheduled for Wednesday with arrangements at local cemetery.
Baptists plan a new church building in Luling. The drive aims to raise funds within six weeks under Rev J J Kerklund, who leads the campaign for sustaining the church and Sunday school needs.
New Orleans reports a soft start with prices easing as active positions shed 1 to 15 points. Demand shifted to old crop options while May and July saw highs around 1622c and 13 to 14 point gains. October noted movement. New York cotton prices edged down after early gains, with May activity retreating to 16.43, and futures quietening into mid-session. Liverpool and New Orleans markets diverged as European demand influenced July positions and American receipts were noted.
In Kansas City on April 3 a bizarre scene emerged as police officers who arrested a boy for shoplifting were offered cigars and money by the boy’s father. The chaotic exchange reflected local tensions and odd behavior amid the incident.
Six inches of snow fell in N Y during the night halting warm spell. Adirondack streams ran high earlier but froze as the mercers dropped below freezing. A southwest wind howled through the night ending mild conditions and bringing a stark reset to spring weather.
Salt Lake City April 8 A abstinence of Latter Day Saints from intoxicating liquor coffee tea and tobacco is credited by Sylvester Carton presiding bishop with lowering the death rate of the denomination.
New York April 8 reports the death of Chief Chauncer Kills in the Bush Yellow, a tribal brother of Calvin Coolidge. He died after graduation for Carlisle and taught in Indian schools. He presided at ceremonies with Me and Canlidge buenre Chief White Eagle.
Nat Washer a civic leader and education official attended the Bente Kors clinic where physicians report Washer underwent an operation for an unspecified condition last Friday. The report notes Washer has been central to local affairs and recently faced a crisis in the community.
The Santa Fe extension from Alpine to Presidio is progressing ahead of schedule with grading and contracts on target. Steel is being laid at a mile per day and experts expect the 76 mile gap to be connected by October or sooner, as the Alpine chamber of commerce plans commemorative ceremonies.
In San Saba at Spring Creek Teorey and Locker Brie meetings, petitions circulated requesting consolidation of the two districts for high school purposes. If approved, high school pupils from Spring Crown would transfer to Locker School while intermediate grades remain at Fipritz Creek, under a state‑approved reform plan.
In Reno the grand jury will convene on April 21 to consider 21 criminal charges. Among the cases is Ervin Grant charged with murder in the February death of his father, R. T. Grant, after a dispute at the family home.
Community effort funds a new Linns glob building at San Sabz fair park for a Boy Scouts clubhouse. Barnes Lumber and William Comer Lumber donate enough timber and seats, while Pal theater owner Defflemeier arranges a weekly free show for the boys. Radio note reports fingerprint tampering and a Berlin connection with eight minutes transmission time.
Livestock quotations show varied results at the local San Antonio market with calves and cattle selling from multiple price points. Sheep and hog bids appear steady to firm, while hog tops reach around 3.25, with cattle and other stock showing uneven demand and broad price ranges. Local buyers and sellers balanced supplies and prices amid shifting market conditions.
Corpus Christi April 8 Georeg C Westervelt district attorney for the Trents fighth Aistrict will seek the district judge post in the July primaries. He has served as district attorney for three terms and W Cunningham now judge will not run. Missionary Release Washington April 5 The state department received dispatches from China about a Chinese man holding Nina Efense Gemmel, episcopal missionary Sram Girard Kun.
Mrs Dudley Coates, a pretty young widow of a British officer, will marry Marshall Field NT as soon as his present wife secures a Reno divorce. Field, depicted center, is reported to have granted an eight figure settlement.
In Corpus Christi Texas a resident, Jim McGloin, thwarted a burglar who entered his home in the Hillcrest addition. Neighbor J A Rogers chased the suspect after spotting him, and a pistol in the McGloin home was used to hold the intruder for police. Burglaries have troubled area homes in recent weeks with break ins and thefts reported through red room windows.
Chicago wheat gains linked to drought concerns and storage assurances from local elevators. Corn oats and prods advance while Kansan crop reports show moisture shortages. Overnight export calls from North America weak. Liverpool quotes steady yet traders await government crop report. Ban Antonio grain prices quoted for corn, oats, wheat and other grains.
Thirty nine divorce cases are pending at Seguin with civil docket activity and grand jury sessions noted. The list mentions motion to proceed and a set trial schedule as part of ongoing civil matters in the local courts.
election held here and at Melon Saturday to decide consolidation with the Proventt Independent Arhans di 1 the waters were In favor of consolidation. Officials named Gldfinch Sand Yelfow Derhe and Ruckham have already support transElidated mind the Venreall wehant district.
An announcement by Miss Marthe TP Raberinni, superintendent, says hospital nurses will hold a picnic each month during the summer. The feature woman plans a gathering at Brerkenrlitee Park on Monday for the event.
San Antonio firemen fought three blazes Monday afternoon, each stopped before costly damage. A small explosion struck the Par Cleaners at 727 Feelevickwbnty and caused about 500 dollars in damage. A cat belonging to Alice Car Tey burned when left in a parked car on West Suromit Avenue. A candle sparked a small fire at Mrs Ella Hosyo’s home on 220 street causing minor damage.
Governor Moody accepted invitations to key Vesta de San Jacinto events. In a letter to Jack Raybould, secretary of the Vesta association, Moody said he would attend the coronation and Queen’s parade on April 26 and the Battle of Flowers on April 25. He plans to deliver an address at the banquet.
Automobiles belonging to Besencutrs and Main Avenue High students were repaired as part of a vocational demonstration. Student mechanics include Otho Zoel ler, Moyal Hamilton, Franklin Degree, Charter Schroed, Marie Mereie, Make Acland, Lois Marley, and others in a local school event.
Knights Templar gathered in Port Arthur for a large march starting April 8 with about 2500 participants. The Iran Commandery of Texas led the event followed by a drill and a Templar school of a religious dialect. the convention runs through Thursday with activities continuing this afternoon.
Ford Motor Company reports an output increase with 189,045 cars and trucks produced for the period. February yielded 131,267 units, while January figures were lower. April production is projected at around nine thousand vehicles.
San Marcos police investigate a church office theft at First Baptist where 1 cent was stolen and a small amount taken overall. No clues yet despite early leads. Officers report minimal cash loss and no further items missing.
Governor Rehieisenarin submits a second invitation to Gov ern Mrady to visit Texan amid efforts to boost productivity of the elite in Jaun. Diamond mill output reduced to one third, with continued notices on Tuesdays and Thursdays through the 13th.
Port Worth and Fort Worth shipments report activity and prices in various produce markets. Milk, peanut, and potato notes include arrivals, wholesale demand, and pricing. New York, Chicago, and other centers show stock levels and packing details amid fluctuating demand.
A state fish hatchery will receive about 2,000,000 eggs in days, with 10,000 eggs per bowfin per season. Eggs come from 275 hatches, producing many that will be eaten by others or unfertilized. Newly hatched fry will guard nests and feed, then be raised in rearing ponds. Public access halted during hatching to avoid frightening fish.
City Clerk James Simpenn notes a chain letter bearing signatures of many prominent figures. The letter, started by an unknown officer and linked to figures such as Bernard Shaw, Arthur Tinman, B. Dawes, Henry Ford, Cass Eckentz, Dorothy Axmatde Brien, David Windale, and John Barrymore, draws attention through its notable signatories.
A garden hose and sprinkler were stolen from the San Antonio Country Club golf course, about eighty feet of hose and equipment missing. Patrols were notified. Ida Cook of Avenue B found a prowler Tuesday near her home on Monday night. No arrest details for the case are given.
105 graduates of the University of Texas filed applications for the master of science and master of journalism degrees to be conferred this month in Austin. Mexican journalist Francisco Garcia, founder and director general of El Imparcial, died in Mexico City at age 87.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.