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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 16, 1934

Page

7

Malaria Used To Prevent Sat Malaria

Reported at the American College of Physicians session a method using malaria infection or artificial bites to treat diseased blood vessels and prevent insane progression. Doctors cited malaria’s fever and immune response as reducing gangrene risk and paresis, with malaria shielding patients from amputation. The approach aims to prevent paresis by stimulating immunity through malaria exposure.

Cricago American College of Physicians Ealsnent Dev Bagene Landis Philadelphia Paul A. O'Leary Rochester Minn

Potter's Field Awaits Star Found Dead in L A

Los Angeles reports that Keri Dane, once famous in silent pictures, died by suicide and lies in the examination morgue awaiting burial in Potter's Field unless friends claim the body. The scene is described with references to his aging fame and old portraits and press clippings.

Los Angeles Keri Dane Tures Gaga Dane

Irrigation Plans in Mexico Hit by Valley Group

McALLEN April 16 The Water Conservation association of the Lower Rio Grande Valley held a meeting in Harlingen to oppose further water structures on the Mexican side of the border. Mexico has proposed an 19,000,000 peso dam southwest of here on the San Juan river. The association urges rapid action toward a US-Mexico treaty on joint water rights. Executive committee members Nea Brown E. O. Couch Edinburg C. B. Bwellow Alamo and McAllen Gregg Wood Mission and Guy Everhard Pharr were reelected. E M Cardal of Mastin was elected vice president.

Mexico Mcallen Apri Love Or Rio Grants Harlingen Here San Juan River United States Hilo Ail Association Nea Brown O. Couch Edinburg C. B. Bwellow Alamo Meallen Gregg Wood Mission Guy Everhard Pharr E. M. Card Mastin

Earnings Trends Across Utilities and Rail Firms

The report notes KEW YORK earnings for the quarter with mixed results across multiple companies. American Telegraph and Western Electric show higher earnings per share versus the prior year, while declines appear for some segments. Wheat operation profits and various regional measures are cited, including per-share figures and quarterly changes.

Kew York Nan Tetephyre Company Tudar Walter & Gilteed Citford Ant Telegraph Company

Italian Soldiers Kill 5 Peasants in Election Riot

London dispatch reports five peasants killed and 25 wounded in Saledo in the Dodecanese when Italian troops opened fire during a municipal election dispute. Italian planes bombed the village, driving inhabitants to the mountains, per a foreign wire.

London Saledo Dodecanese Islands Mounsteins

Grain Market Prices Mixed as Chicago Edges Higher

Grain prices fluctuated in Chicago with wheat and oats showing late gains while corn declined after renewed selling. May wheat dropped to its lowest since January 5, and nearby deliveries moved to new seasonal lows amid bearish spreads.

Chicago Fool Inter Ional Rome Rainey Rose UK

Money and Metals Bailes BA SILCER. TANDON, Anil 16.-API-1 yer firm

API-1 year firm and 288" highes at 20 percent RONDOY BAR BOER. DON, ou r APItae declined 1 Renes litte oy iG. S. equivaled 533 Hering GpeminE at NEW YORKAHAK LIVER. NEW YORK, Apr? 16-14P-Bar aller weak, Se lower at 43i8e.

Bailes Tandon Anil New

Dollar quotes drift as markets open with mixed rates

The daily exchange roundup shows the U S dollar easing from Saturday’s level to about 335 in early trading while other currencies move fractionally. Amid scattered reports of commodity prices and regional rates, traders await further government guidance as markets open.

Irregularity Shown By Stock Market Report

New York markets show irregular movement as wires report gains and losses across commodities and equities. Industry notes indicate steel operations rose to 51 percent capacity while motor vehicle demand remains robust, with sharp recent price and contract shifts influencing overall activity.

Economic mood shifts amid Washington policy signals

The piece notes mixed business confidence as price rises pause and railroad and steel demand dip briefly while retail trade and auto buying surge. It cites hopeful signs if Washington avoids fresh upheaval, with hotel, restaurant, travel activity and life insurance up, but warns on taxes, silver, and banking policy.

Washington Lion Diilars Alesrings

Cotton Market Opens Steady as New Orleans Trade Opens

Cotton trading in New Orleans started steady with moderate demand and some selling pressure. Reports indicate futures and stocks eased as market watchers awaited further Washington developments and interest in Liverpool shipments.

Orleans Ivery Liverpool Waller Furthar Washington Developments

Poultry and Produce Receipts and Prices Across Markets

A clipped AP market summary lists New York and Chicago poultry and dairy prices. It covers purchases of mixed colors, firsts, seconds, mediums, and weights up to 40 pounds, with rates for eggs, butter fat, and various fowl including broilers, turkeys, ducks, and roosters. Freight terms and express rates are noted, reflecting shifting supply and demand across markets.

Kew York New York

New York Clarifies Revisions Amid Raging Tile Crisis

The fragmentary wires report unrest over revisions in New York, with distorted OCR text mentioning April and tense language. Key entities are unclear. the item appears to be a civil or administrative note with disputed numbers, requiring cautious interpretation.

Confesses Slaying and Attempts Suicide in Chicago

A man confessed to killing a pretty divorcee and then attempted to kill himself when accused of wounding her. He drank poison while en route to a hospital in a police wagon. Charles White lay dying, his sister citing jealousy as a motive involving the murdered woman. Margayes Behretburg, 32, was planning to return to her former husband.

Chicago NSI Charles White White Margayes Behretburg

Nomination of John B. Ponder as U S Marshal

Washington April 16 The senate judiciary committee submitted the nomination of John B. Ponder for United States marshal for the Eastern district of Texas to a sub committee with authority to report favorably to the debate if there are no objections.

Waskington D.C Senate Judiciary John B. Ponder United States District of Texas

Burglary at Harrison Grange Stand Stole Tobacco Goods

A burglary at the Harrison Grange stand on 206 Broadway resulted in the theft of tobacco and numbered merchandise valued at an unspecified amount amid Monday’s events. Local authorities are investigating and reviewing security footage and inventory records.

Harrison Whale Broadway Pollo

Market steadies as week opens with cautious optimism

Spectator notes Wall Street at a standstill outlook with cautious demand as investors await clearer signs of recovery. Talks recur on Warner Brothers suit against Western Electric as a factor behind stock strength while railroad merger chatter weighs on sentiment. Investors eye yields, loans, and industrials with a wary eye as expectant bets rise before Monday trading.

Warner Brothers Western Electric Pennsylvana Webish Leigh Valley

Colleen Moore Sues Producer for Rent

Colleen Moore sues producer David O. Belznick seeking rent owed for unspecified project. Moore alleges Belznick failed to pay agreed amounts and seeks recovery via court action. Court case details and location not fully clear in the fragmented report.

Colleen Moore Rent TQS David O. Belznick Blouin Pudlute Caleen Moore Bel

Dog Freed From Death Decreed in Mistress Will

Topeka April 16 The threat of death over a dog named Pal OCragsman after Mrs Rolls J Parker's death was lifted by estate administrators They ordered the dog kept safe until a suitable home could be found and he could live his remaining days free from the decree

Topeka Ken Pal Ooragsman Honeest Bowers Rolls J. Parker Feskn Paul O’cragsman Hin

Bill seeks full army strength of 165000 enlisted men

Representative Thompson of Texas introduced a bill in the house calling for a regular army of 165000 enlisted men and 14603 officers. He said the increase would not conflict with budget estimates as funds could be drawn from existing relief organizations maintained by the government.

Washington Arenesentative Thompson Democrat Texas

Market prices Dp San Antonio produce sale summary

Market rounds list prices for fruits vegetables and staples. Mentions apples oranges potatoes onions tomatoes and berries with per unit and per bushel/ dozen quotes. Notes dairy butter eggs and poultry prices alongside general market activity and vendors.

San Antonio Parmley Eplen White Fla Savetoatt Wes Czex Dew Metony Erate Ceane Texas Yelluy Alors Aati Cal Bertiae

Hunt for 30 8 Fliers Given Up

The search for three missing American flyers began Tuesday and was abandoned today. The missing are James Frink of Miami Florida Robert Gast of Louisville Kentucky Ivan Carlton of Donna Texas and a Japanese business passenger. A prison official named Velmae Linden said eight prisoners were sent to federal institutions for three years.

Hunt James Frink Miami Robert Gast Louisville Ivan Carlton Donna Tras

Anti League Petition Drive Reports Wide Public Support

The article notes a strong anti League of Nations and league court movement among Americans. It highlights petitions gathered by the San Antonio Light and associated Hearst papers with donors and signers across regions, urging Congress to keep the United States free from foreign entanglements. Richard Walter in San Antonio presents a petition with 156 signatures, while Prairie area supporters report high turnout and large signatory lists.

League of Nations United States America League of Nationa San Antonio Light Associated Hearst Richard Walter Lullwood Prasst Sashant Deer Company Henry Steves Comfort League and League Court Congres Meir League Court Fiter Bil Antonioght Ta Congress

Gas price war seen in San Antonio on third grade gasoline

Movements by about a dozen jobbers and refiners in San Antonio aimed to end a price war on grade three gasoline, which had been selling between 1 and 2 cents. They petitioned Washington to not mediate, led by M S Stout, while local leaders filed complaints about violations of the national gasoline code. The group urged restoring prices to about 16 to 17 cents per gallon, arguing prices must reflect costs and prudent management.

San Antonio Washington Roosevelt M.S. Stout Central Code Committee Lettie Kal

Wall St Briefs York Apr 16 Unclear data from OCR

Fragments report diverse New York Wall Street figures. Mentions Aben 12 percent averages 163.4 percent, February to March contrasts. Navy contract for 40 pounds of LK N98 steel sheets, plants in Middletown Ohio and Butler Pa. Magh beokines and other garbled items reference American Fat Jake and Beattie loan cues.

Navy Department Apierlean Rolling Mi Company Manafeneo Company Midditown Ohio Butler

Spanish Cabinet Member Resigns Amid Unclear Allegations

A Spanish cabinet minister, Alvarez Valdes, reportedly stepped down amid unclear allegations in the Te cennation of Alvarez Valdes. The resignation marks a political shift as details remain uncertain.

Alvarez Valdes Fustros

Livestock Market Reports From San Antonio and St Louis

An OCR filled with cattle and hog price data reports marketing activity and price ranges from San Antonio and St Louis. It notes varied bids, weekly trends, and receipts including yearlings calves steers heifers and sheep with pricing in dollars per hundredweight and commentary on demand and market tone.

Louis Aiolic Enlver Neca

Democrats press for swift silver legislation and market regulation

Washington reports show Democrats sought rapid silver legislation amid Senate committee moves on exchange controls. President Roosevelt’s stance on further stock market measures drew mixed reactions from Hainey and others. A Senate debate framed by commodity sections and farm interests colored the day as adjournment drifted toward May 16 with talks of June 11.

Senate Albany Washington, D. C Roosevelt Hainey News Ien Congress Rainey House Jini

Murray Wins The Sale Row In Oklahoma City

April 18 report from Oklahoma City notes Governor William H Murray and aides win another capstone in a long feud over tax delinquent property auctions. County treasurers in Garfield Blaine and Bryrne counties advertised rate actions while Lea-Catron and Craig counties prepare similar moves in coming months.

Oklahoma City William H. Murray Garfield Blaine Bryan Lea—Catron and Craig Aft Sales

Miss Mabel Nobis Elected President in South Central CCC

Miss Mabel Nobis of San Antonio was elected president of the South Central district of the Christian Endeavor at the annual convention held in Lockhart. Other officers include George Pabst of San Antonio as vice president and Miss Prances Lockhart of Austin as secretary.

Mabel Nobis San Antonio Austin Aibett Hebner Bill Evans Carine Newcome Lothhart Noble Long Roy Aki Suger Mias Mee Nelle Reese

Jury Chosen for Jungle Slaying Trial of Frank McGinnis

Jury selection began in the seventh district court to try Frank McGinnis and Francis Edward Bully for the alleged murder of Helen Dorothy McGinnis near Seguin road in early November. An Atlanta judge overruled a motion to quash the indictment while the defense sought an unsuspended sentence. The victim was found beaten at the couple’s crude dwelling on the outskirts of the city.

Frank McGinnnis Helen Dorothy McGinnis Cours McGinnis Proncis Edward Bully McGinnis J Seguin Road

Desperado Killed at Angola Penitentiary

Biton Bougs Louisiana April 16 reports Jimmy Bear a rotarian convict desperado was shot and killed today at the Angola state penitentiary

Desperado Biton Bougs hi—Jimmy Bear Desperato Toay Angola State Penitentary

Town Town Bank Robbed by Two Men and Woman

A bank in Rabbe Stuart Town Agul was robbed of about 2000 by two young men and a woman companion. Police reported the heist at The First National Bank location and are pursuing leads. The incident stunned residents as investigators described the trio's getaway and next steps.

Town Rabbe Stuart Agul National Atuart Uday

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