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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 16, 1935

Page

10

Two men jailed in Laredo onion strike

In Laredo on April 6 to 17, three men including an onion workers official were held by Texas rangers as the onion field strike neared its end. They were released shortly after under district attorney orders. Also detained were Luis Chareco a city employee en route to work and Dionisio Railsen secretary of the onion field workers organization, with other strikers remaining.

Laredo Stic Onion Aoid Workers Organization Texas Rangers Dorn yLuis Chareco Wort Dionisio Rasalen

Temple Leaguers Praise as Three Cornered Moon Shines

The Temple League staged Three Cornered Moon at the San Pedro Playhouse on Monday, drawing praise for its professional polish. Holoman and Berry Wise, veterans of Broadway, lead a strong cast including Spitz, Ruth Lippard, Bartha Murray Berkowitz, Hetty Scherr Sarks, Sidney Berkowitz, Av evely Lipsitz, and Sidney Pearlman. The witty farce, once a popular movie, follows two downcast men in a humorous plot that benefited from expert direction by Harry Griffith.

Temple Ruth Lippard Bartha Murray Berkowitz Hetty Scherr Sarks Sidney Berkowitz Avelyr. Lipsitz Sidney Pearlman Harry Griffith

Huge Air Building Program Foreseen in San Antonio

Capt. Harolid B. Clark of the Air Corps arrives at Randolph Field to inspect Brooks and Kelly field projects as plans for millions in new construction gain momentum. Applications to the U.S. Army total 5,438,000 for Kelly Field and 3,830,000 for Brooks, awaiting final approval amid high hopes from officials. ROTARIANS ELECT KENEDY KENEDY April 15. Alinson elected president of Kened Rotarians at annual election.

Brooks Kelly Harolid B. Clark Air ‘Corps Washington Randolph Field Sears Caylain Clark Air Corp Ats San Antonio Army Kelly Ueld Rotatnaks Kenedy WTI Allnson The Kenedy Rotanans

Money and Metals Market and Graham Company Earnings

The report notes fluctuating London metal prices with pounds and pence figures for various days, plus a New York update. In the United States, Graham Motors reports first quarter 1843 profit of $220,437.00, compared to $75,161.87 the prior year quarter, with higher shipments and a 298 percent increase in value.

Tstromp Joseph B. Greham Grahamige Motors Corporation Kenday Reo Sidan Lonk Anith Rewkies Tift Snauraner Valor Allinaigh Mieka Ot Showha Ky

Dollar quotations and Paris exchange notes in April

The United States dollar quotations eased in Paris on April 38 with the foreign exchange market showing a rate near 15.1625 francs, close to the New York rate around 2d2c. The report compares U.S. dollar performance to the Nix Yared sale and notes percent figures for relative value versus other currencies.

Lokdon Ami United States Paris Caplthe Unitae Staten Wullar Witelui York

Wage gaps in Pennsylvania cotton garment work force study

A U S Labor Department survey of 14 plants employing 12 120 workers shows in 1934 only about one third of women earned at least $13 weekly, while two thirds of men earned the minimum or more. Median earnings rose for women but men gained less, with overall wage growth linked to minimum wage adoption and reduced child labor.

Pennsylvania Department of U.S. Jabor Department Wornest Jess

Grain Market Sways on Reports and Profit-Taking

Chicago April 16 AP dispatch notes muted rial trading as crop prospects from the Western plains dampen sentiment. Prices edged lower for corn and wheat with May wheat slipping toward 1.00 per bushel amid profit-taking. Trade sources cite drought concerns and expected imports as factors, while Western Kansas deliveries and official forecasts influence near term moves.

Chicago Rialsl Ryan Plains Cora P&g Kansas Department of Agriculture Prines Weil Laval Steyiy

Foreign Markets Mixed as Trading Slumps on Downbeat China

Market report notes early moves in Paris and Tokyo with some gains in French shares while overall sentiment remains cautious. French and international stocks showed uneven performance as trading closed irregular amid weak cues from commodity and energy sectors.

Parise Skeres Lenin

Elevation of Priest Acked for Monsignor Rank in San Antonio

Archdiocese officials say Archbishop Arthur J Drossaerts asked the Pope to appoint four San Antonio priests to monsignor status. The nominees are Rev Thomas Movaggamba of St Michael's, Rev M Garrigan of St Gecella's, Rev P J Behnetzer of St Joseph's, and Rev Geehan. Elevation is a recognition of service and carries no jurisdictional power. investiture awaits papal appointment.

Arthur J Drossaerts Tustday San Antonio PJ. Geenan Archdiocese Thomas Movaggamba St. Michael's Church M. & Garrign St Gecella’s P. J. Behnetzer St. Joseph's Chursh Father Geehan Wie Rey Gethan

Cotton Market Shifts Include Brazil Export Outlook

The report notes April export plans of 1405 bales of Brazilian cotton from a port, with local May and July futures showing declines. Prices fluctuated near opening levels, and Liverpool Cotton prices in March softened slightly while global trading slowed.

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Chicago Haircuts Priced by Law

A Chicago court decree fixed barber prices, setting haircuts at 23 cents and shaves at 23 cents with department stores and barber colleges given exceptions. A permanent designation of contempt was defined, and the ruling was issued by Judge McGoorly in the Superior Court.

Chicago Chilago Dudge Tubn McGoorly Bacher

Canine Makes Auto Her Maternity Ward

In Los Angeles on April 6 a dog entered a maternity hospital ward and caused a scene. A mother reportedly left the car and the animal followed, entering a machine in the facility and delaying care for a short period.

Canine Los Argeles Jangfard Ito

Hair Market Extends High Prices Amid Mixed Week

Prices for adult and kid hair reach 21 and 31 cents respectively as 130000 pounds are bought, with optimism returning after last year’s low. New clip estimated at 9.5 million pounds, shearing delayed by three weeks. Statewide activity remains uneven though contracts rise. Labor issues are minimal this season compared with last year.

Ban Angelo Texer Bel Air Vie San Angelo Eason Abdul Yange

Wall Street Sees Mixed Signals As Market Lacks Clear bullish Drive

Spectators report a tepid close with prices damaged after a tentative session. Traders expect a strong GM quarterly report next week to reveal industry performance, while speculative aviation demand hints at enduring military spending.

Wall Street Briefs From New York Aims To Track Failures

Wall Street briefs report U S business failures through April 1, noting counts near 271 with comparisons to prior weeks. The data cover agents, shipments, and stocks, with figures on loans, interest, and manufacturing activity. Preliminary Institute findings in Sheep Cone SAWCHUR indicate bookings fell slightly from last month yet rose about 4 percent year over year, signaling mixed demand in steel and construction sectors.

Macc Atcan Institute

Carloadings at Louis aart di AP report

AP dispatch describes freight car loadings at a Louisiana port as the year begins. The unstable text records ship activity and revenue figures with garbled names and numbers, noting a February timing and a committal line.

Louis Aart Jas Sane Agit

Negro CCC Camp Proposal Fought in Sweetwater

Governor James Vo Aired and Acting Governor Walter Woodul, amid protests from Sweetwater citizens, opposed establishing a Negro CCC camp to replace white workers. War Department reports show objections voiced from Anchin and Washington as congressional hearings loom.

Sweetwater Madha Dohnsol Hageed Elgath Corps War Department James Vo Aired Walter Woodul Oaes Wredhi Anchin Allred Oiz Washington Euing

San Antonio livestock market mixed prices and heavy supply

San Antonio market reports slow trading for slaughter cattle with heavy supply and steady to firm prices. Offal and calf listings show varied quotes amid overall active but uneven demand. Local buyers and feeders weighed options as multiple grades moved at modest advances.

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Wool Market Dispatch Reports Sluggish Trade and Price Pressure

A fragmented AP despatch notes a weak wool market with limited activity in Sivaten and Texas shipments. Prices drift, demand remains soft, and many wools see reduced buyer interest as sellers adjust to a softer market.

Beth-el to Observe Passover Season

Beth-el marks Passover with a festival service at 6 p m on Wednesday in the temple hall. Ephraim Friszh will preach and the choir will perform seasonal pieces. The congregational Seder and Passover supper follow, supervised by Joe M4 Prost and led by Mrs Ande Madetz Novich in melodies. Ralph Frosch is slated to speak at 10 30 a m Thursday at the temple.

Joe M4 Prost Ande Madetz Novich Ralphi Frosch

Youth Elected President on First Ballot at Jefferson High

George Delaywa Jr won the student council presidency at Jefferson High School on the first ballot, a school history maker. Belavart, member of the national honor society and track team, previously attended Jefferson from Marit Twain Junior School.

George Delaywa Jr Sudent Council Jefferson High School Belavart National Honor Sociory Heramie Ta Jefferson Marit Twain Junior School

Woodring Tours Fort Sam Houston During Inspection

Assistant Secretary of War Harry A. Woodring toured Fort Sam Houston Tuesday morning with Second Division units under Major Generals Johnson Hagood and Frank Bolles. He conducted a water tour of the fort and the new hospital area after reviewing the forces. This was his fourth day in San Antonio as he planned to depart for Barksdale Field, Louisiana, Wednesday morning.

Harry A. Woodring Fort Sam Houston Bmaj Johnson Hagood Eighth Corps Frank ©. Bolles Woodring Johnson Balles Hosepital San Antoni Barksdale Field

Fruits Vegetables Shipments and Market Report Summary

A long, garbled list reports shipments from U. S. and state departments of agriculture in Texas and other areas, with many vegetable items and varying quantities. It notes onion markets in Montgomery villa area as firm for yellow Ber rua and weaker for Crystal White Wax, plus mixed vegetable movements and mixed citrus markets.

U. S South Texan United States Zpinsth Texas Texan Dxymon Villa Lower Valley Clowdy Carson Pittsburgh Cart St Lovie Chicago Boston Arizona Washington Virginia New York

Westmoorland Plays Tuesday At Weaymenrinid College

Westmoorland college presents two plays Tuesday night at 8 18 in the college auditorium directed by Mrs. E G Robbins. Cast for The Fifteenth Candle includes Virghtila Thalic Dan Moses Phyllis Semmail PAL Dixon and Mary Jo Wicks. On the Third Day features Elly Mae Stateke Walter Btareke Av Watson Elizabeth Lancnatey Tonne Bryant James Carter Jack wave Chester Brown Mary Jo Wicks and Richard Kellerman. A college male quartet will sing.

Weaymenrinid Yollage College E.G. Robbins. Gast Virghtila Thalic Dan Moses Phyllis Semmail Pal Dixon Mary Jo Wicks Elly Mae Stateke Walter Btareke Av Watson Elizabeth Lancnatey Tonne Bryant James Carter

Markets and Prices for Fruits Vegetables and Dairy

A lengthy list of market quotations across fruits vegetables and dairy items. Entries include prices for apples onions lettuce asparagus beets cabbage cantaloupes oranges lemons limes strawberries and more with quantities in crates bushels and dozens. Also shows poultry eggs and dairy product prices.

Powherries Seeia Okra Texas Donna Idaho Maine Maurice Na

Poultry and Produce Prices Across New York and Chicago

Scattered live poultry and dressed meat quotations from New York and Chicago show price shifts on April 16. Notes indicate live poultry, broilers, hens, fryers, and ducks, with assorted reductions and rises amid market activity and receipts in the New York and Chicago markets.

York Rowltry Yew York April Noultry Atency Tran Rincach Polary Chicago cary—Poutey Reese Cacuna

German Fugitive to Speak in San Antonio

German fugitive Gerhaet Reger, once a member of the German teiclsiag, arrives in San Antonio Tuesday to lecture at the San Pedro Playhouse on present moral and political conditions in Germany. He is a former prisoner from a Berlin concentration camp. Dr W W Jackson of Westmoorland College helps sponsor the event.

Gerhaet Reger Teiclsiag Nasidom San Antonio Silermich Germany San Pedro Playhouse Subile Seger Berlin W. W. Jackson Westmoorland College

Students Give History Talks at Alamo Schedule

Local students from Teview Texas schools begin a series of history talks at the Alamo on Monday April 22 continuing through the week. Students Eugen Meissner Kenneth Chiam Gene Tedford Gloria Rhi¢ and others speak at various times with a busy daily slate across the day.

Teview Texas History Daily The Alamo Mogdey Pritay Eugene Meissner Kenneth Chiam Gene Tedford Mildred Goef Gloria R. Rhi Forrest Duke Sarah Rawe Ray Palmer Frank Haymeker Fred Schmid Conrad Nesting Willella Ducker Rose, Wilson Frank Mooney Reymond Lorthey Margaret Moses Robert Alford Gertrude Rogers Huby Keller Mana Ruth Crockett Byron Buller Edward Brony Jon Bacon Guy Jackson Guey Frank Cures Virginia Dink Elwahety Martly Virgin Alvey Ellee Tapgert Frances Guerra Mary Catherine Growley Janet Fulcher Jarvis Zardon Kibert Lee South Onal Herod Joe W. Heal John Phillips

Home Brew Battle Bursts injures deputies in raid

Two deputies and a man named Barker were injured during a beer bottle explosion while destroying illegal home brew gear on West Houston Street. Deputy Coe was shot in the arm by an accidentally discharged shotgun during the same raid. Barker suffered a severed artery and arm injuries.

Bieriff A! W Ralph Guinand C.D. Holland Houston Street Abert

Parents Told Son Buried in Cellar

Chicago a unsigned letter to Mr and Mrs Richard Perrott claims their 4 year old Alan, missing for 12 days, is dead and buried in a basement near his home. The letter from Bueton Mich says authorities must dig in the neighborhood basements to find the body as investigators plan a search of the area for a trace of the missing child.

Chicago Richard Perrott Therm Alan Buetan Mich Potlee Tong Ihe

Liszt Paris Home Faces Demolition

Paris where Franz Liszt lived and gave his last recital faces demolition. A plaque marking Liszt’s residence was placed there by artist Munkaesy.

Liszt Paris Ajit Franz Usat Planet Traly Lisst Munkaesy

Market Mixed As Stocks Edge Ahead On Light Trade

New York stocks showed only small gains amid thin trading as investors awaited clearer signals from corporate earnings. Blue chip issues such as Chrysler and International Harvester hovered near unchanged while Texas Corporation and Howe Sound posted modest advances. declines appeared in Speck sites and related industrial shares with market breadth uneven and a slight rally observed in select oil and chemical issues.

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