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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1931
Page
24
The U S Bureau of Standards outlines a future where homes stay comfortable in summer by lowering humidity and using evaporative cooling. Windows stay open to breeze, air is dried, and cooling systems mimic large building methods to achieve modest interior cooling.
Shanghai's Bhenghai municipal council reports a booming building program begun in 1930 with estimated costs near 17 million. The Bureau of Table Works issued 13,555 permits for construction outside settlement areas, totaling about 2.64 million dollars. Commissioner A Viole Smith waned to Webbington at an international ceremony in Shanghai.
In Paris, Gen. Pershing remains loyal to the old military tunic with a standing collar, reportedly the only retired American general not yet adopting the roll collar. After World War I, the U.S. ordered troops to abandon high collars, a change many followed, but Pershing continues to wear the traditional wartime garb.
In Muncie Indiana on August 4 UNN reports residents protest after a shelter house closes and a former superintendent complains dogs howl and attempt to gain entry. Mrs W C Ball aids as shelter upkeep costs rise to £10 a month.
Aug 4 Osaka, Japan, reports the planned construction of the largest railroad station in the Far East. The project aims at an estimated cost around 200 million, with design aims to boost Osaka as a major transit hub. Local consul Diekover notes the plan, though some project details remain unclear from the fragmentary report.
Grain market notes from Chicago show wheat prices tumbling amid European import restrictions and hedging demand. Record U.S. and European supply concerns push oats and corn values down, with several price points listed and regional declines noted.
The day features scattered activity in investment trusts and a wide range of securities with varied dealer interest. Traders note speculative movements in prominent funds as New York prices drift amid late trading and cautious demand.
Gov notes surplus clothing crisis urging action to relieve hunger and nakedness in India China and globally. Calls for trade reforms cites U S storage and distribution failures while criticizing party influence on policy and public sentiment. He advocates stronger action to move cotton stock and aid distribution.
Archibald D. Hose announces the creation of ten new weather sub stations across New England as part of a national upgrade. The network will extend to Nantucket Springfield Providence Burlington St Concord Whitefield Rockland Bangor Eastport and more with hourly reports and full weather condition broadcasts expected to begin in fall.
Stock markets show slow gains then declines with key rail and steel names in focus. Mentions New York Central and New Haven amid broader industry movement. Forecasts hint at continued volatility as transport and manufacturing stocks react to unspecified policy shifts and market pressures.
In Springfield, a series of pardons and paroles were denied or reduced as light sentences. Officials report 84 reform requests reviewed, with several pardons rejected and others adjusted, amid ongoing discussions on leniency for certain offenders.
Albany reports New York Governor Hanserell donated a pint of his own blood to aid a child stricken with infantile paralysis. State health officials announced the fundraising effort amid concerns over the disease. Dr. Thomas Marsande, state health commissioner, recalled the previous outbreak and urged public support for inoculation and care efforts.
Livestock market notes show cattle and hogs trading with varied demand at major yards. Prices range with calves and yearlings moving around steady to higher, while heavier cattle and feeders mix steady to firm. hogs mostly steady to firm amid active receipts. Prices for several weight classes and cuts listed, along with standout lots and regional buyers.
Fragmented OCR notes cite various currencies, prices, and items such as cables, brands, and country mentions. The text names Aus Lasdon Germany and mentions sums like 205 and 28.65, but lacks coherent structure or clear event.
In East Texas the voluntary shutdown of wells in the field appears to gain support among producers led by Charles TL Reeser and others. Captain J P Lucey and local officials promise full cooperation if the political issue shifts toward broader industry action. Green urges a national job conference proposal to address employment amid current economic strain, calling President Hoover to convene rapid talks.
Fragmentary OCR describes Kerr buying land for a highway in Weir County and Kimball County areas. It notes county expenditures, construction materials, and a planned route through Kerrville and nearby locales as part of a larger road project. The text is garbled but centers on land acquisition and highway development.
Fragmented text lists Liottett services in Cotulla with unclear references to COLORS Pexay Ang and Metta names. It mentions health care items and treatments, a Mattets leave, and a vague county connection.
Itemized market listings show prices on fruits vegetables dairy and poultry. Prices cover crates per unit and per-pound rates with varied changes. notes include apples grapes peaches peppers and tomatoes among others. Specifics list crates at 3.50 with multiple items in cents per unit and per pound, reflecting a bustling local market day.
Readable fragments show New York EC reports dressed poultry and frozen items with prices, brands, and supplier notes. Mentions include TORR CREAMERY PRODUCTS, Alice, and various produce items with market terms, packing, and delivery references among unsettled line items.
Kerrville Texas Aug 4 Gall of the brood fish destined for Texas and Georgia are to be stocked in two streams near Kerrville and San Angelo after an exchange by the state fish and game commissions Officials from Heart of Mills hatchery and Sqn Auer hatchery accompanied by Roarke Georgia officials to oversee the transfer in a newly bought state truck The effort aims to enrich streams with two and one half to four pound bream and will include transport provisions and federal permission notes
Paris reports a veterinary surgeon removed a zebra tumor from a captive animal. The procedure, conducted without any anesthetic, allowed the zebra to move freely during the operation and recover afterward.
Newton Conn Aug 4 Conneettone will push its state hospital project at Newton showing 1600 acres with a dozen buildings up and 13 more to start costing 2.5 million. The first 100 patients can be cared for yearly then legislature seeks about 3100000 in the next period for construction and rents alongside existing insane asylums at Northam and Middleton.
Raw cotton futures and market reports show mixed demand and weather signals impacting New Orleans and Liverpool trade. Prices drift with Dec futures near late highs, then ease amid private crop estimates and fears of oversupply.
Aug 2 Seattle judge presides as D H Wood testifies his wife loved dogs more than him, seeking divorce. Mrs Wood denies misconduct while recounting a quarrel over a pet and furnishings. attorney fees set at $10 plus $600 cash. Witnesses describe the strained home life as Wood, 200 pounds, acknowledges anger and a claim of moral conduct.
Aug 4 report from Panis notes extreme heat fueling verbal clashes among locals and resulting in multiple stabbing incidents in one night. Police say assaults targeted men from the un- Weeword land, with victims described as American tourists and locals. Investigations seek motive amid tense conditions.
In August reports from the Animal Rescue Yengie Shelter describe years of decline in work and funding. About 60 dogs remain on hand after a recent intake surge, as shelter officials mobilize to find homes and curb the growing housing crisis for these animals.
Mrs. Vanderbilt was granted a divorce from Puonetive Vanderbilt Jr. in a private proceeding before Judge Benjamin F. Gueter. The trial lasted only a few minutes and concluded with the decree.
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