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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1921
Page
9
August dispatch from Tampico reports British firms Aguila and Corona plan to continue exporting oil despite Mexico's new export tax. Transcontinental and other American companies slash shipments, while Mexican Gulf and Freeport & Mexican keep moving. A proposed 4 percent gross receipts income tax for August targets American and foreign firms, prompting broad protests and calls for modification.
An advertise style claim touts a new yeast product offering rapid fitness and health benefits. It markets concentrated brewer’s yeast as superior to ordinary yeast, promising weight gain, strength, and vitality through a tablet form. The copy cites vitamins, notes high potency, and claims extensive directions and pricing.
A Saltillo based mining group reports a stockholders meeting set for August 29 at Loy Placerss Mining company offices in Saltillo. The Amila group of mines in the Finilec oper district has filings by Torrena parties. Miners in Timluieo mountains districts protest scarce shipments and resources affecting Noch ores.
In Torreon Mexico Aug 15 two children were found drowned in the Na ane river near a railroad bridge. Crewe Rodriguez nine and Samuel Gutanes ten or eleven were recovered under the current. Local carpenters were repairing the bridge when the tragedy occurred and bystanders helped search but the full details remain unclear.
A distinguished party touring Mexico by automobile from Wert Ter arrives in Torreon and Mesien on August 12 for a lands inspection. The full party includes noted figures from Houston and other cities. They report favorable reception and plan to seek employment opportunities during their journey as they continue toward Merion and Tyrpere.
In Coahuila unrest rises as authorities curb permits for ground storage tanks and reservoirs to conserve oils in Lampico fields. The Cero Ol company seeks five more wells at Timpache while constant drilling continues nationwide and oil prices impact Mexican stocks amid rising demand. Prices in the markets push stock values higher despite limited supply.
Orveon Coahuila Mexico Ang 12 reports commission merchants in this city vetoing the sale of American corn to be distributed locally. Most shipments head through the high seas and Lerida. American corn dominates Mestco consumption as new evap units lag. If fall evans fall short, Mexico may import corn year round. An Ohio steamer arrived at Vera Cruz with 509,000 sacks of corn, much of which will go to Mexico City.
In Puebla Mexico August 4 workers fear plant shutdowns as factories refuse to pay the higher power prices demanded by the Light and Power Company. Authorities report about 40,000 pesos are owed, with no agreement on future charges, risking widespread layoffs and production halts if power is cut.
A fragmentary report notes ore shipments by rail from Velardena to Chihuahua with plans to ship through San Antonio routes. It mentions August Carin Harker and Hilory Cond and Silver Miling Cempane erp ere this week, with shipments arranged and transportation via railroad service for ore and supplies.
Fragmentary report notes Ballitin and Medco factories halted operations due to strife with coal miners and adverse conditions. It mentions discharged workers, fuel shortages, and supply disruptions at Ramune Avenue facilities affecting coal handling and warehousing.
Reports from Queretaro describe a lethal strike at a Hervey factory where workers and guards reportedly exchange fire. The conflict escalated as villagers and labor groups clashed with authorities leading to deaths and injuries, while negotiations stalled over a potential weaponless surrender.
garbled notice describes reopening activities and dates in October for a local school. mentions building repairs, revollution, and readiness for term, with references to domestic restoration and associated events.
Preparations are underway for a holiday observance in Kureeon and Mexican communities. Officials and committees, including Dre Zorigno Opeammnes and other aldermen, discuss plans and funding while monitors from Ligconuell oversee proceedings.
Mexico City August 1. The Tampico district in Mexico has long shown oil in seepage pools. Production rose from 1901 with 1036 barrels to 108 barrels in 1901, then 1 06 054 barrels and 93 000 barrels in later years. On March 1 last there were 887 producing wells yielding about 3 000 barrels every 4 hours. Most wells are gushers with few pumps. Tank steamers move oil from Tampico to world ports, mainly owned by American companies. Depths and costs vary by field and location.
The report describes oil regions with 3567 miles of pine? roads and fourteen refineries active, others under construction. It notes municipal, safe and federal taxes on wells, structures and production, with export duties on fuels and lubricants. High dividend payouts by major companies are mentioned amid growing production and trade.
Gabino Calvo, a prominent farmer and city leader in Tarren Conta Mex, died after poor health. He served as a city colonel and was active in local development plans, owning property and supporting community projects. A new Durango train timetable also announced, with Torreon service at night and morning departures. In Chihuahua, Mennonite families from Canada prepare to settle lands, bringing household goods and livestock free of charge.
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