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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1935
Page
11
Financial and industrial notes reveal rising confidence in 1936. Steel output, rail traffic, and electric power demand surge while bank clearings climb. auto demand and durable goods pickup boost construction. Public bond bids in Texas seek 350000 in improvement bonds. notices include license applications and local business permits.
Report covers rising telephony installs and insurance, November dividends, and a 10 percent payroll rise in durable goods. Dun and Bradstreet notes a broad retail lift, 1935 commercial failures forecast low for 15 years. 1934 income tax data show gains up to 50 000 a year, with million-dollar incomes down. Wholesale prices near five-year highs. meat consumption down as Chicago packers curb buying to drop prices. Campaign issue: higher living costs spark complaints. Industry firms plan anti policies push. Governor Tu joined by Roosevelt supporters plans to mobilize. NYSE President Gay says cash buys remain heavy despite rising stock quotes. Overall economic rhetoric signals cautious optimism amid political stances.
The case centers on Federal Leparatories Inc versus Towne Young over a relic known as Razor, claimed to be 145 years old with a tangled history. J. R Fields of Millport, Alabama, holds ties to the item which was purchased in Ireland in 1990 and later moved to America in 1812. The proceeding seeks leave to file a petition to try the matter in a federal court context.
Turkeys price increases to 20 cents in Cuero as Christmas trade begins. Thousands of birds move into town while packers run long hours to meet demand. 1935 turkey crop forecast near 15 percent under 1934, with about 150000 turkeys expected for the season. Dealers plan to ship 200 carloads of dressed birds for Christmas. Thanksgiving shipments totaled 4 carloads.
Joe Pickett a 24 year old Whitsett oilman faces a murder without malice charge in the death of Billie Sunni Wy. Jurors were to be drawn from a hat after a motion to quash the indictment failed. The case reveals a secret August wedding between Pickett and Doris Hall.
GC Bhay of 405 East Myrtle Street Manlay reports a white goose stolen Sunday night. Police note the thief may be linked to other thefts from nearby residents, including Mrs J T Dondlinger and Mrs Henry Garthardt, as investigations continue.
In October last year the United States exported 4.13 million dollars in goods to Argentina while Argentina sent 2.01 million to the United States. This year the U S exports fell to 4.97 million and Argentina’s imports rose to 8.48 million, indicating a smaller U S sale and larger purchases from Argentina.
A jury in Fifty-seventh District Court is to hear evidence in a suit by L. Briegs seeking 31 000 damages from Alamo Downs Inc. He alleges a part-won betting ticket was dropped at a track on May 17 and, after picking it up, he was detained by Special Officer Flores until 7 30 p m. Briegs claims 1 for loss of earnings 5000 for mental anguish and 5000 exemplary damages.
Police report fourteen people treated at San Anlo hospitals after weekend crashes. An auto collision on Quintana toad and Likely street Sunday sent five to Robert B. Green hospital. several others, including Frances Tortire and family, were treated for injuries. Additional injuries occurred in incidents on the Austin highway near Scimia and at Brookin avenue and Dallas street, with victims aged from 2 to 90 years.
The Valley Group condemns Hidalgo county officials in a McAllen chamber of commerce resolution. It accuses the Texas Centennial commission of wasteful spending on markets and notes a survey found locals unfamiliar with the commemorated figures and events.
Phil Wright's new car escaped a dent after backing from the city hall driveway. Three men untangled two vehicles following a minor fender clash. The commissioner's car fenders remained undamaged though the other car sustained a slight dent.
The Radio Theater presents That funny little play to Show-Git with Joe F. Brown in the title role. A complete program of moon songs with Cyril Pitts and others accompanies the main feature. Also listed are Saturday and Tuesday schedules for the studio and various programs on WOAT and WOAL with music, news, and rotating acts.
A memorial service is planned for two district judges who died during the war. The service will be held Saturday at the eld Init. Seventh Diablosboury Toor, organized by Ben 5, Mor president of the San An- Tey suscesities. Judge G. Tayloe and Judge Andervon will preside. Public is invited.
The Supreme Court ruled that the federal government lacks power to impose a special tax on tobacco manufacturers and dealers in dry states after the prohibition amendment was repealed. In a 6 to 3 decision, Chief Justice Roberts led the majority affirming state rights and striking down the federal levy. Justices Brennans, Stone, and Cardozo dissented.
In a sermon at St Patrick's Cathedral Cardinal Hayes condemns the birth control movement discussed at a Carnegie anti birth control rally. He warns against expediency and links population policy to national decline, urging economic and social reforms to support larger families.
A pulse containing $143 was reported missing. Police list victims including A B Rush 1200 Broad, Mrs A Nacholin 24 Fendleton avenue, Mrs Lee Wes Lynwood avenue, Stella Re 38 Nebraska street, Mrs Garah McGee 93 Customs avenue, Miss Minnie Te Marlin 2037 Browlway, Walter Hemman Deeme, Mrs J W Dickson 237 Donaldson avenue, and others. Items stolen include clothing, purses, and a gas hose.
James A Mollison an famed British flyer and record holder visited San Antonio on Monday hosted by Bart Moore. He praised American air transport and the U S air mail system while noting England's subsidies and limited night flying. Mollison’s wife Amy Mallison, a noted flyer, is recovering in Paris after a minor operation.
County officers consider moving to straight salaries with a monthly raise for the sheriff and a secretary to 980 pounds. Constable Will W. Weed argues deputies should cover their own car costs. County Justice Foost Wood begins the discussion, signaling the start of moves to standardize pay.
Brief obituary items list John Ghort 94 died at Borie Bundy with Monday services, survived by Frank Stort of San Antonio. Robert Maxwell 65 with services in Durstay Trimhe chapel, survived by widow Elara Maxwell and siblings. Cora Burt 59 resident of Antonie for 20 years with Monday services, survivors include husband Keetan Burt and children. Marginal Sprague and Voy Hughes with Miss Margaret Murall noted among survivors. town and church details appear garbled.
By BR Collins and M Sethe of San Antonis, delegates named to join the Texas delegation at the Southern States Industrial council conference in Birmingham Alabama on December 18.
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