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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1932
Page
15
The column reports a lighter tone in mail and reader submissions, showing less pessimism about business and unemployment. It cites inquiries from traders seeking securities and opportunities, while labor unrest has softened. It features quotes from Arthur Fertig, Willem Helmke, Walter Parker, B. B. Hine, P. M. Ringdal, Albert B. Lard, Leuk S. Clerk, and T. Sumo on economics, technocracy, and national policy.
U S Kreuger suit seeks 280 million dollars alleging 100 million paid out wrongly by International Match, a Kreuger and Tol subsidiary. Two suits filed today in New York against eight American directors of the bankrupt match company. The Irving Trust Company is named as trustee for International Match.
Beavers attack pecan groves near Devil's River, dragging down young trees and creating widespread damage as they strip and relocate saplings into their dammed waterways. The unusual flood of beaver activity threatens local fruit and tree yields, prompting concern among landowners and officials.
The Fiesta Association announced plans for Fiesta de Salt Jociata to be launched next week with fundraising solicitations. Trek Ray Bould as secretary and manager will preside, introducing new directors D A Powril Carl Bickers Clay Quoningham Ferguson Huntress Leighton and Judge Frost Woodhall, who take office at this meeting. New officers for 1939 include L E Fite first vice president Ralph Durkee second vice president P G Lucas third vice president and I P EL AMlje treasurer.
Temporary repair work finished on the two Devil's River dams and the steam plant damaged by floods last September. Permanent repairs planned by Bum Walk, manager of the Central Power and Light company. About 108 men worked. Bolnes and Indinka damaged to about $100,000.
A county case proceeds on a charge of assault with intent to make harm following a local holiday event. The record notes a December date and a judge’s involvement in the proceedings with a total amount mentioned as $600.
News item records a Kappa Xi sorority New Year dinner and dance on New Year’s Eve. Also notes children of Lock Hill and preschoolers entertained by Parcel-Teacher Association with candy and cookies provided by mothers, plus a spaghetti supper planned by Mrs B D Frazer.
Treasury receipts Washington D C lists December figures with totals for revenue, customs and balance. Notable amounts include 24,627,431.14 in receipts, 41,207,502.28 in expenditures, and a balance of 58,102.70, with December customs receipts noted as 28,190.
Memphis December session opens the South-wide Cotton conference as governors and state representatives review two executive committee proposals to raise and stabilize cotton prices. One proposal would place legislative control at gins to regulate production and marketing, while the Long-Talmadge plan for 1934 is favored by a minority.
Funeral services were held for Mrs. Atgle Mae Reynolds, 40, who died from injuries in an automobile accident in Corpus Christi. Survived by husband, son, four sisters and two brothers, with further relatives attending the ceremony in Band Lollaw.
Italian Society to hold banquet tonight with dancing and performances by Spenches and sons under the direction of Pat Viol. Jon Barberio, president of the club, will be Loastraaler, with plans outlined for the Salian Philodramatic group’s event.
Dr Frederick Toney of Columbia University reports to the Lee Association that less than 25 percent of the human brain is used, with 75 percent unused. He notes the brain's cortex contains about 14 billion cells and contrasts human brain age with opossum brain age, stressing potential links to mental function and disease.
In a garbled record of deeds dated between 1948 and 1982, transfers involve multiple properties and parties including Inca Gayow, Pervel A. Cranphell, G. Lowe, Vin T. Brough, and the W.F. Rumen trust. The document lists deeds with dates such as December 6 1974, November 15 1982, and November 26 1979, referencing blocks, townships, and estate transfers across several locations and entities.
Peter Felerson, Studebaker chauffeur for 27 years, shot his wife and daughter and then killed himself after learning of a new will reducing his expected inheritance of 5000 dollars. He telephoned police and Clement Studebaker to say he had slain them and would end his own life. Police found all three dead with shots to the right temple.
Texans shared in refunds issued by the Treasury for taxes erroneously collected in the last fiscal year. Notable beneficiaries included Mrs. Elizabeth Goott of Fort Worth with 28685, several San Antonio institutions, the United States Fruit Company of Boston receiving 2960000, and Oklahoma residents led by Indian wards. The overall total was 80583564, up from 69478800 in 1931, amid a court ruling on income taxation of certain Oklahoma Indian lands.
In McAllen a 11 year old, Charles Hill, shot his elder brother William Au Hill accidentally with a shotgun. The youths were returning from husting with Charles Crawford when the gun discharged striking William in the right arm and chest. Funeral services were held at the Baptist church in Pharr today.
South Africa announces it is virtually off the gold standard as government measures try to halt currency flight amid political uncertainty. Despite reduced public excitement, monetary turmoil continues under ongoing political strain.
Dr Arthur Bovella of New York University will be the principal speaker at San Marcos Rotary and Kiwanis annual joint meeting Thursday night. Dean H. E. Speak of San Marcos Teachers College serves as toastmaster, with the event led by local club officials.
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