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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1929
Page
19
Market report shows steady gains fading as produce values adjust after reopening. Apples fall to 81 cents per unit while potatoes rise slightly and carrots decline. tons of crops see mixed shifts. Commission houses report two changes amid a broader market rebound and fluctuating wholesale quotes.
A fragment from a market page shows price entries for apples, beans, potatoes, greens, and many vegetables. Items include apples at various prices, onions, cabbage, carrots, grapes, pumpkins, tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, celery, lemons, limes, and herbs with per-item and per-bushel or per-pound quotes.
Auction notes show a teen bidder driving early interest at a poultry sale, with consignments from Va to Thene petine and multiple lots described in rough currency increments, including 22 cents, 16 vente dhieaiere, and 44 cent rounds, signaling lively early bidding.
A San Marie area notice details a divorce filing involving Mrs Samie Gyekss and a male party by clerk Hose ents. The document references marriage protections, county official inquiries, and a request for the divorce decree to proceed, with dates surrounding March and October court activity.
A Wall Street Spectator report predicts mixed conditions as markets adjust after year-end. It notes bulls may push certain stocks higher while brokerage forecasts shift toward bonds and stable cash returns, with potential gains in utilities and transportation sectors amid new pricing plans for New York taxis.
The report notes a downturn in wheat values with a soft export picture from North America and a small uptick in banking terms. It mentions December planting prospects and price signals across futures, plus local market quotes for San Antonio and Liverpool wheat deliveries and related grain prices.
Texan G I Mettauer of Chireno is blind for 19 years yet remains a famed East Texas fox hunter. At 45 he lost his sight after a rifle firing chamber exploded but he continues riding at night and guiding hunts, earning respect as one of the region’s best despite his disability. He has faced two serious falls, once when his horse trod into a hole and another when he stepped on a soft spot at a bridge.
Valley agricultural report notes acreage expansion for potatoes as thaw eases soil conditions. Projected increases reflect favorable weather. local farms anticipate higher yields, market impact, and potential price adjustments amid evolving irrigation plans and regional cooperation.
Fragmentary OCR items show Valley Scouts event mentions Gov Mondy and local officials amid garbled words and scattered names. Other lines reference Port Arthur, storm wall projects, and civic notices, with multiple unclear fragments throughout.
Historical stock listings show varied quotes across multiple firms in San Antonio. Prices reflect brief gains and declines with notes on potential changes and uncertainties, urging investors to seek confirmation from current sources.
The plan outlines a highway from Mexico City to No gales via Guadalajara Mazatlan and Guaymas with completion targeted by 1941. Work on the Mexico City to Guadalajara segment is under way and slated for end of 1920, while the Mazatlan route is described as terminated by rebel events and later restarted.
A Chinese gold inlaid ceremonial measure dating to ancient times was donated to the Boston Museum of Fine Arts by Dr. Dennis W. Ross. The artifact, roughly four inches tall, features a segmented dial and decorative bosses, reflecting ancient Chinese weight and trade practices.
Report describes a schoolyard incident where a spear fence did not halt students, with disjointed OCR text indicating confusion over safety and an unclear sequence of events involving a crowd, possible injuries, and reactions from staff.
A local community announces the formation of a Kiddies Theater Group. The notice notes new members, aims for performances, and upcoming rehearsals planned at the community center, inviting children to join and participate.
The cotton market opened weaker with losses up to 4 points and limited upticks on slight buying. By mid session trading was subdued with dealers noting hedging pressure and quiet demand, pricing around 171.5 to 129.2 for nearby months as receipts and futures activity show a cautious tone in New Orleans and Liverool markets.
Immigration officers report a mother and three children drowned while attempting illegal entry at the Rio Grande. The boat overturned midstream leaving all but the guide drowned as family members and a guide were later deported from the United States.
In Anuel o county, agents seized Lipase Saturation on a Saturday, charging a man with smuggling and possession after a car pursuit ended with the driver Vande Aberin or Colentin at the scene. Several associates were named and faced related charges as the case moves to court.
The article describes Eden hosting celebrated aviator and football coach Angelo Die and others. It notes their roles with the Army Air Force, commands, and ties to U.S. aviation history, with references to military units and a planned event at a university site.
At Junction a teachers meeting convened with Superintendent presiding. Principal Bethy Mann attended alongside the secretary Grn Heweeenl, and other staff. Attendees included Mike Mary and Hageaner, with focus on teacher attendance and upcoming district plans.
San Antonio livestock notes show heavy cattle slaughter with varied prices across classes and einventory lines. Chicago Kansas City reports list brisk trader activity with goats sheep and veal underlines, noting steady to lower bids and mixed weights.
In Texas near San Denitg, wild ducks gathered on shallow waters alert hunters. An unnamed lead announcer, AL Walker, notes ducks rise in large flocks each morning and settle on feeding grounds. A cameraman will film the takeoffs as motorists pass by a nearby tunnel highway.
Boston dispatch reports a family saved from a house fire when a dog named Spot detected smoke and barked to awaken 16 year old Richard Buckley, his parents Henry and Susie Wagner Buckley, and grandmother Susie Wagner. Firefighters controlled the blaze in the cellar while the dog vanished after the rescue.
Jesua Lopez of Brownsville recently bought a Ford car and used oxen to clear a path from the highway to his home. The scene notes a rural setting as the team guides the wagon along the road.
A fragment from Beaumont reports gavels presented to three high school segments. The little text notes a formal presentation by officials to school leaders, indicating a ceremonial recognition event at Beaumont schools.
In Vernon Texas on December 30 the Unggard family was found dead in their beds. The father’s body lay nearby with a single shotgun, no note, and investigators suspect the father killed five children before taking his own life. Coroner’s inquest expected to confirm suicide by the father and murder by unknown persons for the children.
San Marcos Chamber of Commerce directors reaffirm two objective areas from 1920 to guide current policy. The plan emphasizes maintaining the post road, advancing practical agricultural programs in trade and industry, and expanding the Moss Agricultural segment as the December bridge project progresses.
The Duchess of San Carlos has been elected president of the Association for the Suppression of Profane Language in Madrid. The group seeks to curb vulgar speech and promote polite discourse across venues and publications.
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