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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 02, 1934

Page

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Money Parley Signals Shifts in Gold Policy debate

Washington reports a private parley on Roosevelt’s gold standard amid French gold flows and potential shifts by Britain and the United States. Officials weigh France’s possible departure from the gold standard, London’s role in any move, and the impact on the dollar price of gold while monitoring U S commodity prices and the stock market.

Roosevelt America France Suse Paris London United States Sehdard Furth Treasury Alfhonen Bureau of Labor Statistics

Market drift trims gains as dollar steadies in early week

An American market index compiled for the press shows a slight dip amid thin activity. Traders reported a cautious mood as the dollar firmed and silver prices softened, reflecting modest shifts in currency and precious metals trading.

Flow of Gold to Start to U S Under Roosevelt Policy

Gold shipments under President Roosevelt’s revaluation plan proceed. About 80,000,099 francs worth of gold, equivalent to roughly $12,008,000, has been sent aboard the Washington. A similar amount is expected to depart on the Bremen and another ship.

United States Roosevelt Washington Bremen Berenaria

Shanghai Speculators Move to End Dollar Farce

Shanghai money speculators plan to abandon the dollar standard and shift to franc prospects as they retreat from volatile euro-dollar markets. Heavy selling of irats indicates pressure to redefine exchange norms and reduce exposure.

Shanghai Shanghei Shang- Poh Franz

Japan Waits U S British Pact Says Korekiyo Hashi

In a Feb 2 report Japan indicated it would not follow President Roosevelt’s proposed policy, warning that leading powers study their models and exchange finance. Finance Minister Korekiyo Hashi stated Japan’s stance in response to questions, signaling a shift toward a largely British framework.

FORIO Japan Roosevelt Korekiyo Pshashi Inday Nibe Linnse Takahashi

Canada Awaits New Dollar Impact on Trade and Prices

Canadian financial leaders view the modified dollar as a potential booster for Canada’s exports and import costs. They expect cheaper dollars to lift purchasing power, support commodity prices, and strengthen export trade while London’s gold price variations may still allow Canadian profits.

United Eastes Canada London Washington Dominion

Sankey to Face Kidnap Trial in Pierre

Chicago reports Verne Sankey, once linked to the Lindbergh case, escaping charged involvement in the Boettcher kidnapping. He heads to federal court in Pierre for the Boettcher abduction case while authorities confront links to Lindbergh. Gordon Francis Alcorn in Washington is described as the last alleged kidnapper, with the Justice Department confirming his role.

Chicago Verne Sankey America No. 17 Cal Charles A. Kindbergh Denver Charles Boettcher South Dakota Lindbergh Pistre, &. D Washington, DC Gordon Francis Alcorn Justice Department Department Salt Alcor Boettcher

Centennarian Fifth Cavalry Remains at Fort C Park Brackettville

The Fifth Cavalry, one of the last horse outfits in the U.S. Army, is about a hundred years old and stationed at Fort C Park Brackettville. The historic unit preserves cavalry heritage as it endures in a modern army era.

Fifth Cavalry United States Army Fort C Park Brackettville

Hungary Seen As Chief Offender In World Wheat Policy

London dispatch reports Hungary blamed for depressing world wheat prices via subsidies. The final session of the international wheat commission criticized direct and indirect subsidies and proposed measures to curb consumption and raise export controls. If 21 governments agree to abolish subsidies, commissions urge cooperative action to stabilize prices.

London Hungary

Monarchist Leagues Banned in Germany

Wilhelm Pricke, Germany interior minister, signs dissolution of all monarchist leagues as authorities crush the aspirations of the former Kaiser Wilhelm. The move marks a decisive crackdown on monarchist groups amid postwar tensions.

Germany Bertin Feo Kaiser Wilhelm Miniier Wilhelm

Texas Voters Pay Poll Taxes Amid Record Receipts

The Avpnciated Wrens report rising voter tax payments across Texas with Dallas handling 48,212 payments, Houston- area totals near 67,200, and Fort Worth about 31,000. Austin saw 24,492, Nacogdoches high but incomplete counts, Galveston County down slightly from last year, Waco at 17,198, and Abilene and Taylor County reflecting nearing deadlines amid unopened mail and exemptions.

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Tax payment totals across towns show exemptions rising

The record notes widespread higher totals with exemptions, listing Denton 400 exemptions, Denison up to 3000, San Angelo 7108 payments and 900 exemptions, Plainview 3200 with 400 exemptions, Temple 10500 with 208 exemptions, Lubbock 4931 and 1000 expected exempt, Wichita Falls 15000 paid with 2560 exemptions, Longview 6650 poll tax and 395 exemptions, city totals 1628. notes rent ad 2.50 weekly and light glass classified items.

Neltata San Angelo Plainview Amiarlin Longview

Allen to Call New Vote in Louisiana

Governor Allen announced plans to issue a proclamation on February 20 to call and set a date for another special election in Louisiana's Sixth District. The seat remains vacant after the House rejected seating either Allen, Bolivar Kemp Sr, or J. Sanders Jr., who contested the claimants.

Allen Louisiana Baton Rouge Congress Valrant House of Veteresentatives House Aiis Bolivar E. Kemp Sr J. ¥. Sandera Jr

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