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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1934
Page
7
Austin February 6 state lawmakers heard Speaker Coke Stevenson and Governor Miriam Aber- Rusol discuss tax action on state relief bonds. Fort Worth Rep. Duvall urged a bill for 5000000 in relief bonds and proposed tax measures to secure retirement while warnings arose about the burden on taxpayers.
Gillespie county tax assessors report total tax assessed in 1933 at 98 808 46 with valuations of 5 714525. Tax district charges include county town and all school taxes totaling 89 157 85 paid by March 31. Auto registrations rose to 2246 in 1924 from 2162, with 228 commercial trucks and 29 farm trucks registered.
Eight jurors in the Seventh District court were ordered by Judge R B Afinar to show cause why they should not be punished for contempt after failing to appear at 2 p.m. on July 7. Bonds of 50 were allowed for each juror. Named jurors include A Linkin, J D Milter, Edward T Jenison, B Foy, Michael T Wells, G Dogger, and William A Menger.
Frio county records show 175 poll tax receipts issued for 1934, up 20 percent from 1923, per Tax Collectors GC. B. Woodward. Auto licenses tallied 754, reflecting rising public revenue.
Investment trusts and corporates listed in a crowded financial notice show diverse holdings and shifting divisions. The document references Bancamer and other entities, noting diversifications, dividend timings, and corporate actions affecting investors.
Grain traders in Chicago and San Antonio reported mixed moves with early declines turning to slight gains before slipping again. Prices showed volatility as Argentine wheat fears and European demand rumors influenced futures while corn and barley posted modestly lower readings and receipts indicated steady but cautious buying.
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A scrambled report describes Washington scenes with officials, readers and Mrs. Gunn, a party table, and President Roosevelt. The piece notes the president’s speeches, a charge of brain trust activity, and a mix of social chatter surrounding Mrs. Wendrow and Mrs. Roosevelt as prominent figures in Washington society.
Stock market notes show a modest early rally with slight declines in metals and utilities. Traders focus on rail, steel, and utilities while currency markets react to French and foreign exchange movements amid concern over embargo effects and banking activity.
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In Ninety fourth district court Tuesday morning Mitte Green alleged to have shot Puckett after a day of tension. Witnesses described a tense scene as Green testified and defense questioned her, with emotional testimony from Green and others detailing the events surrounding the December 27 shooting.
Fragmented OCR text mentions a salute to Mexican Gansul and a corps draw at Fort Sia Heusen at 10 a.m. on Wednesday. Details are garbled with misread names and dates, presenting a partial local item with unclear scope.
SAN ANTONI LEVESIONR notes variable cattle and hog receipts with steers, cows, yearlings, and calves showing mixed demand. Kansas City and St Louis markets report top figures near 5 to 6 dollars for feeder cattle and vealers, while average weights around 400 to 600 pounds push modest gains amid steady to higher bids. Major entities include SAN ANZONI LEVESIONR and regional buyers, with prices quoted for various weights and stock types.
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St Mary Ahomni announces an oyster bake fundraiser in Washington. The notice lists budget items, expenditures, and accounting details totaling over 52 thousand dollars, with various line items and dates referenced in the old ledger.
Local Commission market Tuesday saw a surge of various fruits and vegetables with mixed pricing. Notable items included squash at 4 cents per pound, Rio Grand Valley peas at 4.80 per bushel, strawberries at a per pint price, and California oranges and apples moving at several dollars per box or crate.
Spectators report a volatile Wall Street as stocks rise to multi year highs amid renewed buying. Profit taking grows due to anticipated technical corrections and international capital shifts amid European political uncertainty. Markets show resilience to France's gold position and look to spring trading with railroads rumbling northwest toward a hoped upturn.
Brady announces the July Jubilee and race meet for July 1 and 4 with 5 as a mod date. Ed Broad heads the committee with rare continuity and J H Ordet named vice chairman, outlining the event structure and leadership.
South Texas Teachers Association plans meetings at Brownsville in February with J. D. B. Moore, superintendent, presiding. Hume and other school executives are to participate in the event as prominent figures.
McCulloch County ginnings in 1983 were only half of the previous year says census raumer Richard Feiner Up to January 16 1924 only 1443 bales were ginned vs 29 386 bales the prior year The sharp decline coincides with the government plow-on campaign.
Ray G. Mowery, livestock expert, will judge the Brady stock show February 2b under the auspices of the Chamber of Commerce. Mowery’s team earned second honors at the International Livestock Show in Chicago.
London dollar quotations show the pound weakening against the dollar amid gold demand and market volatility. The day’s closing rates reflect a softer currency, with trade and price movements noted in the market columns. The report records fluctuating figures and British price changes, detailing interactions in exchange markets.
London markets show mixed signals as traditional wine societies discuss shipments and pricing. Analysts note caution in grain and textile sectors while consumer demand hints at stabilization. observers highlight currency effects and regional trade shifts across the era.
Clarence Walter a former wheat worker from Huntley Montana was detained after a deadly attack at a Los Angeles radio studio. He killed announcer Jim Wolverton and injured another as frightened staff and listeners fled. Walter claimed delusions linked to a rejected job request and described odd threats, while Wolverton’s death prompted investigations and official inquiries into the incident.
A new sweet corn strain named Honey Hane Rae Seen debuts in the Range area, introduced by vocational agriculture students. Seed ignition credited to R A Hall Bellville experiment station superintendent, with breeding by Hall and Dr P F O Manglesdart at the Vinxas experiment station.
Cotton prices in New Orleans and Liverpool showed a mixed session with modest gains and declines. May futures crept to 1078, October to 2205, while near-term activity faded amid scattered bids and a cautious tone. In Texas, Pearsall District Court convened with Judge S. B. Carr presiding.
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