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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 10, 1937

Page

8

Roosevelt Seeks to Remake Supreme Court Amid Congressional Clash

President Roosevelt took personal charge of the court reform drive and pressed Congress to back a plan to expand the Supreme Court. He summoned Democratic wavering lawmakers including Hatton Summers and scheduled talks with key senators as House Republicans move to push independent reform bills. The revolt widened beyond Roosevelt’s allies, with Democrats loyal to the president pushing for bold changes while Republicans largely oppose the plan.

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Views of Texas Senators Divided On Judiciary Reform

Washington February 10 Senators Morris Sheppard and Tom Connally of Texas voiced divided views on President Roosevelt's judiciary reorganizational proposals. Sheppard said his position remains unchanged and would support the president's proposals in their entirety. Connally opposed the plan, criticizing its expansion of the Supreme Court and judicial powers.

Washington Morris Sheppard Tom Connally Texas Ragsavelt Texas House of Representatives Sheppard Connelly

Dressed Lamb Prices Stand Lower Says Industry Leader

Davidson of the Institute of American Meat Packers reports dressed lamb prices are 17 to 2 percent lower than a year ago while lamb values are slightly higher. Kansas Valley Lamb Weeder association notes rising wool concerns and outlines price trends. Fort Worth stock show arrivals include 1800 gate and 2000 hogs with mixed local trade. hogs mostly steady with declines from Tuesday. Cattle receipts near 1890 with fully steady to lower grades. calves active, small rise in certain slaughter classes. shorn lambs at 7.50 to 8.00 with feeder ewes around 5.00.

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Grain Market Signals Mixed News From Buenos Aires and London

A San Antonio grain report notes Argentine wheat shipments reported from Buenos Aires and a stimulative move from Germany, with Canadian wheat reaching record May prices. Liverpool futures and Winnipeg market activity hint at rising values, while U.S. corn and hay prices show varied demand and weather influence. The San Antonio figures list bid prices for various wheats and hays, reflecting regional market activity.

Chicago Pat Buenos Aires Aires Cep Germany Czechoslovakia Liverpool Wyte Tate

London War Silver and Foreign Exchange Update

Markets report steady sterling and mixed foreign exchange as funds move across London and New York. Prices for metals and currencies show little change with rates and discounts noted, including iron and copper values, and various international quotes in apradar and cables.

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Foreign Markets Mixed on Dollar Moves and French Rates

Paris and London foreign exchange markets showed mixed moves as the dollar strengthened against the franc and other currencies. The New York rate for francs hovered around 4.885 per dollar, with references to Cranes and Leahy in coverage. A note mentions a Paris pageant and a Wake Up and Live? radio reference, while speculation notes a Berbice item and Walter Winchell’s comments.

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Orael Leader to Speak Here at Agudas Achim Synagogue

Dr. Ben Zion Mossinzolni, a Jewish leader from Israel and Palestine educator, will guest speak at a ZiOislopi Meeting Friday at 4 p.m. at Agudas Achim synagogue. He tours the United States for the United Palestine Appeal. He helped shape Jewish national awakening in Palestine and will be introduced by Rabbi David Parki.

Ben Zion Mossinzolni Israel ZiOislopi Margday Agudas Achim Synegogia United Winter United Palestine Appeal Palestine David "Paarki

Marketed Produce Prices and Listings From Tuesday Quotations

Market quotations show varied prices for fruits, vegetables, and dairy. California limes, Colorado potatoes, and exotic fruits appear among many entries with per crate, per dozen, and per pound figures. Oregon, Florida, and Texas origins are listed for multiple items. dairy and poultry prices are included with standard weights and units.

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Steel Output Surges to New January Record

United States Steel Corporation reports January steel shipments at 1,140,918 tons, up 420,504 tons from January, 1906 figures corrected to 1999 context. Shipments for January 1999 stood at 267,822 tons, reflecting the strongest start since 1929.

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San Antonio Livestock Market Update Shows Mixed Demand

San Antonio market reports steady to weaker prices across cattle and hogs with good supply of medium and lower grades. Fed steers and yearlings sold fairly active but below prior week, calves and cows slid, hogs weaker, while feed offerings remained robust and bulk loads seen. Receipts around 8,000 head in select yards, with regional price notes from Kansas City and Chicago reflecting softer demand and steady to lower bids.

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SSA Helps Trade Here Predictions for Office Equipment

The article notes policy benefits to the office equipment industry under the current administration. It cites anticipated government and private purchases, with a prediction that social security acts will boost demand. Historical data show office equipment value near 128.5 million in 1991 and exports around 27.1 million in 1945, with the United Kingdom identified as a major customer.

He Keist Department of Commerce United States United Kingdom

Great Plains Orchestra Benefit Show in Agency Askeg

In Washington on February 10 the presidents Great Plains committee urged Congress to create a special funeral agency to direct a vast prairie drought rehabilitation program. The 184-page report calls for permanent agricultural method changes and conservation of fall and water. The 36-piece WPA Federal Music Symphony Orchestra will play at 8 p.m. Friday at the Municipal Auditorium for the Elk Mood relief show Around the Corner. Ten professional players star. tickets on sale downtown at major outlets.

Washington Congress Tadiy Prairie States Congress WPA Federal Muate Mik Municipal Auditorium Marin Ascarra Wagoner Alamo Playa Lmith- Young Tower San Antonio Public Service Company Ab the Avediteriyny

Stock Market Steels Rally On Highs Amid Mixed Trading

New York traders pushed steels forward as the market reached new recovery highs with gains to about eight points. Industrial and utility shares led early strength while transportation and consumer issues drifted lower. broad activity softened by noon as some major firms signaled holding company moves and potential labor tensions hovered over the outlook.

New York Whities Power Hares RMS U.K Youngstown

Brooks Field Plane Aids Flood Survey

A Brooks Field plane piloted by Lieut. Rey T. Wright is due in Memphis Tennessee on Wednesday afternoon to support Army engineers filming the Jerre flood control system along the Mississippi River. The craft carries a carving camera and a two day supply of films for the urgent survey.

Brooks Cid Pln Rey T. Wright Memphis Tenn Army Mississippi River Brooksfield

Archer Defends S A Trade Area Interests

R Will Nem Archer, vice president and manager of the chamber, said the chamber is making a strenuous effort to cooperate with groups and business news. He noted the chamber will help all through South Texas and counter claims that San Antonio ignores the Rio Grande valley.

Archer S.A Han Antyno R. Will Nem Archer Chamber of Noue Hleree Wediesaay Business South Texas San Antonio Rio Grande Valler

County Seeks to Block Transfer of Road Funds

County commissioners clash over a proposed $20,000 transfer from road and bridge funds to the general fund. Commissioner Robert F Uhr proposes a court order to keep the money for road and bridge expenses, citing the August budget adoption and court direction.

Bexat Yumissunis General County Fund AgBo Robert F Uhr

Lindsey assumes assistant chief of staff in military intelligence

Major Lindsey has taken over duties as assistant chief of staff for military intelligence at headquarters Eighth Corps Area, succeeding Lieut. Col. Francis B. Mallon. He had been Mallon’s assistant since May when Mallon came to Fort Sam Houston from Maxwell Field. Major Charles H. Karlstad is appointed as Lindsey’s assistant. Karlstad has been with the Third Infantry Division at Fort Sam Houston.

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Third Land Value Expert to Be Named

A third land value expert is to be named Wednesday to appraise property tied to RL White near San Pedro Avenue. County Commissioner Robert P. Why named Fred Reutzel to oversee the county and White detected N. Dickinson.

RL. White San Pedro Robert PF Fred Reutzel White Dickinson

Cotton Market Slumps as Futures Dip Across Board New Orleans

In New Orleans on Feb 10 the cotton market opened lower with March near 12.00 and May around 12.50 as selling pressure carried futures down. Trade noted weak demand and discouraged buying, with weather not yet favorable and futures showing limited activity. Prices remained about 2.5 to 3 points down early, with May slipping under the 12.50 level and various contracts closing modestly lower amid cautious interest. Reports cited expectations of higher next year acreage and ongoing speculation in near versus distant options.

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Poultry and Produce Prices in New York and Boston Wool

Boston and New York market notes report steady poultry prices with hens, turkeys, ducks, and roosters listed alongside egg and butter receipts and price movements. Chicago and Boston dairy and wool quotes show limited demand, with slight shifts in grade firsts and domestic market quotations amid unsettled receipts.

Chicago Plymouth White Rock Bulter

Convention to End Friday at Paint and Decorators Meeting

Delegates of the International Society of Master Painters and Decorators convened at the Plaza Hotel for talks and business lasting through Friday. Wednesday featured speakers from Dallas Newark Miley wankee and Washington. Thursday includes Painting Contractors Day with Eberhardt of Minnesota speaking at the banquet. Friday plans include voting on two resolutions to modernize paint standards and rename the group, with new officers to be elected.

International Ong National Association of Painting and, Decorating Contractors Gold Garden P Miarihall Chicago Angi Rity. Whoven

WPA Help Needed for Bridge Project in County Court

County Commissioner PR Sleppenbeck seeks WPA aid for a low water bridge across Cibuloeretk after predecessor Thomns TL Abbott Jr exhausted funds. Zuch community residents petition the Bexar Commissioners Court to cover half the expense as Stappenbeck starts new term.

W. Sleppenbeck Santess Qilvens Zuch Bexar Commissioners’ Court Cibuloeretk Stappenbeck Jantary Thomns TL Abbott Jr Tfe

Negro sentenced on theft charge in County Court at Law No 1

Guy Edwards, werry, was given four months in Bexar County jail on two theft charges in County Court at Law No 1 by Judge McCulloch Burnett. The complaint by C W McCabe chief of police Alamo Heights alleged Edwards snatched a purse from Mrs Ardis Colbert of 20a Kennedy Street on January 1.

Guy Edwards Werry

R W Archer to Speak at Yoakum Chamber Meeting

R W Archer executive vice president of the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce accepted an invitation to speak at Yoakum Yoakum chamber of commerce annual meeting on Friday August 8. The item notes a Chicago dateline with market reports and weather hints, including stock and shipment figures, and mentions Paintage track 229 and Idaho Russell Burbanks U.S. No. 2 228 0.650.

R. W. Archer Yoakum R. Win. Archer San Antonio Chamber of Commerce Lie Yoab Kim Sincago Fotstoes Chicago Fri Verent Idaho Ruzsel Burbanks U Colorado Asures

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