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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 16, 1937

Page

8

Solons Seek Compromise on Court

Washington editorial by George Rothwell Brown analyzes the Roosevelt era clash over Supreme Court packing. It contrasts Jefferson and Hamilton, notes Roosevelt’s power fight, and weighs Senate resistance, urging compromise to avoid political injury. The piece discusses Bryan’s advice, League of Nations debates, and the perilous White House position amid party factions.

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Midshipman Ousted Over Low Marks Sparks Debate

Washington February 16. Representative Mitchell, addressing President Roosevelt, calls for action against a Negro midshipman named James Lee Johnson for poor marks. The protest argues the academy has ousted the young cadet after a lengthy dispute.

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Rail Carloadings Show Freight Traffic Rise in 193A

Freight carloadings reached over 46,000,000 cars, the largest tally since 1920. Railway freight revenue benefited from emergency surcharge relief though these charges expired. railroads seek extensions or revised rates from the Interstate Commerce Commission to bolster revenue and adjust the rate structure.

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Citizens' League Hears Candidate Remarks in May Election

The Citizens' League executive committee met Tuesday to discuss city election candidates for May. Chairman Tereheville stated deliberations covered potential nominees while Wiehe and Dubuc were noted in connection with announcements.

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Grain Market Atcarg Reh bk TARI AW wheat debate

Grain market notes show wheat prices fluctuating as Canadian and European supplies influence imports. Prices for July and September deliveries held up amid devaluations and varying export demand, with San Antonio grain trades reporting mixed bids and commodity receipts across markets.

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Dollar Markets Tontinns and Global Markets Slump

In a tense overnight session, New York trading opened with mixed signals as markets reeled from uncertain earnings and policy expectations. Paris and Tokyo moved on divergent cues while U S indices showed notable volatility amid inflation and rate speculation.

San Antonio Livestock Market Mixed But Steady

San Antonio market reports show strong demand across classes with higher cattle values and active calves. Prices ranged with steers scarce, calves from 5.00 to 9.56, cows steady, porkers mixed, and supply uneven as buyers and sellers adjust to Monday levels. Kansas City and Chicago benchmarks cited with overall firmness in hogs and lambs.

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Duce Swings Pick to Start Subway Work

Duce selects key choice to lead early subway construction. Government officials confirm aim to begin work soon with streamlined train service planned in four years. Officials expect economic boost and world exposition participation to drive demand for household appliances and local industry.

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Stock Market News From New York and Moving Averages

Wall Street faced mixed signals as prices swung with a cautious tone. Traders noted bank and industrial issues holding steady while commodities and bonds showed varied responses amid federal policy talk and corporate results from late 1946.

Fort Sam Fives and Ninth Mantes clash in hospital game

Disjointed OCR notes describe Fort Sam Fives facing Ninth Mantes and Flytecl Hospital Hyes at Tae Ih openings. Details mention teams, players, and officials with unclear lines, but indicate a basketball matchup with Fort Sam Houston and staff prompts.

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Actor Must Add Not Lose Weight for Film

Hollywood reports Tyrone Power has been ordered to gain a few pounds for his new film. Studio officials say the change will enhance his camera presence and boost stardom. Power, famed for Love is News, is praised for his rising star status despite prior lean streaks.

Hollywood Tyrone ‘Power Lloyds of Londutt Tawest Many Yolywood Une

One Month in Jail For Theft Guilty Plea

Revision Gonzales admitted taking a wheel and car from HR Reese at 211 Santh Mores Street. Judge Charles J. Matthews sentenced Gonzales in County Court No. 2 to one month in jail after a guilty plea in the theft case.

Gaharpe Reviond Gonzales Paso Treet Tursiay Judee Charles J. Matthews Gonzles Fakin Eiro HR. Reese Santh Mores Street Tinuney

McDonald Opposes State Land Board Plan

In Austin today Mr Blate and Mr Donald issued statements opposing creation of a state land board. The proposal for a three member board had been introduced in the Senate, drawing opposition from state officials.

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Indictments Stemming From Grand Jury Session Reported

A Grand Jury handed up 13 indictments on Tuesday morning. The bills, listed in the weekly report, appear routine with no unusual or notable charges highlighted.

Recreation League Opens Season With Fairly Clear Track

Open series for the Recreation League features Oinilla Freternity and Wall wine winners, with Second Mle winners and a Tuesday night start. Friday hosts the second game if necessary, all matches at Woodlawn. details list players and venues across a scattered schedule.

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Money and Metals News Item Summary

Financial briefs from New York and London note money markets with a 2 percent rate for atoads, 34 percent wagers, and 6 month yields at 14 percent. Bankers' sentences unchanged, rediscimant rate cited, and London gold prices quoted in pounds per ounce with limited detail.

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Cotton Market Holds Mixed Movements in New Orleans Quotes

In New Orleans on February 16, buyers showed varied demand with nominal gains in certain positions while later months drifted lower. March stayed even at 100 percent, July at 128 percent, and October around 142s. Trading reflected hedging and transfers to nearer markets, with weather shifts and loan considerations influencing sentiment amid expectations of brisk activity ahead.

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Texas Market Prices For Fruits And Vegetables

Wholesale summaries from South Texas and major markets show spinach steady and prices for tomatoes lettuce and peppers varying by crate and region. Texas produce appears in multiple line items with crates and bushels quoted, including spinach, lettuce crates, and apples, peppers, and onions across markets in New York Philadelphia Chicago and Cleveland.

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Turtle Club Elects New Braunfels Girl

Miss Kastner of Braunfels High School is elected to Turtle Club in Austin. She will join the Girls’ Glor vinb and plans to join Zeta Alpha sorority. The Gregg House Players will feature Miss Kastner at the 1437 Cactus.

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Local Racing Results and Russian Shakespeare Sales

Local paper notes a brisk set of racing results with Livertoul defeating Liverpool and Manitoba Las among winners, plus Baltic changes and a note on Brazil’s drinks. It ends with a remark that over a billion copies of Shakespeare have been sold, and recent years in Soviet Russia show continued high sales.

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Henry Ford on Health and Work Ethic at Seventy

Henry Ford, nearing 78 on July 30, discusses health, moderation, and constant activity. He advocates keeping busy, eating in moderation, and using machinery to free time for thinking, leisure, and self-improvement. He emphasizes work as happiness and urges society to balance labor with thoughtful living.

Ways Henry Ford Detcalt Miederstion Mariymery Pord Wd. B. Morgan

Eating skills tested at M G M studios in Hollywood

Hollywood February 2. Six claimed eating champions from across the country were tested at the M G M studio to see who could eat most heartily. Three finalists will be used in an earthy sequence with Ted Healy in To the Victor.

Hollywood Wntil M-Gai Ted Healy

Market Summary of Farm Goods and Produce Prices

Market notes show Canlfortiza shipments and edible oils at $223 per box, with crates and per dozen pricing across fruits and vegetables. Local strawberries drop to $2 per crate on the plaza. various items such as Oranges Calif Texas Parsley and Potatoes Colorado Idaho appear with mixed crate, pound, and bushel figures, alongside dairy and egg products and dairy butter prices.

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Poultry and Produce Prices and Notes from Chicago and New York

A garbled NY and Chicago market report lists poultry prices and grades, including Leghorn hens, broilers, turkeys, ducks, and eggs, with varying weights and premiums. Also mentions potatoes, butter, and a brief aside on a phrenology-related piece in a weekly magazine.

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