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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 27, 1930

Page

11

Green Onions Slump on California Market

After a shadowed day, the commission and produce houses faced a troubled market. Prices fluctuated as growers reported changes with grapefruits and onions showing activity. green onions fell to about 60 cents a dozen while prices for other produce varied, reflecting a subdued wholesale session.

Toca Commission Azop Cox Qquealions Toart Trea Grapifruit Poing Trice Advante

Vegetable prices and commissions from a market listing

A butchered OCR market page lists numerous vegetables and fruits with quoted prices and commissions. Items include cabbage, spinach, tomatoes, celery, lettuce, cucumbers, grapes, oranges, potatoes, onions, and more with per unit or per pound costs and various commission notes. Numerous brands, weights, and regional references appear in a dense catalog style.

Wall Street Spectator predicts market moves amid recovery

New York Feb 27 The Wall Street Spectator notes prices depend on American business recovery and investor willingness to pay for anticipated gains. It cites steel demand, wheat stabilization, crude oil output, and earnings trends at Consolidated Gas and other major firms.

New York Srk Jane Industrial Car Board Federal Farm Board United States

Livestock Price Quotation Report Across Markets

Chicago and Kansas City stockyards list cattle bulls and sheep prices with ranges from $3.50 to $9.50 for cows and bulls, lambs and muttons at various weights. The report notes bid levels, packing costs and differentiated grades like common, medium, and choice across markets, reflecting a crowded price snapshot for Feb 27.

Ban Antonio Cotte Chicago Corie Gerbee Atock Eacentina Beira Wed Chaley Kocelote Racayi Bles Ailerr Indications Dwix Bert Ald Lanka Fodana Choice Salam Feeder Mabe Goed Kansas City Livestock Kansas CITT Alteta God Ehaleé

Police Seek Night Mystery Car Case

Police investigate a late night incident described in fragmented notes about a mystery car and possible pedestrian involvement. Authorities mention warnings, a suspect named Walter Sehlerin, and unclear attempts to obtain a license plate while evaluating suspected criminal activity and potential curfews.

Dragy Rita Ernisva Walter Sehlerin Calaiay

Harry Rogers to Address Rotary Dinner in Kansas City

Harry Rogers will address the Rotary Club at a dinner expected to draw attendees from Oklahoma and Texas. The event will feature Farry 1 Slogere of Twins, Ohio, patient of Peters International, and James Wolfe, president of the Rannau City club, as speakers.

Harry Rogers Rotary Minsiirh Ketshe Oklahoma Texan Farry Slogere Twlna Ohio Reters International James Fe Wolfe Rannue City Club

Wheat market steadies as government purchases lift prices

Grain traders report firmer futures with wheat leading gains due to government sponsored agency purchases and hopeful export demand. Corn and oats firm, with mixed quotes across grades. early trading shows hesitancy but overall upward movement on renewed buying. Trade notes support from federal reports and North American export interest, with prices reflecting slight increases and wider market uncertainty.

Saicago Indica Wheat Stabilization Corporation Hirther Liverpool Chicago Niles Airec Generis Moorera

Baldwin Seeks Sheriff Runnership Amid Rumors

Baldwin, longtime investigator, weighs a bid for Bexar County sheriff. Friends urge him to run, though he has not decided. Former district ranger and later an agent with the U.S. Department of Justice, he now faces a pivotal career turn as speculation grows.

Bexar Capi Baldwin Cayien Baldwin Chay Areniff United States Dynalitement of Justice

Fort Sam Houston Horse Show Highlights Persistent Winners

Sir Dar ridden by Lieut. A. D. Barnes was a standout at the San Antonio junior chamber of commerce horse show at Fort Sam Houston. Barnes's mount won class 13 and placed second in class 15 while other top horses included Bones owned by J. Lapham and Marzio owned by G. A. C. Lafft. numerous riders and horses competed in jumping and gaited events as spectators observed a dramatic mid winter display.

Sir Dar D. Rocketlineh A. D P. Barnes San Antonin San Antonio Tom Hoge Vander Hills Farm Marriate G. A. C Lalfft Boeetie Miss Princess Misa Claire Jackson Greg Esele Bones Lapham Fort Shim Houston Competitios Mina Jelle Lapham Warlimot United States Henulty Wednvedus Bermanm Meclain Ninth Infantry Fran Rudden Mo Perkins Manto Clatre Jackson Manzo T. BE. Whiteread Tira Bieta B. Harem Bkt Obe Mise Claire Jarkeon Ard Mien Claire Jackson Mer Achnon EL Whitehead Mie J.D. Foraythe Prince Albert Enurin Furadalow Kelpie Ehiliing Fiat Grigecs Hradasariere Perelith Field Artillery Mrat Bervies Mint Infante Shied Rat Machinge Flret Ninn Infantry Verona Thlenter Egen Claes Enliéren Unter Anne Woodhall Fleanor Siemens Jean Lapham Augnatus Clemens Clare Floun Horne Aumiping Aince Barney Rats Sten Crassp Darkson Smanac Mie T. Whiteread Ida Ned Milas Claire Jachann Teester Gusti Cines Werformance Edunts Atlee Claira Jovanin Grey Kaule Ines Corporal Memnée Frank Jush Claas Fern Vunder Stamtabtes 'Uy Carl Graybray Moarilane Terey Meadows Hex Balin Foxeih Denmark Jack Javier Rietk Hkniynt Slee Piya Wil

Plans Completed for First Brady Fat Stock Show

Brady plans reveal the first fat stock show set to open with exhibitor entries and judging. County agents announce the event features three classes including prize categories for cattle and sheep, with dozens of breeders preparing to showcase premier stock at the fairgrounds.

Texas Solons Teil Income Sources

AUSTIN lawmakers faced questions about their income sources today in a regional hearing. The inquiry focused on salaries and retainers, with mounting pressure on figures from Mount Pleasant, including James Wa. Elarper.

Texas Austin Terae Rep Nalzea Reagionna Tepri James Wa Elarper Mount Pleasant

San Antonio described as city of destiny in military growth talk

William M. McIntech on KATSA depicted San Antonio as a city forged from a wilderness by strategic location. He linked military, maritime, and trade factors to growth, noting the area’s large wartime population and planned air field and housing. He contrasted past missions with a modern military hub shaping the economy.

San Antonio William M. McIntech Thegat McIntosh Bir McIntogh Cougee Urche Histori Sorskice Parle Londons Rome Viener Constantinople Bon Antonio Wis Eneh Staration San Antonin Tates America Bichty Corte Ghia City AIR Center War Department Trandulph Wenry Inca Lernment Thin Meatern Gulf of Mexico California Ron Antonio Rcent

Glendale man wears same collar button 43 years

F D Miller of Glendale California is described as an exceptional man for keeping the same collar button for 43 years. He has had it repaired three times but never lost it, prompting admiration for his consistency.

F. D. Miller Glendale Calif

Cotton Market Reports from New Orleans and New York

Cotton opened easier in New Orleans with loans and selloff pressure amid trading. May at 15.07, July 16.28, influenced by potential US legislation. New York futures steadied after early declines. active trading with May, July, and autumn contracts showing varied moves as traders covered positions. Liverpool market cited quiet demand with American shipments and futures steady to firm across months.

New Orleans Washington

Randolph Officers' Quarters Construction Contract Awarded

Contractor William F. Balzeu of San Antonio and Captain A W Parkes announced bids Thursday for 19 field officers quarters at Randolph. The 10 buildings cost 141,780 dollars with bids for other quarters pending. Lowest bids exceed authorized cap for the types, while the West Point of the Ale project includes barracks and other structures by Murch brothers of St Louis.

Tandalp William FI. Balzeu San Antonio A. W. Parkes Quartermaster Theas Thia Ale Warrhourer Murch Brothers of St Louin

S A Group Heads to Austin Exams

Mary Wilson of Tecren tin department plans Thursday travel to Austin with Rachael Boles coach Miriam Chraes director Melba Trice and others. The piece discusses San Antonio military ties and the impact on city business growth, real estate and employment tied to Army presence.

Mary Wilson Tecrentin Austin Rachael Boles Alarvo Weights High Chaal Miriam Chraes Plargen San Pedro Park Melba Trice Thayerounda

Haig PTA Fetes Fathers With Evening Program

Haig PTA hosts a Father’s Day celebration at the Joel Chandler Ai school beginning at eight o’clock Friday night. Principal Otto Pfeiffer announced plans with John Badeowiller master of ceremonies. The program features welcome remarks, introductions by the Hi club, singing by Gharics’ ware, McCallum’s physical education, a lumbling stanza, and the school orchestra directed by Mrs. Mary Wangler. Speakers include W. B. Candih tron and Pfeiffer. The evening includes soprano solos by Canturiolintit and Miss Sherwood. A social follows with committee members listed.

Joel Chandler Eriday Thirsler Otto Pfeiffer John Badeowiller Clarence Ee Will Onen Sorech Fothere Welcomi Etalota Poof Gharics' Ware Jola McCallum Stivenin Mary Wangler W. B. Candih~tron Pfeiffer Wanelee Soprans Solpe Emilio Canturiolintit Misa Sherwood Hrard Miano Entertainment In

Army Orders From Washington D C February 21

Fragmented dispatch lists Army orders assigning personnel to multiple posts including Monterey Fort Sill West Point and Fort Monro via various names and units. Reads like a transfer and retirement ledger with many specific officers and locations among the entries.

Washington, D. C Walter Freser V- C Denton Astors Allen Gilles Jr Baltimore University of Macylant Leicy Mick Pendletony Gav. Peiper Presidio of Monterey Port Sill Eightenth Field Nettery Thomas J. Martin Fort Ripggald Lo Fort Riles Cis KK Sadther Fort Leavenworth Janica B. Hasek Harry A. White Chicago Myers Hubert W. Keith Mitch Soretsnon Jel Dotter B. Howard Tess Sinech Neng Tel LFA Purdue Uy Fort Ewing van Deusen St St. Gh Detroit Fdeard J. Glynn Oplethorne Ford T. Rowmere Q. M.C N. V Wogereiley UL of Bolinnia Fort Hampharend A . Wriguitine Fort Stevenes C. Yate Fort Becand Llenenanin Vancouver Barcecke Haewail Howard Sf Wrightfiel

Money and Metals Market Summary From London and New York

Financier notes show bullion and metal prices with London and New York listings. Rates and percentages cited reflect monthly changes, with various currencies and commodities mentioned in a compact, period-voice market brief.

Pearsall Yard Prizes Awarded by Civic League

Pearsall Texas February 27 The Pearsall civic league elected Mrs Frent Sauniera president T E Winters vice president and Mrs O J Bitbarls treasurer Retiring president Mrs W J Cymer received thanks for two years Prizes were given for the 1920s road yard contest including plants and shrubs Winners included Mrs H J Sle and Mrs Bertha Hunt for yard beauty and improvement District prizes went to Mrs LB Allard Mrs DN Love Mrs NH Bent and Frank Davin Captain Frank Kwonders won the yard cup for most yards entered Clean up week was set for March 2 to 8 with Mrs W J Tyrer chairing the program

Pearsall Texas Pearsall Civic League Wedneadsy Mra Frent Bury N. B. Hunt Foltering Afra H Bilknett Roy Woodward Lela McKinley Berkine Solmon LB Allard Dn. Love N. OH. Bent Frank Davin Mire Frank Kwunders C Raptain Chamber of Commerce Mra W. J. Tyrer Progtyts

Killing Quiz Believed On San Marcos Shooting

Mot 27. Presence of A J Wiroheeles and others linked to a shooting in Wimberley near San Marcos. Wimberley man charged with murder and wounding. two more charged as investigation continues. Family member freed after charges filed. total bonds set at $0000.

San Marcos Mot A. J. Wiroheeles Macook Wimberley Filer W. Finut Eget Herbert Heckard Triich Uriver M. Th Cochran

Brady to host brisk Texan Sheep and Goat Trainers convention

Brady prepares for a Brady chamber event with planning meetings and committee appointments for the Texan Sheep and Goat Trainers convention. G. St. White is named general chairman in Tangemente, with Dr A. White Marion Hice and C Eraiton on the goat sale committee. The annual auction aims to showcase top stock from across states.

Brady Contenton Trad Vert Hughes Brady Chamber of Equirorce G. St. White Trian Rancholan Conventiap Tangemente

Air Rifle Only Gun for Sparrows in Town

A local official told a woman she could not shoot a garden sparrow with a 22 caliber rifle after four talks with police chief Geen Kilday. Louiz Fritz, secretary to Mayor M. Chambers, stated the ordinance applied to everyone and effectively barred the practice.

Antoninne Louiz Frits M. Chambers Solice Geen Kilday Fritz

Liquor Laden Car Tied to Seguin Theft Case

Deputies investigating a Seguin theft found a liquor laden automobile abandoned near the Seguin complex. The car reportedly contained an investment of dyson and is linked to an earlier ownership inquiry. Officers Durin and atimer recovered the vehicle and suggested it was stolen and later abandoned.

Seguin Heguin Sheriff's Department Dyson Seguin Compresa Durin Anil Atimer

Boy Hurt When Struck by Auto

An eight year old boy was struck by a car near his home on a morning in front of the family residence. He was treated at the local hospital after the incident and is reported to be in stable condition.

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