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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 07, 1931

Page

18

Forecasts for 1921 Predictions and Market Outlook

The article reviews forecasts for 1921, noting optimism mixed with caution. It discusses employment, retail trade, and unemployment as major risks, predicts stock market rebound possible in early 1921, with a broader recovering trend if sentiment improves. It suggests stocks may rise ahead of trade and industry, with economic conditions improving in late 1921 and commodity prices unlikely to fall much from 1930 levels.

B. C. Forbes Wis Hetler America Mving Betuw Dlit

Economic gloom and cautious recovery hints in 1931 outlook

The report discusses deflation risks and ongoing business failures, noting a harsh 1929 collapse pattern and anticipated heavy commercial failures. It cites rising stock anxiety, potential policy uncertainty, and a fragile shift toward calmer sentiment as early signs of a slow recovery in 1931.

Whenias Congress Washington Hoovers

Soil Conservation Policy Urged Before Legislature

Resolution urging a definite state policy for soil conservation was passed at a recent conference on soil and water conservation held at the governor’s call. A. K. Short of F Alonston and Federal Land Bank officials participated, with plans to continue work through Texas Agricultural Workers’ restoration and a two day session.

Waco Texas Dan Soil and Water Conservation Mooty A. K. Short F Alonston Federal Land ‘Bank Terns Agricultural Workers Res0oration

Four Navy Planes Leave Kelly Field for Seattle

Four Navy planes from the U S Navy Jaulsville departed Kelly Field Wednesday morning for Seattle Washington after a night stay. The squadron arrived from Wooston Tuesday. Lieutenants G A McLean L F Brench and Andersen Offatt and Tt H Norris were aboard each plane.

Navy Seattle U. S. Jaulsville Kellyfield Hent Ue Wash Wooston Turaday Tieutenant G. A. McLean L. F. Brench Andersen Offatt Norris

Wales Coal Strike Settlement Sought

In London discussions the coal strike in South Wales was advanced as both sides seek a settlement to end the deadlock that halted work and left about 100 miners idle since New Year’s Day.

Wales London South Wales

Gang War Blamed for Tardi Death in Chicago Underworld

Chicago police attribute the death of Tardi to gang warfare involving rival factions. The Chicago Tribune reports a clash between gang leaders including Toei and their factions. Authorities describe a concerted bid to control the city’s underworld amid rising violence.

Chicago Dan Toei Chicago Tribune

Boy Coasts Down Hill Into Train

A boy aged three years old coasted down a hill and collided with a locomotive, suffering minor knee injuries. A reader is asked to call Crockett 2400 by 1 o'clock Saturday night to claim a prize or notice.

Crockett

Honors Past Chiefs of Junior Chamber at Plaza Hotel

At a Plaza Hotel dinner honoring past presidents, former chiefs including Winchester Kelso Dr John Kook Ernest Baetz Travis B Moursnd Roger Stokes and current chief executive spoke on the Junior Chamber for 1941 one goal highlighted was prompt poll tax payment by all citizens New directors named include O A Schnabel Youngs Cronk Jack Worita Eugene Tolmgreen Jr Fred Waller van Henry Steinbohmer Grant Brechtel C T Tager George Vordenbaim Frank Toberte Dupree Gracey and Kraneis Angler.

Ounlininis Yast Vombrerce Hove Plaza Hotel Tursilay Winchester Kelso John Kook Ernest Baetz Travis B. Moursnd Roger Stokes

Bumped Bumper Causes Bumped to Get in Court

In Cornoratinn court Kaymarn was fined 35 on charge of assaulting P. G. Matthirsen. The incident occurred while Karmore struggled with a parking space and Mathieann struck his hamper, prompting a police and traffic officer response.

French Place Cornoratinn Kaymarn Og Charse P. G. Matthirsen Grande Courts Karmore Peon St. Maria Stronta Mathieaann Png CE. Voight Stinge Ag Matlock

Mail Delivery in Luling Sought by City Board

The Luling government seeks to secure mail delivery by urging the commissioners to pass ordinances for house numbering and free delivery, while the post office and chamber of commerce press for a federal building through Congressman Fr. Thachanan to serve Luling.

Luling City Board Duling Tex Bern Cosuterce Fr. Thachanan

Relief Rushes to Victims of Typhoon

Manila reports relief work under way after a devastating typhoon. Death toll stands at Vit. one person reported killed in Cebu, 14 others in Teyte province. Property damage in the affected area estimated at 31,0000.

Manila Cebu Teyte Tricken

Bishop Cannon at Marlin for Health Relief

A fragment notes Bishop Cannon visiting Marlin seeking health relief. The item mentions interviews and a plan to obtain relief from mineral waters for a rheumatic ailment.

Bishop Cannon Marlin Torus Sane Damen Cannon Wanntariira Thin Teron Spa

Judging Underway at Nineteenth Poultry Show

The American Poultry Association official presides over Navaryo show stalls in the city, with classes judged on Tuesday including standard Tail Hooky Barrel Stooks silver Ince, W. Hollis white Wyandottes and other breeds. Judge Tallant aims to begin Thursday prize awards as crowds view displays of parrots, geese, and grain by local exhibitors.

American Poultey Association Wu Vine Country Association Nt Navaryo Mesheela W. Hollis Tallant Vhursedis George 1 Marty Morehan Goo Che Icon “Valley School Cme

Pershing Memoir Promises War Secrets Revealed

A dramatic clip notes General Pershing’s forthcoming memoirs to be serialized in The Light. It recounts his wartime leadership, critiques of German aggression, and vivid recollections from the front, including Allied efforts and reactions to events in London and France.

Goi Jul St Alfred Lyas America Ecshing King Georgn London Diacon Victoria Metoin Pefaln France Persing Ubl

Taall Driver Holds Reunion at Eagle Pass

Terns Jan 7 The Grat time in 11 years marks Christmas day reunion of descendants of the late John W Corso a Cheapside pioneer in Gonzales county. Attendees include Mrs John W Carson and many relatives from Eagle Pass Gonzales and Tol Mio with John Preston and wife of Nixon as notable guests.

Tomb of Mary Queen of Scots Husband Looted in Tomb

Copenhagen dispatch reports a Danish police inquiry into the rifling of James Hepburn fourth Earl of Bothwell’s remains in a Zealand tomb. No jewels or valuables found. death noted as May 14, 1678, and no evidence of recoverable treasure.

Mary Queen of Scots Copenhagen Denmark Joni Akein Mary Bothsall Polion Earl Zealand Bothwell

Luling Firemen Elect Leaders

Luling volunteer fire department held its annual meeting to elect officers. Cochran was named president and Smirk was among the officers. the group reported debt and expenditures for the year, including more than 200 dollars in fees and 37500 in various expenditures.

Eastern Railway New York Reserve Hank France Antil Sulling Velunteer Fire Department Cochran Preside Lon MW Smirk Pringer

Knights Templars Elect in Gonzales Amid Turbulent Year

Knights Templars of Gonzales elect new officers and leaders after a period of reorganization. The gathering names new heads including a secretary and senior officers amid expectations for growth and renewed community service.

Knights Templars of Gonzales

Liberia urged to suppress slave trade

Washington reports Liberia must crack down on the slave traffic tied to government officials. An investigating commission charged the abuses and a dispatch from the state department through the Liberian consul calls for prompt action and punishment of those responsible.

Washingvon Jan United State Nls State Department Ponera Hallimare

Buckner Heads Transport Employes Association Meeting

L. A. Buckner was elected president of the Transport Employees association at a meeting in Fort Worth. J. W. Cox, secretary treasurer, and other officers were chosen, as state executive committee members discussed plans for the year. Visitors included TG. Warr of Chicago and J. C Carrington.

Vanicore Gery Antonin Heave L. A. Buckner Eho von As Muickner J. W. Cox Anstli Evr Kiet Worth Enim Mittonman

Mexico Volcano Tourists Robbed

A fragmented report describes robbers targeting tourists near the Popocatepetl volcano area in Mexico. The incident mentions a gang base and detainees, with unclear details about timing and authorities.

Mexico

Actress Ethel Grey Terry Dies at Home

LOS ANGELES January 7 Death called another of the theatre’s best known stars Ethel Grey Terry at her home. The well known actress died after a lingering illness announced by her husband.

Ethel Grey Terry Deat Los. Angeles Greg Perr

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