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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1936
Page
4
Chicago reports show lower pork and other staple prices after a Supreme Court rulings on agricultural taxes. Retailers note cheaper wholesale pork, lard, and cured meats, with corn starch and syrups dipping as well. Hog prices rose despite overall price declines, due to ongoing hog scarcity and market uncertainty.
S A Man reelected president of the San Antonio Production Credit association Saturday. D Henry of San Antonio was chosen again to lead the organization serving farmers and stockmen in sight counties. Other officers elected were Ht E Kloepper of New Braunfels Ea Franklin secretary treasurer San Antonio and L T Vivian George West with Crain Tilden and Reeves Brown as directors. The association provides loans to farmers with total loans in the district around $207.24 and losses estimated at $429.
Detroit reports Patrolman James P. Herrelson, 46, was fatally shot today during a chase of a robbery suspect with Officer Crit Howard. Inspector Navarre said Herrelson was shot in the back accidentally by Howard. Ballistic experts will determine if the bullet token from Herrelson’s body was fired by Howard.
State agents struck seven cafés and beer parlors in Houston in a broad raid campaign aimed at stopping open saloons selling intoxicants. Misdemeanor charges of open saloon were prepared for several individuals as authorities intensified enforcement efforts.
New church officers will be installed Sunday by Rev. Fs Neunt h ar. Officers: L Baeder president, Gudf Naw Mee president, John 4. Tatin pee rarding secretary, Pr Larek financial secretary, WP Kreenter, J Budwic. Congregation of ie High fend Park Bathesay.
Reverend Jesse Yelvington of the Baptist temple will preach Sunday morning on Godliness in the Midst of Worldliness. A supper will follow the evening service at the church. Three hundred whales were found stranded on a Tasmanian beach near Stanley, ranging 15 to 25 feet, with crews attempting to assist despite rough conditions.
At the Albert Sidney Johnston chapter of the United Daughters of the Confederacy a Friday afternoon meeting in the St. Anthony hotel featured a short prop grant and a varied program. Members and guests heard music, historical talks on Albert Sidney Johnston and Sidney Lanier, and announcements of future joint and February meetings in several homes.
A quirky New York note suggests wearing fresh vegetables like carrots and cranberries on lapels as spring fashion symbols. The piece mocks novelty costume clips and playful edible accessories, noting growers’ claims and ambiguous edible trends for headlining a wearable trend.
London residents report that a local church has dissolved after sustained noise complaints. Officials cited ongoing disturbances and traffic concerns as core reasons, with neighbors noting late services and amplified music led to the decision.
A reader questions FHA loan basics and monthly payments. Answers explain that lenders require a down payment of at least two percent, mortgage insurance affects cost, and payments cover principal interest taxes and insurance. The clinic notes the January session at the municipal auditor's office.
Police pursued two men Saturday after they abandoned a truck in the 200 block of Erie Avenue. Officers fired during the chase as covral Mats pursued them. The owner Karl & Burkesa reported the vehicle, a 58 Dallas street twin, had been stolen.
Arthur Brisbane, editor, argues news remains central today and in 10,000 years. He defines four kinds of news: good, bad, imperial, and interesting. He cites science advances, universal questions, and the mirror-like role of newspapers reflecting civilization. A future ideal is a global instinct to help others over self enrichment.
Rome reports an Italian advertiser to fire bridge lessons now amends his plan to host a beach game and dinner at Eloca del Ponte. Sir Guy Standing faces a ruined feast as his chef absconds with 1000 from the mess fund leaving him to cook. Berlin reports two movie halls shut after a deceitful owner posed as a director without authority.
Local city notices list a January dance scene with Adolph and His Geld, Chath Bohemians, and Dante K. Tali. A Centennial dance at night features Emma Coneing’s Old English group with prizes and admission. Multiple acts and locations are mentioned including Braun Hall and Joe Barthain’s Orchestra in a brisk social calendar entry.
Moscow reports a reinforced Soviet defense posture and a costly plan to raise industrial and agricultural output. Premier Molotov cites Japan and Germany as aggressors, lists Poland, Beerliland, and Italy among threats, while USSR claims Army strength near one million.
Los Angeles columnist and author Harry Carr died last night at age 58 after a long illness. A former cub reporter for the Los Angeles Times thirty years ago, Carr was known for his sharp wit and prolific writing spanning four decades. The obituary notes his early career and influence on the local press.
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