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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 14, 1934

Page

3

Real Estate Leaders Head to Miami for National Meeting

Charles P. C. Ladd president of the Texas association of real estate boards and head of the national institute of farm land brokers journeys from San Antonio to Miami on January 14 with Mrs. Ladd to attend the national real estate boards convention. Hugh Publicer of Houston is named president of the national body for 1934. event highlights Texas relevance and topics of interest to brokers. Also noted is A X Wallrop joining W Watson and Son of the Travis Building, bringing farm and ranch sale experience.

Charles P. C. Ladd Texas Association of Real Estate Board National Institute of Farm Land Brokers National Associator of Real Estate Board Ladd San Antonio Missouri Perith Gse Kexl Bantiny Miami Pla Cstivention National Association of Real Estate Boards Mms

Realty Board Sees Bright Year for Real Estate

The San Antonio real estate board hears optimistic projections for 1934 and 1935. Chairman Thorman notes 850 million dollars planned spending in Bexar County this year across payroll, buildings, roads, and farms, signaling a strong market for dealers and brokers. President Ladd highlights Texas and national trends, while local leaders outline benefits of membership and rebranding efforts. Attendees include several out-of-town guests and prize drawings for members.

Boxne C. Thorman San Antonio Thornan OWA Olire Thorman Charies F.C Texas Reactors R EL Oryte Alfred W. Rohde Loce Board Dickinson N.S Messrs. Thorman Fire Williaty Eitler Eifler Gen Antonia Joske Brothers Company Wolf and Mars Company Aire Ruth Yellen A Buston An M. Sm Finn Ith Br. Buston Bueton and Smith Austin Gus W. Hahn Kansas City Bahn Mrr Riffley

Paint Blass Sales Mount in Territory Growth

Beles of paints and glass in this territory showed substantial gains starting in May and continuing into the winter. Increased volume is anticipated in coming months as Pittaburgh Plate Glass Co regional sales meeting notes rising demand across industries including auto safety glass and home finishing. The Dallas meeting on January 5 1934 highlighted gains from car safety glass, renova tion of structures, and a new Corpus Christi chemical plant, with expansions at Barberton Ohio. Attendees included Mr Myers and several company salesmen.

Beles Paltits Ani Glass Ul. R. Myers Pittaburgh Plate Glass Company Dallas Texas Corpus Christi Them Barberton Ohio Lttsburgh Plate Glass Company Milwaukee Detroit Pittsburgh Kansas City Atlanta Philadelphia Newark Tyr. Myer Richard R. Atkinson A. N. Whithoff H. A. Baln L. F. Goudy WW. H. Plyno Aglesmatt

Nursery School Aims Explained by Mims Mauzing Lewis

Mims Mauzing Lewis of Kansas State College explained at the Happy-dry School Parents' Club meeting that the nursery school has definite educational objectives. She outlined daily physical exams, weekly weighing, adequate indoor and outdoor play space, and proper equipment to develop skill and a constructive attitude. The program should be clear in terms of the child’s understanding, guiding spontaneous activity to control the body, respond to others, master emotions, and stimulate mental alertness and sensory discrimination.

Mims Mauzing Lewis Kansas State College Font Courtiend

Brokerage Firm Renames to Fenner and Beare

Announcement states the firm Penner Beane and Ungerletder will operate as Fenner and Beare from January 1. The change follows Pacaned Vogerfelder’s retirement to pursue another business. Fenner and Beane is a leading commodities and securities broker with roots dating to 1817 in New Orleans.

Penner, Beane and Ungerletder Fenner and Beare Pacaned Vogerfelder Fenner and Beane New Orleans Europe

Biard Analyzes Slump Causes and Prosperity Cycles

Arthur E. Bard of Arthur and Biard outlines economic law linking depressions and prosperity. He predicts 14 depressions and equal prosperity periods over 130 years, arguing cycles are inevitable and driven by supply and demand dynamics.

Arthur E. Bard Arthur & Biard Com.plany

Sperring Joins Fomby Clothing Firm

Ed Sperring, a noted San Antonio retail clothing salesman, joins Fomby Clothing Company. Fomby’s owner says the addition aligns with seeking experienced staff aware of local trends. Sperring expresses pride in joining a store committed to high quality standards and invites visits from customers.

Sperring Ed Sperring Fomby Clothing Company San Antonio Texas Snercing Sur Hays San Arilonio Fomby

Home Finders Open Offices in San Antonio

Home Finders opened offices in San Antonio led by G. Thompson and FP Pacfilh at 498 Sari Bh Mary's street. The firm plans to offer targeted services to buyers and investors, including residential and commercial property, asserting deep local knowledge and client ratings to win new business.

San Antonio G. Thompson Sari Mary's Street Aeey Ale Souda & Department Sant Antonio

New Pontiacs Shown by Dealers in Reform Model

Dealers display the 1934 Pontiac straight eight with 84 hp, larger wheelbase, heavier frame, and improved riding comfort. Upgrades include independent front suspension, longer wheelbase, stronger frame, new Fisher bodies, enhanced cooling, and simplified starting with a vacuum switch. Eight body styles offered with refined interiors and Fisher no draft ventilation.

Pontar Stright Gead Mapler Company Guarantee ‘Motor Car Company Pankiac Pontiac Sterring Tower Etree Traian Bakr

Cleaning Hardwood Ends With Polishing Techniques

A garbled OCR note describes cleaning hardwood surfaces and varnish using damp cloths, rubbing with wool felt, and finishing with polishing compound. It mentions avoiding moisture, then buffing to a sheen with a cloth. The text is partially unclear but centers on step by step polishing methods for wood surfaces.

Ford Dallas Plant Reopens for V 8 Production

Ford Dallas plant announces resumption of large scale assembly operations around February 3 following the new V 8 launch. Officials cite strong demand in Texas and nationwide, predicting employment of about 2000 Texas citizens as upgrades and a new all steel body and enamel bake ovens system are installed to handle the retooling.

Midh Dallas Ford Motor Company Ford Texas United States Oylrender Branch Tennager

Contest Hinted in Election of Ad Club Me

The San Antonio Advertising club plans its annual election meeting for Tuesday January 16 at 12 15 pm in the Plees hotel ballroom. Two nominating tickets were submitted after two weeks of contention as members vote on club leadership, expansion, and a broad program for 1934 with growing membership and stronger ties to the Adverting federation.

San Antonio Advertising Club Plees Adversing Federation of America, Co. Driskag Texas Oklahoma San Antotio Merv i Advertising Club

Majestic Radio Sets New Month’s Record

Majestic Radio Sales reported a record December as general manager Le Rot J Williams noted sustained gains across months. The firm distributes products through 16,000 dealers in major cities and posted a 1934 year total of about 970,000 sets with December shipments exceeding 20,000 radios.

le Rot J. Willams Majestic Hne AG Williams

Joske Brothers chief named publicity head for Boy Scouts

J H Calvert president of Joske Brothers accepts appointment as chairman of the publicity committee of the Boy Scouts of America per scout executive Carl Bryan. Calvert and his board will run the council publicity program yearly and inform the public about Scouting. Plans for Armiversary Week include a show at the municipal auditorium on February 10 with committee members Hugh Hullf Sidney Gallinger Jerome Harris and S J La to assist the effort.

J. H. Calvert Joske Brothers Company Hoy Scouts of America Carl Bryan Cal Vert Calvert Hugh Hulff Sidney Jallinger Jerome Harris 5. J. la

Night Schools to Offer Advertising Courses in San Antonio

Advertising courses announced for night schools include a class on newspaper advertising led by William Wyatt, with sessions planned for the former Main Avenue high school building now Mil Avenue Technical and Vocational school. Open to all, especially business executives, the program covers subjects related to newspaper advertising and aims to guide aspirants in the profession.

Mra teGlelinn W. Blemere Stee Icker Harptondale Darrell Ave New Vosbrawn Konder W. Mulberry Findergarten Gedren Wantisu San Anit Rpame G-mnon Dredinny Heuerman Jadwio Bach Toy Beasted William Wyatt San Antonios Mr. Trontz Gunding Main Avenue Mil Avenue

Vermilion Color Ties to Roman Legacy and Power

Vermilion, named from Latin vermilen or shining worm, is tied to Roman color usage and imperial authority. The hue signified brilliance and was linked to nobility in ancient times, with references to its association with banners, uniforms, and state display.

Grimy Beale Company Announces New Appointment

Announcement today confirms FA Menger Meckeic company appoints new refrigerator department head at Mengers Croton distributors. HH Sharpe to lead the department. praise for Gronow refrigerator quiet operation cabinet beauty and economy. Display motels show units highlighting rotary compressor and beltless design.

FA Menger Meckeic Company East Commerce Sarah Os Grunow Refrigerator Dealer Jerry T. Nisly Badin Envipment Company Croton Distributors Plas Menger Electele Comebray Wil Lgm Jacobs Unik Menger

Glidden Managers Return From Dallas Sales Meeting

Glidden executives report large nationwide sales gains after a Dallas meeting led by T Chamberlain with regional director L Perrine and director Dwight Joyce. A message from president Adrian Jevves praised the increase and noted improved business conditions under President Roosevelt.

T. Chamberlain Leo Ammonis Glidden Com Pany J. &. Pilgrim Donald Dallas Chamberlain L. ¥. Perrine Dallaa Texas Dwight P. Joyce Cleveland Adrian BP. Jevee Roosevelt

Uniformed Forces Mention in Historic Milan Conflict

Fragmentary OCR notes describe references to uniforms, a purplish hue, and names such as Taig ueonte and Alunu Baame. Mentions 1957 near Milan, Magenta, and Geribald with scattered phrases about wearers, pears, and insurance, lacking clear events or context.

Tietlans Sieistrians Milan Monewcotor Natal Lagan

Three Rivers Gardens incorporates for Subsistence Homestead plan

Three Rivers Texas forms the Three Rivers Gardens corporation to manage an eight homestead colony as part of the Subsistence Homestead program. Charles R. Tips presides with Hender Fon Coquat as vice president and O M Wilson as assistant secretary. The project aims to build 60 homesteads costing about 2500 dollars each, with land, homes, and basic equipment on 5 acres and a 20 year payment plan at 1 percent interest. The plan touts decentralised industry and employment in a local sugar refinery complex to support payments and food production, with other projects in Texas and nearby states already underway.

Aba Astin Yeslers Witlee Comads Calony Three Rivers Three Rivers Gardens, Incorporated Delar Subsistence Homestead Corporation Washington, D. C Charles R. Tips Hender Fon Coquat Mr. Buckalou Ant O. M. Wuson Secyolayys Grensayer Texas Board of Direcetore Carl G. Taylor Subsisterice Homestead Division U. S. Department of the Interior Beriod United States Census Bureau Industres Subsistence Homesteal Corporation Rowston Dellas Fort, Worth Beaumont Aubur Wichita

Studebakers Shown in Wide Selection at Local Dealership

Studebaker models in multiple body styles are on display at Winerich Motor Sales in Broadway at Third, with Frank Wincerich citing strong demand and recent price reductions. The firm promotes features like automatic starting, automatic choke, and improved ride, noting high November sales and updated lineup to meet growing interest.

Studebaker Winerich l Motor Sales Company Broadway Frank A. Wincerich Sinca Apures wWinerlen Sai

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DM. A.X. Wallrop Conger Realty Company W. ©. Watson Charles KR. Tips Southwest Texas Biard AW OR. Sharpe Home Finders Gray Atelax Foundation Good Motor Co Guarantee Motor Car Co Ad Club Me A. Calvert The Boy Scouts of America Mis Lewis Grimy Beale Aerd Fil Speering Yoeran Iistien Fomby Cithieg Company San Antoniens Three River Men Head Corporation
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