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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1933
Page
13
A scrambled report from New York outlines trading activity with unclear names and figures. It references interests such as Earl Mt Trading and various entities while noting price movements and percentage changes amid market uncertainty.
Chicago January 10 grain market shows mixed signals with winter wheat futures edging lower while corn and oats see cautious activity. Bearish pressure from recent declines persists though buyers remain active for May delivery, with notable bids cited by brokers and cash traders at several points along the market.
Readable fragments show vegetable and fruit prices, with weights and crate or dozen units. Mentions Brussels exports, commissions, and fluctuating market quotes, including apples, onions, cabbages, and beans. Locations and brands are unclear due to mangled OCR, but the item cycles through market rates and product types.
A fragmented livestock market report from Chicago and regional listings shows varying prices for cattle, calves, and hogs. It notes early sales, yearlings, and steady fat cattle with higher wholesale demand, while wheat supply in Topeka, Kansas, and a USDA update on January wheat stocks are mentioned.
Fragmentary cotton market notes from KEW DALEANG and SRIVRAPOUL describe lower prices due to fire delays and thawing conditions. The report cites price movements for May July and August offerings, with notes on production at 108M percent and rising unfilled orders by December, amid broader textile market signals and regional price shifts.
Bastr op, Jan. 10. Funeral services for Mrs Charley Jerking, 52, who died at her home, will be held Friday, January 13, in Bastrop. The death occurred after an illness reported to have lasted several days. She is survived by her husband Charley Jerking and other immediate family members. The funeral will be conducted at a local church with burial in the Bastrop Cemetery.
Officials warn that Lower Valley Texas could ship 18 000 to 20 000 cars of citrus next season if crops meet expectations. Current output around 4 000 cars would overwhelm plants, with daily yarding spiking by 75 to 125 cars. Prices may fall further, prompting growers to grade quality and destroy surplus to prevent flood in markets.
Obituaries list Virginia Buchetti of 143 Southolte street with Monday services led by Rev B H Taylor and survivors including daughter Mrs Mary Wheat, sister Mrs Galena Schroeder, sons E J and Thames F Buchetti, and brother Robert Davis of Dimendart. Also Charley William Bauer aged 19 of Fredericksturg Road with Monday funeral at Hogg McCollum chapel led by Rev H B Taylor, survivors including father Charles August Bauer, mother and stepfather Mr and Mrs Richard Saenger, siblings Bonnie, Adolph, S L Ueeker, and extended relatives. Bauer a Gonzales native who lived here 18 years. Mrs Zenobia Harris Capel, 79, died at 1901 Buena Vista Street. funeral Tuesday with Rev H M Smith presiding. survivors include husband Alexander W Capel, daughters Mrs J F Gartiner and Mrs C S Bowen, sons J W Capel and T Capel, 11 grandchildren and great grandchildren. Frank L Huebner, 84, retired stockman, died Monday at 434 Warwick holevard. funeral at Riche Undertaking Parlors Tuesday afternoon, internment Mission Burial Park. survivors include widow Dre Antonette Huebner, two sons Joseph C Huebner and Rudolph Huebner, grandchildren. Huebner was born in Glonze, Austria, came to the area 78 years ago and settled near Helotes, later moving to San Antonio.
A late today report states Representative Patigny of Texas announced that proponents of a new wash bonus payment plan were first to arrive in the house. The event centers on timing and approval readiness, with attention to procedural steps and potential votes planned for the evening session.
A report notes money taken from a shoe belonging to a visitor at a local hotel on Kirk Place. The incident occurred Monday and involved Mrs De J Sao. The shoe was the only item reportedly affected as investigators seek clues.
Pat Rooney, a stage actor, dies after a year marked by injuries and medical treatment. Details of the illness and circumstances are given in the late Hollywood page.
Six Rock Island Moline and East Moline banks suspend all banking business for two weeks by joint mayoral proclamation. Mayors Husy Thompson Carpenter approved the moratorium after a conference with bankers listing participating institutions including State Bank of Rock Island Rock Island Bank and Trust Company Moline State Trust and Savings Bank Peoples Savings Bank and Trust Company Manufacturers State Bank and State Bank of East Moline.
Plan for a larger Hereford auction at the second annual San Angelo spring stock show gains momentum as the Texas Hereford association will run the sale. The head fee drops from 15 to 10 dollars, with D. G. Talbob of Fort Worth expected to confirm. J Culbertson Deal, show secretary, welcomes the move. W J Largent of Merkel, president of the Hereford association, recently won the grand championship at the International Livestock Show in Chicago.
McAllen officers detained two men on January 16 in connection with a Waco investigation. Telegraphed warrants were sent to detain the suspects after doctors’ kits bearing Waco physicians’ names were found. The case centers on cross-city evidence and pending formal charges.
A total of 48440 dollars in scrip issued to teachers will be redeemed by the San Antonio Board of Education Tuesday, announced by business manager Paul B. Schols. Warrants to be redeemed range from Series B 1 numbers 17076 to 27997 and end from 1749 to 1807, but only 4280 dollars will not be redeemed.
Corpus Christi January 16. The chamber of commerce will hold its annual meeting and dinner. Centen Power and Light officials and local office staff will be welcomed. Principal address to be delivered by Dick Terrell of San Antonio.
A youthful explorer spoke to boys at the YMCA about his upcoming departure for the Byrd Antarctic expedition. He plans to be in San Antonio in about three months, with a noon Monday departure noted in Valley Pioneer burial notices and local service details.
A terse dispatch notes the fleet near Tailonge by Tyrtueal in Ming Yews is rep- Jurered at Tailonge. The well in Tyrtueal lies near Val- Hirriga with reports all wells and ships in the area all well today.
County Judge Prov Wendell announced plans Monday to seek state assistance to audit Dexar County officers’ books for the past two years. He noted funds from tax collections go to the state and said he would confer with State Auditor Moore Lynn to ensure a complete audit of the county’s finances.
Daniel Sparks a 15 year old of 808 Waverly avenue crashed his motorcycle headfirst into the pavement when a stray dog darted across South Alamo and Beauregard. He was taken to Santa Rosa hospital with a fractured skull and serious injuries, authorities said. Witnesses reported the bike skidded 51 feet after the swerve to avoid the dog. he is the son of Joseph Sparks, watchmaker.
Directors of the Valley Merchants Loan Bank declared dividends and elected officers at their annual meeting. Officers named included Mittanck as president and F W Schwiner as vice president. Directors listed include Ethel B Finks and Henry Hartoog among others. The meeting covered multiple offices and regional directors.
O W Hellen ranchman of Jim Hogg county was re elected president of the First National Bank of Hebbronville at the annual meeting of stockholders and directors. Other officers re elected were Payne Hris cor vice president and cashier D C Grohman vice president FR W Warren assistant cashier and Alberta Saldana assistant cashier.
Pleasanton reports Atascosa county received 5000 dollars from the RFC for January and February relief needs per Commissioner Theo Exast. Washington notes that the Interstate Commerce Commission denied permission to Ohio and Kentucky Railway to borrow 65066 dollars from the Reconstruction Finance Corporation.
Laredo January 15 broccoli cuttings push weekly totals with 154 carloads shipped from Laredo ending Saturday January 14. Winter vegetables total 442 carloads. Other heavy shipments include 107 carloads of mixed vegetables and 102 carloads of spinach. Additional items listed: beets, collards, carrots, cucumbers, radishes, and greens per agricultural bureau data.
Maury Maverick quoted by Weakley as Citizens League executive committee chair says no nominating committee meetings have occurred to select major and city commissioners candidates. The group promises nominees will deserve San Antonio voters support after a likely long series of meetings.
Pleasanton stockholders of the First National Bank, charter No. 103, will discuss bank policy at a meeting on January 244. A key item on the agenda is a proposal to merge with the First National Bank of Pleasanton, charter No. ar4.
Stockdale Watermelon Growers association will meet with Southern Pacific Missouri Pacific and Katy railroad representatives in San Antonio Saturday to seek changes in melon freight rates after a previous meeting here.
Seventeen bankers from Valley Banks and Clearing House associations met in Mercedes on June 16. J T Caldwell of Dutan Nations Bank Houston outlined the Glass banking bill and its potential impact on local banks. Melvin Rouft of Houston and B F Onstot of McAllen spoke briefly. Officers elected include President John C Jones, Vice President H Vomme, Secretary Treasurer W E Cloesner, and N P Barton named president of the Hidalgo County Bank and Trust. S A Caller named vice president.
Captain Mathfeldh of the Army War College announced that the Second Division Association will hold a grand reunion in Chicago next July 2022, likely drawing about 5000 soldiers, marines and sailors who fought together during the war.
Pleasanton news reports George Jambers of San Antonio completed the purchase of the Lambelie hotel today. He plans remodeling including a roof garden. The hotel was previously operated by Mr and Mrs Sam Ticks.
Corpus Christi January 1. Immediate salary reductions by Nueces county commissioners will save between 9000 and 10000 dollars annually, per Tudge End Wolfe.
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