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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 21, 1934

Page

3

Real Estate Proposal Aims to Boost Housing and Tax Credit

Babson Reports to Representative Doughton urge private financing for new homes to spur employment. Advocates 50 percent tax deduction on investments in building or financing homes, predicting 1,040,000 jobs and net tax gains beyond surtax losses. Projections rely on private capital via individuals and lenders amid bank constraints.

Babson's Reports, Inc Robert E. Doughton Ways and Means Tibuse of Representatives Washington Hormel

Ormsby Sees SH Show as Bright 1944 Outlook

Ormsby, president of Ormns by Chevrolet, returns from the New York mobile show with upbeat notes on 1934 displays. He calls the event the most successful in years, cites record attendance, and predicts a strong industry year with Chevrolet leading the way and broad revival in New York area business.

S. 2 Ormsby Ormnsby Chevrolet Company New York Malers Automobile Chamber of Commerce Publin America Chevrolet

Sleep and Color Influence Rest Says Researcher

A researcher from Col ante University argues wall color affects sleep quality. Dr. Pohald Luied notes rest depends on factors including work interest and monotony. He cites examples of Napoleon and Woodrow Wilson to illustrate how environmental elements and work conditions shape sleep needs.

Pohald Luied Colante University Department of Toychology Editon Napoleon Lille Laled

Fever for 1934 autos sweeps across the nation

The article notes a nationwide rush to the 1934 automobile in major shows from Grand Central Palace to Chicago. It highlights record advance orders, rising production plans, and price increases while detailing manufacturer responses and the absence of convertible bodies due to labor strikes and raw material constraints.

Robert M, Ross Autotieebuy Kellyr Univerwal Sregines Detrommt Mich Grand Central Palace New York Buffalo Cincinnati Milwaukee Newark Philadelphia St Louis Detroit San Francisco Holtimore Pittabureh Rogtester Boston Induster Chicago Delrvil Sram Harry G. Moock Plymouth W. E. McCarby Auburn H. Bliss Nash Bulek Lincoln A. van der Zee Dodge W. R. Tracy Ile Oldsmobile D. B. Ralston R. 8. Cole Automobile Chrysler DeSoto

Truckers Home Business Good Truckers Home Business Good

The Truckers home at 103 South Pe ton street serves Amodean and Oriental foods since 1991, drawing patrons from the teaching industry due to near Produce row. Frank Kowsmura resumed management in 1831, remodeling and upgrading equipment to meet growing trade. A celebration marks Frank Kowsmura J. on Thursday January 26.

South Peton Street Amodean Produce Row Frank Kowsmura Frank Kawamura J

Renewed Card Tables Brighten Top of Card Tables

A distressed reader describes renewed card tables with pastel shades and brick tones to protect corners. The piece notes decorative techniques that reduce dry work and create an effective finish.

Realty Board Adds Members In San Antonio

The San Antonio real estate board added four new members at a board of directors meeting in the Insurance Building last week. Chenantes of tour firms and Hahn Datricutiog Co of Kansas City joined as associates or property owners division members. The board’s membership committee, led by Therman, plans outreach to recruit more members while citing mutual protection aims such as property preservation and tax stability.

Chenantes Hahn Datricutiog Company Kansia City San Antonio UN Committee Bonee N. §. Dielson R. W. Patton Willam F. Shits Altres W. Robse H. R. Hahenberger G. C. Hagelstein T. H Flannery Watconendt Grace Ares Li Pite Wallace Rogers Sol H.C. ‘Therma TH. Piancery N. §. Dickinson Wee J. W. Patton H. C. Thurman K. E. Fite Tom Etheridgs Thurman Barmett Vies L. A Casey G.O. Hagelstain G. Luceiese

Alamo Paint Offers Large Stock To Meet Quick Demands

Alamo Paint and Wallpaper, opened in 1941, reports buying power enabling bulk merchandise purchases to pass savings to customers and fulfill large orders on short notice. Joe Brunsinil notes shipments include three carloads of wallpaper and a great supply of paint. The firm upholds a policy of quality and service with a reputation for a complete stock.

Alamo Paint and Wallpapey Joe Brnsiniil Con 1Orm Palit Aui

Gordon Jersig Named Firestone Manager in San Antonio

Joe E. Yonts announces Gordon Jersig as the new Firestone Master station manager at 701 Marth Alamo Street in San Antonio. Jersig is familiar to locals, having moved here in 1907 with his family, attended local schools, and spent years in Mexico and Houston. He expresses enthusiasm for Firestone’s outlook and the San Antonio business.

Joe E. Yonts Aanager Firestone Tire and Rubber Company Gordon Jersig Firestone Marth i Alamo Street Jersig San Antonio Travis School Peat Houston Mary B. Jeralg Docile Jeralmanid San Antonia

Pennzoil Ads Highlight 1934 Plans At Gunter Hotel

At the Gunter Hotel a Pennzoil distributor and Aula Dealers Supply discuss 1934 sales and advertising. W J Daily, Jubrinaline sales assistant, touts Pennzoil’s large program and higher ad spend. Dad Clayton of Auto Dealers Supply says the campaign will boost 1934. Reports from across the country note improving business as Pennzoil emphasizes quality lubrication and continued dealer support.

Gunter Hotel Aula Pennzoil Beard W. J. Dally Peonzoil Onliine Pannzoil Dad" Clayton Penngoil Pennzail Daily Sale Pennzail Company Geneers Renewa Bennant Ab Jentins Bribury Uris United States Penn Ao

A P L Report Shows Private Activity Boost

Washington D C January 20 1934 government seed boosts private activity in building and modernizing projects says the American Federation of Labor annual report noting December 1933 housing construction more than double December 1932 yet attributed to government measures not private efforts J Park Save the Surface committee chair says owners keeping property well painted and maintained may stabilize values and guide future real estate prospects

Washington, D. C Jena Fpcration Repord J. Park Save the Surface Peck Barry

Wolfe’s Log Cabin Site Service Moves Nearby

W. W Wolfe, owner of the W. W Wolfe’s inn cafe Canton, relocates to 220 Fredericksburg road between Five Points and San Pedro avenue for convenience during construction of No. 9 on the Old Spanish trail. The Log Cabin is closed to daily meals but dinner and dance by appointment are available. chicken dinners and the same quality of food will be maintained at a reduced price.

Wolfe Fredericksburg Fredericksburg Road Five Points San Pedro Avenue Canton

New Building for Broadway on Veneralie Home Site

Wrecking begun on the Veneralie residence at Ninth and Broadway to clear the way for a modern structure to be financed by Broadway finance corp. The new building will reuse salvaged materials from the old landmark. Architect Phil Shoop notes the 55 year old house once stood as a city landmark, its demolition marking Broadway’s evolution from a cowpath to a busy thoroughfare. Stereoscopic views illustrate the street’s transformation from past to present.

Lowige Feasch Ninth Broadway Phil Shoop Louis Frasch Broadway Fi Fiance Corporation Phil Bhoop Dirk Shoop

Air liners kept on true course by radio meter

Croydon England January report explains radio beam guidance for airliners using twin wireless beacons and a two directional aerial system. A meter at the cockpit shows a black dot and a white dot confirming exact course. any drift triggers warning lines, guiding pilots to correct and keep the lines stationary.

Croydon England Jan. W London Groyden

Alamo Lumber Expands Loan Activity in San Antonio

Alamo Lumber renews uptick in loan activity and accelerated remodeling efforts in the San Antonio area. Reported by Alex Thomas, vice president and general manager of Alamo Lumber, the firm expands financing for building and renovation projects.

San Antonio Alex Thomas Alamo Lumber Company

Cash Register Speaker Talks to 8. A. Chains

Wr. Dullsch, representative at the Merchants' Service hortay of National Cash Register company, visited San Antonio and addressed Brady and Crug firms with sites a ducational debbare. Mr. Bulsch, guest of J. L. Canfield, was named epics agent for the San Antonio territory. Protecting glass edges around window frames is urged to prevent paint damage when cleaning with Abel Wool.

Wr. Dullsch Merchants’ Service Hortay National Cash Register Company San Antonio Fist Brady and Crug Ftrms Bulsch J. L. Canfield Epics Atrins al

Securities Head Analyzes Federal Budget Effects

Securities Head Analyzes Federal Budget Effects. J B Parkinson, president of National Securities Service, remarks the budget's large outlays could bolster business and reduce currency uncertainty, with steps toward uniform purchasing, government credit, and open market security purchases. He notes optimism and expansion of regional offices in El Paso, Laredo, Beaumont, Texas.

Securities Head Liser Lo Congrese J. B. Parkinson National Sraventies Boverniment Securitink Alleigg Toy & Greater National Securiies Service, Inc Aweil el Paso Laobnek Geaumont Texas

Homes Need Repairs Across the Nation in 1944 Program

Estimating about 300000 homes suffer weather damage and deterioration, Philip Lieber of the United States Building and Loan League urges a national repair and modernization drive. The plan, backed by Federal Home Loan banks, aims to create building trades employment by refinancing mortgages and funding $103 to $500 repair loans per home, with massive work projected by spring 1944.

Washington. D Philip Lieber United States Building and Laan League Bir Licher Home Loan Home Owners' Loan Corporation

Pan American Redecorated Office Entrance Features Revised

Pan-American Life Insurance offers are being remodeled at the Maverick building seventh floor to handle rising business. Ernest W. Wade, local agency manager, notes a key change is the redesigned entrance vestibule with bronze patina gates by iron craftsman Henry Wedemeyer. Modern red gum panels and neon display above gates will showcase the Pan-American Life Insurance logo with new lighting and upgraded agent facilities planned by architect Bartlett Cooke.

Pan-American Re Insurance Company Maverick Ernest W. Wade Henry Wedemeyer Cartier Pan-American Life Insurance Company Bartlett Cooke

Painting in an Extra Room Opens Modern Home Trend

The piece notes conversion of cellars or attics into living spaces as a growing trend. It describes painting walls and ceilings in light tones to reflect illumination and suggests informal, travel-inspired decor with colorful furnishings to suit the homeowner.

Savelle

Construction Contracts Continue in Off Season

The report shows December 1932 to December 1934 contract trends with F. W. Dodge data, noting a 12 percent monthly rise in December and a total near $1.26 billion for 1933. Publicly financed vs privately financed totals are broken out, highlighting strength in factory related orders and a recovery signal amid overall declines from prior years.

F. W. Dodge Corporation Lovey Weshier Hunt Norecakinus Wigherton Tewerley Corminatyes Ifner Fattery Fynes

Washington D C Private Construction Total Reaches 70 Million

In Washington D C a tally shows private construction costs in 1993 reaching 70 million dollars. Notable buildings completed or under construction include the Public Health Building at 9 08250, Post Office Department at 10 2000000, Department of Interior and Interstate Commerce at 11 2300000, Department of Justice at 12 0000000, Archives Building at 9 7500000, and Department of Agriculture at 12 3000000.

U. S. Public Health Post Office Departement Deparment Ag Lator Interseate Commerce Department Af Justice Archives Negorkment of Agriculture

Painting a Child Safe Playroom With Practical Walls

The article advises painting nursery walls with washable glass or enamel paint for practicality and easy cleaning. It notes children are sensitive to color and suggests letting a child help choose the color scheme while selecting a temperate palette. A decorative border at wall tops is recommended for added interest.

Steiells Chile

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