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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 25, 1931

Page

25

West Texas architects plan national convention in San Antonio

The West Transchapter of Lucas Ayne t announces plans for the national convention of architects to be held in San Antonio before April 14 15 and 16. Architects from all states will attend with entertainment at the Spanish Governor’s Palace and tours of historic and modern structures.

West Transchapter Lucas L Ay Net Lane San Antonio Jost Weet Texad M. H. Fipbringer Memphis Gulf Purbinger A. IA Ayres Onaimian Pleza Aller A. Ayreg Martar PD Berlih Amd Richard Vander Straten Alice H- Arros Chalrainn Chceriol A Merlean Dex Cun Musiclina Afr Aves Emmett T. Jackson Anzil Mallow Laral Architects Dienjoy Hromingak Monhers T Ie Mellon Entertainmens Ag Well Buairens Apres

Billion in Life Insurance Growth Highlighted by Association Leader

A 1900s era life insurance push is detailed with figures showing large policy sums and premium payments. Leaders emphasize the role of life insurance as financial protection and a bulwark of national confidence amid economic pressures and depression.

Snemer Alense Loomin

Corpus Christi Channel Deepening Project Funds Report

The Corpus Christi channel deepening work was funded at about 515000 dollars, with the project authorized by the federal government. A survey linked the extension to nearby rivers and coastal areas, noting government approval and technical details.

Corpus Christi Cangerss Roya Coloma Prasret

Optimism Prevails At Marts In New Year Trade

A sanitized forecast notes rising demand and lower prices in the furniture market. Industry leaders from New York Chicago and Denver report renewed optimism and continued consumer buying, with emphasis on maple and oak furniture and new styles designed for affordability.

San Ahlogio Aegima Agethere Amd Onaleza Warholsie New York Chirago Senile Fo Tonis Denver bin Antoine Ketw Chicago Grant Llerenee Smt General Mopoper Honeshaul Peenitwee Company Eversbods Ben Antonia

Builders to Make Final Plans for National Meeting

The San Antonio Builders Exchange secretary-manager said the commission will convene Tuesday at 2 20 p m at the St Anthony Hotel to finalize plans for the national convention of builders exchange to be held February 16 to 18. The event features include a Banquet and entertainment. An invitation is sent to the Texas exchange and the Austin builders group will attend. Milwaukee plans no large event, with Governor Sterling invited as principal speaker at the banquet.

San Antonio Builders Endiance St. Anthony Texas Toon Exchange Melr Ballidera Exchange Milwaukee Argent Tori Sterling the St. Anthony

Hester Company Opens A Office The Theater

Hester Company opens a branch office at 395 Taunton with DL J Dierd in charge. The local branch will serve surrounding counties in Besar county. The new collection system eliminates a large portion of collection overhead says Mr. Lier.

Theater Dalian Tentern Taunton Haulsing DL. J. Dierd Wil Besar Enunty Benter Lier

Real Estate and Houses Now Buying Buys Daily

Real estate men and individuals list their best buys daily in light classified ads. Prices are low now with potential increases soon. Read today to catch limited opportunities and bargain values in the market.

Apartments Completed in San Pedro and Olmos Areas

The article notes the completion of a new apartment building in San Pedro and Olmos Park San Antonio planned by architect Welter Tl. Andueson with AJ Madleo supervising construction. The structure uses reinforced concrete and permanent materials, featuring modern interiors with wall paintings, kitchen equipment, exhaust fans, soundproof doors, oak trim, and multiple suites. The project includes four 760rd3 units, each with living and dining rooms, a ballroom, kitchen, and other conveniences. Smith, owner of the Ne-Surta hotel and other San Antonio properties, also owns a 288 acre Nacogdoches County farm and 15 Thoroughbred Kentucky horses, while retaining a home in Olmos Park.

Pia Ciiy Hag Hues San Pedro Elemere George 12 Smith Man Suilling Welter Tl Andueson Srchitect Anil Madleo Plaeeer Aox Alcom Heat Tila Baths Will Valde Kitehr Smith Ne- Surta San Antonio Nacogdoches Olmos Mission Drilling Pettus Aces Weaper Sudset

Highway contract awarded for asphalt work in Kenney county

A. C. Erich and Tarham and A. P. Walker secured a contract to pave 10 miles of Imr atone rerk asphalt on Highway No. Tal from Cracketeville to Spatlard to Kenney county at $55 a8. Felech announced.

Erich and Tarham A. P. Walker Antonia Imratone Rerk

Builders Ad Meeting to Promote Building Congress

The Building Congress committee aims to unite builders, financiers, architects, and labor under the American Institute of Architects to advance constructive priorities. They plan a report to the institute and seek public guidance on industry costs, unemployment relief, and the value of integrated building interest groups.

buiWers Bank Era American Institute of Architetle Jebich William Orr Tudlow New York Multtule Ty Elunir-Ran Committees of Foria

Bid Opening Postponed for Reer Bird School Building

Barce De s baa len postpones bid opening from January 2 to January 25 for the new Bird School at Barcedes Bay. Architect Newell Watera of Wealney Archittet presents two story structure using face brick hollow tile and concrete, with an estimated cost about 100000 dollars.

Barcedes Baa Len Janary Newell Watera Wealney Archittet

U S Homes Built by Low Income Workers Contest Winners

A Flow Got My Tome contest by the National Association of Real Estate boards highlights low income workers who own homes. Entries describe laborers and artisans earning modest wages saving to fund purchases, detailing payments and financing methods while judges await the February 15 results.

Agaa Istheas Times National Association of Real Estate Marehel

550000 Customers Added by Electric Companies in 1930

Electric utilities added about 550000 customers in 1930, with domestic electricity use rising sharply by around 12 percent. The year saw large construction programs totaling 850 million dollars, surpassing earlier plans, while overall industrial consumption faced a decline.

Industriad Hich Presidente Hoover Ula Fem Yehr Tela

Puritan Clothing Store Names New Manager

C H Cline named manager of Puritan Clothing at 105 West Moretou. Cline, a San Antonio veteran, previously led two local Sam stores and invites friends to visit the newly equipped shop offer.

C. H. Cline Puritan CG. T. Channey West Moretou Short Mr. Cie San Antonio eSam Ine Comleda

Filling Station Contract Awarded to Gallaway Construction

The Gallaway Construction of Tinburg has been awarded the contract to erect a brick, two-story fueling station with power equipment at Alamo for the Pelepleurn company. The building will be near completion and serve local needs.

Gallaway Construction Camerany of Tinburg Ubon Cottrass Alamo Stdin Pelepleurn

Colonial Home Wins Contract for Relined Colonial Residence

AL Griffith and Finrlingen secure the contract to extend and modify a colonial frame residence for Mr. J W Rich at Beat Tytventreet. The project includes a four year extension and nine rooms redesigned to suit the dwelling.

AL Griffith Finrlingen Egntrarfor

Power Rates Cut Aids Winter Garden Farming Efforts

Winter Garden district development officials announced rate reductions by Central Fancy and Tight company to two cents per kilowatt hour from April 2 to October 1 to bolster diversified farming. Winter Garden chamber of commerce chairman FB W. Dalliows led the announcement and emphasized cooperative support for a mixed farming approach in the district.

San Antonio Winter Garden Merling Conmerce Witter

Diet and Rest Home Opens on Dwyer Avenue

Bir Fl ance McDermott opens a diet and rest home at 408 Dwyer Avenue focusing on care for elderly residents. The institution already holds approval from various regions, with Mrs. McDermott and Mrs. Alc Tourmott cited as authorities on elderly care and treatment.

Dwyer Ave Flance McDermott Bow Dwyer Neenie Reivus Poris McDermoatt Alc Tourmott Netritiga

Jobless Veterans Selling Calendars in San Antonio

San Antonio veterans, unemployed, are selling calendars to raise funds for themselves. The operation reportedly profits the sellers, with proceeds allocated to residents, and lasting about 35 days as described by officials from the veterans bureau.

San Antonio TH. Mecimed Enine Agee Felerons” Rules Bureau Oppenheimer Arrord Oil Routinun

Pilsbunk Paints Master Painters Meeting in Pittsburgh

The Glass company will hold a wireline demonstration for Master Painters at 2420 South Alfio Street in Pittsburgh on September 25. Gilrayie, a factory representative, will conduct the program with assistants Whitheld EW Soues and TRemace. A paint display and product talk including varnish and brushes will be offered, with a follow up meeting announced for Austin on a later date.

Pilsbunk Mate Glass Company Sn Autouiy Ofies Alfio Atrect Gilrayie Waitheld Manny Ued Prstrata Wil Cor Aiwod United States Whitfield Pittsburgh

European Tours Planned for San Antonio Folks

Norman G. Pindet of Rodet Travel bureau announces completed plans for European tours from San Antonio. The program features hotel stays, entertainment, and sporting events, with excursions to major cities and cultural experiences across Europe.

San Antonio Norman G. Pindet Rodet Travel Bureau Thin City Partica al Smart Budotee England Comietes Tourna Europe Unitea Fines Hagelin Thortot Belgique San Antonine

Texas Company to Build New Station in Bante Ren

Texas company to erect a brick and tile filling station at Bante Ren. The project plans include a brick and tile building to be opened later.

Texas Company M Huilt Bante Ren

New School Dedication in Kingeville by District No 6

The Kingeville District 6 dedicated a new school building with remarks by principal, J F Ellis overseeing ceremonies, and contractor Cage Construction. Board trustees include O J Mark J Fling L D Nix and others. Jno Marriott and associates prepared the plans for the project under Tex Mex supervision.

Kingeville Jno. M. Marriott and Sasoniatea S. A Cage Construction Company J. W. Skinner Tex Mex J. F. Ellis O. J. Mark J. Fling L. D. Nix

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