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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1933
Page
14
A column gathers views from leading bankers and financial figures on branch banking trends, citing Chicago and urban centers. It notes a shift toward branch networks, mentions rail and construction funding, and highlights opinions on business conditions, funding, and regional economic prospects.
An extensive display at Tejas Department of Agriculture showcases apples, peaches, citrus, and leafy greens with prices listed. Vendors highlight mixes, cits, and regional grown produce from Lower Valley and nearby farms.
A Texas legislative hearing explored capping county fee officers pay, arguing the current $12,500 annual image, while city relief feeds thousands. Taxpayers' league supporters urged reductions, citing a $8,000 cap with funds going to the county treasury and proportional salary limits for officials.
Police say an 11 year old girl suspected of kidnapping Maria Burm Dayo, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Pete Sampayo of 115 English Way, is in custody after a coat dropped at the Sampayo home provided the breakthrough clue. The infant died after being stolen from the Sampayo residence, where the girl posed as the mother for about a week. Detectives announced the arrest Tuesday amid ongoing inquiries.
The Avizont market bulletin lists fresh dates and new shipments, with Porites at $3.70 per unit, scarce commodities, and arrivals from Medica. Prices span strawberries at 25 cents a pint, vegetables rising, and extensive daily listings for fruits, vegetables, and dairy.
Markets show scattered activity as trading opens with mixed signals across sectors. Major equities including American Telephone and other industrials move unevenly while energy and metal shares post fractional gains or weak levels amid cautious investor sentiment.
Washington report notes farm prices slid to 51 percent of prewar value in January as Congress grapples with domestic allotment and farm mortgage relief plans. Miller group protests plan, while senators Robinson and Hull explain proposed measures to ease mortgage strains. Hoover reviews a $90 million crop loan bill. Hyde reports to White House. Bestor appears before House committees on federal land bank loans.
A charter amendment to permit paying city taxes in four quarterly installments was proposed Tuesday by A Appler for the Taxpayers' League. Tax Commissioner Frank Bushick noted lateness of the request and that tax statements are already mailing. Last year 20 percent installments were allowed by ordinance, with no challenge to legality.
AUSTIN Jan 31 The house passed a bill in almost record time to abolish the farm census. Introduced yesterday by Rep Lon A Alsup of Carthage. A motion by Rep W E Pope of Corpus Christi to print on minority report to reduce the Texas ranger force to a headquarters company of six men failed as the house refused to suspend the rules to permit presentation. The motion will be made tomorrow in regular order.
Senator Thomas J Holbrook of Galveston introduced two bills in the Texas Senate to cut state government costs. One bill would reduce salaries for judges. the other would let the legislature implement further reductions in other state employees. The proposed pay scales would drop Supreme Court and Court of Criminal Appeals judges from 8000 to 0000, civil appeals judges from 7000 to 5250, and district judges from 5000 to 4000.
Pratt clerks have pledged to oppose further pay reductions. J. P. Elley, secretary to Item No. 195 of the National Federation for Postoffice Clerks, announced opposition to the committee's recommendation for a 13 percent cut and to a past recommended 3 percent reduction. The discussion centers on harming civil service purchasing power and business recovery, with debate over a proposed $10,009,000 impact.
Tevan World’s fair commission general manager F. H Whitmead Porter Whaley and John B Carringian travel Tuesday to Austin to confer with Governor Ferguson on financing the Texas exhibit at the Chicago fair.
Readable portions of a long livestock listing describe prices and lots for cattle calves hogs and sheep across Ban Antonio and Kansas City markets. Notable figures include common calves at 1.50 to 2.50 per unit and various weight brackets for cattle and hogs with multiple price notes and market activity.
Federal Judge Underwood granted authority for Al Capone to appeal to the federal court of appeals in New Orleans. The appeal follows his denied petition for habeas corpus, with attorneys citing the judge's decision.
Ossar Powell, chairman of the Relief Commission, announced the opening of a second commissary at Howth Meine, operated under direction of TO. Princes. Powell said the balanced program started as relief efforts continue.
A garbled early 20th century report notes Democrats moving to block Republican tariff legislation in the Capitol. The text mentions tobacco interests, a Zara Tobacco Company reference, and an attempted action by Democratic leaders to halt or delay the tariff measure. The fragment references Washington DC and a January session, with no clear outcome.
OAIGAGO January report shows wheat buyers retreating amid fragile demand. Chicago futures fluctuated with declines offset by limited buying. Argentine and Canadian currency shifts noted. outlook tied to spring wheat acreage and impending domestic stock changes. Washington officials cite improving farm demand but caution about broader industrial recovery.
A federal court issued a decree against Wheeler Kelly Hagny Trust trustee in the San Antonio Buburhat Irrigated Farms project. Judge N. Moursund was named receiver to conduct public land sales on courthouse steps in Hondo Medina County. Sales are scheduled for the first Tuesday of each month from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The San Antonio Public Service company sent the second $60,000 installment of its $250,000 payment to the city for trolley service substitutions. Acting Mayor Paul B. Aleffler announced the funds, noting the first $100,000 was paid in December and the $100,000 due February 28. The borough money and about $100,000 from back taxes will help cover interest and principal on accrued debt, with the new administration starting July 1 to face further obligations, and an estimated $125,000 in the treasury.
Honolulu dispatch reports a Blue Army awaiting scout plane word on enemy fleet movements during annual Paul Winkler maneuvers. Military and naval forces prepare for possible strikes as tensions rise at sea.
Megal entry admission for Kinoshita who waded the Rio Grande to enter the United States from Mexico will be renorled to his home country in February under a federal court ruling. He was admitted at Ban Tranelet in February 2031 in response to Mexico. Deportation proceedings were filed by immigration officers as a result of his return to his country. He will be held in jail pending further action.
About 80 delegates attend the Texas Poultry Producers Association annual meeting at the Plaza hotel with President H. E. Hrepin presiding. Officers to be elected this afternoon. Directors listed include Frank Essler Jr and Z. D. Rippen of Shiner, K. & R. Holekamp of Comfort, W. A. Winters of Jourdanton, Herman Voges of Wetmore, Theo Slohecker of Comfort, J. H. Burgio of Vander, F. Moeller of New Braunfels, Dr. Wy of Pearsall, A. Winn of Pearsall, Mrs. Chris Mathiesen of Fredericksburg, G. M. Webb, August J. Hier of Victoria, and Tom Watson of Cheapside.
Washington report on June 31 recalls Reconstruction Finance Corporation head Aflen Poms erene accusing large banks of hoarding community funds as cold storage while discussing suspending RFC loans to railroads. The banking committee opened a sweeping review of RFC finance to railroads and potential receiverships, with Pottercne as the first witness.
Washington dispatch reports the Senate sending back to conference a relief bill over 850000 bales of cotton to aid Red Grass and other relief organizations to provide clothing for the needy. The Grand Jury in the Thirty-seventh District Court reported to Judge W. Anderson Tuesday with 2 indictments and 58 no bills, while 32 indictments will be sent back.
Washington January 21 federal employees are being asked by the Veterans Administration whether they receive war service compensation. The inquiry aims to inform the joint Congressional committee studying veterans legislation and reflects the effort to assess compensation prevalence among federal workers.
Wauring police report a theft of license plates from a car belonging to W. M. Powell of 1127 Pasa Gena Street. Powell said the plates, a new 1939 auto license set, were stolen from his vehicle parked in the downtown area. The notice also promotes a special dance event, Tuesday Tight, with music by Slack Diamonds.
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