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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1933
Page
9
The piece surveys Arthur Brisbane style commentary on Mussolini’s Italy and Senator Norris, noting calls for modest living to bridge class divides and criticising high offices. It discusses the Vatican Hitler concordat, German persecution of Jewish doctors, and a push for St. Lawrence waterway power, framing political and social reforms amid foreign policy tensions.
Washington July 10 The Justice Department outlined plans to curb what it calls profiteering as bakers raise bread prices after a new wheat tax. Secretary Wallace says price increases should not exceed a half to one fourth of a cent per loaf once all costs are counted, with prosecutions possible for unwarranted hikes. Attorney General Cummings notes some communities show profiteering potential, and licenses or price controls may follow if needed.
Despite a 30 cent per bushel wheat rise and a new tax on milling, bread sold at usual San Antonio prices Monday. Officials say no immediate price rise planned, though some predict increases as costs spread. Bakers report no current moves, with discussions limited and no planned meetings.
A damaged OCR read reports a fire at the Illinois Capitol causing major destruction. Flames and water damaged the facility with roots caved in and sections weakened. The blaze allegedly began Sunday and burned for hours, impacting May prohibition repeal plans and a large wartime context with an estimated 476,000 binge.
Cotton prices rose sharply as futures for October reached 164 and December 180, driven by sterling exchange moves and a wave of buying orders over the weekend. Government acreage estimates showed a small increase earlier, but farm relief officials signaled ongoing acreage reduction efforts. The market opened higher with brief declines before recovering.
The Water Board will fill the vacancy caused by the death of Judge Arthur W. Seeligson, chairman. Mayor C K Quin said the board should elect new members rather than the city appointing. Board members include C A Goeth, Gus Glesecke, Mayor Quin, and James Gallagher. Goeth is expected to be elected chairman, a post he has held since city bought the water works in 1925.
Paris shows Premier Edouard Daladier urging France to maintain monetary sound through noninflation and balanced budget policies. He spoke in Apt and called on the United States to resolve debt issues, asserting France could meet its obligations and pledge payment on British loans.
Partly cloudy conditions expected Monday night and Tuesday. Highs near 74 degrees on Monday with light to moderate southerly winds. Lows around 40s Monday morning. A mostly cloudy period continues Monday night. Low confidence due to OCR errors. forecast emphasizes mild temperatures and light breezes across the period.
Judge Arthur W. Seeligson prominent San Antonio attorney and civic leader died at his residence 140 West Elsmore place at 6 15 Monday morning after a paralytic stroke. He was 62 and had chaired the San Antonio water board for eight years. Born in Indianola August 10 1871 he practiced there before moving to San Antonio and forming a long time partnership with Judge Ball. He was survived by his widow Mrs Lillie Sprigg Seeligson two daughters Mrs Tiley Roe and two sons Lyman Seeligson and Arthur Seeligson plus five grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at his residence with Bishop William T Caters and Rev Sam Capers officiating. He was a Scottish Rite Mason.
Milwaukee report states a beer bung struck Louis in the face while tapping a keg. He suffered a fractured nose and required hospital care after the incident. Derr is identified as responsible for the bung’s release during the break.
Washington July 10 Informed recovery administrator Hugh Manson said the textile industry welcomed President Roosevelt code and many plants plan immediate adoption A labor and industry advisory meeting explored future recovery policy and timing for fair competition codes in various sectors The first wage and hour code under the recovery act was approved and will set minimum wages and hours The steel industry codes were mostly rejected while manufacturers work to supply additional employment data The scene included plans for further discussions with the National Manufacturers Association and Mills Manufacturers Association This article notes up to 400000 textile workers will shift to 40 hour weeks at pay around 12 or 13 dollars per week The piece ends noting continued coverage on page four
The report notes Britain monitors the pound dollar rate as the dollar weakens toward a historic level around 4.80 to 4.86 per pound. Observers expect intervention when the rate nears the old parity, with Britain wary of further declines unless policy moves curb the slide.
London dispatch reports the world economic conference may adjourn by July 26 for an indeterminate period after busing over monetary topic decisions. The steering committee voted to drop subsidies and tariffs from further talks while the monetary group remains split on whether to address monetary questions.
In Tarr y town New York on July 1 a local churchgoer notes the old financier John D Rockefeller Sr cannot smile he tells photographers to stop asking for a smile claiming he is too old. The crowd laughs as Rockefeller is described as senile by some observers.
In London the American dollar closed at 4.80 1/2 francs after opening 4.73 and rising to 4.84 1/2 amid weakened selling. parity speculation followed by cover orders. In Paris the dollar closed at 15.7 centimes to the franc, down from Friday’s level.
Cloudy to partly cloudy conditions prevail in San Antonio for the next 24 hours with temperatures remaining near 95 high and 74 low. Southerly winds will keep night temperatures comfortable.
Moscow reports Maxim Litvinov Russian foreign minister will receive the Nobel Peace Prize. He has secured ten additional nonaggression pacts with neighboring states as part of broader peace agreements.
Unfavorable weather threatens the takeoff of two or 24 Tralsky seaplanes planned to carry cargo to Salvador and then cruise toward Chicago. The operation may be delayed until conditions improve, with Icelandic authorities noting the weather as the primary obstacle.
Fragmented OCR shows multiple rental ads with weekly rates and property details. Advertisers include Mary LeAdvic at 472.00 per month and other landlords listing apartments on San Pedro and Branden avenues. The page mentions contacting agents to place or edit ads and highlights a general vacancy notice.
Mayor C K Quin disclosed that San Antonio will seize delinquent properties to secure tax revenues if payments do not reach 70 percent of the total. Deputy Tax Collector Stephens reported Saturday’s collections at about 60.5 percent, with more checks expected. City finances face potential payroll gaps, and officials will assess large properties first to recover taxes, with homesteads possibly seized under emergency powers.
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