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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1933
Page
10
A historical column by Arthur Brisbane for King Features Syndicate dated 1884 provides commentary on contemporary affairs and social topics with a columnist voice typical of late 19th century press features. The piece reflects era concerns, public interest angles, and Brisbane's distinctive observational tone.
Roosevelt signs textile code to end child labor, a reform long sought by philanthropy. The piece contrasts past exploitation with today as parents supplied needed work, while laborers gained protection. It also touches on animal cruelty at dude ranches, Attila’s grave legends, and distant notes from Russia, Japan, and explorers.
Reports from a distant convention describe messages exchanged between President Roosevelt and President Ricardo Rodriguez of Mexico, both extending greetings to the Lions Club. Rodrigues, honorary president of the Mexico City Monn Club, praised the collaboration and noted the shared effort in promoting international goodwill.
Alton Illinois July 11 A 77 year old semi invalid banker Luer was abducted from his home by a comely young woman and two men after they entered to use the telephone His wife was wounded when dragged aside The captors fled in a motor car relatives fear for his life as ransom talk begins Roosevelt forms a national recovery council to coordinate policy Hearings on the code of fair competition begin July 20 with aims to raise wages and cut hours to spur employment and purchasing power The lumber industry has agreed to raise wages and shorten hours while some terms remain under review The administration seeks to curb unwarranted bread price increases and monitors industry compliance
Chicago grain prices surged as wheat rose nearly five cents a bushel with May deliveries hitting 1.14 a bushel and December rye climbing to 1.03 1 2. Producers bid up corn and oats in sympathy with bread cereal gains. The government crop report pegged wheat at about 150 million bushels below normal needs, fueling the rally.
Albany report says 24 year old John J. O Connell was abducted in an act of revenge against his uncles Ed and Dan O Connell Democratic leaders. Family advisors cite failure to communicate and a huge ransom demand as reasons for suspecting vengeance rather than money. The abduction occurred around 1 am Friday with threats and messages received over the next two days.
Weather forecast notes partly cloudy conditions for San Antonio and vicinity Tuesday night and Wednesday. It cites a low about 74 degrees Tuesday night and a high near 97 degrees Wednesday, with light to moderate southerly winds.
A severely damaged excerpt reports an ex convict charged with larceny leaping four stories from a courtroom window in Chicago while in a wheelchair. He survived briefly before dying from injuries. authorities described the incident as a dramatic prison-escape attempt.
The National Lumber Manufacturers' Association filed with the Recovery Administration a code of fair competition for the timber industry. Public hearings will occur in ten days. The plan proposes a national 48 hour work week, with possible reductions to 40 in some regions, and wage scales aimed at restoring purchasing power to the 1926 level.
A sweltering day peaked at 98 degrees with a 73 degree low Monday night in Ben Antonians, offering brief relief as forecasters predict 74 degree high and nights near 74 for Tuesday and Wednesday. Partly cloudy skies and light southerly winds persist with no rain in sight, though thundershowers may reach the Panhandle and bring some relief later.
The Texas railroad commission fixed July 27 for a statewide hearing on oil and gas conservation across Texas fields. A key proposal is a reduction in field allowable production. East Texas allowable stands around 675,000 barrels and is expected to be a focal point of the hearing.
Fort Worth officers found a bushel basket of narcotics hidden behind a panel in O. D. Stevens home near Handley. Three bodies linked to a February mail truck robbery and two missing men were associated with the case. State DA Martin and federal investigators outlined a scheme implicating Jack Bourdivyant and W. L. May in the holdup and subsequent killings.
London dispatch reports the world economic conference steering committee backed a pared down agenda. The gold bloc pressured to drop monetary topics until dollar stability, while the American delegation with Britain and others sought the full program. Sub committees may consider additional issues, but agreement requires unanimous support. Prime Minister Bennett and James M. Cox praised the consensus as progress toward a smooth endgame.
Hartford July 11 Connecticut today joined several states in seeking prohibition repeal with 50 Geltgates by unanimous vote shaking the Twenty first amendment to the U S constitution showing strong support for ending the dry era and paving the way for lawful alcoholic sales.
William E. Pussyfoot Johnson returned to McDonough near Binghamton after a Northwest tour and warned the U S faces a five year dry era. He criticized efforts to appease dissent and argued liquor law enforcement and speeches would only drive the country further toward prohibition, noting dry areas and political missteps in the northwest.
The dollar rose in London trading closing around 4.72 with bears covering and demand. Gains followed yesterday’s depreciation while New York opened and influenced sentiment. In Paris the franc closed at 10.08 francs, up 0.48 centimes from yesterday’s close.
In Reykjavik on July 1 24 Italian seaplanes awaiting departure for Cartwright Labrador en route to Chicago were delayed by faseline supply issues. General Italo Balbo led the airmen who returned from Vajnagardar bay after a failed attempt to use his plane and then went back to the landing point.
TOKIO July 11 armed police guarded Premier Salo and other cabinet members amid a thwarted plot. An organization named Seisanto, composed of farmers and laborers, was linked to the alleged plan. About 40 people were questioned and released. two members of a patriotic group were arrested in Caaka.
In Paraguay's Gran Chaco Bolivian forces opened a dawn attack along a front from Albania to Gondea and Nanawa. The fight was described as severe with heavy bombardment and clashes ongoing as Bolivian and Paraguayan forces contend for control in that border region.
Washington July 11 A plan to build a new dirigible to replace the ill fated Akron is under discussion. Senators Bulkley and Harter of Ohio visited the White House urging the president to allot funds from public works money for a ship like the recently commissioned Macon as part of the national recovery program.
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