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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1930
Page
9
Chicago wheat futures edged higher as buyers from abroad showed interest and domestic crop conditions remained favorable for spring wheat. Corn and oats weakened while livestock trading was slow. prices in the broader grain market reflected mixed demand with several futures contracts showing modest gains or declines.
Deputies in Kansas City Missouri report an aged wife found on a rear porch with a .44 caliber revolver, claiming she waited to shoot her husband Jal Madden who had left after forcing her into work cooking. The scene unfolded as officers took the woman into custody and questioned her about the alleged plan.
Reports from Marcos and San Marcos say the cotton crop is maturing with rains providing moisture. Harvesting is forecast to begin by August 1 in Martindale and Crulghing area, with full picking possible by mid August as insects remain limited. Dry spells may hasten picking, though pests and drought threaten later yields.
Pearsall July 12 Luther DeVilliss of Pearsall was elected group chairman of Group 11, including New Braunfels San Antonio Pearsall Jourdan ton Hondo Seguin and Fredericksburg Lions clubs. N. Tf. Hunt was selected group secretary. Adolph Siedernton of New Braunfels presided. Mattox installed incoming president. DeVilhiza retired president received gold past president pin.
The battleship Leviathan entered New York Harbor for the fifth time without a pilot as required by state law. Commodore Harold A. Copningham said he would continue to bring the ship in himself until a competent pilot is assigned.
Pearsall selects Roy Shappele of Bryan as instructor of vocational agriculture for the Peprag schools. He is a Texan A. & M. graduate and former member of the university faculty, later joining the extension service as county agent.
Paris reports President Doumargue commuted sentences of 637 court martialed soldiers effective July 1. The action follows Bastille Day customs and affects additional cases under ongoing review.
Few changes were noted on produce row Saturday morning after a heavy wind. Kansas potatoes sold for 2.60 per 100 pounds, hot peppers dropped to 1. per pound, Texan tomatoes at 1.50, and ears of corn quoted 10 to 14 cents. No changes were recorded at the Produce Market.
A long list of vegetable and fruit prices from a market, listing items such as apples, oranges, tomatoes, peppers, beans, strawberries, and other produce with varied unit prices per dozen, per pound, or per basket, attributed to commission quotations and regional suppliers. Names of fruits and vegetables appear with price ranges and unit measurements.
Frederickstown July 12 Gillespie county shipped overblip stool and mohair as the week closed with 1,262,000 pounds by rail and an estimated 300,000 pounds by truck. Nearly all the crop went through local dealers and about 10 percent through the Molini Protective association.
San Antonio anglers and residents plan a fishing expedition along the Rio Grande from Del Rio into Coahuila in July. Reports indicate 40 fishing licenses issued by Mexican authorities through the consulate, with licenses available at the registrar for passport holders.
Teran Gonzales reports July 12 that a Sterling to governor club has formed in Enre, with many city and county voters affiliating. Livestock prices listed Saturday morning show cattle, calves, and hogs ranging from $2.00 to $8.00, with steer bids from $6.00 to $8.50, and sheep from $3.60 to $5.50 amid varied market quotes.
New Orleans July 12 reports show fluctuating cotton values with Liverpool prices steadier. October and December futures eased from early levels while the market closed near steady, reflecting drought pressures in the central belt and limited trading activity.
Denver reports Louisville chosen for a Chico meeting with the International Chicovendiicate presedule. The event notes a place in Louisville and hints at a schedule, urging readers to invest a few cents this Sunday in a light classified ad.
Rear Admiral Richard Byrd continued his Antarctic expedition journey today departing from the municipal airport at 6 45 a m for St Louis. Seren of his expedition remained with him as the trip moved forward in this leg of the trek.
Former President Enaillo Dortes Gil, his wife and daughter Itotaura depart to New York via Veracruz and Monja, with plans to visit Mayo Clinic in Rochester Minnesota for medical treatment. The family travels amid illness rumors and carries official duties as they seek care in the United States.
The Interstate Commerce Commission rejected a plan by the Pennayivan rural road to provide free bus services to Newark passengers, noting opposition from other lines serving the metropolitan area as a reason for denial.
Deamon t Texas July 12 UP Afr and Mrs Philip Perricone parents of quadruplets all boys filed suit against Pathé News alleging failure to pay a financial bid for the babies in a picture. Damages sought around 116000. Plaintiffs claim the company said Premier Mussolini was interested and would forward gifts to the general public after publication.
J Ira Kercheville was installed as Rotary Club chief after a meeting and luncheon at the St Anthony hotel. Andrew J McKenzie passed the gavel to the new president as directors were introduced, with Robert Witt presenting a birthday cake and July birthdays honored by Dewitt Ferry.
A July 10 issue on page 6 A carries an advertisement for Tosa that uses Governor Sterling’s name without authorization. Milton Bygrett signs as supporter, denying any link to the campaign and stating he has never met or endorsed Sterling, accusing the ad of misrepresentation.
Major and Mrs. E. H. Inmon hosted a Salado picnic honoring Major and Mrs. Raymond Randell and family. Mrs. Kathleen Atnal of Melco S olty visits New York kinfolk. several couples plan dinners and dances at the San Antonio Country Club for Miss Ophelia Strekland and Carl Speed Chumney, with many Fort Sam residents hosting events. Reverend announcements mention a First Baptist church wedding at 8:30.
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