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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 03, 1931

Page

20

City weighing gas and electric rate cuts planned

The city considers lowering gas and electricity bills to avert further increases. Mayor C M Chambers and Commissioner Frank Minshiek discuss investigations into Public Service Company rates, with plans to study municipal power prices in cities of similar size and to review rates charged by providers.

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Telephone Listing Restraint Filed Against Credit Union and Bell

John K. Weber, receiver for the Mutual Deposit Association, seeks a temporary injunction against L Moon, former president, and Southwestern Bell Telephone Company. The suit alleges listing of the Crockett 657 number misleads the public and interferes with the receiver’s duties. A new telephone board will convene to press actions.

L. Moon Uttal Deposit and Loan Association Southwestern Bell Telephone Compans Crockett 657 John K. Weber Weber Mutual Deposit Sect

Set for Monday Kirkland re sentenced in polls case

Kirkland is to be resentenced next Monday after a second conviction tied to polls with intent. Arlene Draves is noted in the row as involved, with references to the Garg drink matter and a reformatory term proposed.

Dine Tury Kirkland Ibren Arlene Draves SAN Antolio Vésti Quataziona W. Carte Rutin Bedium Co Conmern Staleer Vaaltings Aieera Palle Feeney

Mexico to Halt Gaming on the Border Amid Pressures?

Fragmented OCR text yields a garbled report mentioning Mexico halting gaming on the border, with references to official reports, departments, and varied disjointed lines about ships, prices, and locations, missing clear events or outcomes.

Grain Market Rumors Amid Stalled Wheat Trade Decline

Grain markets in Chicago and Minneapolis show mixed signals as summer delivery notes toil. Prices for winter wheat slip while exports and government policy weigh on sentiment. Canadian output and Texas futures influence nearby contracts amid steady milling demand.

Chicago Livestock Market Report Highlights Slaughter Cattle, Vealers

In a bustling Chicago market listing, dealers report varied prices for slaughter cattle and vealers, with steers and heifers showing mixed demand. The feedyard scene notes weights around 1100 to 1500 pounds and prices near 6.58 to 8.18 per hundredweight amid active bidding and receipts of 13,000 head.

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Private Chaplain to Pope Is Dead

Vatican copy reports the death of the private chaplain to the pope last night. The cleric served the papal household and was known for his quiet service and long tenure.

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Supreme Court asked for ruling on a married woman's contracts

A widow's appeal seeks clarification of her legal responsibilities under a contract with her husband over a housing project. The suit, initially $105,000 profit claim, was dismissed by a lower court and later by the Court of Appeals. The Fourth Court of Appeals remanded for a ruling on the husband's and wife's statutory duties and potential liability.

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Kerrville Man Fatally Shot Near Kerrville

Tomes H. Wright, 62, a retired… [text truncated in source] The victim, a Kerrville resident for about ten years, was shot and died at the scene. He is survived by his widow, Mel. J. H. Wright, and two daughters Mrs. Tan Sawoe of San Antonio and Miss Vera Praden of Kerrville. Funeral arrangements have not been set.

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Additional Tax Receipts Bring Total to 3 839 690

City hall had not closed by final hour Monday but fines raised the collection to 155, and officials cited miskeyed accounts. Stephen’s figures claimed 2527506.15 in assessments while the overall total to date hovered near 65, with late entries affecting the year’s tax tally.

Bation Stephens Dematy

Site Inspectors to Depart City

Site experts from the health and office departments will depart the city for a San Antonio inspection during the yeast week of 21. About 21,000 dollars in fees are noted, with personnel listed as Wiel Me AN Hitnae and others.

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Cuero Predicts Big Legion Convention

Cuero anticipates a major Legion gathering with plans forming in the district. Local leaders and community groups discuss events, guest speakers, and activities as June dates loom, promising strong attendance and regional involvement.

Cuero

Market mood mixed as early gains fade in volatile session

The market opened with slight strength but drifted later, with shares failing to sustain early advances. Analysts noted weak demand in several sectors, while investors watched for policy signals and inflation data as the week’s trading agenda highlighted mixed sentiment across major indexes and industry groups.

Market Report: Berry Prices and Dairy Steady

Readable market note shows berries selling at 2 pen per unit at Palo Alto Aravterrica market with peppers down to 3.50 per unit. Other commodities listed as unchanged with dairy products unchanged and growers’ prices steady. Wording reflects a damaged OCR summary with limited clarity and some misspellings.

Palo Alta Aravterrica Docel Commission Pruitt

Market list of varied produce and prices

The page shows a crowded list of fruits vegetables and staples with prices per bushel crate and pound. Items include beans peas greens oranges apples potatoes plums berries citrus peppers and more with numerous odd spellings and unit notes.

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Fourth Court Reverses in Santa Margivila School District Case

The Fourth Circuit reverses a lower ruling in a dispute over a newly formed Santa Margivila school district. The case, brought by Wilkes and others, challenged dissolution of the district and involved the county attorney and district representatives. The opinion addresses state powers in deciding party roles and actions.

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Foreign exchange muddled quotes from New York market

Foreign exchange rates and precious metals prices show wide spreads and inconsistent figures in a June report from New York. Citing multiple currencies and commodities, the item lists rates for Great Britain, France, Norway, Sweden, Mexico, Canada, and others with varying totals and irregular formatting.

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Christianity Faces New World Problems in Keynote

Kansas City reports a and Dr. A W Virsyn of Rochester addresses the Northern Baptist convention on rapid world changes and the perplexing prompts from modern civilization. The talk notes how cultural shifts impact faith and church life amid industrial and technological advance.

Kansas City Cherise A. W. Virsyen Rochester Adilrean Bell Mivaia Tomnorcow Ima Weedil

Banks Cut Rates Across San Antonio Lenders

San Antonio banks announced an interest rate reduction on savings deposits, with some cuts of 1 to 2 percent. The move, prompted by a weakened financial outlook and government needs, affects deposits at National, City-Central, and other member banks, signaling tighter returns for savers and a reshaping of lending and investment prospects in the area.

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Extradition Papers Sought in Texas Case

Judge Antonio Olvera weighs extradition of Alberta Sanchez on a murder tied to Merle Speerger arrest. Readiness to honor treaty depends on determinations of identity before family hearing. Suspect, a laborer from a neighboring farm, allegedly killed a woman, with details of the crime and concealment described in court.

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Cotton Market News From May Trade, Steady Prices Reported

Reports indicate May US cotton sales and prices remained steady as trading absorbed recent cables from Liverpool and New Orleans. Weather notes and market activity show smaller moves in futures and cash, with mixed buying interest amid shifting demand and regional supply signals.

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Bronx Baron's Death Sparks Outcry at Seaw Lynik Diner

Fragmented OCR reports a Bronx beer baron killed at a diner near Tria Tie Rewa, with unclear details but indicating a fatal incident and police involvement. Names and places are garbled, but the event centers on a high profile figure's death and ensuing investigation.

Bronx Henehman Lynik Tria

Tobacco Exports Hold High Level

Tobacco exports remain strong as the commerce department reports sustained overseas demand in the first months of the year. The government highlights continued shipments to foreign markets and notes rising prices and stable export volumes amid global trade dynamics.

Firemen to Attend State Meeting

A note states ten Cuere Firemen will travel to the state meeting for the annual convention. Details are garbled but indicate participation by Fire Chief and local officers with a morning departure and planned agenda.

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Man and Woman Win Marriage License in New York

A 97 year old man and a 65 year old woman were issued a marriage license by New York clerks today. The event occurred in Vivier city as officials processed the document and the couple prepared for their June ceremony.

Tatrick Mra Rein Winena Senwfer Senin Vivier Sanrry Acre Thes City

Market report mixed as futures edge lower in thin trading

Sugar and coffee prices show little change while overall demand remains cautious. Oklahoma City and New York notes mirror hesitant trading with refiners seeking steadier basises. cattle and grains listings appear uneven as buyers wait for clearer signals and new developments emerge.

Congress Library Buys Czar's Books

The Congress Library announced the purchase of 1082 volumes from the Winter Palace Library of Nicholas II of Russia. The acquisition comes amid efforts to bolster the library's historical holdings with royal and imperial texts from the era.

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New City Budget to Be Presented by Mayor Chanders

Mayor Chanders announced a Wednesday briefing on the single annual budget for the new fiscal year starting June 1. The plan aims to keep spending within the prior year’s level, with a potential tax increase under consideration. A city council presentation is expected Monday to discuss details.

C. Mr Chanders Sali

Governors Meeting Ends Amid Tense Pact and Protests

The annual governors conference closed amid a tense mood with distrust and debate over social issues and policy. Governor Albert Tuitehle of Maryland urged action on major problems while critics attacked power and employment concerns shaping the tense atmosphere.

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Vet City Employee Shifted From Job COR. GC. imi.

An unnamed Vet City employee, after 27 years with the city, will be retained in one role but not reappointed to the chief deputy position. This week Renzo announced appointees for the next term, with Tunmel grohatly to be added to the city administrator’s office and Major Chambers commenting. Entarid 8. bassa named eliteF den treasurer.

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