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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1933
Page
9
One owner cars and various makes listed in a vintage ad. Reads like a dealer lineup with models including Packard Gea ture Bet AO beauty, Nash Sedan, Reo Sedans, DeLure sedan, and a 1922 Gurck Standard. Includes prices and scattered descriptors.
A long list of real estate transactions appears, naming numerous individuals and firms such as James R. Beverly, Margaret Walle, the Fulton Property Company, O'Grady family, Nine Hunt, and Josephine Street blocks. The entries cover deeds dated from 1823 through 1999, with references to Alamo Heights, new city blocks, survey numbers, and various parcels. Also embedded are lines about poultry and livestock supply and a separate government bid notice for construction and patrol work in Texas excerpts.
The article describes a rapid economic upturn in 1933 with rising prices for commodities and securities, increased wages, production boosts in steel, autos, lumber, and textiles, and expanded credit. It notes stronger purchasing power, higher farm prices, and booming business activity across multiple sectors without currency inflation, ending with a brief legal note on the transfer of a trial related to public funds.
President Roosevelt at sea views London talks as a chance to prune tariff hedges restraining trade. U S delegation, led by Secretary Hull, argues for mutually beneficial readjustments without major sacrifices. Officials say tariff reform can reduce retaliation, lift price pressures, and restore monetary flows while preserving essential protections. Ottawa trade facts are flexible, with Canada already seeking revisions.
Boerne officials report Reconstruction Finance Corporation funds aid the Kendall county fair grounds. A ten day effort by a crew cleaned automatic springs, removed trees, and repaired the grand stand and racing stables under Capt. C. K. Lansing, secretary-manager of the Boerne chamber of commerce.
Medina police report a boat stolen before its owner Tom Whore reached the marina for a planned Sunday outing. Whore, who works in a local garage, alerted authorities to recover the vessel and identify suspects.
Bud Oliver, 13/4 Sherman street, was treated at Robert BH Green hospital Monday for neck knife wounds received in a fight. Police reported the injuries occurred during a clash on or near his residence.
The Mexican Chamber of tommeron will hold an annual meeting at B47 Delon siréel on Wednesday April 10. A ten member board of directors will be elected.
The Open Forum letter complains about one hundred percenters regarding aliens, especially Mexicans, and calls for foreign bankers and Royal Mounted police to reform U.S. governance. It praises Roosevelt and cites the nation as God’s gift, urging opponents to lay off him or face divine help. It ends with a provocative ninety nine and nine tenths percent claim.
The piece quotes a February 23 1993 letter from former Mayor Chambers arguing the city needs a new revenue source via a sales tax to avoid bankruptcy. The line reads Your words of encouragement help us to keep up the fight. The sales tax is fair and just and Texas should adopt it. We must have a new source of revenue.
A reader recounts visiting the county courthouse months ago and witnessing county employees leaving for lunch as a bid opening approached. The letter accuses staff of short workdays and wasting taxpayer funds, claiming the county government is financially bankrupt.
Southwest Texas veterans eligible for enlistment in the Cyan Conserva tion corps were announced. Chapman, manager of the veteran narcon, said quotas begin June 12 and end June 22. Applications must be in by June 10 after endorsement by four citizens. Physical ability to do free army work is required. Quotas are based on one veteran per 8447 inhabitants per county.
Secretary of FDA mention recals and Senate military committee hearing in Washington. June 5 i Louis McHenry Howe Roosevelt aide plans to testify with Lewis Douglas and F W Lowery about the purchase of 260000 tolet kits for reforestation camp workers. Bevier asserted a Basil O Connor letter advised the deal while Howe emphasized limited authorization.
New York June 5 The Evening Post quotes Maj. Gen. John K. De Witt as saying a clerical error caused a mix up in civilian toilet kit purchases. An order to cease toilet articles went into effect May 24 due to mislaid communications in Washington. The Army now holds 200000 shaving brushes and 176000 toothbrushes, tied to an unclear procurement trail.
Tuesday features a CBS network address from Dr A Lawrence Lowell to the MIT class of 1915 and a Swarthmore gathering where Rhodes scholars hear Newton D Baker speak. NBC airs a Pan American concert led by Capt William J Stannard with music from the Americas, while studio acts at Blappa showcase Mischa Levitan and Rosenblatt in a turbulent, humorous studio session.
Obituary notices list W L Richards a geologist and lawyer born in Ohio now living in Texas with survivors including a widow Clara Richards a daughter Harriet Plowman and son Allan Richards. Funeral Monday at Porter Lacing chapel officiated by Rev Bemuel Capers. Also listed are Anna Marie Janke 68 of San Antonio a German born resident with survivors including daughters J L Davis Kathryn Boswell and C Kerr and sons John A and Charles J Janke. Services at Zien Lutheran Church officiated by Rev E G Koap. Rudy L Rosenbauer 32 of 823 West Rosewood Avenue died at home. Funeral Tuesday at Ribbe Undertaking parlor with Rev Walter Anthony of Travis Park Methodist officiating. Burial at Mission Burle Park under Order of Eagles. survivors include widow Cora Rosenbauer daughter Cora May Rosenbauer and a San Antonio grandson. Members of the Eagles and Hungarian embassy affiliation noted.
About 100 attend daily Bible school at Highland Park Presbyterian Church starting Monday. Classes run from 2 to 11 30 a.m. with Bible study music storytelling directed play and handwork led by Pastor Dr Baxter Gree.
Robertson serves for county judge as Special County Judge Perry and Robertson preside over the county commissioners court this week. Judge Frost Woodbult and other figures attend Marlpost meeting as part of vacation notice.
A woman from Carmel reported that a man fired two pistol shots at her during a visit to her home on Monday. Police noted no injuries and described the incident as a troubling attempt. Local authorities are investigating the motive and seeking information from residents.
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