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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1933
Page
7
The report notes gains in March stock prices and renewed activity led by industrials and chemicals with major firms like American Can American Smelting Union Pacific Standard Oil of New Jersey and General Electric advancing. Bank deposits and currency in foreign exchange show weakness as concerns over the dollar persist.
Cotton futures opened steady in New Orleans with traders hedging around October and December contracts. Prices showed limited gains early before easing slightly, with activity quiet as selling orders appeared and the market moved toward a cautious, mixed tone in morning trading.
Washington delegates and tariff committee members, led by secretary Wallner, planned cross agency steps to study price stabilization measures for sugar. Details remain tentative as officials seek workable terms with producers and refiners while considering potential reforms and investigations.
In Barnstable Mass today Nell C McMath father of Maregaret MeMath known as Pegey testified before a Cape Cod jury about his first meeting with Cyril Buck and Kenneth and Cyril Buck as contact men in his daughter’s kidnapping. He described the note exchanges and the demanded $2500 then $70000 for her return and the negotiations around the ransom.
Miss Josephine Bravo of 207 South San Sana street was injured Tuesday after falling from a second story window while washing windows at her workplace. She suffered a broken nose and several teeth were damaged.
Representative D C Duvall travels by horseride from Whitney to Waco and on toward Fort Worth after debate on the horse race bill. He is joined by Gary Thurmen, with Arlington Downs owner Waggoer offering horses, though not needed. Duvall expects to reach Fort Worth by 4 p.m. Thursday.
Two Texas states consider building two new bridges over the Sabine River linking Teaas and Loomann with support from both states. Proposals include a Crag bridge on the Balle river and a Dereyville span on Texas Highway 32 with costs shared equally between the states.
A man faces burglary and theft charges after allegedly stealing a U S flag valued at 10 dollars from a slot on a winning stage. The case was filed before the Pearce Jatin court on Tuesday.
A former Hindu priest was detained in California following a fatal shooting on a farm near Ayey Island in the Sheramenta region. Authorities identify the victim as Dirham Bieh, with Ra a farmar Hid noted among those questioned. The investigation lines up with the man’s previous ties to the local community and remnant disputes.
Deputy Buell reports nine suspects detained after a raid on Medina poultry operations recovered 54 stolen chickens. Authorities, including Frewn and Atchiak, connected the case to local farm thefts and issued arrests. ongoing investigation aims to recover more poultry and identify accomplices.
City officials push to raise 853 294 by June 20 through telephone canvassing of property holders owing 100 or more. Deputy Tax Collector A B Stephens says funds will finance current fiscal year operations and confirms a 46 percent collection to date. He targets firms owing 800 to 10,000, warning no further concessions after grace period ends next Tuesday.
A postponement was sought by the defense Tuesday in the disbarment suit against George W. Ane Tresq Br Antonio Abisrusy in Seventy third District Court. The delay rested on two defense counsels being out of town as prior jurists failed to render verdict months ago. The case, brought by the Erievance committee of tls Sg r Antonio Barassochilan, concerns alleged unqualified conduct of the attorney involved.
Insurance men from the San Antonio district of Southland Life Insurance Company gathered at the St Anthony hotel for a two day conference with company officials. Dallas home office representatives including Clarence E Linn and Col. W B Talbot spoke at the morning session with plans for afternoon sessions. Attending managers Richer Bhore J V Whaley Harry Griffiths and A D Deer came from Victoria Victoria Texas and San Antonio to participate. Speakers voiced confidence in business prospects as Texas leads in recovery.
Government figures compare last week to the prior week showing rises in wheat and corn exports. Wheat exports reached 4099? or 409,900 bushels? with other grains like corn and oats listed. notes suggest shifts in export volumes and weekly totals, reflecting trends in the grain market.
A suspect alias Wanva. 20, of 151 Fuente Street, Tin Was Charged With breaking into a home on Mes Adina de la Pete, stealing $400 with $350 recovered. The report notes a separate fire in Dallas on June 29 that killed 6900 baby chicks.
Grain traders reported varied movement with wheat advancing while corn and oats fluctuated on a day of unsettled prices. Moisture deficits and heat fueled drought pressures, with prices near support levels and San Antonio grain quotes showing modest gains and activity across futures contracts.
A chaotic July 29 market bulletin from New York and Chicago details poultry, dairy, and produce quotes. Dressed poultry, live fowl, and various cuts show fluctuating prices. butter and creamery products list typical values. Regional notes include New York and Chicago pricing, with the overall tone a brisk wholesale report.
Report from Harwood notes that one juror was selected for the murder trial of Karl, accused of killing Guarl Barris last September. The court prepared a second voir dire and juror panel work continued, with final choices pending.
Mrs. Fledenkinn, 28, was found near LaConte with a chest wound last Monday. She was reported in serious condition at the hospital Tuesday after relatives brought her from San Antonio to receive care.
The Chinese prospector Wong Poy, 32, was found dead with a crushed head on a Ube track near Sutherland Springs. His father offers 500 dollars for the capture and conviction of the slayer, with a second 500 dollars possible. Sheriff Hauser says investigators face a wall of silence from the Chinese community and no solid leads amid a released suspect.
Reports that Guy McNamara new United States marshal for the district would come to San Antonio Tuesday to confer with local Democratic heads about deputy appointments. McNamara had a reserved room at a level hotel but was not found there. Many interested in obtaining deputy ships gathered at the federal building awaiting his return and expecting private talks with local Democrats before leaving for the marshal’s office.
Mayor Qstar Holcombe of Houston sends a formal apology to Police Chief Qwen W. Kilday regarding an incident at Galveston during a state pistol short. He confirms the Houston officer was discharged after an investigation which described Lieutenant H. J. Meinke as the aggressor.
The Old Mission near Somerset in the mining area will be abandoned on July 2 and its altar pieces moved to a temporary church in Romersel. Rev W Albert Mitchen of Saint Mary’s University notes the church will become a landmark as the local community seeks to preserve relics and relocate services. The temporary church is donated by Wil Kenner and liturgical items will be rehomed within five years by Mary’s parish.
The Archer County Democratic Executive Committee asked the county commissioners to prefer a candidate for the August 2 election. The request, marked as an exit election, was estimated at 510. The commissioners prepared to consider the request in a Monday session with county officials present.
Receipts show a stagnant cattle market with declines in most divisions though some calf and yearling lots improved. Buyers sought medium to good quality stock as rains limited demand. prices ranged, calves averaging around 4.50 to 5.00 per hundredweight and feeders inching higher in parts of the market.
A novel tiny banana from Oxaca, Mexico, appeared at the Ben Antonio fruit market on Tuesday. Traders reported strong demand as the new fruit, about one third the size of a typical banana, sold in small bunches at around 35 cents per bunch. Potatoes rose to $1.60 per 100 pounds, while other vegetables and fruits moved with varying prices across crates and bushels, including beans, yams, lemons, grapes, and strawberries, among many items listed in the day’s market notes.
Report states Mrs Augustine Gonzales, 43, rear of 525 Scilly Ban Gaba street, was knocked down by Ayatito at West Houston and San Subo streets Monday night. She was taken to Rat erko Graen hospital. Police said F A Spewnan, 22, of 111 Arizan forces, drove the car.
Port Worth June 3. Dn LC Chase, 64, longtime Star Medical Association surgeon and former president, died today. He suffered from a brain disease, blamed on a chronic condition and prior injury. His career spanned decades in medical texts and patient care.
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