Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

San Antonio Light in San Antonio, Texas

We have 22,786,314 pages in Texas

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 25 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 06, 1934

Page

8

Market declines and bank reserves in early trading twist the week

In early trading today a downturn spread through industries as investment activity lagged. Federal Reserve actions signaled higher reserve requirements and loan reductions, while New York markets showed mixed moves with declines in securities and overall credit conditions. In the West, insolvencies rose slightly, though commercial failures remained below last year, and notable firms including American Tobacco and United States Steel reported mixed earnings indicators.

Fraicre Ware Banta Fe Fieger and Ayers American Federal Reserve Lobsan Securities New York United States

Judge Clark opposes margin trading ban proposal

Federal Judge William Clark of New Jersey told the Senate banking committee that banning all marginal trading and stock index changes on a cash basis would be rejected. He cited his experience to warn that margin trading can lead to tragic consequences and prison terms for misuse of customer funds.

Washington, D.C Senate William Clark New Jersey Zacher J. P. Morgan& Company Prtsonal Bank

Joske Fashion Parade Draws Capacity Easter Crowd

Capacity crowd attends Joske's Easter fashion parade on Monday. Models include Miss Winifred Backer, Miss Matunret George, Miss Bonnie Griffin, Miss Dani Shakapd, Miss Luedie Wyanrjch, and Misses 3ono Owene Gruener, Lillian Masterson, Miriam Ramey, Rose Aitha, Smythe, and Pathe Weldet.

Joske Medames Winifred Backer Matunret George Bonnie Griffin Dani Shakapd Luedie Wyanrjch 3Onoowene Gruener Lillian Masterson Miriam Ramey Rose Aitha Smythe Pathe

Dollar quotations in London rise as markets close

March 6 London market news shows the dollar steady against major currencies. In bullion trading, gold and franc rates fluctuated with slight gains in some pairs. The week’s activity highlighted demand shifts and cautious hoarding signals amid mixed liquidity.

London United States Ting Ruuce

Indian Girl 12 Becomes Mother in Oklahoma

Juanita McClish, a 12 year old Creek Indian girl from Bapulea Oklahoma, reportedly gave birth today at a hospital. She reportedly underwent a Caesarian delivery making her possibly the youngest mother on record to have such a procedure.

Bapulea Okla Juanita McClish Indisi Wanatpa Hoe- Pita Ivana Vesey Deere Aever Parntal JM Red Woot Creel

Grain Market Report Shows Mixed Grain Price Movement

Grain prices mixed with wheat and corn giving back in early trade as traders weigh bullish vs bearish signals. Prices slide from daily highs with futures activity and moisture concerns cited. notable price shifts seen in wheat, corn, and oats across Kansas and Texas markets.

Creo Greece Merceri Kersas Hutchinson

Cotton Market Report From New Orleans Markets

Market notes from New Orleans show bid and offer activity in cotton with trading at 42.13 and 22.28, while Getower at 12400 marks a price reference. The report records unsettled shifts from yesterday with limited changes in prices and a focus on pool-related lots and notices from American business, with ongoing activity in the first trade and nearby futures.

New Orleans Nollon Saithouen Abies

Gonzales Bankers Begin New Business Under Director

Maren Gonzales and partners plan a new enterprise called the Platis Institute, launching March 1 under Henry Blariey’s direction. The venture, titled Gonzales banker of commerce, aims to establish a holding business administration framework despite unclear authorial authorization.

Gonzales Platis Institute Gonzales, Maren Gonzales Banker of Commerce Hare Marth Henry Blariey Autioribran Reanarles

Mysterious Sea Creature Washes Ashore at Cherbourg

In Cherbourg France locals report a bizarre carcass washed up near Greville on Queneville rocks. Descriptions call it a large creature with a camellike neck and a bottle-nested whale form, prompting expert speculation on its origin and taxonomic classification.

Cherbourg France Greville Chertoure Scotland Cherouurg Profuxcar Coriiurce Muhuez Heytary Querqueville Quenneville Rocks

British to Build Four New Baltic Cruisers and Craft

London reports Britain will construct four new Baltic cruisers and additional craft as part of a broader naval buildup. The navy estimates total costs around 56.55 million pounds, about 202.7 million dollars, reflecting a significant rise over prior projections.

London

Produce Market News Shows Strong Trade At Growers Market

Unusually brisk Tuesday trade at the Growers Market with a carload of Californian oranges selling around 32.00 to 3.22 per unit. Cabbage sold 75 cents per 200 grams, beets 2a cents per dozen, and strawberries moved at high prices. Fruits and vegetables across categories displayed mixed gains and steady demand as growers reported varied prices for lettuce, celery, cucumbers, apples, and other staples.

Weel Caramanon Crete Rift Lusite Caren Dover Pee Erie Ray Wpriyai Rabiaga Mies Tytaea Muster See Hoskens Crear Huts Bourdeary Wallon

Live cattle and hog market notes from San Antonio and Chicago

The report details mixed cattle and hog trades with steady to firmer tones in San Antonio with calves yearlings and feeders showing variable prices. Chicago trade highlights direct shipments and price ranges for steers heifers cows and lambs with modest gains on top values and lighter volume on meat cuts, noting ongoing demand shifts and seasonal activity. Prices cited include calves around $9 per hundredweight, steers near $6.50 to $7.00, and hogs around $4.50 to $4.60, with market curiosity for higher grades and lighter weights as buyers assess quality and supply.

Kansas City Mackie Shvand van Lower Lambs Putin Hersipts Tew Chote City Butchers Shady Jawee Ehicago Chicago Acklor

Wall Street Briefs and Sector Updates From New York

March 6 report notes New York Stock Exchange members push reforms and final recommendations for April. Mentions a heavy shipment contract for locomotives and steel, with McCutie Marshall Company awarded a key contract, plus market activity in Boston and Philadelphia with mixed earnings signals and regional trading dynamics.

Mallwin Puts Landhg& Wear Venetia Railway Tong Weber Thie Aha Mikhtowit New York Pest Attive McCutie Marshall Company Rethinhem Steel Caret Talon Lip

Dillinger Sightings Stir Chicago Jail Escape Tale

Chicago March 6 A police report ties Dillinger to a North Side sighting after his escape. Investigators say a gunman fled in a car outside a jail apartment while a woman in a car near the scene drew attention. Authorities feared Dillinger might return and kept a watch around the vehicle. In a related note, a jury was seated for the murder trial of Harry Pierpont, an associate of Dillinger, following his jail break in Allen County.

Chicago Seth Chret Dillinger Ned Ater Crows Point Paline Dulinfer Wes Citase Lidec Agenin Livan Tolley Lawn Pole Fran Weiteé Fay Sun WMA Ohio Muyeder Tval Harry Puccpont Jess T. Sather

Death by own action verdict in fatal shooting of Bexar farmer Albert Gembler

Albert Gembler a 40 year old Bexar county farmer died when a shotgun discharged in his abdomen on Gardner road Tuesday morning according to a verdict by Justice of the Peace R. Alingk. He was found in bed around 7 am by family members who were away at the time. The funeral is set for 2 pm Wednesday at Rieke Widertaking chapel with Rev A Wolff officiating. He is survived by a widow two sons and several relatives including parents and siblings.

Bexar Albert Gembler Gardner Road Tistice R. Alingk Gembler Boxy Righe Widertakers Gemiler Mathie Bexar County Rieke Widerteking A. Wolff St John's Hathavan Church Auy Clara Gembler Clarence Bud Clinton Gembier Daventer Lavvdale Gonbing Mar Anderw C Gembiery Heathera George A. Siti Dhetrieh Reece Aul Bévin Gentiery Laroe Fishers Firs Jehanna Merry Ars Ant Cena Armdier Baa Aniranao

Six-hour Day for Rails Seen Peril to Rail Labor

A six hour workday plan for railroad workers risks higher production costs of about 600 thousand annually and potential bankruptcy for large carriers. The proposal, reviewed by a Senate commerce committee, faces opposition from advocates who warn it endangers the industry and jobs.

Wasrington Senate J. Cacter

Senator Urges Probe Into Government Activities

Senator Schall MRowihhoan introduced a resolution demanding a comprehensive investigation of virtually all major governments. The measure targets activities during the administration of President Rongeveley and seeks a formal inquiry by the relevant committees.

Navy Bill Sure of Senate Passage

Navy bill authorizing an expenditure of 970200.00 to put the air power program on track was certain to pass today in the Senate under an agreement limiting debate and forcing a final vote.

Senate Wartington D. G Marely Agnate Ilfail

New York Market News and Power Bond Vote Update

Market chatter and early spring tone fill New York as traders watch aviation and energy shares. Northern Genera Power Company plans a $10,290,000 bond issue to fund 40 percent of city needs, with Standard General backing. Industry shares show resilience after battering, with maintenance rates expected to boost earnings in coming months.

New York Fist of Aviation Svar Tsmiatkel Tas Northern Ginles Power Company Standard Ges Blueline Tie Five Hese

Text Contest prompts civic verse and literary entries

The article describes a national text contest inviting submissions on American ideals tied to the Constitutional era spanning from independence to territorial expansion. It notes competing texts, editorial debate on prose versus poetry, entry rules, deadlines, and a Treasury and regional probation conference in Dallas.

New York Mall California Front Mount Ruzhamore Memorial Commission Hearst Bommisere Mankin United States Mississippi Texas Amer Fea Haven Gregon Alaska Waleal Tae San Anton Licht Givat “Mumber Srquests Bob Jock

Railroad earnings plan revised amid cost removals and traffic fluctuation

Fragmentary notes indicate February railroad earnings will fall due to heavy car sows removal costs. Early indications show traffic nearly recovered from the prior week, with gains over last year likely to continue, though specifics remain unclear.

Ind London

Morgan hands over control of Van Sweringen system

Reports say a Morgan-led banking group has assumed direction of the Van Sweringen railroad system after defaulted loans. The move follows a protective registration statement filed with the Federal Trade Commission detailing about 40 million dollars in loans tied to the Allegheny corporation, the Van Sweringen holding company, with collateral backing.

Wasitington van Swerinzen Morgah Colaltral Allegheny Corporation van Swesligen Holding Company Federal Trade Comission Che Mor- Bagroin Bt. Lowls Mouritan and Southern Railway van Sweringen Amit Barkers New York D. P. Morgan and Company van Gweringen Tederal Trade Commission Wildh Tie Alle- Pinny Corporation Ven Swearingen Nolding Company Orca

Notes From Solon Advising NRA Be Ignored Are Aired

Washington March 6. Letters by the National Association of Tambor Manufacturers president O Sheppard allege a push to suppress wages and limit timber workers hours. The missives address policy pressures on employers including Mr Hunter of Bamberg South Carolina and Hugh Sotowan amid talks on inflation and labor standards.

Solon Washington, D.C Wpe Pwo Mblers Sismatan Oof Futter South Carolina SRA O. Sheppard Tambor Manufelurms Polier Hunter Bamberg Hugh Sotouwon Rentfeget Ecompitanica

Bank Robbery Report With Unclear Details

An account describes a bank robbery attempt or incident involving a young white man. The location is given as Tilchcock near Galvest investors and Brookings, with the suspect fleeing in a coupe after taking money. The report contains garbled OCR text and unclear names or dates.

Waite MT. Brookings Castiler Hilebrock Tilchcock Galvestors

Britain Won’t Transfer Colonies to Pay War Debts

London reports Prime Minister Harassy MacDonald rejected a debt repayment scheme. He stated under no circumstances would Britain consider handing over the British West Indies or any other territory to the United States in settlement of war debts.

Britain London Harassy MacDonald Great Britain British West Indias Tin United States

Also Mentioned on This Page

Udge Margin Dolier Gsinea Chapultepec Palace Mexico City Otto Buchel Cuero Frank Sysan West Mistletoe Antonio Grads Ar Swaments Dieter Lee Pont Cotton Pool, Saret Alee ORLEA Bas Tale Eli Vee York Poultry & Produce Sry ORK March Dressel Sian Uae Tarasey Kanga Pathe Nina Hn Dias Teres Shen Politeta Jerens Denis Hie Pablo SAS Pony den Sans Nemeth Saris Calepeine Fitch Chip AG Prwey San Sntonio Hivestogh Travive Acta Uruk Roverntel Ginal Lowe San Antonio Adams Lockhart Arlanoma Ley Ku Anos City Fee Stout Sansily Inc Eey Los Lon Dow Pope Ea Penn Atertion Opantay Brew York Baraver Wall Street Briefs New York Stock Exchange Mratinae Ole WSTON Boston Atch B Olin Iheie Paice Haine Fitton Sweethead DoMager Elaine Burts Spectator Eve Mavelupment Fyy Rome Up Lo &T Paul Tany BAAS Treasury Washington D.C Uno Treasury Reed Corart Pallas Stile Ami Loca
Search Courier

Search the San Antonio Light Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The San Antonio Light?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication