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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1932
Page
8
Readable fragments report brisk FAUIT market trading with varied prices. Tomatoes, Irish potatoes, okra, oranges, apples and citrus show multiple price points across suppliers and regions, with note of demand shifts and assorted crate and pound rates.
AP dispatch reports Chicago poultry and dairy prices with declines and steady benchmarks. New York provisions reflect stable to modest changes in dairy, meats, and fresh produce as markets adjust to summer demand.
A distressed OCR fragment outlines an appeal by Sterling for a Mother's Day observance. It mentions the governor and city events, referencing mothers and the value of maternal care, but the text is garbled with unclear names, dates, and places, making specifics hard to verify.
After twenty six years of married life the Hoofers have reached a parting of the ways. What and pity.
Grain markets show declines in May era amid dampened demand and shifting Atlantic prices. Chicago and Liverpool notes indicate weaker wheat futures, mixed corn signals, and tentative shipment intentions as buyers seek bargains.
The readable text is garbled and lacks clear names or events. It mentions several unclear terms and does not present a coherent news item to summarize into a proper headline and teaser. No verifiable entities or dates are present for a factual summary.
Orin May 7 William G Baxter seeks to trace missing tickets and valuables of the Sunnool Peleaon as a beneficiary of a moneyed loan. A public showing hall witness and a muffled disappearance are noted as authorities pursue clues and the missing items.
Society notes describe Mrs. Dan Allensworth hosting a treasure hunt at the Allensworth home on Ridgewood with a 7:45 clue start at Polly's, plus Mrs. Edward Byrd and Mrs. Everett Emerson entertaining Saturday evening. Jimmie Connally will lead a hay ride and picnic supper at Salado pool, honoring Evelyn Peyton, Roy Brockschink, and John Hong as they depart posts for new stations. EB. M. Brack hosts a garden party on Riverside Drive honoring Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Hayes, with prizes won by Mrs. Hayes and Miss Wilda Drake. Alberta Huffaker plans a swimming party at Brandt's lodge Sunday morning. The San Antonio branch and others convene at Alamo Heights for a regular session at 3 o'clock on Thursday May 12 at the home of Olin Archer.
The San Antonio Livestock Market shows varied prices across cattle and hog categories with bids and weights listed. Prices range from 15 cents to over $7.96 per hundredweight, including calves, yearlings, steers, heifers, and mutton, with reports of weak to steady demand and notable activity in dressed and feeder categories.
Central Texas endured heavy rain from last night with continued accumulation today. Abilene reported 4.84 inches, Bridgeport 2.30, Fort Worth 1.12, Olney 3.75, Sherman 1.45, Gainesville 2.45, and Dallas 4.00 inches as the Weather Bureau noted rising totals before noon. Several areas remained dry or partly cloudy, including Hastings and Paso Robles pockets, while San Antonio registered limited rainfall.
Washington May 7 The president signed a bill to raise Navy personnel by five thousand men this year and provide for graduates of the naval academy to fill appointments amid a push to expand officer strength. The action follows midshipmen graduating and underscores ongoing defense and personnel policy.
A fragmented political item shows candidate Macolen ny pledging to support prohibition. He states he would permit the people of Florida to vote on the issue, aligning with the platform of John TL Alsop and the city of Dacksopville.
Readable fragments show Texas fruit and vegetable prices and market activity across multiple commodities. It lists onions apples celery cucumbers and peppers with varied quotes and notes on supply, demand, and steady to weak conditions, referencing other markets and regional traders.
Denver May 7 A Colorado school starlet Moyd Andrews fell from a 30 foot platform in Red Backs Park Denver. After three days under doctors care an X ray showed a broken back. He remains in bed with a cast for some time.
Stockholm faces a large pigeon problem as authorities deploy nets and traps to curb a pigeons overrun in parks, squares, and rooftops. The city reports thousands of birds in attics and public spaces, sparking a controversial effort to control the flock.
Fragmentary OCR lists various entries including June and May dates, sales terms, and item descriptors. It mentions a sale with quantities around 2000 units, a duty value near 688e, a Sophia item, and a Derenion case. Includes references to locations, dates, and appraised sales activity in a mixed ledger style.
A San Antonio chamber committee led by W B Tuttle urged Southern Pacific to purchase the WeFL and N lines for about $227,000 rather than build a parallel Gulf and West Texas road between San Antonio and San Angelo. Porter Whaley said a letter had been sent to H Lull, VP and GM of Northern Pacific in Houston, seeking consideration of the sale. No reply was received and the committee may travel to Houston to press the matter.
Fort Worth May 7 The Tarrant county grand jury will investigate the fatal shooting of Buster Grimsley, 17, by Officer Lonnis Wilkerson. Grimsley died after a night of being shot while fleeing with two companions near a golf course. Wilkerson was suspended yesterday as the force reviews the incident.
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