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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1931
Page
20
Market reports indicate domestic and foreign demand for spot cotton remains weak amid cooler May conditions and slow crop progress. Production, consumption, stocks, and exports are outlined across regions with prices for middling varying and overall market activity described as quiet.
A pedestrian named Fadbeard Corey, 0, of Fast Bt Vedi, was struck and killed by a speeding train as he walked near the railroad crossing. The body lay buried about 30 feet from the crash site as investigators noted the train crew failed to hear the approach.
Long agricultural market note detailing fruit and vegetable shipments across Texas. Notes on onions, potatoes, beans, cucumbers, tomatoes, and other produce with prices, crate counts, and regional market activity. Mentions Texas and U.S. market conditions, shipments arriving in several hubs and varying prices.
The S A Produce Firm reports stable trading on a wide range of commodities including cabbage, lettuce, potatoes, and peppers with various prices. New arrivals like cucumbers appear at 14 to 4.5 per unit while beans, onions, and fruit show mixed markets and commissions ranging from pennies to several dollars per unit.
Cotton prices slipped to new season lows as heavy selling persisted through the week. Reports from New Orleans and New York showed prices down multiple points, with bearish sentiment lingering despite occasional rallies. Weather prospects for the belt appeared favorable, easing some crunch fears while signaling continued pressure on futures and spot markets.
Malcam I. Clagett of Rifle Colorado, a university senior, was instantly killed when he fell 700 feet down the face of Flatiron Rock near Crest, while attempting to secure a rock climb. He was to graduate this year with an engineering degree.
New York May 18 population at Sing Sing reaches a new high of 2446 as officials report record inmate counts and facility staffing adjustments in the state penitentiary.
Fort Worth and Chicago market notes report steady to lower prices for calves and cattle. Quotes show mixed week with action at Fort Worth sale yards and Kansas City activity influencing regional prices.
In Chicago on May 14, cattle prices collapsed to new lows for the month as steer values fell to about 46.75 to 38.00 with low choice up to 9.25, while hogs, lambs, and sheep also showed declines amid tepid demand. Receipts were heavy, weather factors cited, and packing houses faced weak demand as prices drifted downward.
Negro pupils stage Jean Webster drama Daddy Long-Legs in four acts under Mar Hemmings at Douglass High. The Negro Library auditorium on North Hackertz Center will host the 8 pm Wednesday performance with a split seating plan for white patrons. Music by Troz Flora’s recording orchestra accompanies the production.
District court heard a demurrer as the county argued over removal of a protected parcel along the South Loop. Stewart seeks to reopen proceedings after a prior suit by County Attorney Davis aimed at clearing the fenced area and the adjacent fund stand run by Blowart. The judge noted a pending demurrer and the potential for further injunctions in the ongoing dispute.
An apparent business pitch invites immediate involvement with promises of low mood proof, safe and present earnings, and unlimited growth. It requires capital ranging from 81000 to 10000 cash and claims quick attention, while denying real estate or stock purchases.
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