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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 23, 1938

Page

6

European War Tension Erodes Europe Yet Tense

International News Service reports easing war tension across Europe though Czechoslovakia fears a Nazi coup. Prague shows Edouard Benes winning repute in municipal votes while Sudeten Germans solidify momentum. Britain France and Czechs aim for a just settlement as Hitler cautions and German officials push claims.

Europe Czechoslovakia Prague Edouard Benes Ronald Henlein Lamndon Hitler Carrho- Bavakia Great Britain Neville Chamberes Bernhardstahl Minters Perel Ramu Krolta

Obituary notices from San Antonio area residents

Multiple memorial notices list survivors, services, and burial details for William Waller Wenner 62 of San Antonio Ella Teel Augustina Hickman John B. McKenzie Alice Martin Sadie Moore and other local residents. Each notice names survivors including spouses children siblings and parents with service dates at St Patrick Church and local chapels and burial at Mission Burial Park or Mobile interment plans.

William Waller Wenner San Antonis Pierce Street San Antonio Asseration Surrivora Mmm Webber Willian’ W Lawrences W. Webber Deseph Webber Washington Ray Burnhard Ean Antonio Julius Gold Charles Webber Warne Com San Antonia

Homer Cummings to Speak by Radio Address

General Homer Cummings will speak over the NBC radio system at 8 30 p m Sunday the address described as significant by W R Smith of Washington D C Cummings then served as attorney general and the talk is expected to cover federal prison reform and national policy objectives with emphasis on law and order measures

Homer Cummings Homer Cammangs V. A. Auurvey General N. B.C Gyeteni R. Smith Ir Atenies

City parks map shows over two thousand acres in San Antonio

Bexar Facts notes San Antonio's park system covers more than 2000 acres with 86 parks and playgrounds. The piece references local figures and stray garbled names, reflecting a fragmented OCR read of a city feature on municipal recreation.

San Antonis Theo Weiss Texas Zuming Planing Zonbsg City Hell Lloyd Bieger Gladys Coy Western Union Tissenger Campatgey John R. Shook Walter Francis Mary Dickie Font Perso Neokernd Deneiie Gaorge Juhier Ram Wer Colikineice Gonlel

Grain Market Fluctuations Press Wheat Prices Down

Chicago market reports show wheat futures hitting daily lows as selling pressure rose, with declines of about two cents per bushel. European demand and North American totals influenced prices while oats and corn posted mixed moves across San Antonio and regional exchanges.

Chicago Pune Sibsequest Ralurs Hewarts Europe Ilsan Saturdip Gornwan San Antonio San Amonio

Cotton Market Slumps Amid Weather and Market Caution

In New Orleans May 29 AP reports a mixed cotton session with early declines and brief steadying as July through May futures traded narrowly around prior levels. Weather was unfavourable and foreign markets steadied, but cautious trading persisted amid a sluggish demand outlook and speculative activity.

New Orleans Polata Prives Shorts

London Silver and Metals Market Summary May 22 23

London and New York metal and currency notes show silver and copper prices edging up and down. Bonds and bills move little as traders note steady rates and modest futures shifts amid mixed market signals.

London Metals London Coaper Lard Sydt Pounts Yger Uonex Brew York Fms Ste. Od Exchence New York Reserve, Bank

Wool Market and Foreign Exchange Report Reads Mixed

May 23 reports from New York show mixed wool market with spot and forward prices varied across regions including St Louis Levis and Eastern Pennsylvania. Aluminum and antimony prices listed, while foreign exchange coverage notes Britain, France, Norway, Sweden, and Denmark with fluctuating rates and activity. a later dispatch from Buenos Aires describes cargo movements from Los Angeles amid market uncertainty.

York Metals New York Spot and Dearby Gates Kread St Louis Aleady St. Levis Tron Pennsylvania Buffalo Alabama Great Britain Britain Imercet Aline Holland Norway Wrk Sweden Denmark Rae Hyoland Switkutland Iain Prrlugil Greven Polintd Bae Incolavia Bas Arhunianaica Ituneare Tevin’ Malle Ste Widenstock Been Rtn Moutraal Tammi Wai Belginm Gere

Sugar and Coffee Prices Shift in Market Tone

The report notes shifts in the sugar and coffee markets with prices moving up to 24 and 04, while other terms indicate tighter margins. It mentions early March activity and a brief reference to a specific instrument at 2.89 with a later drop of 2 to 3 points, reflecting overall price movement.

Pitsuger Sim Nypathy

Market sketch amid glacial trading and mixed signals

VicTORUBANK and KEW SORK report a cautious stock market start with few gains in steels and utilities while many blue chips show uneven moves. Investors eyed Federal policy and wage measures as volatility lingered, with optimism tempered by fears of recession and mixed commodity performance.

Poultry and Produce Prices in Chicago and New York Markets

Chicago and New York produce reports show mixed poultry and egg prices, with live poultry, dressed hens, and turkeys trading on steady to firm demand. Prices vary by grade and weight, with color varieties and Plymouth Rock listings noted, alongside potato market details and regional supply pickups.

Chicarg Peonoch Chicago Bay Alereiot Troreay Necanils Hancardy Vread Lesborn Plymouth Rock Staal W Northwestern Weste Fresent Express

Jamaica strikes halt city as workers walk out

In Kingston labor strife spreads as sanitation workers quit, dock workers join the walkout, forcing all business houses to close and prompting clashes with authorities. The May 1 anniversary unrest underscores mounting tension in Jamaica’s capital.

Jamaica Kingston

Top Slashed Out of Parked Automobile Incident

A report describes a disturbance near 410 Saith San Matcos where a vehicle was damaged and a suspect, Gareth, linked to the event. The Monday incident involved a siren, pollen references, and unclear details about theft of a felt item and other items from the auto, with witnesses noting disruption.

Gareth San Matcos Siren

Fort Worth and Chicago Livestock Market Roundup

Early reports from Fort Worth Chicago and other hubs show steady to higher hogs and mixed cattle trends. Slaughter cows and bulls weaken slightly while yearlings and calves hold firm. feeders and stockers show active demand across regions with top pork prices around 8.70 and cattle bids bouncing between markets.

San Fort Worth Briai Cutter Dull H.suws Chicago Fess Zamlon la Waihe Tower S&usace Coora California Louis Livestock Louis USDA Iurgery Texas Kansas City Levestock Kansas City

Rites Planned for Pioneer Bishop Former U.S. Marshal

Funeral services planned for Thomas Bishop a former United States marshal who died in June at 10 a.m. Tuesday. Bishop moved to San Antonio from Bastrop and was a cattleman and local official. Survivors include widow Letitia and two daughters Mrs. McKennon and Mrs. Dwyer, plus 19 grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Services at Porter Laverue Chapel with burial in San Jose.

Thomas Pemberton Bishop United States Lus Woodrow Wlot San Antonio Bastrop Episcopal Church lMaronte Jorge Woodmen of Letitia Bishop Irs WO. McKennon Beaumont James M. Dwyer Porter Lave Rues Yhapel I. B. Hill Offlciml San Jose A.B

Owner of Runaway Plane Faces Charge

Babylon, May 23. Captain Vey V. B'Annunzio, 49, whose runaway airplane injured a woman, was charged with third degree assault. The pilot clung to the tail as the craft veered and crashed through a fence, crushing Susie Jones and her husband’s car. Officials said the pilot failed to block the plane before cranking. Captain D Annunzio served with the Thiiga forces in World War I and became an American citizen in 1924.

Babylon Vey V. B'Annunzio Kigly Seversty Peemingdale D'Annunzio Susie Jones Huntington Phigel Labs Gilleabtehe Sud Harwood Department Aff Commerce D'Anunzio Thiiga United States

Civil Service P T A Council Plans Open Positions

The United States Civil Service Commission advertises ten upcoming openings in animal husbandry genetics and veterinary fields with salaries from 2600 to 4600 plus a medical technician role at 100. Applications due by June 20, under age 53. San Antonio Teachers’ Council spring school at Boy Scout home includes leadership talks, demonstrations, and a covered dish luncheon followed by officer installations and a report on the national convention.

United States Civil Service Commission Bureau of Animal Husbandry Senlor Ganc Cinist Ab Arian United States Public Health Service San Antonio George Muellee N. D. ‘Taylor G. F. Bicring J. F. Cunninghay R. H. Fairbanks H. 0. Wohrmuyd Biering Salt Lake City

Tires for Vacation Pay Is Proposed in Akron News

Negotiators for the union and the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. met to settle a dispute over vacations amid plant shutdowns at Akron plants. Union spokesmen said company reps refused vacations with pay and proposed a tire grant instead. Five years service would earn one week of vacation and thirty years two weeks.

Akkhun Via C. I United Butracy F. Goodrich Company Akron

Rubinoff Undergoes Emergency Abdominal Operation

In Battle Creek on May 2, violinist Dave Rubinoff remained in critical condition after an emergency abdominal operation to remove 80 abscesses from the peritoneal cavity. Dr. Walter T. Martin stated a blood transfusion was given as Rubinoff recovered from the May 5 procedure following an earlier emergency appendectomy.

Rubinoff

Seaman Mitten Mudd Buried After San Diego Crash

Funeral services were held in Pearsall for Mitten Mudd 21 who died Monday in San Diego of injuries from a head on automobile crash. Survivors include his mother Mrs. Andrew Mudd and brothers and sisters, with Doey day serving in the United States Navy at the time of his death.

Pearsall Puneral Mitten Mudd San Diego Calif Andrew Mudd Clatere Doey_ adday United

Junior Chamber Dance recalls California ’49 era

San Antonio Junior Chamber plans a retro dance at Steve's Plate on Castroville Road Saturday night. Members will recreate the 1849 California gold rush mood with period costumes. Prizes will reward the best outfit. A C Buss and Lloyd Wright serve as co chairmen.

San Antonio Enamoly Od Commerce California Steve's Plate Sven Wiles Castroville Road A. C. Buss Lloyd Wright

San Antonians Accepted by Navy in 35 Applicant List

The Navy accepted 35 applicants for service, with 19 San Antonians on the roster. Louis Hay announced the news from the local office. The list is to be published at the end of the week.

Navy Unites States Navy Louis Hay Abe Re

Credit Men Open Session at Dallas Convention

Three Texas retail credit organizations opened a four day joint convention in Dallas. The Retail Merchants' Association of Triag the Associated Retail Credit Men of Texas and the Texas Retail Credit Bureaus Inc represent the attendees.

Dallas Texas The Retail Merchants' Association of Triag Associated Retail Credit Men of Texas Texas Retail Credit Bureaus, Inc

Premier Meet in Prague Over German Minority Crisis

May 23 report from Praha states Konrad Henlein, leader of the German minority seeking autonomy, meets Premier Mian Hoennamet to defuse the escalating dispute that threatened Europe. Henlein reportedly returned to the capital by air after a trip from Vienna amid reports of German troop withdrawals along the Czechoslovak border.

Praha Konrad Henlein Mian Hoennamet Europe Henlein Vienna Czechoslovakian

House Breaks Pay Hour Bill Debate Blockade

Washington May 23 The house broke its rules committee blockade of the revised wage hour bill today by a 213 to to force the legislation to the floor despite the committee’s refusal to give it preferential status Debates limited to four hours as war leaders press efforts at a southern point to make the measure more flexible possibly delaying a final vote tomorrow.

Washington House Rides Oy Bet Jug Serson Sarg Eforts Ploe

BOARD OF COLLEGE PLAN FOR NEXT YEAR

The San Antonio junior college wire operates next year under the same plan as last year with Aly agreement reached by the board of educators. The board cannot make definite appropriation at school opening, but may provide during the year to cover deficits. Student fees will fund operations with supplemental appropriations to cover deficiencies. The school budget next year is set at 46000, with a budget for appropriations being prepared by BR. Nednon.

San Antonio Junor College Aly Egovator OWL College & Commercial School Cit Etudente Bulelget BR. A. Nednon Ghastes Genngt

Injuries Reported Across San Antonio This Week

Several San Antonians were treated in hospitals after knife attacks and accidents. Robert Lyonk, 24, was stabbed at Dolorcea Street and Main Avenue. Martine, 32, stabbed on South Santa Rosa Street. Pred Padilla, 424 West Nueva Street, also injured in a knife attack at Monterey and South Santa Rosa. Silvester Gonzales, 7, fell from a truck with a head gash. Mrs. T L Lowery reported dog bite on Hess Street. David Colungo, 15, cut while swimming at San Pedro Parks.

Robert Lyonk Monterey Street Dolorcea Street Main Avenue Te County Hospital Mee Martine Sharp Santa Rosa Robert B. Green Padilla West Nueva Street Monterey Santa Rose Avenue Silvester Gonzales Boutr Coihe T. L. Lowery Poller Hess Street David Colungo Odell Strovb Belkeap Place San Pedro Parks

Mulberry Street Bridge Completed

A new bridge on Mulberry Street in Lynckenridge is completed and set to open soon. Traffic will be limited during week traffic will be managed as approaches are graded and surfaced. City funds of 1000 for materials and 270 for materials plus 1900 for labor are noted as the NYA project share.

Puyge Guunesy Street Lynckenridge

Maps Presented to Housing Authority Piva Naps Prepared

Maps prepared for the local housing authority by city sanitating engineer D S Stanley were presented to the housing authority Monday. The documents show locations of sewers water lines gas units and kms service to be covered by the housing project.

Piva

Carrier Killed as Bomb Explodes in Rotterdam Fatal Incident

A bomb in a bag exploded today in Rotterdam, killing the carrier and wounding passers-by. Police think the device targeted Heine Titen, a German national recently implicated in espionage but now in this country, near the party location.

Rotterdam Fae Newerana Germany Partie

Revenue case bond posted for Ramaldo Serda arrest

A $500 bond was posted in a revenue case for Ramaldo Serda of an address on North Fecos Street after an arrest by agent Maryin J. Pediat of the alcohol tax unit. The appearance occurred before the commissioner on Saturday.

Ramaldo Serda Lstext Ab North Fecos Street Internal Revenue Maryin J. Pediat

Roaring in Head Bug Found in Ear at Local Hospital

Mrs Lilly Harver 46 of 714 West Myrtle Street went to Robe ro B Grean hospital for an examination after reporting roaring in her head. Medical attendants removed a small bug from her right ear.

Lilly Harver West Myrtle Street jRobero B. Grean Hospital

Mayor Quin Buys First Buddy Poppy at Veterans Event

Mayor Quin announces purchase of the first Buddy Poppy No. 1 for the Veterans of Foreign War, with May 22 set for the sale. The donor is linked to the salax committee and Sgt. 7.R. Caditters, amid a local fundraising effort. Grant Kendall, a Missfont fruit grower, profits from a rabbit sideline and plans to house a 1938 rabbit crop in church spaces, estimating about 14,000 animals.

Quin Poppy Bayar C.K Veterans of Foreign War Anary Tee Cadiness Salax Committee Grant Kendall Citres

Heat excesses prompt warnings on local weather pattern

In San Antonio an excess of 334 degrees since January 1 signals unusual heat, with daily averages about 2 degrees warmer than the 53 year record through mid January. Early 1937 showed a 168 degree deficiency, and May 193? brought a notable excess. Meteorologist JR Jarhoe notes sun shifts and potential grain and cotton damage from the heat, while cloudy days moderate the overall warmth.

San Antonio Coal Weather Bureau JR. Jarhoe Nu Exresalye freihFall

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