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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1933
Page
6
The week closed with stocks showing varied moves as steel and oil sectors highlighted gains while transportation shares cooled. Industrials receded amid inflation worries, with copper rising slightly and government price policy uncertainty weighing on market sentiment.
Fragmented OCR lists numerous real estate deeds and property transfers dated May 2 to May 24 in 1933, naming parties such as Beidenterger Nelson Fleanor Turner Fehrs and others, with mentions of tracts, subdivisions, and associated entities like General Invest PvE. Includes references to cemeteries, burial details, and various block and lot identifiers in unnamed locales.
In Bexar County a county commissioners court hearing began Monday to consider appointing deputy constables outside San Antonio. James Younger questioned witnesses as factions argued for and against rural deputy positions. Testimony cited traffic enforcement needs in Precinct No. 4 and surrounding towns Kirby, Converse, and Savers, plus South San Antonio and Harlandale.
In a truncated report a court orders defense action in a suit related to Stoner. The piece references a financial figure of 822,000 and mentions a party named Hines in connection with the action. The readable text is fragmentary, but indicates court proceedings and defense responsibilities.
Livestock buyers at San Antonio and Chicago markets show mixed demand with cattle and calves trading unevenly. Reports indicate lower weights and softer bids, while higher grade stock remains in demand and lamb and hog prices vary by region.
Kansas City May 2 authorities from postal inspectors department of justice and police forces across Kansas City Missouri and Kansas joined in a nationwide search for Mary McElroy who was abducted and held for ransom. Federal statutes cited include use of the mails and interstate transportation of a kidnaped person. Police combed two points west of Kansas City and a city manager urged identification from photographs as two dozen detectives studied the case with two hours daily.
Hillsboro police seek to unravel a night time double shooting that left two men dead. The first victim, McCall, a 70-year-old janitor at First Baptist Church, was found dead in an alley beside the church. B A Lawrence, a former Luther owner, was found fatally wounded near his home after being seen crossing a yard. A gun lay nearby.
County commissioners modify bidding rules to speed up printing contracts under sixty dollars. The change allows smaller tract bids to be accepted without the full competitive bidding process, aiming to reduce delays when printing is urgently needed.
In New Orleans on May 29 Associated Press reports Colton market opened weak with declines and a late rally, driven by farm relief bill talk and support from fishery and grain interests. Prices fluctuated with October and December contracts showing notable moves, and activity remained firm into morning trading before easing.
Kenneth Burk, 88, was under observation in Bridgewater Hospital today as authorities prepared for his kidnapping trial over Margaret McMath. He was moved from the county jail in Barnstable after a violent episode and placed in a restraining jacket.
Grain market notes from Chicago on May 28 show downward price pressure across key grains. Wheat moved lower with limited buyer interest, while corn and hogs saw varied support but failed to sustain rallies amid cautious speculative demand.
Disjointed notices show poultry and dairy product receipts and prices across Chicago and New York markets. Items include eggs at 9c, creamery and butter receipts, various chicken types, and potato listings. Names and places appear with mixed pricing data and supply details.
A county court approved the appointment of an aid to custodian Aprainiment of Egun Beblntttr nd asistant conviction of the Bexar county commnian wan. The vote occurred Monday in herr court, with Sheriff Albert Hagaene presiding during Vil- Intros and CHEWOMAN Ti 7 Mthy park. Tanner, a prominent Texas alumna and winner of the Sainer alone TR, Foner, died Hern today.
Oklahoma City reports five deaths from firearms over the weekend with a sixth found dead in a Tulsa garage. Victims include J R Townsend aged 73 Kim Wilson 44 Mrs Charles Spafford 60 Wells 84 Tulhina Mrs Juve Jelengk Arapaho Grover F Padgett 43. Authorities cite jealousy and accidental shooting in separate cases.
The Judiciary committee asked the Senate for additional funds to renew its inquiry into the Harriman case amid months of delay in prosecuting Joseph W. Harriman a New York banker and former president of the Hallinan National Bank and Trust Company on felonious account charges. The committee plans to double the original 400 appropriation to finance the probe and to expand inquiries into the bank's pool branch where most directors dealt in stock.
In Austin on May 29, House and Senate conferees worked to harmonize a pension bill for Confederate veterans and widows. The Senate version limited pensions to widows born before 1865 and veterans in need, while the House expanded eligibility to widows born before 1873 and cut monthly amounts from 25 to 12.50 dollars, with further reductions for Confederate home inmates from 17.50 to 5 dollars per month.
London and New York money and metals markets show lax trading with mixed signals. Spot prices in London drift and currency rates wobble as traders weigh inflation data and central bank cues against lingering recession fears.
Texas Rangers and San Marcos detectives pursue three suspects tied to a First National Bank raid. The group allegedly invaded the bank last week with a machine gun, abducted employees, and fled with more than $7000. Authorities say the trio has been absent since the crime and the fourth participant remains unidentified.
Readable farm markets list a wide range of fruits and vegetables with prices from Pineapple shipments and Louisiana cabbage to cantaloupes and grapes. The column notes Mexican pineapples at 1.60 per dozen and bananas, okra, potatoes, and berries priced across multiple stalls, with market terms and vendor references embedded.
The article notes A Gleric earned a Doctor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts. It lists graduates from Extwied University including W. dleKey, Dallon, Lievery Rev. Patrick Gerhan, Brother Arnenius, and others. It mentions a science degree and names several local figures and institutions connected to the ceremony.
In Rensselaer New York six robbers held up the Rensselaer County bank before noon. They fired on pursuing detectives killing James A. Stevens and wounding others. Police sought outlaw Pretty Boy Floyd as a suspect.
Feeding has started for a group of 44 calves from Mason County including the Gist and Rothman herds. The May 15 average weight reached 227 pounds, up from 222 pounds on May 1 last year, with several calves from John Gist's Midland herd and Hereford stock in use. The farmer plans to compare this year’s calf batch with last year’s and aims to assemble two carloads for shipment.
Bruce Willis and an unnamed co defendant were charged in Port Sam Houston with conspiring to assault Private W. Ropers of the Twenty third Infantry Service Company on May 13. Willis entered a not guilty plea with a June 6 hearing set. Bond was $3500. A related charge accuses Willis of conspiring to assault Rogers with a dangerous weapon during an earlier May 1 incident that left Rogers wounded from a gunshot to the neck. Gus T. Jones of the Justice Department stated the events involved an attempted confrontation over a gun.
Wabitiroton May W Hastings bill would permit sale of beer in Oklahoma during hearings. The measure advanced with majority support in the House. The bill now moves toward Senate consideration as officials push for passage.
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