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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1936
Page
7
A major peace conference setting aims to unite the United States with Latin American neighbors. Scheduled as a keynote address by President Roosevelt, the event marks the first in a series of three official efforts.
President Roosevelt is slated to travel aboard the cruiser Indianapolis to Buenos Aires for the Buenos Aires peace conference. Officials outline a Pan American approach, aiming to prevent European entanglements and promote regional stability through a shared system of peace.
A Mexican goodwill group plans a visit to Los Angeles area with legs in San Antonio and San Texas. They will rely on a Sight Classified Act to arrange meals and transport and will pay half-rate at Conte 9 Broad Way on Pitit street for gas and other needs.
United States air commerce data shows pilots earning an average $542 monthly in 1935, the highest since 1929 when pilots earned $560. Mechanics averaged $149 monthly in 1935, down from earlier levels. Total personnel in American and foreign air lines rose from 3345 in 1920 to 12131 in 1935.
AP reports mixed grain trading with corn and wheat rallying on tighter supplies and frost in Argentina. Futures show upswings as traders eye delayed deliveries, with domestic demand edging up for feed and hay markets in Texas and Liverpool, while river market conditions influence nearby contracts.
Tagle Pass reports Vice President Tome N Garner visiting Maverick County. Garner met Sheriff-elect Fettisa Lengranti near Enele Pass about twenty miles southeast, with local officials and ranch activity described in terse logs.
Four youths were arrested by police on Monday for tail thefts at Fox Tail tram site. Officers Tuyk and Thorihson led the arrest with Nicos EDI, Cardinal Mundelein, and Chicesa present. George Williant Cardinal Mundelein and Chicesa attended a luncheon with President Roosevelt, while Hagin was hospitalized after a possible shooting at 420 Austin Street.
The New Orleans cotton market opened weak with December at 12.920 and January around 11.30, while March hovered near 11.75. Prices posted small gains late as Liverpool bids and local demand supported some accounts, and government crop forecasts showed higher yield expectations for Texas and Mississippi.
The Her. J Morin Kacy pastor of College Hill Presbyterian Tuliz Okls was appointed to succeed Rev Max Morrison as pastor of the Badion Square Freskylecian church. Rev Mr Morrison to take change of Bartlesville Okla pastorate December 1 with Rev Mr Kadyk filling the vacancy.
Hope rises on the waterfront as the Department of Labor announces immediate resumption of talks between shipowners and at least one union in the Pacific coast strike. The US Maritime Commission hearing opens as 1600 ports report eased blockade, with ships tied up and sailors awaiting orders.
In a labor dispute amid the Joh L Lewis revolt the American Federation of Labor seeks a unity path as garment workers confront suspension. William Green names a negotiating committee while Lewis presses for reinstatement and a peace framework. The outcome hinges on AFL action next week.
An old advertisement promotes crochet patterns for lace like squares to create scarves pillows and clothing. It explains using humble string or cotton yarn and mentions quick projects for Christmas gifts. Readers are invited to request Pattern 1538 from the San Antonio Light with payment details.
Livestock receipts show varied demand at San Antonio market with calves and fat cattle selling slowly and mid grade offerings easing. Hog and sheep trading uneven across regions from East St Louis to Chicago with price ranges noted and packers pushing lower on heavier cattle.
Fragmented financial notes show London and New York exchange rates and precious metals pricing. Mentions gold bar values, silver, foreign currencies, and percentages, with scattered figures for Britain, France, Germany, Austria, and other nations. Context appears as a market brief with varied rates and commodities.
Flossie S hpendid, 613 Gruve Avenue Mandy, treated at Revert B. Green hospital for facial injuries after a dog bite. Mrs Mary Cole Iman, 68, 3218 West Salinas Street, treated for electrical shock from a live wire at home. TANKS BUSBED GIBRALTAR, Nov 9. INS Huge flames result after bombs hit rebel positions.
An advertisement for Marian Martin house patterns describes three apron designs A B and C with diagrammed sequences and fabric ideas. It promotes pattern 9087 available in sizes small medium and large, priced 15 cents for pattern and 15 cents for book, with combined offers and ordering details via the Pattern Dept at the San Antonio Light.
A frigid weekend swept across Texas causing four fatal fires and numerous injuries. Nine lives were lost as open stoves and extreme temperatures sparked deadly blazes in Kilgore Houston Abilene Dallas and Dallas area shelters. Weather cooled to 44 in some cities while Abilene and Dallas reported highs near 92 with widespread unsettled conditions and warmer air moving north.
Washington reports farm leaders plan definite changes at the next congress session to avoid undermining soil conservation. They discussed reviving the old AAA control program, but spokesmen say no decision to go that far has been made. The group, called to consider federal crop insurance to bolster conservation, remains lukewarm on the proposal.
A noisy courtroom tally lists multiple defendants including Larne Val, Branzisco Mteves, Martines, Wilthe, Fils, Luckes, Martians, Perez, Newell, and Glover among others. Fines are recorded in the low to mid five dollar range with several names credited as acquitted or pending further action.
A San Antonio man was arrested in Deriddw Louisiana after cashing a forged check. Police say the instrument was drawn for 15,000 dollars in cash with a 30,000 dollar cashier’s check and a 950 dollar cash deposit. The case prompts ongoing inquiries into the forged check scheme.
Police report multiple thefts including jewelry cigars coins clothing and personal items. Names and addresses span West Gratercy Place East Commerce Street Crockett Street Rowston Street Pershing Avenue and San Pedro Avenue with various items such as watches purses radios and tools reported missing.
Los Angeles contender Margie Van Rasmt wins the Derby Show at the Pacific coast walkathon championships amid 1100 hours of continuous dancing and walking. Finalists Bill McDaviels and Opal Ferdi are eliminated after a long sprint. promoter Hal J. Rens says the next show will not be held in Dallas or Corpus Christi.
Funeral arrangements are set for Mrs. WN Travis, 95, formerly of Gen Antonia, who died Sunday. Services will be at Bonkom Brothers chapel in San Diego, with interment at Glen Abbey Memorial Park. Survived by daughter Mrs. FF Stouffer, son N. 8 Travis, Mrs. Brautfer, M. J. Nellams, and three grandchildren.
In London the commercial dollar eased to 4.27 pounds while the French franc closed at 795.15 to the pound, shifting from Saturday’s levels. The overnight New York rate stood at 4.67 percent, affecting market sentiment.
Washington November forecast shows U.S. cotton production at about 32.2 million bales weighing 502 pounds per bale, down from 33.11 million in October. Yield estimates vary by region with specific state figures and area harvested noted, including Georgia, Florida, Texas, and California, and final production compared to five year averages.
The market opened lower and held choppy, with large blocks trading and many favorites giving up early gains. By midday the Dow drifted as traders weighed near term prospects, while notable advances included American Steel Foundries, Delaware & Hudson, Great Northern, and Union Pacific among others.
Goods including leghorn hens Plymouth Rock chicks and turkeys listed with varied prices in a fragmented market report. Mentions colored and white varieties, ducks, geese, sises from 4 pounds to 48 pounds, plus refrigerator standards and general meat and dairy items across multiple region entries.
Dr. R Whiteside will read at the first session of a special training course for men interested in scouting. The program begins at 7:30 PM Tuesday at 233 Broadway, organized by Carl A Brven of the Alamo Area center. Chaplain Gra J Cater and Gerhard Edgar assist. Brynn SH leads a senior course for troops, with sessions daily except Sunday at 11:30 AM.
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