Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

San Antonio Light in San Antonio, Texas

We have 22,786,314 pages in Texas

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 27 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 18, 1936

Page

9

Liberal High Court Foresee Liberalism Rise In US

Tampa reports that George L Berry, coordinator for industrial cooperation, told the American Federation of Labor that the Supreme Court will recognize the liberal trend in the United States. He urged the court to reflect the will of the people and predicted reversals in future rulings as liberalism gains influence. Berry warned changes could come from the court’s stance on economic policy.

Tampa Fla George L. Berry Iad Igtris American Federation of Labor Supreme Court United States Berry Eas Notin Pepeenes Feo Bouinessnets

Barnett Funeral Rites Planned for Wednesday

Funeral services for Mas Vers Barnett were set for 2 30 p m Wednesday at the Zigh Bearms parlor. Survivors include her husband Leslie We Barnett two daughters Gladys Ellesn Barnett a son Jack Barnett two brothers Norman King and a sister. Reverend F Mewasstery of St Mark's church officiated. Interment was to be in City Cemetery No 4.

City Cemetery

DeMolay Conclave City To Be Chosen this Evening

Members of the DeMolay and the local advisory board will meet at 9 30 p m at 707 Navarro Street to select a city for the DeMolay conclave to be held soon O Ray Davy chairman O Simmons of Wichita Falls president of the organization and other local leaders will preside Speaker and presiding officer will be Oemnetpal and Pank Waller Jepkirs master councilor Wichita Falls will participate in the program and film finale of the conclave plans.

DeMolay Tha Alpert Pike Afa Fer Pri Navarro Siztet Ray Davy O. Simmons Wichita Falls Meninae Oemnetpal

Derby show endures as court dismisses appeal over injunction

San Antonio recounts a Wabathon and derby event amid a state law dispute on playsteal endurance contests. The Fourth Court of Civil Appeals dismissed the appeal by Hal J. Ross, Derby show operator, finding insufficient interest and noting the injunction issue had become abstract as the events ceased to exist.

San Antonio Court of Civil Appeals Hal J Ross Porty Suh Cmurt Jaw Smitagutr Ind Hoss Bond Enougy Bret the Chee Ayn Les Vine

Yuletide Mail Delayed as Santa Letters Reach Post

A scrambled notice describes children in San Ancio awaiting Christmas mail, noting 883n Antonio mail arrival before Christmas and a letter to Santa gently asking for a doll and smaller gifts for siblings. Post office staff plan to forward the letter to Santa’s local agent for handling.

San Ancio Santa Claus Christies Antonio Mail San Gonte Mary Jolie Gals Ee Dan Quill Ruthertzon Pire J_ G Otter

Grange Approves Crop Insurance Plan

Columbus reports the National Grange approved establishing a crop insurance plan on a pilot basis under federal supervision. The body favors crop insurance as a stable protection for farmers and endorses testing the program on a limited scale.

Grange Columbus National Grange

Thieves Visit Mopac Bunk Car on Collins Charter Siding

Missouri Pacific bunk car on a Collins Charter siding was robbed of a miscellaneous loot. Special Agent George Lyons led the investigation with Deputy R. N. Mauser and Fateh Ives, discovering items including coats, a watch, and clothing from suspects A. King and Willan Murphy.

Mopac Collins Charders George Lyons Ree R. N. Mauser Ives O.B. Bedekes A. King Willan Murphy

Cotton Market Notes Amid Thin Trading and Weather Signals

The market opened steady with early prices around 2 to 4 cents and December figures near. Traders eyed March and future months as weather outlooks predicted higher Central Belt temperatures with some rain, while futures in New Orleans showed subdued demand and limited price movement amid a thin market.

Nedice Taraoers

Money and Metals Report From London New York Markets

Financial wires report mixed movements in currencies and metals across London and New York. Sterling and British rates pressured by demand shifts while bullion prices show modest gains. Greek Polish and Austrian demand cited alongside sparse commodity updates and central bank activity.

Court weighs weighty CIS cases on substitute trustee decision

The Texas Court of Civil Appeals weighs a case brought by Mrs Taylor to recover land foreclosed by the Antonio Joint Stock Laird bank. The ruling could affect titles to thousands of acres as the bank's substitute trustee appointment is challenged. Arguments in support of the bank's motion for reappearing were granted, noting the decision's broad impact on foreclosures nationwide.

Tar South Court of Civil Appeals Welmsday Bitore Tetal Court Kate Li Thylt Stalc BY Antonio Joint Stock Laird Bank Nutcer Taylor AP. Graves Jbank Graves Atrs Ansa— Jointe W.O. Murray Appeals Court Joeph D. Frank Fory Wayne Ind John H. Bickett Daliaz

Congressman Harter to Inspect L A Posts on Tour

Congressman Don W. Harter of the House Military Affairs Committee will travel to Los Angeles and other posts to inspect Fort Bragg and related facilities. The San Antonio stop is set for November 26, with broader automobile tour plans and continued westward travel after the visit. Hil, chairman of the Ohio delegation, had recently toured army posts on a cross-country flying tour.

Harter L. A Chatrian Lister Hil Don W. Harter House Military Affairs Committee San Antonio Bam Buuston Ward Blaith Corps Dram Ohio Wesward Hil Statens Fz

Delegates Gather for Southwestern Texas Woodmen Meet

About 200 delegates attended the Southwestern Texas Woodmen gathering at Woodman's Hall on Commerce Street. National president Mrs. Dora Alexander of Omaha and state manager Victor Keller welcomed attendees. opening remarks were given by Mayor Co. Quin and Mrs. Taliey. The day featured ritual drills and initiation ceremonies, with a formal dinner at the Gunter Hotel at 7 p.m.

Rilend Texas Woodfrew Re. Commerce Street Dora Alexaner Valley Omaha Neb Supreme Forrest Jeanie ‘Willard Denison Nations Ming Bessie Dolan Spyior Victor Keller Co. & Quin Taliey William Marmiot Dante Gunter Hotel

Produce Market Prices at San Antonio Market and Growers List

Prices and quantities from the San Antonio produce market show steady trade with basges and grower market listings. The report notes crates sold at $515, California cantaloupes at $1.85, and various fruits and vegetables including apples, cabbage, peppers, potatoes, and peas with regional sources such as Texas and California.

Prites San Anténio Tour Basges Tomas Susan California Tymatnes Werk Bée Gees Bez Breecsih Texas Cabkage Senate Graves Pal Falakees Colorado Brom Branties Spa

Poultry and Produce Prices Reported Across Markets

Chicago and Kansas City market notes show mixed poultry and produce receipts. Prices varied by item with turkey, ducks, and various chick stocks quoted. eggs and creamery items also noted with fluctuating figures and market steadiness in some lines.

Smicago Poulter Jaye Boas Ito Poumla Shite

Market reports show mixed futures and exchange rates

London and New York market notes indicate rates and futures moved with little change. The article records small shifts in bonds and commodities, with prices hovering near prior quotes as traders awaited updated benchmarks.

Fruits and Markets Show Busy Provincial Trade

An OCR readout lists fruits and vegetables with prices and stock across multiple markets. Entries mention items like carrots onions and tomatoes, with notes on arrivals, quantities, and prices including 78 and 60 cent ranges, plus references to Chicago and other city markets and wholesale trade activity.

Stock Market News Highlights Mixed Trading and Jones Jones

A murky stock report notes NYSE indices fluctuating with uneven trading as investors weigh dividends, earnings, and early profit-taking. Major names like Philip Morris and Sears Roebuck appear amid broad sector movements while key measures show a tentative uptrend offset by selling pressure and lagging equities.

York Reno Ieee Rebate Linaleiae Fehenley Enatman- Endak Wiscat Ameri Mundera Ang Philip Morris States, Steel General Bwesort Art Cryer Gomery Ward Sears “Roebuck New Jersey Westinguode Sybian Jeri Fuga AG Berio Walle Ceiral Aera Viror Bessehgat Glenn Ba Sarntnen

LaGuardia elected president of US Mayors Conference

Washington Nov 18 Mayor Fiorello H LaGuardia of York unanimously re elected today as president of the United States Conference of Mayors The conference sought congressional appropriation of funds to continue the federal works relief program for the current term and backed permanent establishment of a National Works administration with expanded funds for public works Also reelected were Mayors Edward J Rely Chicago Angelo Rossi San Francisco Neville Miller Lawsville Edward Rogers Amarillo and Frederick W Mansfield Boston The body urged national zoning of industry to balance expansion and mentioned additional funding for Thanksgiving clothes sales were advised to cover remaining needs from a light classed budget

Washington Fiorello H. Laguarda York United States Conference of Mayors Congress Ube Railway Labor Risa Lawsville Edward Rogers Amarillo Texas Frederick W. Mansfield Boston Meyer Ellensteth Bitewaris Secions

Grain Market Signals Mixed Prices Rise Amid Demand

Grain market report from San Antonio notes slight price gains for wheat and corn amid brisk demand. Reports show futures contracts remaining strong into December while prices for oats and other cereals show volatility. Local buyers and sellers price grains at varied levels, with market activity reflecting broader commodity trends.

Woman's Body on Gurap Heap in Los Angeles

Deputies pushed meager clues in the east of an unidentified dark woman, about 35, beaten to death and dumped in a sunlit wash near a road in cactus-Huddled San Gabriel area. Head injuries and a fractured skull were reported. a liquor bottle fragment and a torn fack were found at the scene.

Los Angeles Oaktown San Gabriel Wash War Wash

Death Penalty of Negro Affirmed

AUSTIN Nov 15 The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals affirmed the death penalty for Wile Ellison Caldwell a Negro, for killing his wife last February The court also upheld a five year term for KA Qualls on an assault conviction Lofton Dohinen and Austin Jagger with a two year term for driving while intoxicated were dismissed at his request The court affirmed the burglary sentence for Bute Steen at Travis County with eight years imprisonment

Austin Ue Court of Criminal Appeals Wile Ellison Caldwell KA Qualls Lofton Dohinen Austin Jagger Bute Steen Travis County

Cleaning Business Opening Reported in Port Worth

Port Worth reports a rise in the cleaning industry with volume up 420 to 19 percent, noted at the convention. Joan Gore of Beaumont, president of the National Association of Cleaners and Dyers, announced the figures during the state association session. Lubbock was selected as the 1937 convention city with officers including Heab R. Betty and Pat French of San Antonio, and directors such as Alsi Sparger of San Antonio.

Port Worth Joan Gore Beaumont National Association of Cleaners and Dyers State Association Lubbock Heab R. Betty Pat French San Antonio Alsi Sparger San Antante

Ice Men Elect Dallas Director to Two-Year Term

In Dallas on November 18 147 members of the Southwestern Tea Manufacturers association elected J. K. Mareschal of San Antonio as a director to serve two years.

Dallas Southwestern Tea Manufacturers Association J. K. Mareschal San Antonio

Cattle Market Prices Skimmed With Mixed Beef and Sheep Trades

The market report notes varied cattle prices with emphasis on steers and heifers. Calves range around 5498 with heaver beef stock and fat lambs showing steady demand. Sheep and hogs bring mixed bids as buyers price weights from several dollars per hundredweight, with active trade seen in midweek sales.

Hort Jorth LtvisToStock Rout and Prices

Fragmented OCR notes describe a market day with a schedule of sheep and wool prices. Mentions include shearing results, ewe and ram classes, and bids around 3790 and 2e00 with bulk lots and steady classes. References to names and locations are unreadable, but indicate livestock trade activity and price ranges.

U Ae USDA Tet Lake Yahom Webers Rired Ewes Frentor

Hoeppel Attorney Wares Hearing On Alleged Conspiracy

Washinuth, Nov. 18. Jesse C. Dukes, attorney for Hopell, and Carter, his son Charles, faced charges of conspiring to conceal and gather evidence in a case tied to an alleged illegal sale. They were ordered to Richmond, Va, for trial after a preliminary hearing in Washington.

Jesse C Hoppel

Texas Parents and Teachers Meet to Address Child Problems

The Texas Car of Parents and Teachers outlines actions to improve home school life with focus on child behavior, education, and community needs. Discussions cover media use, radio and movie influences, and practical steps for families.

Fort-Wor Texas Lbia

Also Mentioned on This Page

High Court Peresns Labor Perkins Ptesonshie Federn Peta Thermad Pen Schiam Executive Council William Greco Drastle Setlon Isabel Pierce Alamo Heights Junior School Con Mary Carver Denby Ae Cra v. Pat Orleans Now Hotton EAE Ray Teta Jon Bales Autres Pricta Cuaiatana Gaben Lie New York Gallon Tulare Bteals Gama Soerare Rey Poet Furkion Hhi Britain Brinn France Filan Norway Swesen Bina Prlama Greece Poland Lovakia Montreal Ae York Lusdon Bar Milyer Londok Aiver Easiex Torton Bar Gol Dhoe Taegan NEW York Monsy Jordon Metals London Sey Gimcle Bguash Texan Gadbiee Poe Isa Sles Mts Selbees Kansas City Kansas Cite Retelptn Savann Tap Kant Eax Bane Forsten Exeharau Marvey Wera Carlot Chikoazo Fonda Rived Trank Teiere Ciateat Aero Ae ArGl Rivals Maaricat Kone Ae Heat Besa Fianian Mampers Acar Ariel Alpsdy Tekee Muuket Florida eoutoes _ Stilengos Cabot Erie An Ture Gul Rae Trathc Mars Eautocin Wey Inrger Claeslied Dial Tor Adurnicr Antonio Josesen Presse Han Antonio Tata Anasto Ware Dushel Bates Ie Liverpool Chicago Geicago Nanee Peerpeaas Colven Mied Wearingn Mied Wearingn and Hers Livelly ‘2A 00, Beet Coms 5c. Exttera Wei Co Yen Tage Evan Thie Pelers Bneep Heesinings Lees Bidi Nee Snot Simara Ing Ston Tlle Lee Ateedy Rome Mente Ste Dar - Greatockery Nealerensé
Search Courier

Search the San Antonio Light Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The San Antonio Light?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication