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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1930
Page
17
A garbled market item lists prices for oranges and other commodities. Mentions Callferein orange at 19.60 to 85, 80 cen for ume lon, and a bond price around £250. Also notes quality observations and small changes in listed rates.
Readable items list prices and goods from a growers’ market including apples, cabbage, pears, mangos, peaches, apricots, grapes, tomatoes, onions, and various greens. Prices shown per bunch, head, or pound with many odd spellings and regional terms, reflecting a bustling market page.
Local market notes show poultry and egg price listings with several items: Sey Tee eee at 42 cents, Pepere 15 in Fheens, Famers 17 cents, Turkers 2 fT at 10 cents, EGS Fast 17 crate. Names appear garbled but indicate commodity quotes and price points.
Fragmented OCR reads list of poultry and butter prices and market terms. Mentions Chicago area figures, quantity measures, and assorted vendor notes. Includes references to potatoes and meats with scattered numbers and prices, reflecting an old market listing.
Readable cattle and sheep quotes indicate varied demand with steady to slower movement. Prices feature steer and heifer bids, fat lamb values, and regional grading notes, highlighting weighed changes and market tone this week.
A sparse money and metals section notes Mexican market activity with scattered figures for tin lead zinc and precious metals. The brief item lists prices and terms across various exchanges and mentions futures trading in London and New York with cryptic abbreviations and inconsistent formatting. Financial readers are guided to watch ongoing price movements and market rumors amid a cluttered report.
Houston capitalist Jesse Jones, touring New York and eastern cities, said Texas faced no real worry. He claimed Texans are better off during lean times than many regions, urging a return to normal spending and conduct to revive the economy.
Abilene dispatch reports the Texas Pacific railroad authority approved fare adjustments for the Southland Greyhound service. The new bus line will run between Fort Worth and all points west to Midland, with higher fares applied to routes to and from Fort Worth while intermediate segments see lower rates.
A former San Antonian, previously a divisor at Venide Berk Asphaly company, has been appointed to a top executive position at The Chemical Time. The move places Arenmarer as new executive officer, while Paxee and Montes are noted in related freight operations at Antonio Freight.
Barbers in Houston plan assistance for unemployment through canvassing in each neighborhood. Each barber will set a station to aid a man seeking work, with owners of stores in Tol No. 244 of the Muster Barbers association backing the effort and a meeting of the group planned.
Local home economics clubs plan a joint gathering with representatives from multiple areas. The program includes discussions on cooperative projects and shared demonstrations highlighting practical kitchen and household skills. Participants from various districts will share experiences and plan future activities.
TEAGUE Nevada November records show 24.0 percent aid program directed at aiding editor TEAGUE and other publishing staff amid unemployment. Local officials announce support to help those seeking work and sustain news operations in the region.
The New Orleans market reports a somewhat easier tone for cotton with December futures edging higher. Notices issued in New York and Manchester totalled around 40,000 bales, while 13,800 bolts were recorded in the Cairo market. Prices show modest gains and shifting positions as traders anticipate December activity.
From letters received by the committee in charge of entertainment of the Texas Editorial association, meeting in this city November 27 and 28, attendance will be the largest in the history of the organization. The association was organized 18 years ago by the late Col. Frank J. Holland, founder of Falitwl's magazine in Dallas.
Justice of the Peace Loms BF court charged six more suspects after raids on gambling clubs at 7 Broadwes. District investigators report a total of 12 gambling charges including felonies for exhibiting a table and bank devices, loitering, and possession. A dice table was destroyed and four slot machines seized. Chief investigator F Flores led the raid efforts.
In Austin on November 24 44 W O Turker executive secretary of the state game fish and water commission blamed carelessness for about eight percent of hunting accidents He argued hunters should distinguish targets and avoid aiming at any animal by mistake He warned against unsafe shooting practices and urged responsible behavior during hunting season.
Local county administration plans a public meeting at the Gaonter hotel on Monday. Visitors Meaders of the Shevol of Melilins will attend to discuss information and details of county administration. The event aims to inform residents about proposals and upcoming decisions.
Turkey buying in San Saba is heavy as a Thanksgiving holiday demand pushes prices. Traders report brisk activity with birds brought in from surrounding districts and prices around 14 cents per pound on average, reflecting strong local supply for the season.
The city will pay a fee of 10 105 dollars and 75 cents from its general fund for the hearing costs in the telephone rate case against Southwestern Bell. Judge Dibrell sustained the phone company in a related ruling, with total city expenses estimated around 80 000 dollars as the case advances in the Western District of Texas. Majer Chambers and City Attorney Dobbs oversee the proceedings.
The American Library Association will run a poster contest across 18 Southern states to highlight the joy and value of books in libraries. Open to junior and senior high students, prizes total $2100 with top school libraries receiving $1000 in book purchases, plus student recognition. Entries due February 14 to the student’s high school library.
Galveston announces a shuttle airmail link to Houston and New Orleans, providing a night flying connection with the southern transcontinental service. The Houston San Antonio leg will close once night flying is enabled, with ongoing connections from New Orleans via the southern route, linking Galveston to the wider mail network.
Galveston hosts awards for the cutter Haranac crew with two silver cups and three silk flags to honor the service of officers and crew. The prizes, to be presented on December arrival, include a silver cup and annual competitions among wat boat crews for engineering and deck foremen, with another cup for a winter merit award.
A total of 2402.55 miles of state highway were improved during the fiscal year ending August 24, 192 and contracts awarded, with aggregated funding and ongoing construction reported by the highway department. The year saw increased activity and numerous improvements across Texan and Nev regions.
Citizens in Presidio press the commissioner to obtain a federal role, arguing that saving and approval could follow. The request targets multiple ports including Whitez, Heavwenasiile, Levevites, Mieai¢n, and Grande as part of a broader plea for federal presence.
Capt March He Touecr, a chemical warfare officer of the Second Division, is ordered to Fort McIntosh for chemical warfare training. He faces opposition from rival Tech Sgt Hamuel A. Dontur and Urivgie Adolph Kobleek of Fort Sam Houston.
Raw market reports show wheat prices tumbling after an early advance, with declines in Chicago and international shipments. Argentine wheat crop uncertainty and weak ocean freight demand weigh on trade as U S grain futures drift lower. San Antonio and St Louis market figures list modest gains for corn and oats amid ongoing supply concerns.
Fourteen Westmoorland College students made the honor roll with notable marks. The top average went to Miss Sura Stokes, while other honorees include Marie Dotson Mikien Johnston and Dorothy Sandlin among many from San Antonio Ta vela and Corpus Christi.
About 227 members at the federal soldiers' home near Leavenworth face returning to duties after quarterly examinations. Authorities reported many were found restored to health or with mild limitations. Governor Charles Martin acknowledged the findings forwarded by Maj. Bob Byrd as part of the official record.
Two men Jake Perez and Vicenta Hadilly were arrested on charges of manufacture and possession of liquor after Prohibition officers seized 20 gallons of whiskey 450 pints of mash and a 25 gallon still. A hearing was set for Friday afternoon.
In Fort Worth Texas on November 24 191? Texas Christian University freshmen mourn a decisive loss to Texas Longhorns. Dean Sandip Teckham at TGC and other campus figures noted the upset while the freshman girls who cheered Saturday evenings had hoped for a win.
In SUAWNER Oklahoma two robbers entered a theater here last night and escaped with approximately $1603. A manager and a viewer were assaulted as the bandits fled, prompting a theater crime report from local authorities. In England, Lisa Geraldine FitzGerald, 84, lives in a glass house and attributes her mobility to it. She built the glass house in her garden four years ago and is identified as author and sister of Sir Robert Learose FitzGerald.
Mayor William Tinte Thompson of Chicago collected a 40 pound turkey from Texas as part of a Thanksgiving treat. Joe Cline of Eden delivered the fowl to Crores B, an Inspector of Masonry, with others from Chicago present.
In Brenham plans for consolidating Memorial College with Heatherstern University at Georgetown are being considered by the board of the Merender chamber of commerce. Officials of the conference were reported by Blinn Memorial College leaders.
An urgent appeal seeks emergency appropriation of 700 dollars for Abilene State Hospital for the coming month. Dr DL fs, superintendent, will present the measure at the legislature. A request also proposes repairs to another building for male patients.
Stocks were steady at the opening of today’s session with small losses in key names like Havlo and General Motors. Allied Chemical and Kodak fell, while Shell and American Telephone showed declines. call money eased to 2 percent as trading opened in a quiet market.
A Dul to provide for payment of taxes on specific real estate in Travis county will be introduced at the next Legislature session by T. E. McGregor of Austin. McGregor will take a seat in the house in January.
Harlingen Texas November 24 In Cameron county a young man on a motorcycle stops motorists to tell them their headlights are not bright enough. The two men Strickland Shaw Ling from Daniagen have started a service to help drivers meet the law with proper lighting. The effort has official sanction from the road service authorities.
Torrential rains in Texas have revived ranches with better pasture and more cattle stocking. Dakota Cristen notes ranges exceed anything since 1918 and predicts higher cattle prices as feed remains scarce, with markets poised for early spring upticks.
Nov 24 Kingsville Texas The following students of the Texas College of Avis and Induvbley were elected new members of the Robert Mario Cousins Scholarship Society of Ubet college announced by Jeff Smith chair of membership. Seniors list includes Heniorss Minava Manwing Xoa kuin Miss Alleana Colling and others. Juniors list features Misa Thela Frank and Mra. Margaret MacGre gor among many named. Crqduple and honorary members named. Membership depends on scholastic standing and year in college.
Bids were opened Monday morning on various pipes and feed contracts including newer pipes, Bird Ford, and state brand horse linings for the inland market. Awards will be counted and final figures tabulated Tuesday, according to local district officials.
DENEON Nov 24. Vilhjalmur Stefansson, renowned Arctic explorer, will address the Texas State College for Women at 0 LA on November 25. The event promises insights into polar exploration and related science.
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