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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1933
Page
15
A chaotic, fragmented article traces a heated debate over gold dollars, inflation, and policy. It cites Governor Smith, President Roosevelt, and financial leaders pressing for stabilization before Congress convenes, amid bank and market turmoil and shifting public opinion.
The approved relief body for Comal details a request in the record dated November 21. Key officials include Bailey and Luckett, with other names appearing as part of the Contromity action and associated roles.
A detailed look compares 1918 1923 with 3978 3938 in construction volume using prices adjusted index from the Engineering News Record. It argues statisticians neglect construction data, notes its role as a business barometer and its impact on related industries, unemployment, and public works policy.
Market notes show wheat and corn slipping early with supportive factors fading. Wheat falls nearly a cent per bushel before partial recovery as traders react to expected demand and supply signals. Corn later firms after an initial dip, while market activity in Chicago and Detroit shows varied shifts in futures and cash prices.
Archibald Archer wins a district election as Future Farmers of America candidates claim positions in Beeville and Waedkd. The election results list Vira Regie Bynes and Nitd Avie among the names, with Osher Prat and Ciena Fair noted in the slate.
The Luling Chamber names officers including Ainsworth as vice president and Glei as secretary while detailing roles for treasurer, directors, and other positions. The notice lists membership, meeting roles, and upcoming duties within the chamber.
Nov 27 in Washington a social gathering featured Mrs Hooveveld as guest of honor. Mrs Henry T. Haney and Mrs Rainey clashed over politics and smoking with Mrs Roosevelt, who later asked for a cigarette. The evening included light politics and a brief note on economy measures, with various officials mentioned in a loose, satirical tone.
Article outlines monetary figures and speculative plans related to oil royalties tied to the University of Texas involvement. Mentions a large potential sum and broader funding implications for university programs and research. Includes references to individuals and campaigns influencing oil revenue distribution and university initiatives.
New Orleans reports that oil operator D Hunter told Senate investigators Huey Long pressed him to donate 5000 dollars to the Overton campaign and stop opposing the Long Overton faction or face arrest for gas and oil overproduction. Hunter refused and said Long later warned him to forget it. Dr J A Shaw testified that Robert Magstadt, a Long Overton appointee heading the conservation department, ordered drastic cuts to output.
A turbulent trading day in New York features a wavering market with metals slipping and bonds under pressure. The article notes mixed stock activity, with several major names cited and currency declines as European markets show further weakness amid tentative Treasury refinance prospects.
Austin, Nov 27 NS The newly formed Bank Deposit chair firm created by the recent special session of the legislature will be ready to function by January 1, per a statement from President John Miadams. Officers for the corporation have been opened with the state department of banking and initial machinery is in motion. Applications are being filed and the corporation aims to deposit member funds with strong support from founders.
Historic market in Portland is slated for dismantling after 17 years as a staple of the city’s waterfront. The Virturesque vegetable mart will be replaced by a new development near the water, with local officials coordinating the move and a council meeting set to discuss the plan.
In New York Father Charles E. Goughlin accuses Al Smith of promoting holoney dollars amid a New Outlook editor's gold standard call. He links Smith to banker influence and criticizes the editor for failing to weigh facts before commentary.
The report records cattle and hog prices across multiple markets including San Antonio and Kansas City. It notes lower early sales, with steers, calves, and vealers showing softer demand, while hogs and sheep see mixed to steady movement and price ranges around several dollars per hundredweight.
Wall Street Spectator notes market hopes for a mild push ahead through the week as traders await direction. Devaluation signals and a stabilizing business tone emerge, with rail and utility sectors showing mixed movement and Republic Steel cited as a comeback example in the steel industry.
A Texans market report notes mixed prices across fruits vegetables poultry and dairy. Fresh celery sold around 1.25 dollars per bunch while butter and eggs move with steady to firm quotes. Eggs and poultry quotes reflect standard wholesale levels as greens and roots also appear varied in supply and demand.
A crowded, garbled crop of market terms lists poultry and produce items with scattered references to seeds, creamery products, various markets, and prices. The disjointed text mentions New York markets, dairy items, and assorted vendors in a snapshot of older trading notes.
Fragmentary OCR text lists many improper names, places, and numbers, including dates and currency, but lacks coherent events or context. It reads like a garbled ledger or notice sheet with references to individuals, places, and monetary figures without a clear narrative or verifiable connections.
London reports a gloomier outlook for wheat after the world wheat commission met to review recent developments. Delegates from 25 nations said Russian exports are not a pressing factor, though the Bavict ali refuses the quota proposed by the big four of the United States Canada Argentina and Australia. Russian delegate Abraham Gourevitch argued that prices and crop quality reduce urgency to restrict exports as the Soviet Union shifts to other products and cannot be blamed for current conditions.
In San Jose California on November 21 a mob dragged Brooke Hart from Gov Holmes and his wife publicly mourn the alleged kidnapping murder. Maurice Holmes the father declares his son innocent and recalls visiting the county jail hours before the crime. The Thurmond family also faced public attention nearby as religious and community ties are noted in the aftermath.
SAN ANGELO, TEXAS—Texas sheepmen expect wool prices to reach about one dollar per pound before January 1, with modest sales to date. Dealers foresee a price rise as the dollar falls, making imports dearer, while government control keeps government consignments sold at minimum prices to support the market.
In Milan on November 27 the city’s busiest bellhop Share Affaticatl Tr. reports a royal visitor surprised a bellboy. A kind old lady asked the price of a bicycle and handed him money. The benefactor was Queen Elena of Italy traveling to the royal palace in Rome.
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