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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 06, 1930

Page

16

City debates homogenization ban on milk cream

A nine dozen dairymen committee led by AL 2 White of Mistletoe Creameries pressed to reveal an ordinance forbidding homogenization. Mayor Chembers sought a written health opinion before enforcing, noting pasteurization and high pressure processing affect fat separation. The health department advised delaying action pending board guidance, as the proposal was rejected without a public hearing.

AL 2 M. Chembers Berth W. A. Je Health Department Citr Malik Bveti Ty Council Ordi Monde

Murder Trial Postponed Due to Absent Defense Witnesses

The murder trial of J. Witcherry Ghrearad Tanditr, charged with killing Hiley W. Plant, was postponed to February after four defense witnesses failed to appear. Judge Juice M. C. Jeffrey fined each absent witness 3000 and ordered them jailed at 5000 bonds. An onlooker, Herbert Herkald, assisted in the exchange of edits related to the case. no indictment followed. Wimberly remains free on bond.

Marcos J. Witcherry Ghrearad Tanditr Hiley W. Plant In & Xtreet Wasz M. C. Jeffrey Terolyfeenad District Court State of Texas Herbert Herkald Plant Wimberly

Jack Oakie Free on Suspicion in Woman's Death

Toledo Utah reports Jack Oakie a popular actor free on suspicion in a case involving the death of Mrs Mev Lation Jan Ty. The death appears to be self inflicted following a party at which Oakie attended. An inquest noted Mrs Lowry's diary entry about Oakie and an apartment supervisor testified.

Jack Oakie Toledo Obie INS Severn Mar Mev Lation Janty

Detective Chief Reduced After List Purloined

CHICAGO OCT UPI reports Deputy Chief of Detectives John Ryan was reduced and transferred by Commissioner Alcock after the disappearance of a secret list of alleged hoodlums. A gang member was found in possession of an ally of Al Capone.

Chicago UPI John Ryan Arthur Willce John H. Alcock al Capone

Schools Get Fire Prevention Course

AGSTIN Oct 6 The fire Inc ratte Department mailed a course of fire prevention study to 825 public schools and the school board have been asked to order the courses taught at regular periods. A fire prevention course will be provided in the schools receiving a relation at 3 cenic in the fire warece key and in larger facilities. Their million a f are of valuations this often runs im considerable amount of men. NEGROES PLAN FAIR MEXIA Det f The county Suir one of its few negro ae he nate will be etd at

Agstin Fire Inc. Ratte Amerintendrots Bosidu Iites Timestone County Suir

Weather Dims Wheat Market Amid Mixed U S Grain Reports

Wet weather in Australia and Argentina pressured wheat futures while corn slipped on weak support. Domestic prices eased as oats and rye followed the downturn, with frost reports in Argentina largely ignored. Oats fell with wheat and corn. various crop estimates weighed on sentiment as buyers showed limited scope for additional gains.

Australia Burnes Res Provinia Argentine

206,514 Seek New Veterans' Pensions

In Washington on October 6 the Veterans Bureau announced 206,514 applications for veterans pensions have been received. The figure reflects a 20 percent fee schedule and follows a daily consultation with department officials.

Wassington Les Conzenns

San Antonio Livestock Prices Inch Up After Rain

Livestock market reports from San Antonio show mixed price movements after recent rains. Cattle and calves sold with wide ranges from common to high quality, while hogs and sheep moved at varied quotes. Kansas City and Chicago figures reflect broader regional activity with multiple weight classes and categories.

San Antonio O Sanulers Commission Company

Wholesale Market Slips Affected by Rain Delays

Rain slowed wholesale market activity as prices held steady for Colorado Heifer and Bakler bear varieties. Delicious and Jonathan apples showed minor shifts while Tuesday reports noted no major changes in local wholesale listings.

Focal Wholesale Commission Pruitt Commision Compans Colorado Hiefer Penra Jonathan

Tax Valuation at Gonzales Declines

The Gonzales tax valuation shows a decline due to reduced intangible values and railroad asset reassessments. Personal property valuations, however, show a distinct increase, reflecting shifts in local assessments and the railroad transmission figures.

Gonzales Gonzales Cami Jim Wood

Market Garden Produce Prices Listed for Local Growers

A jumble of market items and prices appears to list vegetables and fruits from local growers. Entries include lettuce, carrots, onions, cabbage, tomatoes, peppers, radishes, turnips, apples, peaches, cantaloupes, pears, melons, and garlic with varied prices per dozen, basket, or pound, including notes on fresh corn and pumpkins.

Burkel Kenta Money Halls Alicante Graves California Utah Tiartiett Antalnawr Hoekel

Poultry and Eggs Live Turkeys and Hens Prices

Poultry and eggs catalog style lists live turkeys at 92 per 1d rent and hens at 41 to 1s cents. Includes references to meat, drapes, disks, spine and Canadian ste, with family mentions and date likely November 2 eye tf cen.

Gonzales Fair set to open Tuesday under big hopes

The Gonzales county fair returns for a ninth year with plans for a large exhibit lineup including agricultural, livestock, and industrial displays. Officials highlight a strong program, hospitality, and extensive fairground facilities as the event runs from Tuesday through Saturday with a focus on traditional TX trail heritage and pecan themes.

Harry Williams Texas Trails Gonzales County Angewas Th. Paniel Ronnant W. I. Gardies Memsehel Clyde J. Boothe TN. Peck Jr E.W. Steiner Diboic A. Remsehel Beery Don South Texas Satucdar

Poultry and produce prices in New York and Chicago markets

The clipping lists poultry, eggs, and dairy product prices in New York and Chicago, with items such as hens, broilers, spring turkeys, ducks, and various cuts. It notes prices per pound or per item, and includes references to dressed poultry and dairy products with fluctuating quotes.

Deaco

Six Girls Leave Memorial Home In Police Case

Fragmentary text indicates six girls left a memorial home for dependents in Toske area and drew police attention after an incident at the institution. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR.

Memorial Home Toske 3Femorial Ee North Jenn Reparipn Te Police Menning Eppident

Boy Friend Breaks Legs In Hurry To Leave

In Kansas City a man attempted to descend from a second floor window at Mrs. Loretta Werth’s apartment. He landed awkwardly, suffering fractures to both legs. Police say the incident involved a man only known as Mr Bekling and an associate named Sehuman.

Kansas City Hauer Evory Mra Loretta Werth Schuman Pittsburg Han. Tolira Hehuman Werth Yerthy Pallee Ake Mr Bekling

Federal fall docket called before Judge Mu West

The fall docket of the federal court was called Monday before Judge Mu West. About 100 cases were listed including charges of possession of liquor making property. Three defendants pleaded guilty Joseph E Mitchell charged with possession of liquor related property fined 200 or 0 days Hays v nrd Enis Sepulveda 19 pleaded guilty to possession of property designed for liquor manufacture fined 3 dollars. Other misdemeanor charges pending until Monday October 13. If defendants fail to appear bonds will be forfeited.

Mu. Val West United States le _rasea Joseph E. Mitchell Enis Sepulveda

London Metal Prices and Currency Notes Report

The London Metal Market shows spot copper at 64, spot tin at 144, and zinc at 214. Futures and rates are listed with gold near 425 and silver around 14. The piece notes a steady opening for the week, with Mexican money exchange activity and standard market quotes from London and New York.

London Metal London Electre Isle

Negro artists to exhibit paintings in Houston show

The Museum of Fine Arts in Houston will host an exhibit of Negro art from October 3 to 10. Sponsored by the Harmon Foundation and the Commission on Race Relations of the Federal Council of Churches, the display features 75 paintings and sculptures selected from 600 entries.

Houston Museum of Fine Arts Ogighee Harmon Foundation Commission On Race Relalises Federal Council of Churches Crom

Oil Notes and Field Developments Near Bloomfield

The report details drilling and production activity in the Bloomfield area led by Gray-Tex and Humble, noting a 400 barrel daily output at one site. It references a movable rig, drilling on the Serr Alley farm and expansion of property to all four Sanka sides, with Dome production at Barbere Hill and near the coast. Names include A Graves, Gray-Tex, Humble, Barber, and Navasto, with figures on leases, royalties, and monthly output losses compared to prior work.

Een Barber Charober: Ly Mara Barbere Hill

Sugar and coffee futures ease amid Cuba uncertainty

Momentum in early trade showed mixed demand as futures dipped slightly while spot values rose. Traders cited Kier ruling influence and political tensions in Cuba as key factors shaping activity, with light offerings and uneven price movement overall.

Kier Cuba Une Paleel Pric Menlinn

Cotton Prices Drift Amid Mixed Openings on Oct 4

Cotton prices opened lower in New Orleans as Thripool cables showed a downbeat. Early losses ranged 2 to 7 points, with limited trading activity and some firmness in New Orleans as buyers stepped in. Reports from Southern authorities suggested a lower crop outlook, easing prices briefly before a cautious rebound.

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