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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 06, 1936

Page

10

Aurora Hotel Goes On Block In Texas Court Sale

The Aurora apartments hotel was listed for public auction at 2 p.m. on the steps of the Bexar County courthouse. Judge Frederick Gleaves presided as the case involved the Slower tax assessment challenge by J. Sheldon as receiver for the St Louis Arden Trust Company. The 50,000 dollar assessment was suspended and a $140 valuation figure was considered, with objections about the Slower assessment method. Wilbur Methess represented the local unit of the firm in San Antonio. The hearing also touched on proposed debt arrangements and a request for a court order related to the Trust company’s obligations.

Aurora Apartments Bexar County Tweedy Grier Prederick Glevens Ous- Wich Deerett Jobinson Johnson J. S. Sheldon St. Louis Arden ‘Trust Company Wilbur Metthess San Antonio Jubasan Highx Peid J. Ben Sr Bruce Waitz Coco Tany R. J. Menfillan Gett & Petting McBmillan

Income vs living costs show swings since 1920s

Washington reports consumer cost trends with income staying near the five year average while food prices rise. Nonfarm workers’ real earnings lag or outpace costs at times, with data from 1923 to 1956 showing food costs rising faster than other items though overall living costs remained variable.

Jones Mindy St Martel

Tragic Train Attack Leaves Victim Beaten Near Texas Line

A man was found near a Texas border area with signs of severe assault. Investigators reported bodily harm and torn clothing scattered along a path after an alleged train-related attack. The event's details and potential suspects remain under review.

Kresge Trade and Chain Store Overview in 1930s

The Kresge Company ran about 897 stores in the United States and 48 in Canada. Sales last year reached 137.9 million with merchandise priced five cents to one dollar. Profit per store averaged 13,711 in 1935, down from 87, or 30,914 in 1938, while overall margins fell from 10.62 percent in 1928 to 4.7 percent by 1935.

Sigs Lmwa Canewit Aly Woolyortit Company Kresge United States Canad Pad

Trades Hold Intent In San Angelo Livestock Market

Historic cattle and wool trade notes from San Angelo describe a busy week in 1886 with calves marked up and lambs priced around 10 to 11 cents above futures. Wool markets see large lots sold, with 12 month wool nearing 12.5 cents, amid floods and late shearing. Feeder auctions in Midland, Andrews, Ector, and surrounding counties plan sales starting October 7, as cattle movements toward Sonora and Marfa continue under contract prices and rising demand.

San Angelo Aleady Vicarig Sonora Woo and Mohair Company Lew Rust del Rio Wool and Mohair Company Rel Tio Mex Robin Murphey Campbell la Angelo Oana Southern Pacific Midland Androzs Ector Slanton Giltes Crate

Poultry and Produce Rates and Market Notes

Fragmented OCR listing mixed poultry and produce price notes with multiple figures and items. It mentions pounds, counts, and various place names in a garbled sequence, implying a local market update or price sheet without coherent narrative. No clear event or individual stands out due to garbled text.

Grain Market Report From Chicago And San Antonio

Grain trading shows strength with Canadian wheat exports estimated over 1.5 million bushels. U S mills remain net buyers of wheat in Canada while Liverpool and Argentine markets face weather and supply constraints. San Antonio prices list corn and grain values for Tuesday with miscellaneous prairie forage and cattle feed rates noted.

Chicago Sir Rave Canada United States Liverpool Buenos Aires Atimulus Esey

Cotton Market Reacts to Shaky Weather and Higher Rates

New York market reporters note limited trading as cotton prices held steady near 11.956 with firm demand for prompt shipments. Prices for futures in nearby months show modest gains while weather shifts prompt collection and distribution observations. Industry observers cite lingering effects from weather and financing on weekly sessions in New York and Hull lines.

Livestock Market Report from Fort Worth and Midwest

The cattle and hog markets opened mixed with slow demand and uneven prices. Receipts totaled about 890 cattle and 700 hogs in Fort Worth, with yearlings and cutters trading around 8 to 9 dollars, while hogs topped near 9.73 and steers showed wide variation, reflecting limited buyer interest and regional trading at Chicago Kansas City and St Louis markets.

SAN Asiania Lavesteen Serstee San Antonio Silven Ford Worth Leyzstokk Fort Worth Ap-Ubda Kansas Lois Livestock Mast ST. Louis Til Osi, G Sirone Kansas City Realela Hgier Naturadty Vearling Shekers

International women college alumnae session planned

IWC sends a group to an alumnae session following the GiehkRe Convention of the International Federation of Cathoe Ue Alwrnge in Dallas. The party includes Trene Brow, O'Comnor, Stella Hie fins, Esmher Ruth Cummings, Mary Ivers, Gertrude Gibbs and Annte Higalis with faculty attendees Mother M Kevin Mathee AM Magdeline Sister Mr Helena Sister Mi Victory and sister M Edward. Agnon works on Champagne Walkz and Maid wt Salon. Machyarray is selected for Paramount projects including Now and Might.

IWC Tnearnaty Word College Mr Helena Victory M. Edward Agnon Af Herpistics Machyarray Murphy Paramount

Weathering a Year of Odd Climate and Economic Shifts

The piece surveys 1946 weather extremes across the United States from heavy snows in Denver to drought and fires in Oregon and Washington, then pivots to economic tensions like currency devaluation and a proposed social security framework. It critiques the gold standard debate and criticizes early New Deal policy shifts under the new administration, arguing for cost and value clarity in monetary policy and wage laws.

Bruce Copy Denver Colo Wyoming England France United States Gustin Watt Atundara Wiether Port Office

Stock Market Advances Amid Mixed Trading Amid Tilt From Oil Stocks

In New York trading the stock market rose slightly near mid session with gains in oils and steels while many issues faded and key names such as Wes J. Case and Deere gained about two points. Investors weighed domestic economic trends and the long term market picture as volume fluctuated and several major blue chips showed limited movement.

New York Lescersia Corsine Brrth Backyit Walter Wes J. J. Case Deere U. S. Stee Bethie- Jerg Redan Bolling Mill Ghryslar Montwomeny Wart Sears Roebuck National Harvester Caterpillar Trac Internations Rand Pever A' Ari Preferred Data of New Jersey Callt Serhond Oi Ameraia Houston Oil Furs Ohl American ‘Smelting Phelps Odea Amarivan Can General Biectec Packart General Motor Douglay Schenley National Distillers Ani Pelephone Western Watun

Money and Metals Market Waxes and Wanes Amid Volatile Trading

A London financial roundup shows copper, gilt, and tin prices fluctuating, with spot rates quoted and future values noted. Foreign exchange in New York lists numerous currency values, including pounds, francs, marks, and lire, as traders weigh bullion and commercial paper returns amid shifting market sentiment.

Dollar Markets Report From London and Paris

Market news from London shows the dollar steady with slight gains against key currencies as traders digest late quotes in New York. Paris notes a firm rate move with the franc quoted around 2103 to the dollar and a cautious tone prevailing amid mixed European data.

London Paris Mollay Morera Hamer Hiras New York I

Methodist Young People Elect New City Group Officers

Miss Kathleen Jones was installed as president and James Warker 44 as vice president of the City Green of Methodist Young People on Tuesday. Other officers installed included Miss Winnifred Henderson as corresponding secretary, Miss Gwendolyn Masterton recording secretary, Walter Carmichael treasurer, Miss Vera Watts publicity superintendent, Ray N. Johnson counselor, George Lytle acting chaplain. Major Lancaster 5 district director led the installation services for the union, including San Antonio Seguin Hew Braantels Brockdare and Flarenglife.

Kathleen Jones James Warker Methodist Winnifred Hnderson Gwendolyn, Masterton Walter Carmichael Treasurres Vera Watts Angles Ray N. Johnson George Lytle Union San Antonio Seguin Hew Braantels Brockdare Flarenglife

Red Cross Leaders to Hold Texar County Meeting

A meeting of the Texar County Red Cross directors will be held Wednesday at the Mixar County courthouse. The session is described as a brand of directors gathering for the American Red Cross in the region.

Red Cross American Red Cross Mixar County

Conclave Held by Lutherans in San Antonio

Forty pastors from the Texas synod of the United Lutheran Church of America gathered in San Antonio for the convention opening Tuesday afternoon. President B. W. Kin of Austin presided. The Rev. games 1 Vorkaner of San Antonio will lead the first services at St. Luke’s at 8 pm. The Rev. Paul Rochter of Yoakum, president of the conference, will preach the same. German language services, German-language speakers, and out of state visitors from Midland and Lilie Rock will participate in later sessions.

Texas Synod of the United Lutheran Church of America San Antonio Uwhursany B. W Kin Austin Snlke Y Luth Franchiueh Games 1 Vorkaner San Aitonin St. Lune’s Panl Rochter Yoakum Pesdelt W. C. Wollsdorft Stiner Carl J. Detthlofe Twolf Texas Rowin J. Hych Sal K.P. Martay Wester Theatosteat Seminary Fremont Neb George A. Mirsche Lilie Rock

Man Vanishes Through Window While Escaping Jail

Richard Gonzales nearly escapes custody after leaping through a jail window. During a Tuesday incident in a county area he and seven others faced vagrancy charges in Justice Corrigan's court. Officers pursued him to a Burkberry alley window, but he fled, then attempted another jump and was restrained. He eyed barred jail windows as officers left.

Richard Gonzales Richard Gonzales Justice of the Peare Bat Corripan Nazco Corr- Gan Alire Tuesisy Hale Talent Tome Gonzales Burkberry Alley Agalthe Gonzales & Tittle Taler

Sweet Music Derby Dread at Walkathon Show

Worried by two weeks of dancing, twelve couples fear the Derby Show’s treadmill style of slow music. Entrants fear fatigue, fainting, or a daze as judges weigh a lawsuit while two soloists, Miss Allie Parner and Russell Jory, perform amid ongoing attendance and announcements. Marshwall Stanwyck stars in Beheld the Bridegroom production notes.

Etrants Ciukrich Bourdy Allie Parner Russell Jory SG. Taylor Porly-Uth Couts

Woman 80 Dies From Strangulation in Corpus Christi

Theody of Mrs B Abiey 80 who died by strangulation while near a Corpus Christi beach Monday is to be buried in San Antonio Tuesday. Funeral services not completed. Survivors include daughter Mrs Raster Jennings three sisters and a brother. Abney resided at 314 Donaldson Avenue Fort Worth.

B. Abiey Corus Caristi Bay San Antonio Abivey Corpus Christ Sue Abney Ruth Shore Morty Raster Jennings

Market Prices for Fresh Produce Amidst Farm Trade Notes

The Helena Gardenasslline shipment arrives as wholesale prices slip for roasting tars, beans, and beets. Major items like apples, lemons, onions, potatoes, and greens show varied gains and declines with multiple California and Colorado origins listed, reflecting a fluctuating weekly market.

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