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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1933
Page
3
San Antonio Real Estate board directors officially adopt a commission change. The new rate raises the first month’s rent commission to 33 1 3 percent, aligning with national norms. Members and firms are notified and pledge compliance. The Light offers cooperation for promotion advertising to boost business.
I F Daley, veteran Sears executive, will join San Antonio area operations as general superintendent, bringing department store experience from Boston Chicago Minneapolis and State Street Sears. O W Miller says patrons will benefit from new customer service methods, with Daley relocating at Miller's request to integrate familiar merchandising approaches. Daley notes pride in San Antonio and aims to help Hemlich store become a standout Sears unit.
Washington October work programs begin this week in 35 army posts nationwide financed by a 54.7 million dollar Public Works Fund appropriation. Projects will repair and repaint facilities and create thousands of jobs with an overall 84.1 million dollars allotted, providing improved quarters and long overdue improvements for officers and men.
Wheeler-Gill Co reports unlimited funds for loans on desirable residential and business property in San Antonio. Richard Gil, president, says minimum loan figure is 7800 with no upper limit. Loans will cover up to 59 percent of market value. Two large eastern firms have shown willingness to consider very large loss.
Steamship line increases service from Galveston with Mohawk and Henry R Malloy sailing in October. Passengers on Clyde Mallory Hines vessels Galveston to New York include Charleston and other ports with Miami call omitted. Lime time moved to 3 pm. Freight service remains semi weekly from New York and Galveston. Nichols notes freight and passenger business rising versus last year.
The article stresses that quality materials and correct brush maintenance determine results. It warns that worn or low grade brushes lead to poor finishes and customer dissatisfaction, emphasizing general know how for painters to ensure steady workmanship.
Ralph H. Richards of the Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh urged building and loan associations to maintain advertising to counter blue sky law scrutiny. He warned that halting ads could imply concealment and stressed that thrift institutions should openly share the facts about their services and safety.
A historical look at the origins of portrait photography tracing early experiments in the United States and Europe. Noting Dr Draper of New York as a pioneer in 1840s portraiture, the piece outlines early camera construction from simple materials, initial subjects, and key milestones in daguerreotype and related processes.
Readers submit before and after photos of home renovations for local and national contests run by The Tight and Guo Viewsekeeping magazine. National medals and premiums, including gold, will be awarded by a national jury for the national competition ending June 30, 1934. A list of appliance and furniture prices is provided, with sponsors including General Electric, Wright Bros., Magic Chef, Alamo Lumber, and United System Tumble Central, at 403 East Josephine Street.
The text notes the first portrait taken by Per and recounts decades of progress in photography. It highlights that the ninety fourth anniversary is being celebrated by the photography studio Desire Brothers company with displays of old photographs and special prices on the newest portrait types.
The Dallas Furniture Studio at MiCuiluueh avenue is described as owned and operated by WR and named Dallas as a decorative shop. Mr. and Mrs. Dallas are listed as expert decorators ready to assist with selection and arrangement of furniture, rugs, and accessories for interior styling.
Fall swarming of subterranean termites reported in San Antonio by BR Harris of the Harris System Termite Co. urges annual inspections of all structures. Harris notes termites can be hidden before damage is visible and stresses thorough, non spraying eradication plans.
In a period feature, homeowners Johnson and others enter a Good Housekeeping backed renovation contest. Participants submit before and after photos of redesigned homes, with regional and national judging for gold medals and prizes from major brands. Local winners advance to state and national rounds, with deadlines and entry requirements outlined.
The committee reported the first annual convention of the league and provided recommendations. It prioritized general guidance on building and related facilities while noting that commendations did not target any specific individuals.
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