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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 08, 1936

Page

9

Campaign Trail Intensifies Ahead of Election Day

Roosevelt and Landon campaign across the Midwest and East in a nine day swing, with major addresses planned in Chicago, New York, and Philadelphia. Townsend plans top line in California. labor and tariff debates surge as critics attack the New Deal while figures like Hull and Reed urge caution against government dependence.

Roosevelt Landon Heelers Inneerdog Gourrop Moon Mid-West New York Abigdst Omaha Chicago Townsent Tashnisht California Francis B. Townsend Plannes Landen Willa Lemke Lemke Wunder Hull Frank Kay Europe T Thomas Kennedy Geutenent Govermor Pennsylvania London Favernoy Karger Wille James A Reed Macopri Supreme Court Bent Block Rooteve Alfred F. Smith Philadelphia Janes Memocist Texas Waterlon Tows

Destitute Farmers Count Hit By Drought Recovery Efforts

The drought's impact leaves more than 145000 destitute farmers across the great plains and Central West drought area. Farmers pursue rehabilitation and conservation projects in Isialés, with state charts detailing those employed in works progress administration programs as of September 2.

Phesa Isialés Great Plains Central West Om Orks Iregress Suiministracin

Cotton Crop Forecast Set by Agriculture Departments

The Agriculture departments reported a United States cotton crop forecast for 1937 at about 11.7 million bales of 500 pounds, with October 1 condition at 81.5 percent of normal. Indicated yield per acre stood around 186.9 pounds, with state by state figures showing varied conditions from 52 to 91 percent and several states projecting multi hundred thousand bale outputs.

Washington Departments of Agriculture Sears Mester Auburn Burrand Cass Virginia Coalition Norva Carolina Missouri Louisiana Texas Oklahoma Arkansas New Mexico Arizona California Old Mexico United States Neievna

Dollar market updates and distant currency shifts report

In London early trading the dollar showed weakness as sterling strengthened while the franc and other currencies moved. The dollar closed at 4654s to the wood, with the franc at 101A0 francs, after PARIS reporting mixed performance in foreign exchange. In New York, parlor traders noted risk in the market amid heightened conditions, as Parker reported the death of DIES ISTANSUL.

London Ger McNars

Bank Faring Up: New Group Sheds Gains and Losses

A scrambled report notes market shifts with references to banks, shares, and a disputed total around 6.3 million. Mentions Gopher 4, UN and Lindstrest, and a 262 percent figure tied to wartime economy context amid week-long activity.

Gopher Lindstrest

San Antonio Livestock Market Report Summary

Livestock prices and receipts in San Antonio and Midwest markets show cattle and calves steady to mixed, with steers and heifers trading around 3.00 to 5.73 per hundredweight for various grades. Hog and sheep markets remain active but vary by weight class, with early steady to higher bids and lighter weights fetching premiums, while heavier cattle show softer tendencies.

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Reaction to Stimulus Reaction to Stimulus

Yale lectures by Sir Joseph Burcrofts at Cambridge on fetal behavior. Experiments with lamb fetuses show embryos respond to stimuli with breathing and movement, indicating early nervous system organization. Observations include responses to touch, gravity, and counting locomotor and respiratory activities before birth.

New Haven Con Col Sir Joseph Burcroft Cambridge University England DB. H. Terry Yale University Sir Joseph Cambridge

Federal Architects Given 5 A Plans San Antonio Centennial Projects

Federal architects in Anson reviewed two San Antonio Centennial construction plans after a Washington telegraph clarified submission points. J Altsest U.S. Centennial commissioner contacted architects. Main Harris in Austin and Altgelt expected the proposals to reach the Washington fine art commission in June. The projects include the Texas Rangers Pioneer and Trail Dinners memorial and sunken garden improvements.

San Antonio Anson Washington J. Altsest U.S Tete Af Wil- Main Harris Astin Thuyslay Altgelt Fine Art Commission Texas’ Rangers Pioneers

Pecan Shelling Ordinance Altered by City Commissioners

City commissioners on Thursday approved an amendment to the pecan shelling ordinance. The measure adds sanitary rules for the industry and prohibits shelling, parking, or storing of pecans in private residences.

Cie Law City Health Finm

City orders 43 houses razed over unsafe properties

Health department administrator labels numerous premises unfit due to dilapidation and hazards. City notices threaten demolition of 43 residential structures amid enforcement action and safety concerns.

Arent Properties VT Bishout Pie

British Artillery Foreshadows Desert Skirmish News

Fragmentary report describes British artillery firing on Arab forces near Haifa amid clashes with rebels and armored units. Text mentions jets, armored troops, and combat near the slopes with machine guns in action. Districts and officials are referenced as the scene unfolds.

Qol Baines Jetay G5 Camo Ratte Aud Lile Haifa Hut Délalis Iseking

Market Report Highlights Crops and Livestock Prices

The Thursday market shows mixed quotes across fruits vegetables and grains with Jonathan apples at $2.00 and $2.25 per box for other varieties, California produce at $4.75 per crate, and several items like beets and cucumbers listed. Livestock and poultry prices are steady to lower with hogs, calves, and lambs trading around established ranges, while dairy and egg markets reflect typical fluctuations for fall trading.

Kansas City Oct Beter Erecez Apare Roaring Sales Rayee Eratelnwers Jonathan Applea California Felture Texas Aquash Zac Sanneh Buael Jonathan Colorado Florida Letty Oniers Texas

City Ordered to Pay Astoria Land Condemnation Award

The Texas Supreme Court upheld a 1990 condemnation award for Astoria in the Gam n 120n street widening case, ordering the city to pay $11,916 plus accrued interest after long disputes since 1990. City Attorney Crhbs noted the mandamus was granted and affirmed on appeal, with earlier deposits and awards detailed.

Texas Supreme Room P. A. Astoria Thomas Crhbs Supreme Court District Court Astoria Huyberk W. Greer Lattorey Condimitation Commission Seventy-Third District Reourt Green

Cotton Market Tensions Stir Edges of Government Report

New Orleans notes show traders awaiting government estimates on cotton yields. Prices dipped amid early trading while Liverpool and Chicago quotes remained volatile as buyers positioned before the report. Analysts expected around 11,500,000 bales, with market reactions lingering into the day as October contracts fluctuated and the market closed near prior levels.

New Orleans Etop Apis Jamar Alis Wurde Miesie Livernoul Pervidus Ilsae Wales

Grain Market Hints on Wheat Demand and Trade Contingencies

The Chicago grain market showed cautious tone amid talk of world wheat adjustments and possible effects on U S exports. European buyers were reported for old and new Arkana wheat while Liverpool prices hovered near seasonal highs. San Antonio prices for various wheat and corn grades were listed, with shipments and futures activity noted alongside Liverpool and Australian market movements.

Chicago United States Wintines Nespares Tno Liverpool

Suspect linked to 1945 disappearances sought in Dallas probe

Federal officials kept tight lidded on a 29 year old Iowa ex convict fugitive wanted over the May 1945 disappearance of four Alais tourists from Albuquerque NM. Reports mention witnesses seeing a man who may have driven a Lorine car in Dallas.

Lorius Dallas Iti Iowa Iss Albuquerque N. MI George Loring Albuquerrime Winn Wao Treveler Fl Paso

Fire Causes Minor Damage To Home At 110 Haved Place

A residential fire of undetermined origin caused slight damage to the home of Mrs Frances Nelson at 110 Haved Place. Firemen reported the blaze and noted Mrs BR Galle, residing nearby, drove an auto from a blazing garage as crews fought the fire.

Frances Nelson Havedjie Place Thiesany BR. Galle Harsy

Stock Market Churn Across New York As Gains Persist

The New York market rose for the fourth straight day to new peaks with profit taking easing only slightly. Leaders included Chesapeake and Alleghany with notable activity in utilities and industrials. railroad dividends were announced. Banking calm, hopes for UK US trade talks and reduced market volatility were noted alongside cautious optimism about economic indicators and foreign exchange conditions.

New York Econcaiks Commonwealth Southern United Bovstion Igher Crow Forecast, But Came Hak Chesapeake and Onla Chesapeake Corporation Alleshange Corporation Tour Mors Poinka Alleghany Chenarake Ohio Yellow Truck Montgomery Ward Woolworth International Payer Power Pri Fereed Ken Great Britain America

Mrs Griswold Heads Union of Women Democrats and Republicans

Mrs. Griswold announced appointment as state director of the Independent Order of American Women Democrats and Republicans. Headquarters at Majestic Building opened. Committees and members named including Bertha Hilton and several others.

Mrs. Griswold Union of Women Dy G. Griswolk Te2 Majestic Griswold Bertha Hilton Lethe ‘Rhengean O. B. Rumble Ett. Brown Joaniel Leary Ed Geiss George W. Jones TC. Blank Lilian McFarland Mes- Maines Winter Mattia C. Hof Ethel

Labor Heads Meet to Ponder Rebels

Washington A president Willa Greer hopes the American Federation of Isbor can become a united family as the quarterly executive session weighs a rift and a council report on a row that led to suspensions. The Industrial Committee plans to present before the federation’s annual convention in November in Tempa Florida.

Washington Oct Willa Greer American Federation of Isbor Sinc Council Lewis Oreantea- Gon

Missing Jewelry Salesman Sought in Detroit

Detroit police ask for help locating 43 year old jewelry salesman Joseph Taifet who disappeared after leaving his home. Authorities request any information from the public to aid in the search and investigation.

Detroit Joseph Taifet Taifet

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