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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 19, 1936

Page

7

Texas House Debates Taxes Pension Reform Amid Hike Bills

Oct 19 report shows the Texas House passing a state bill to raise a production tax 13x on go rots and beer by 1 cent per barrel with a 42 to 4 vote, plus changes to cement taxes and a pension restriction debate. Senate action includes a 15 to 14 pension provision vote and a 1. per cent gross receipts tax on exchanges and stock brokers, with broader tax proposals and amendments discussed.

Austin House of Representatives Esnl Ltic Eharcesia Senate Gordon Auris Huntsville T. J. Holbrook Galveston Omnilus Ll Doe Janes Cameron Hollis Braver Franklin Bil Iouse Clarence Farmer Piri Worth Cake Stevensim Clare Ly Icey Burns Grady Wooduffs Gen G. O'Neal Legas

Slum Dane to Court Likely Over City Sanitation

The city health department warns four property owners to report abated conditions or face charges for maintaining a public nuisance. Officials say Tuesday will see corporate court actions with fines up to 75 dollars per day per case.

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Five Injured in Los Angeles Crash Reported in City Notice

Five treated at San Antonio hospital after a crash near West Commerce Street and 1609 block. Names include Asram Bailey 28 of 34 Fart PMOME Avenue and Beynabe Ameria 54 of 2819 Burna Viele Street. One vehicle overturned near Leminza. others sustained cuts and bruises. details describe a furniture store incident and ongoing repairs.

L. A San Antonio Hospital Moniastur King Fittes Stree Wat Weedoo Érb B. Green West Commerce Street Asram Bailey Grant Avenue South Alamo Street Reina Fitz.getrick-York Furniture Goliad Alamo

Old Spinning Wheel At Museum Sparks Curious Tale

Mrs. Hate Goleman of 845 East French Place works at a local museum spinning wool by an aged spinning wheel. She demonstrates carding and the stages of dressmaking while awaiting the next steps to skein, wash, and wind the fibers over about a dozen days, with costs undetermined.

Hate Goleman French Place Hay

Poultry and Produce Prices in City Market Listed

Reads like a fragmented grocery page with odd figures for poultry and produce. Mentions items, weights, and prices, plus references to departments and vendors, reflecting a busy market listing with varying rates and specials.

Grain Market Notes From Chicago Amid Mixed Wheat Signals

Grain market report shows mixed wheat signals with large export moves by Canada and Australia, rain risks, and weather affecting seeding in the Southwest. Chicago prices dipped below Saturday's close as rain threats loom and Australian yield estimates rise. Prices for corn and oats edge lower while livestock futures gain modestly. San Antonio grain prices and regional notices are included with commodity quotes and tonnage figures.

Chicago Ana Avetralia Kansas Aremting

Chisholm and Hillsboro Dedicate Old Chisholm Trail Marker

Local officials including state and county leaders attended yesterday’s dedication ceremony in Thompson of the old Chisholm Trail route. Lt Governor Walter Woody represented state authority, with Pierre Graham cited as a frontrunner in the event marking the historic highway’s recognition.

Chisholm Hillsboro Walter Woody Fiat Graham

Dollar Markets Jordon Soapbox Market Notes

Fragmented text discusses currency markets, references the dollar versus sterling, and mentions New York rates such as 4.65 percent. Mentions sales, receipts, and a Broadway address advertising half-rate offers and glassed items. Contains numerous garbled words and unclear formatting.

Guard Convict Against Lynch In Killings

Elko Nevada report on Luther Jones, 32, an ex convict, tied to four killings. Local authorities prepare against mob violence as coroner probes deaths. Sheriff Harper says Jones confessed planning and executing ranchers with a cabin confrontation. Two ranchers from Carson Valley involved in cattle raid situation.

Elko Nev Douglas Gasile Lnter Indy Luther Jones Convirl Sherit CA Harper Elk Penistentiary Carson City Guidict Jones Joe Slooca Ted Hon Frank Otto Testwan Walter Godeke Carson Val- Joy Manuel Ariscade Joes Il Life Agente Dn Levan Neil Onden Utah Taskah Sherr Junta

Cotton Market Opens With Heavier Selling In New Orleans

New Orleans opening bids show cotton drifting lower amid heavy selling and weekend order flow. December and January futures opened near earlier levels before trading eased as selling pressure continued. prospects of near term gains dimmed by favorable weather reports and mixed demand signals.

Stock Market Now Up Amid Mixed Trade On Rumor and Noise

Stocks drifted with uneven gains and declines as traders priced in mixed signals from corporate results and global currencies. Major indices fluctuated while commodities and energy shares steadied, with several blue chips showing activity as investors weighed prospects for near term earnings and inflation trends.

Livestock Market Report from Several Regions

San Antonio and St Louis market reports show mixed cattle supplies and steady to higher bids for fat calves and vealers. Hog receipts at Chicago mark a softer tone with lighter weights and top scores around $10.20, while cattle price ranges vary by weight class and region. stockers and feeders show modest gains in places, and overall market activity remains cautious.

Federalstate Market News Service San Antono Ieee TAO ST. Equis Livestock ST. Louis Det Avusda Healy Orlord Geid Hesh Staighisr Chicagh Livestock Chicago USDAS Valvea Stenea Yeerlings Ebott Suo Sicekers Zac Higter Bergsignal Sales Ecriots

Wool Market Boston Slips on Market Day

Boston wool prices were steady but sales lagged as traders awaited fresh reports. Cable from private firms in Boston indicated Australian markets remained firm but not highly active, keeping price levels cautious.

Boston Feston Markely

Smart Frock Bloomer Dress Pattern 9074 Ad

Pattern 9074 offers a smart frock with jabot-like pleats, puff sleeves, and surplice collar. Describes fabrics, sizes 2 through 10, and includes a Maria Martin sew chart. Orders via coins or stamps to The San Angelo Tent Pattern Department.

Maria Martin

London and New York Money and Metals Report 1944

A chaotic, OCR filled briefing from London and New York markets dated October 1944 covers currency rates, government and commercial debt instruments, and metal prices. It notes sterling and dollar exchange rates, gilt and promissory rates, and spot and future prices for tin and other items, with scattered figures and inconsistent formatting throughout.

Beattie’s blanket pattern for home sewing

Effective motif blanket pattern guides readers in assembling a Beattie style quilt. It includes a simple cutting chart, block diagrams for single and double patches, and a pacing guide for patch placement with contrasting materials. Send ten cents or stamps to The San Antonio Tight Needlecraft Department with name and address.

Beattie San Antonio

Market prices tumble and fruits and vegetables listed

Prices for asparagus, beans, apples, avocados, bananas, beets, cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, grapes, lemons, lettuce, onions, potatoes, and other produce drop or hold near weekly lows. The roundup notes crate and bushel rates, with specific fruit and vegetable items cited by name, including Texas greens, Colorado celery, and California lettuce, alongside general market shifts and item-by-item pricing.

Monany Prises Censon Aveles Jonathan Colorado California

Song contest award waits in New York ceremony

Jury members for the London pigz n song contest conducted by Hearst papers announce decisions delayed. Led by Dr Sig- She Ete fies with Robert Bruce Mise Pognine Perkins and Arthur Greiin, the panel faces a heavy workload as entries total about 15 teams. The top prize is 106, second 300, plus 25 national prizes of 20 each. Bruce notes the contest may extend beyond expectations.

New York London Hearst Sig- She Ete Dr. Spreth Wim Syrieg Sun

Car Hauler Robbed By Two Hitchhiking Women

Jack Tie, operator of a used car lot in Broadway Wis, reports being robbed by two hitchhiking women after picking them up at Kelly Field Isle Sun day. He says the younger woman threatened him with a pistol, took 42.50, and the pair fled after abandoning the car 12 miles from town. The older woman kept 2 dollars.

Jack Tie Tory Wace Ld Broadway Wis Kelly Field Isle Taig Sey Field Tim Zarcamora Frie Sonny Leigh Els Sili

Death ends union of Texan oldest couple after 68 years

Aylmenin Navila aged 93, long married for 68 years and a Hexar County resident, died at 7:35 am Monday following injuries from a car accident near home at 240% South Lereda Street. Survived by his widow Dayila, 116, and four children.

Belorven Aylmenin Navila Hexar County South Lereda Street Dayila

Tuberculosis Tops Septembers San Antonio Death Causes

The health department report shows tuberculosis caused most deaths in San Antonio in September with 22 TB deaths for the month and total annual deaths reaching 269. The report notes a 34 percent rise in deaths this year and a dip in births, with 443 births in September and 220 deaths recorded?

San Antonio Ety Health Department Heath Healt Department Snd Mavnth

Funeral Rites for Mrs Menger Set

Funeral services for Mrs. Charlotte Menger of San Antonio were held at her home followed by a requiem Mass at St Peter Prince of the Apostles Church. Survived by husband Rudolph W. Menger a secretary. daughter Charlotte Menger. sons Bleve Jot and Robert Menger. sister Mrs Joseph P Girlinger. pallbearers Ted Ed Auguel Menger Joe Giltinger and Guinn Cintas. Burial arrangements announced by family.

Lotte Marthe Menger Amtonia Moldepmere St. Peter, Prince of the Anasties Church Peder Baque Hood A Gattee Company Misa Chartotte- Menger Bleve Jot Robert Menger Paresté Jelly Malone Joseph P. Girlinger San Ane Tonio Ted Auguel Menger Joe Giltinger Mtatk Tampa Guinn Cintas

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