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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1933
Page
7
President Roosevelt outlined monetary actions to stabilize gold value and boost recovery programs. He emphasized faster public works spending and a billion dollar bank deposit guarantee, aiming to sustain the nation’s Farm and MA A recovery drive while seeking firm currency control amid international turbulence.
The president defended national price stability while noting farm families are generally better off than last year. He estimated 40 percent of job seekers found work since March and acknowledged some critics and chiseling. Prof Raymond Morey attended as a guest among others listening to the address.
Austin Oct 23 Ex Governor James E Pergnson adviser to Governor Ferguson indicated the bill to borrow federal funds for hospital construction may endanger the work program in Texas. The bill, Senate Bill 78, faces opposition as a risk to public works.
Carl G. Hardin of Stephenville served ten years in the Texas House and is noted as a former member still being discussed by constituents and lobbyists. The record mentions his transition to the Tower endiary service and succession by Roy Sanderford, with references to sessions from the thirty-eighth to the forty-second legislatures.
In New York City the mayoral race grew hotter as three candidates pressed their bids. Provisional nominee La Guardia drew support from Rt Rev William T Manning bishop of New York while Joseph V Meeker criticized the city’s educational system as a scandal and a distraction amid the political fray.
The long running walkathon faced a clash with city authorities as promotor Rass and Legion officials wrestled over permits and health concerns. Police raided headquarters halting the event and arrests were made for violating public exhibition rules. Contingents were later allowed to continue walking under supervision amid bond postings.
A lengthy list of winners across breeds from terriers to collies highlights the event. Winners include Yount Black Oliver, Tullos Jeck O'Heady, Chrishaven Major Dooley, Ki Keaton, and Beowulf von Rhineland among many. Local judge Mrs Carl S. Grayheal chose Nas the Tecklingese from M S Brooks' kennels after a day of judging.
Geneva Oct 23 In League circles Roosevelts remarks were seen as a move toward stabilized currency with possible Fannie Reconstruction Finance support if the dollar weakens Experts noted the shift toward Britain gold policy and cautioned about bear raids The other items report a forester Major A J Staud died in Washington and a court order limits police action at a walkathon hall with injunctions and appeals in the city notices
The first Gan Antahle fall pistol championship at the Ex ecuition pistol range drew 64 shooters, a larger turnout than the state meet. The event ran from 4:30 PM to dusk with medals, merchandise prizes, and a barbecue and beer luncheon led by Mike Live. Teams from Liberty club, Cavalry club of the Southwest, and San Antonio police set strong showings, with Hegeman setting a local range record in the police match and Nissen topping several events.
The first annual Texas cup matches at Brook Hollow Golf Club saw professionals win 12 to 3 over amateurs. Notable results include Byron Nelson and teammates narrowly prevailing in several doubles and singles matches, with pros capturing eight of sixteen singles and four of five doubles.
Local committees were named to arrange the Texas State Teachers convention in Austin on November 30 and December 1 and 2. The announcements were made by Texas Superintendent A. N. McCallum, University of Texas President H. Benedict, and Austin Teachers' Association President Bee Grissom.
The report notes that matches involving Pietel shooters resonated with officials who decided to make the gathering an annual affair. It cites sponsors and suppliers such as Aluma Dressed Beer, Apache Packing, Union Meat, Mission Provision, Barcelone Macafacturing, Catalani Brothers, Pruitt Commission, and Pearl beer by San Antonio Brewing Association.
The plan calls for a survey in the lower Rio Grande valley to address drainage issues. It aims to secure a $3,000,000 drainage system from the Federal Reclamation Service by using a portion of a $20,000 fund approved by the legislature. A large drainage ditch along the irrigation districts north line is sought to drain 75,000 acres, with engineers detailing the proposed route and feasibility.
An advertisement touts Nerite as fast relief for rheumatic pains including neuritis neuralgia lumbago and sciatica. The copy claims quick effect with no narcotic opiates and offers a money back guarantee if pain persists. It urges readers to buy Mario or Nurito from druggists and stores.
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