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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 05, 1929

Page

21

Weather News Brings Drop In Cotton Prices

New Orleans reports a soft start as unfavorable cables and weak Texas and Oklahoma conditions push cotton prices down. Early trades show declines of 12 to 16 points with further losses into October, while liquidation by speculative buyers adds to the slide. New York, September 51 notes a barely steady opening with declines of 38 points, later firming modestly as trades continue. Prices for December and March drift, aided by southwest weather expectations, with overall market sentiment remaining cautious amid private weather forecasts and speculative pressure.

New Orleans SPR Texas Oklahome Devender Jansery Gesterdi Speculelite de Lons New York New Tors Bob Wosrea Rae Ge Iese Eelline Abe Liverpool Celiine Iere Tereo Taine Dean Greral York Todey Getober Zee Ught Ths Offeriney Hoey Valuta Gomaad Misar Hla Cuba

London Metals and Markets Report From London and New York

London commodity prices show mixed activity with copper and lead quoted higher while silver and sugar edge through a volatile day in New York. Market notes indicate subdued demand, shifting futures, and hedging activity as spot trends reflect renewed interest in October contracts and refiners’ cautious stance amid uncertain global demand.

Fliers abandon vaudeville after week of acting

Tos, Sept. 5 t l Havng performed ib samilesiile for one eek Forest Brine and Dale Jackson, crew of the St. Lovin Hobin and noldere of the world captained refueling filed record will slick with aviation Trey received $5000 each for the worth on the stage of a horse theater The public uas interested but their appearance did not attract sufficient national revenue to warrant their resigned for a 1Q-week contrart appearances in other riits.

T_ TOUIS t*l—Havng Samilesiile Forest Brine Dale Jackson St. Lovin Hobin Nold- Ere Will Slick Trey Lorse Uas

Los Angeles Jury Probes Extortion

A Los Angeles grand jury presses an extortion inquiry into police officers amid anticipated indictments. The panel continues hearings tied to alleged protection rackets in liquor sales, with testimonies from J. B. Westman and associates Harey D. McDonald and Teager.

Los Angeles J. B. Westman Alies Harey D. McDonald Bowl- Teager

Names Method for Shaming Violators in Tampico

Photographs of gamblers and intoxicated parents will be published in local newspapers if the city council approves a plan. The idea would subject the offender to public disgrace as a deterrent.

Tampico, Mezics. Raye .P Uruniil Cilla Gerilie Frn

Mrs McCormick Sets Candidacy in Warhington Race

Mrs McCormick seeks the Republican nomination for the United States Senate. Ted Thane McCormick indicated support within ten weeks for her candidacy next April. The move follows a statement concurring with party leaders and aligns with local political shifts reported in Warhington.

M'Cormick Warhington Ted Thane McCormick United States

S. P. Wins Plaque Honors Safe Rail Service

A bronze plaque declaring Southern Pacific the safest carrier in the United States has been displayed at the San Antonio railroad offices before being sent to other line cities.

Southern Pacific Lines United States San Antonio

Livestock Market Reports Show Light Run in San Antonio

San Antonio livestock market reports indicate a light run with strong demand for quality calves and steady to firm prices overall. Buyers report ample supply across cattle, hogs, and sheep, while receipts show no carload arrivals Thursday and varied weights influencing bid ranges.

San

Reward Made Railroad for Safest Carrier During 1928

San Antonio reports the Southern Pacific Texas and Louisiana lines received a Bronze plaque for the lowest casualty rate in 1928. The award, presented at a New York dinner, was witnessed by National Safety Council officers and sent from San Antonio to other Texas and New Orleans offices.

San Antonianotho Southern Parlic Railroad United States Southern Pacific Texas and Louisiana Lines San Antonio Dienlay W. D. Tarbeville New Orleans New York City National Safety Council

Chicago Bandits Cart Away Hogs Bound for Market

Chicago report notes a cattle wagon bound for market seized by highwaymen on a rural road. A load of hogs valued around 2000 dollars was commandeered while a truck driver was restrained. The bandits fled as police investigated the incident.

Chicago Bandits Chicago Troney

City of Baltimore Refuels at Wichita WardiTs

Kane Kent reports City of Baltimore refueled at Wichita for a routine operation. The crew prepared the plane for resuming flight toward a designated area while awaiting maintenance checks and additional fuel. A separate note references rental property and related oversight in the same brief item.

Baltimore Wichita WardiTs Kane Kent Anente Baltinore

Canal Survey Corps Picked for Interoceanic Route

At Universal Service Washington Sept 7 the war department ordered a special battalion of experienced engineers to survey a route for a proposed interoceanic canal across Nicaragua. They will embark by transport by Oct 15 and begin surveys immediately to choose the best route. Work is expected to last at least two years. The troops were selected from Army engineering units for tropical suitability, many having spent years in the Panama canal work.

Universal Service Washington, D. C War Department Nicaragua Varius Engineering Tropics L'Anaca Canal

Fireman FH Theuschhell Profile in Know Your Firemen Series

Today's Know Your Firemen feature highlights Fireman FH Theuschhell of 228 Wever Street. He formerly served under Broan Callaghan 313 and contracted in 1913. he now works as a pipeman with Kn Wins Company 7 Station 7 at South Alamo and Lavaca Streets.

Theuschhell Wever Street Broan Callaghan Knwins Company 7 South Alamo Lavaca Streets

Wheat Firm on Chicago Market Mood and Argentine Weather

Wheat opened firmer on a day of Liverpool strength with Chicago following the uptrend though corn faltered on bearish weather. Argentine rainfall limited, keeping export hopes in view as wheat prices rose briefly before stabilizing. cash demand improved and shipments seen steady while local markets noted rising California lemons and Montgomery county potatoes.

Chicago Liverpool United States Department of Agriculture Alger Oman Cotn Middlewest

Lawrence of Arabia Mystery Report From Dalesti

Rumors claim Lawrence of Arabia has arrived in Dalesti or other Muslim centers, creating a stir but denied by authoritative writers. Details blur amid fragmented names and places as officials question the scale and influence of the revolt chatter.

Tlonthin Sep Lawrence of Arabia Dalesti Ar Ghia Farmer Catenel Farrenee

Moody Aid Takes Up New Position in Austin

Moody Aid is reported to have assumed a new role in Austin as D Hall, a longtime aide to Governor Moody, steps into additional duties. The note references prior secrecy and changes within the governor’s office, highlighting a shift in staff responsibilities and a move affecting the core of executive operations.

Moody Aid Austin D. Hall Moody

Market prices for vegetables and fruits Apries report

A long list of commodity quotes across produce including tomatoes, potatoes, onions, peppers, grapes, citrus, melons, and berries. Prices shown per bushel, pound, or crate with varied figures such as 1.25 to 3.80 for apples, 3.60 for tomatoes, and 2 to 4 per crate for oranges, reflecting wholesale market rates and commission quotations. Includes notes on specialty items and regional varieties.

Wareley Hinanda California Texas Tex Neaas Engin Colorado

Poultry and Produce Market Notes From Chicago to New York

Fragmentary market report shows poultry and dairy items with mixed activity in Chicago and New York. Mentions include hens, creamery products, and fresh produce with prices and shipments varying by region and date. Stock names and scattered figures indicate a broad wholesale outlook amid slow trading and routine deliveries.

Two Boys Blamed in Chum's Drowning

In New York Rene reports two boys accused in the drowning of Jules Serena, 44, at a Central Park pond. Miranda and Michael Birn, 72, are under arrest after an alleged water theft incident where the victim warned they could not swim away.

Chum New York Rene Cauale Enim Joule Serrena Tamen Miranda Michael Biern Santa

Pontiac humorist Ted Gook born October 1891

Ted Gook, author of Cook-Coos, born in Pontiac Illinois in October 1891, is noted as the most serious-faced youngster in his neighborhood. He recalls never smiling during his entire public school days.

Ted Gook Pontiac, Ill Cook William Randolph Hearst Hearst Service Cook-Coos

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