Fire destroys two defense plants in wind blaze
Authorities continued the search for the fire’s cause as two defense plants burned. Wind whipped the blaze to uncontrollable dimensions, causing $900,000 in damage and crippling war orders work.
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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1942
Page
2
Authorities continued the search for the fire’s cause as two defense plants burned. Wind whipped the blaze to uncontrollable dimensions, causing $900,000 in damage and crippling war orders work.
Arthur J. Frawley, president of the city council, would take over mayoral duties if Cole is recalled into military service. Cole disclosed he has been physically conditioning himself for service, signaling potential early departure from office.
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