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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 08, 1944

Page

2

Move to Circle Reich With Neutral Nations Seen

U.S. moves to surround Germany ahead of invasion with neutral nation support. Reports discuss pre invasion diplomacy, possible Turkish entry, Finnish peace prospects, and Allied plans under Hull and Roosevelt. A London view notes timing and weather affecting invasion date. a local church service is also listed.

U.S Reich Bweren Finland de Gaulle French Committee of National Liberaties London Hull ICBS Brrth Roosevelt Ragnvelt Rario Ranfer Ravarnmont East Nong Londol

Liberator's Final Mission Flier Reported in Marshall Islands Showdown

April 2 report notes Col. F B Miller and Viola Kan g ro Dy commander aboard a Liberator crew now part of the 25th heavy bomber group. The unit topped off fuel and flew a combat mission credited with a notable attack on the Thirk atoll and thence to the Gilberts and Marshalls.

Marshalls F. B. Miller San Anitoniia Viola Kan Pink Wentamig Bohva Comvpal Liersior Bolivar

Nazis Rush Troops Into Yugoslavia

London dispatch reports German forces massing across Serbia to deter Partisan activity in the Drina and Neretva valleys. The communique notes multiple German columns halted near Mrkonjgrad and Potke, with at least four troop trains derailed or destroyed.

London Apm Uit Ths Serbia Sanghe Jani Thar Sarajevo Potke Mrxonjie Grad Bosnia Vito

2 Die 13 Hurt in Ohio Train Wreck

London Apr The New York Central railroad New York Special derailed four miles southeast of here killing the engineer and German and injuring at least 13 persons. Fireman Clarence Martin 46 and John Nelson 41 years service were fatally scalded when the locomotive turned on its side.

London Onn New York Central Railroad New York Here Greman Splaters John Nelson N York “Central System Clarence Martin

Mother Tells New Story of Child's Death

The San Francisco attorney said Mrs Marvil Flack, mother of 11 year old Dalores, claimed she found the body in her San Rafael apartment on December 26. She had previously said she left the girl alone on Christmas Day.

Garnete Ani Ba'— Hed McCuuize Qisterer Sar Francises Marvil Flack Dalores Sarr Fianetaeg Mecluire Tisch Harts Gardner Iota Kan Flack San Rafael San Francesco Lato Plick Finch McGuire Canada Entid Nelson’ Cramer

WFA Egg Buying Aids Midwest Price

The War Food Administration reports its buying program to curb egg prices. Field reports show receipts rising in the Midwest with eggs up 2 to 14 cents a dozen. Michigan prices mostly 18 to 29 cents, some farmers reaching the 30 cent minimum the WFA aims to enforce.

Chicago April War Food Administration Nas Middle West HG. Bolinck WFA Michigan WEA

AAA Official Stands Firm Amid Darke County Row

Oty R. Pellers declared he would not resign as Darke county agricultural adjustment administration chairman despite a deadline set by farmers. James Mannix, leader of Wheat Quota Protest, promised to pressure Pellers if he remained in office. Local unrest ties to AAA record destruction in neighboring townships and disputes over farm machinery and gasoline rationing. The AAA and OPA described the issue as grouping dissent and emphasized that AAA advisory role remains limited to advising farmers.

Greenville Gila Oty R. Pellers Mellers AAA Columbus Dalke County Williams Ohio Harh York Wabash Frank- In Wien Qere Ane Turke County Wihwett Quan Pro Y Test Association Mannix Pellers OPA

Lecturer Appears On Church Program

Dr G G Brewer lecturer on Communism will speak on Americanism and Christianity How Are They Related and Are They Doomed in the auditorium of Grove Avenue Church of Christ Sunday He has appeared before American Legion groups and other organizations throughout the country

G. G Brewer Grove Avenue Charen Christalfein Ameri Legion The

Fala Celebrates Fourth Birthday at White House

Washington April 8 An important birthday was observed at the White House yesterday it was No 4 for Fala the president s Scottie He got an extra bone but he wasn t interested in a lavish white birthday cake with lavender trimmings yellow roses and four candles

Washington White House Pala Scottie

City Dance Events and Armed Forces Cigar Increase

Dance listings show Amrit and Louis & his band performing across venues in Ada Pasadena and Castroville with multiple April dates. In national news New York reports an Army Navy 22.00 monthly cigar increase to be funded from visa trade, while Pasadena notes a 60 year old ex envoy wandering Los Angeles and a heart attack death at a hospital.

New York T- Effec Army Navy Hari Mefrose McHose Salihe Pasadena Calif Edwin Lowa Nevalle U.S Damertle Unid Siam Los Angeles Easter Lance Apr Hermann Aled

Suspect nabbed in Gardena shooting case.

Police traced Le Gall after a dispute at a telephone booth ended with an assault and murder claim. Winosispletan, a former Sunday teacher, was booked. Mrs Bou Sfumelovi 60 and her daughter Mas Louie Clewrlf 28 were wounded but expected to recover. Tobie journey Tenedllady reportedly involved.

API Firii Pakier le Gall Winosispletan Thad Brow Boa Sfumelovi Mark Mas Louie Clewrlf Gardena Tobie Brawn Clewes

Polish Group and Reds in Accord Luncheon Honors Bride Elect

A luncheon at the Peraux room hosted by Miss Amelie Rutherford honored Miss Bethy Lee Morris fiancee of Robert Sherwood Baker with several guests and bridesmaids named. The report also covers Presbyterian church circle meetings and DAR activities, plus a Tolish government exile note and a Blood Donor Center update.

Bethy Lee Morris Robert Sherwood Baker Peraux Amelie Rutherford Virwinia Carvel Charlotte Sawtelle Patricia Dwyer Miki Pickering Mickey Moore Fogey Bassett Bobboy Price Peggy Ponder Ann Ebert Evelyn Adams Ghristine Rogers Tommye Lou Ziegler Jean Dixon Mesdames Robert Lee Mortis Wareren Wilkinson Rowe Rutherford Cireless We Auxiliary First Presbyterian Church E. M. Braird J. . Aud Iptlé M.A. Forbes W. A. Baily Castillo McMurry Charles Trueheart RR. Witt Elizabeth Road Circle 4 Ralph Cameron Leon D. Glassenck B .Norton K. Perkins James F. Janson Craig Allen Infantry Posal Fort Sam Houston Circle Herbert Brucke Rosemary Girele Tom L. Powell Primera Drive Frank ‘W. Young Will A. Morriss West Laurel Matt M. Bird J.C. Trueheart West Summit L . Griffith A. G. Wigeios Sal London Paul Anderson Oran Kirkpatrick Janet Anderson Alreas Bexar Dar. Morcow Gover Ie Alamo Heights High Herbert Spen Rovermment Echool Feer Orday St. Anthony Hotel Lela Magill Charléne Elizabeth McLernon Lailetajat Austin Mia. Stubbs Alice Chiles Mary Falk Spencer Gloria O'Brien Betsy Groos Shirt Red Cross Ly Heath Beverly Rowe Helen Junior Amer- Robertson Dorothy Gerhold Andjrcan Citizens Organization Ruth Sweeney

Pattern 9084 frock and matching hat for summer wear

Features include a neckline slim waist and front buttons with a hat to match. Made in cotton or rayon in sizes 11 to 18, pattern 9084 from The San Antone Pattern Dept. San Antonio Texas. Send 20 cents for patterns plus name address and size.

San New York

Senior Girls Honored At Thomas Jefferson High

Senior Girls Hahenedk on Saturday given by Miss Eleanor Goode honoring Nancy Bowen and Charlotte White June graduates of Thomas Jefferson High school. Guests included Rose Terry Betty Hovel Louise Coston Mollie Allensworth Betty Towery Emily Fontaine Ann Joyce Jo Ann Caraway Betty gean Smith Geraldine Stafford Frankie Bisang Marjorie Towery Lydia Landon Peggy Dornberger Lois Kirkpatrick Betty Brenan and Jeannie Wiliam La Fonda scene of the event.

Kingsville Bride Weds Army Captain in Kingsville

Miss Pi Andrews daughter of Mr and Mrs Herbert Andrews of Kingsville became the bride of Capt Robert Flemming Wasson Army Air Corps son of Mr and Mrs Carl Forbes Wasson of Odessa on Wednesday evening at First Presbyterian Church Kingsville. The Rev J A Reed officiated. The bride given in marriage by her father. A reception followed at Casa Ricartio hotel. The couple will reside at Eglin Field Florida after a wedding trip to Mexico City and Acapulco.

Kingsville Pi Andrews Herbert, Andrews Robert Flemming Wasson Army Air Corps Carl Forbes Wasson Odessa J. A. Reed Frank Smith Freer Lief W. R. Montgomery Rigin Meld Fla C. J. Holdridge Eglinfield Fred Warner Jot Paul Jules Herbert Andrews Jr Horace Ward Solsbery San Antonio Doris Parham Raymondville Sarah Loy Cypher Katherine Andrews Margie Dell Ray Corpus Christi Casa Ricartio Hotel Mesdaines R. A. Schmidl AL. Kleberg Gus Kowalski B. C. Sims Jr Willam Young C. B. Kennedy Joseph Keepers Jr Earl B. Dodd Sie Kowalski Mexico City Acapulco

Mrs Smith's Visit Includes Tea Luncheons And Socials

Mrs Gordon Smith visiting from Liberal Kansas will join sister Mrs Joe Mellard. Tea hosted by Forter Loring Lucllie Garner and Joni Jones. luncheon with Mrs Fred Roy. another luncheon by Mrs Lawrence Pawkett. cocktail party by Mrs Arthur Whitney. Lip reading classes, Red Cross sewing, and club meetings scheduled through Thursday in local venues. Amy Schacter to preside at Veterans meeting.

Gordon Smith Liberal Kan Joe Mellard Mesdames Forter Loring Lucllie Garner Joni Jones Loring Fred Roy Smith The Fonds Lawrence Pawkett Peraux Peraux Room On Thursday, Complimenting Mrs. Smith Arthur Whitney Hard of Hearing Society Red Cross Beghmers Dramatic Club Friendly Game Club al Pather Hicks Building

Westway Club Meeting Set For Monday at Clifford Court

Mrs Elizabeth Pretty will be host to Westway club members at 2 p m Monday in her home 319 Clifford court Mrs Maggie Wallace to be the co hostess

Elizabeth Pretty Westway Club Clifford Court Maggie Wallace

Easter Matiin Moly Communion for Confremands

Easter related service notes show a father figure and confremands with a Sunday School program. An 10:48 am time is listed, likely for a church event or service sequence.

Bethany Evangelical and Reformed Church Fuldam

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