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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1942
Page
8
Coyotes formerly driven by white settlers into Alaska now damage large areas of wild duck and game nesting grounds, threatening local hunting and wildlife habitats. The intrusion disrupts habitats and could reduce future wildlife populations.
Maj. R W Boyle told the American Society of Newspaper Editors that many commando raids along the Nazi coast go unreported. He said these tough squads, 99 percent from Britain and Dominions, often seize posts and weapons without alerting German forces, spreading fear among occupiers.
Marcus B Hutchinson 65 sales man died in Amarilla Wednesday Services were to be held here Friday at 2 pm Porter Loring Funeral Home Rev Albert P Shirkey officiating Interment in Mission Park Survived by widow Mrs Truth Huffmeyer Hutchinson daughters Mrs Betty Gay Davidson and Miss Rosemary Jean Hutchinson of Amarilla Miss Beulah ladys Canaday of Amarillo
Sunnyvale California reports the Navy deploying blimps for Pacific patrols after Army transfers control of a large hangar to Rear Admiral John W. Gla de. The official notes that no convoy reported by lighter craft has been destroyed by enemy submarines.
Dutch reporters relay details of deaths in a Japanese detention camp. Two Dutch women arriving from Ambon describe conditions and casualties in the camp network. The report notes releases and adds context from the Netherlands news service.
Washington April 2 An Army War Department announcement says a new combat unit the tank destroyer command will be organized with headquarters at Camp Hood Texas Brig Gen Andrew D Bruse will command the battalion The unit will begin training this summer and reach peak capacity by early fall Camp Hood lies near Killeen about 125 miles north of San Antonio near Temple The unit is designed for tank defense with an offensive mission to seek and engage enemy tanks and plans call for self propelled weapons
Two young children were hospitalized after scalding injuries from boiling water. Gloria Cardenas, 3, was burned when her mother spilled hot water through an open door. Juan Cavazos, 4, was scalded in a tub of hot water at home. A separate accident injured Thomas Zepeda, 45, who fell from a ladder while painting.
City officials police and sheriffs will witness a Sunday demonstration of sun machine guns and tear gas guns at 4 p.m. at the old city target range on East Houston Street. The event will be directed by E. B. Averill of Austin, district manager of the Federal Laboratories, Inc. Maj. Norman Bodet of TDG will attend with the home guard requesting approval to buy machine guns and gas for its use.
A picket line formed at the American Bread company Nashville plant near Nashville. Mrs. MacArthur and her brother Cameron Fairelets hold half the bakery founded by their father over 50 years ago. Faireroth, an official, said only a few of the 260 workers in the union have struck and company officials have not received any demands from union representatives.
Donors led by Riamecher sent 160 to United China relief as Texans contribute from 25 cents to 50 dollars. Chairman Porter Lory received 100 from Hill of the Demi John Bend, Smithson Valley. The contributions aim to provide medical aid, establish reef centers, and support industrial plants in war ravaged China against invading Japan.
Neighborhood job market highlights several small employer postings offering entry level roles. Advertised positions include clerical aid, retail associate, and general labor with flexible hours and paid training. applications encouraged through local offices and online portals.
Miss Daisy Rea Moore, president of the Texas Graduate Nurses' association, to represent Texas at the American Nurses' Association national convention in Chicago on May 14. At the Plaza hotel three day convention, officers were elected with Moore of Houston as president, Sadie Brown of Dallas as first vice president, Marguerite Cunningham of Avaline as second vice president, Olga Breihan of Dallas as recording secretary, directors Hmnia Pope of Austin, Tima McGaleb of Dallas, and Mildred Garrett. Austin Austin won a banner for largest attendance at 49 percent. next year’s convention will be in Galveston.
Edison Cement Corporation, linked to Thomas A. Edison, Inc., notified 400 employees that the cement plant will shut down. A letter from Arthur Walsh cites long standing deficits but says resources will be devoted to increasing production of munitions and other vital supplies for the armed forces. The Edison group is building a large ordnance plant in the Middle West and handling heavy defense contracts centered west of Branes.
WPA crews finish an all weather road project in Falls County connecting to the McLennan county site. The completion marks a key infrastructure gain for the region with improvements expected to aid transportation and access for local communities.
Adequate playground facilities and landscaping were completed at a Dallas County school by WPA workers. The project showcases community improvement through federal relief efforts and enhances outdoor space for students.
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