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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 24, 1942

Page

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Thomas Jefferson Apostle of Human Freedom

A tribute by WARRY H. SCHLACHY recalls Thomas Jefferson as a humanity guiding figure born two centuries ago. It lauds his role as author of the Declaration of Independence and religious freedom statute, praising his vision for liberty and universal rights.

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RAF Bombs Rostock and Heinkel Factories in Raid

A British raid by heavy RAF bombers hit Rostock port area and Heinkel factories at Marienehe and Warnemuende, causing widespread fires and damage. Four RAF aircraft lost with crews rescued or captured. German losses include two bombers shot down and civilian deaths or injuries.

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Churchill and Roosevelt Reach Common Ground in War Talk

London reports Prime Minister Churchill received Roosevelt’s message agreeing with all conclusions by General George C. Marshall after his Britain visit. The dispatch hints at continued cross Atlantic talks with Hopkins and other advisers, but censor cut further details after ten days of consultation.

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FDR Discusses Cost of Living Talk at White House

President Roosevelt indicated he opposed using the term cost of living and said he planned to work today tomorrow and Sunday on a message to be sent to Hong Kong and other places. He spoke in Washington on April 24.

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Sicilian Towns Raided for Second Day

Report from Rome indicates Comiso and nearby Sicilian towns faced a second raid as British forces bombardment continued in the Mediterranean area. The high command said Bengast also was attacked, marking another day of heavy action in the campaign.

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Roosevelt questions on bomber raid and Siberia internment

President Roosevelt dodged confirmation on an American air raid reported against Japanese targets last Saturday. Moscow said a plane in the raid strayed, landed in Siberia and the crew was interned, while officials weighed legality and future treatment under allied fronts.

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Trees Uprooted In Nearby Storm

Strong winds and rain hit Pine Creek about 30 miles from San Antonio. Adolph Schott reports damage limited to uprooted trees at Pipe Creek store. Rainfall in Pipe Creek to Darden nenn area estimated at 7 6 inches.

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Girl Amputates Trainman's Leg Heroine of Night Rescue

Marvin Diez-Rivas, a Puerto Rico born nurse, crawled beneath a locomotive during a night shift rescue in Richmond Virginia. She used a pocket knife and hospital scalpel to amputate the worker's leg to save him, then rushed him to a hospital for treatment.

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Reds Seize Stronghold in Crimea amid heavy fighting

Reports from KUIBYSHEV Russia say Soviet forces captured a German stronghold in the Crimea after four days of combat. Red Star notes recent advances on the Kalinin front and in Karelia as well as new Soviet aircraft, while observing German and Finnish fronts remain tense.

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MacArthur to Attend Anzac Day Rites in Australia

Allied reports say General Douglas MacArthur and U.S. Minister Nelson T. Johnson will take part in Anzac Day services in Australia. MacArthur will place a wreath at Melbourne's Shrine on Sail Hilda Road while Johnson attends a separate ceremony in Canberra.

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La Follette Seeks June 13 as Douglas MacArthur Day

Wisconsin senator Robert M La Follette introduces a joint resolution designating June 13 1942 as Douglas MacArthur Day to honor the general famed for leading U N forces in the Pacific and the defense of Bataan. The measure was presented in Congress with prompting editorials and endorsed by the Wisconsin delegation.

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Roosevelt defends wartime production push and steel tightness

President Roosevelt said the war production program was working well and hinted at additional measures. He outlined targets for 1942 and 1943 including 185000 planes 120000 tanks and 18 million tons of shipping while acknowledging steel plate shortages and possible further plant expansions. He cited labor and management loafing as a factor in shipbuilding delays and noted efforts to boost steel capacity.

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Ration Probe in Congress Demands Clarification

In Washington reports of a congressional probe into the gasoline rationing plan for Atlantic states surface amid clashes between the Petroleum Coordinator Tekes and OPA Administrator Henderson over weekly allotments for motorists. Representative Sacks urges disclosure of where the allocations go, while Ford argues against creating another committee amid coordination disputes. A separate Houston death notes Henry J. Denimin, 56, killed in an auto collision.

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Gas Rationing in Texas Not Needed

Governor Stevenson said Texas need not ration gasoline as there is no transportation difficulty or supply shortage. He cited abundance of crude oil, many refineries, and agrees with federal officials that Pacific Northwest rationing would be unnecessary for Texas.

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Gas Ration Plans Abroad Stir American Drivers

A synopsis of ration schemes overseas shows Canada starting April 1 with monthly limits near 360 to 492 gallons yearly, England outlining April and June allowances to cover about 140 miles monthly, and Axis-occupied regions restricting to special mills. Cuba begins April 4 with a one hour note and Cuba’s policy may differ as the war continues.

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San Antonio Weather Forecast Friday Temperature Change

East Texas will see occasional rains in the east and north portions with a rise in temperatures. Frigid tonight except in the northwest where it will be colder, and strong gusty winds are expected in the hills.

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