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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1946
Page
14
Frankfurt report details Gen Joseph T McNarney’s disciplinary order for all American troops in Europe. He cites rapid demobilization causing weakened ties and discipline deterioration in several commands. He lists issues from high AWOL rates to lax courtesy and drunkenness, urging urgent restoration of discipline.
New York April 24 Estimates say steel production losses from the steel strike and the coal stoppage will reach 8,000,000 tons by week’s end, matching all 1939 automotive shipments. Iron Age projects combined losses of 7,000,000 tons from the steel strike and over 1,000,000 tons from the coal mine halt.
FRANKPORT April 24 Frank Kuhn, leader of the German American Valkshund, will be released by the U S army from a German confinement camp tomorrow morning. He was declared a threat to American occupation forces in Germany and is expected to proceed to Munich to join his wife and two children in a bomb damaged home.
Ailing Paddy Lynn Bastin, eight in October, lives with her mother father and grandmother in a crowded shed at 617 East Guenther. Doctors say she has only months to live from leukemia. The family seeks a safe apartment to offer comfort in her remaining days.
Milan authorities pressed a nationwide hunt after the body of Benito Mussolini was moved from its tomb. A clue appeared signed by the Democratic Fascists claiming responsibility, with threats to surround him with loyalists. Italian leaders called the act a reversion to fascist violence, showing the movement alive.
Paris April 24 Allied ministers gather for a four power discussion that could shape postwar Europe. Observers expect Molotov to offer concessions on Italian colonies and Dardanelles issues in exchange for gains such as Yugoslav Trieste. Byrnes vows firm justice in peace treaties with Italy and Balkan states, potentially leveraging a future US loan to Russia as a bargaining tool.
CAPE CHARLES Va April 24 President Truman restarts his vacation on the presidential yacht Williamsburg after two days with the Eighth fleet at sea. He deferred word on attending Chief Justin Harlan F Stone’s funeral in Washington tomorrow but White House aides say he may interrupt the cruise to be present in Washington.
A Western Airlines transport on a passengerless test flight crashed into a home on Lankershim Boulevard in Burbank, killing three crew members. The house occupants, Matthew Brychta and family, escaped injury as flames ripped through the residence near Lockheed Air Terminal. The cruiser, piloted by Wayne Fidroeff with Marvin Schwartzbach and Roscoe Turgeon aboard, disappeared into a light fog after a nearly two hour flight.
A former coast guard lieutenant who commanded four sub chasers in three Pacific invasions faced arraignment in KEWANEE on a charge of slaying his mother, Mrs Henry B Younggren. The son, Richard H Younggren, 27, admitted the killing yesterday but gave no motive.
Preeport Minnesota April 24 two bookkeepers from American National Bank and Trust company of Rockton were sentenced to three years each for embezzling 113000 over 21 years. The head bookkeeper was Herbert O Erickson 38 and Lillian E Cassioppi 34. The case details indicate a long running theft linked to the bank.
Milan April 24 Twenty five hundred prisoners in San Vittore surrendered this afternoon after four days of resistance. A small faction led by Erato Bun hievi continued to fight. Over 30 hostages were freed, eight inmates died, and the fortress suffered severe damage from shellfire as authorities demanded surrender.
Fiesta moves into high gear with day long events from the Woman's flower show at 1717 San Pedro avenue to a 4 p.m. trades parade and a night river festival. The transformed river features historical scenes, Indian villages, cow camps, and period costumes with music, food, dancers, and street carnival attractions from Main to Haymarket plazas.
Senator Taft declares the United States should reject a 3.78 billion dollar British loan and instead propose a smaller 1.25 billion option. He warns that loan payments will burden the US and criticizes Britain as pursuing inflationary policy and global lending, asserting it harms world trade and American interests.
In Pittsburgh on April 24 Mrs. William Thompson 27 a beauty operator sought a divorce from her ex husband who fathered quadplets by an English waap After a brief hearing judge Marshall said he would grant the uncontested plea She testified the case notoriety subjected her to indignities and harassment She spoke of nights spent sleepless and the public stir Milas Norah Carpenter mother of the quads planned to come to Amerty with the three surviving children and marry Thompson after the divorce the fourth infant died shortly after birth
Governor Coke Stevenson said he was gratified by friends pushing him as a candidate but needs more time to think before deciding on a run for re election. He commented after Mike Upshur county Democratic committee paid a $100 fee and filed with the state committee to place him on the ballot. Stevenson stated he does not consider that his ace is on the table.
Readable items describe a Wednesday program with a flower show at Worthi’s Club and crafts, marionettes, and dances at La Villa in San Antonio. A Thursday schedule includes a luncheon at Merker Hotel, a dress parade, acrobatics, and a coronation event at Sandacints with morning and evening activities.
San Antonio housing leaders argue rent controls depress supply and urge removal or loosening. W. W. McAllister of the Home Builder's Association cites 1500 to 20 homes may become available if rents are set fairly and owners can regain control within two weeks if tenants fail satisfactory proof. He says rental prices are well below wartime averages, and housing costs have risen while new building remains below prewar trends.
April 24 7 Jims Anson, one of the last British battleships, is due at Yokohama Friday after patrols in the war.
Forecast for San Antonio and vicinity calls for cloudy Wednesday afternoon with milder winds and a high near 89. Thursday will turn cooler with a high around 82 and a low near 56.
Former Reconstruction Finance Corporation head Jesse H. Jones urges Congress to avoid billions in grants to Britain. He proposes a safer plan to back British operations in the United States using security value and British assets, ensuring repayment and protecting U.S. financial integrity.
Thunderstorms swept the Rio Grande Valley with reports of 1.43 inches in Brownsville and heavy rainfall in San Benito and Willacy county. An electrical storm damaged a church and business in Harlingen, briefly interrupting electric and telephone service. rainfall in Harlingen reached over one inch.
Mrs J A Padula reports a rare breed midget stallion about a small size has strayed or been stolen from her home at 1015 West Kirk Place. Police have been notified on Wednesday.
Police actions drag on as carnival operators resist moves to clear Milam square amid hospital complaints and Fiesta association orders. Mayor Mauermann and attorneys press for removal, while a steam show is shut by authorities and exhibitors plan further steps. Agreement reportedly reached in a late conference.
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