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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 29, 1946

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Reds Recede On Big Issues At Foreign Ministers Meet

At Luxembourg Palace the big four discuss postwar Europe as the Soviet Union eases tensions with three compromises. The Russians allow French participation in Baikon treaties talks, pledge to allocate Italy s naval forces among major powers, and shift reparations toward a sustainable payment plan. U S delegates cite a more cooperative Soviet attitude ahead of the chiefs meeting.

Paris Pras Russia Europe United States Luxembourg Palace James F. Byrnes Britain Italy Yugoslavia Greece France I 2 Ruhr Rhineland Germany

Blockade Of Autos Ends After State Police Break Picket

A blockade of about 1000 cars along Van Born Road near the Stinson Aireyal plant was lifted after state police ended the protest by Ford Local 600 UAW CIO. Police said the maneuver lasted 50 minutes and involved about 300 office workers before order was restored with no violence. Meanwhile, Mrs Porter and Mrs Scott of the San Antonio League of Women Voters will attend the 17th national convention in Kansas City, Mo, in April.

Waxins Moon Stinson Aireyal Wayne County Sheriff's Office Ford Local 600 UAW -Cio van Born Rord Ram -Ene Iletinghe ATER W. ©. Porter Clayton Scott San Antonio

Funeral services for Roy Miller in Corpus Christi

Roy Miller 63 prominent Texan dies Sunday in Baltimore after abdominal operations. He led the Louisiana Texas Intracoastal Canal association and was vice president of the Trinity River Improvement association. A former Corpus Christi mayor from 1913 to 192X and longtime editor of the Corpus Christi Caller, Miller also served as Washington representative for the Texas Gulf Sulphur Co and the Port of Corpus Christi.

Corpus Christi Roy Miller Jenny Hopkins Hospital Baltimore Miller Louisiana-Texas Intracoastal Canal Association Trinity River Improvement Association Corpus Christi Caller Harry Miller Junction Austin Washington Mille Rhin Rapids Kan Upversity of Chicago Texas Gulf Sulphur Company Corpes Christ

Mrs Annie Laux Services Scheduled

Annie Laux 84 died at home on Dawson Street Saturday. Services set for 2 pm Tuesday at Porter Loving chapel with interment in Knights of Pythias cemetery. Local notice notes practical ads in The Light Want Ads for ready buyers.

Annie Laux Dawson Street Porter Loving Knights of Pythias Cemephery Dial Courtony Ladavviter

Churchmen Sweep German County Elections in American Zone

In the American zone, the Christian Social Union routed rivals in weekend county council elections amid rioting and pro Nazi activity. The Union won nearly twice as many votes as the Local Democrats, with 315 candidates ahead of the Communist party which polled 54 percent of ballots in the 3,136,347 vote count. Disruptions and unrest followed in Diesen and nearby towns as U S soldiers imposed curfews, while displaced Jews faced attacks and police arrests amid posters calling for Greater Germany.

Bankfurt Germany United States Army Curman Diesseo Bavaria Bader U.S Diesaen Dlegsen Nouthwest Munich

Old Reliable Remedy In Augusta Still In Demand

In Augusta on April 29, a local druggist notes that sulphur and molasses, a spring tonic from pre vitamin days, remains popular. He runs a traditional drug store and reports many patrons purchasing sulpron, though he declines to inquire about intended use, acknowledging that many buyers likely use it for health tonics.

Augusta Maine Ite Ensioners Manny

Gambler Benjamin held on fraud charges in New York

William B. Benjamin a 46 year old financier faced $649000 in fraud allegations after allegedly bilking creditors of that sum, claiming he lost it gambling on cards prize fights and horse racing. He told District Attorney Hogan he would not name bookmakers fearing retaliation. He admitted losing $46000 in a single day at the races.

New York INS William B. Benjamin Frank Hogan University of Pennsylvania Benjamin Vero Pal Mondiy Peroinitelun Nenes Toles Imehea Inelies Heaton Cheyenne Ornus Crystal City Elena Amgut Houston Jacksonvil City Ak Ks Los Angel York Puento Ois Antonio Bhevidan Wyo Ag Williston

Truman Faces Food Aid Clash Over Grain Seizures

Washington April 29. President Truman may decide a dispute between state and agriculture departments on famine relief methods. Acting Secretary Dean Acheson argues for drastic measures including seizure of wheat reserves, while Secretary Clinton Anderson urges cooperative steps and avoids seizing farmers stocks. The clash follows Anderson returning from a Midwest tour forecasting ample grain if spring planting proceeds, as Acheson pushes aggressive actions to speed grain abroad.

Washington Agriculture Department Truman Dean Acheson Agriculurele Department Clintton P. Anderson Anderson Acheson Patterson Wader Horoes Germany Japan Ieht Midwest Achison Sonenmillers

Bink and White Ointment Promises Quick Skin Relief

A dubious advert claims Lerensa skin irritations like pimples and rashes will heal instantly with Bink and White Ointment. It touts drastic results, guarantees refund if unsatisfied, and urges daily cleansing with a black and white thin soap.

Stassen Program Remarks Stir Texas GOP Leaders

Stassen outlines liberal conservative debate within the Republican Party during a San Antonio visit. He defends liberalism as advancing liberties and welfare, criticizes government statistics, and notes mixed views on OPA. Delegates and Texas leaders like Lena Moore and Beatrice Frase attend, with public exchange between McLean and Sheldon over Stassen’s liberal label.

Stassen Amerie Republican Party OPA Lena Jay Moore Brownsville National Texas A. Dc. Oehter Dalla Beatrice Frase Donna Guy E. Morris Sweetwater Herman Dunceasz Kaufman Cari G. Stearns Houston John Donalson Victoria W. C. Briggs Paducah Howarth McDowell San Angelo Con Stassen San Antonini McLean Joe Sheldon Sheldon Emily Post Roostvelt Democratic Party Sheldon Monday Minnesota United States Philadelphia Frternity Brother

Congress Roundup Shows House Resumes After Holiday

Washington reports Congress returns from a short Easter recess with House and Senate facing major measures. Key items include loan extension, draft continuation, and OPA fate. Final bills will result from House Senate conference compromises as administration pressures seek shifts in House members.

Washington Congress Senate House OPA Thes Trurhan

Mayor Won’t See Stassen in San Antonio Visit

Monday mayor Gus B. Mauermann said he expected to meet Harold B. Stassen during the Republican leader’s visit to San Antonio but was not invited to the luncheon and would not seek a hello. He added Stassen is focused on votes, not greetings.

Meu Arum Mehean Stassen Mark McLean San, Antonio McLean Stassen Gus B. Mauermann Harold B. Stassen

Missing Donna Resident Found

Donna resident Robert F P McCauley, 59, reported missing for over six weeks on April 29, was found in San Antonio last Friday by his wife. He returned home Monday. a man matching his description stayed at a boarding house at 218 Nolan Street in San Antonio. Mrs Elsie Gill, boarding house operator, notified Mrs McCauley and she retrieved him, the family says he is very ill.

Donna San Antonio Robert FP McCauley

Funds Bill Faces Thursday Vote Over State Dept Programs

A first task for the house is an appropriation measure due Thursday. It allocates funds for the state, commerce and justice departments and spurs heated debate over the state department's cultural relations and intelligence programs, with a final vote expected after a long dispute.

House State, Commerce and Justice Departments State Department

Merger plans draw Republican backlash on defense unification

Two Republican senators from Connecticut and New Hampshire filed a minority report against the army navy merger bill. They condemned the plan as militaristic and totalitarian, warning it could cripple naval aviation and end the Marine corps. Senate hearings on the measure are planned, with the House awaiting Senate action.

Hart Connecticut Bridges News Hampshire Department of Common Defense War and Navy Departments Naval Aviation Marine Corps Senate Chamber Naval Committee House

City Lot Crop Amuses Sam and City Officials

A fragmented report shows Commissioner Anderson pressing Mayor Gus Mauer mann and City leaders over annexing 25 acres of land. He claims 7 acres hold potatoes seven acres beans and tomatoes elsewhere. He demands clarity on city plans and asks officials to comment on annexation.

Anderson Gus Mauermann

Couple Hurt on Bandera Road Car Crash

Mr and Mrs Wiliam D Mc Neel of 625 Shook avenue remained under treatment at Nix hospital Monday after a car collision on Bandera road west of Helotes. The other car struck their vehicle on the side after zigzagging across the highway. McNeel suffered broken ribs and facial cuts while Mrs McNeel had head lacerations. A girl riding with them sustained a compound fracture of the right ankle.

Wiliam D. McNeel Shook Avenue Nix Hospital Bandera Road McNeel MecNesl Isaec

Chinese general arrest over ship delay to help actress friend

A Chinese general who delayed a ship sailing for ten hours to allow his movie actress friend to board was arrested today. He was sent to Chungking for disciplinary action on personal orders of Generalissimo Chiang Kai-Shek.

China Hed Peifing Chungking Chiang Kai-Shek

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