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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 08, 1942

Page

2

OWI Warns US War Effort Lags In Equipment Supply

Washington report draws grim picture of World War II progress noting fighting planes tanks artillery and naval vessels are behind schedule. OWI says victory requires total effort and that allies face heavy costs if production and materiel do not accelerate.

Washington America Office of War OWL OWT Australia Nemyan Stockton The Melbourne Herald Hays Stockton Douglas MacArthur Mitchell Hepcum Ontario Fergue Ont Mmn Europe Russia China Seattle Waren G. Mapnuson D.wash Naval Enairs Committee Hussin Pacific OWI Ben Antonio

Bookshops Rush With Australians Buyable Goods Abroad

In Melbourne Australia on August 8, American women serving overseas will receive fewer lingerie gifts and more ration coupons. Soldiers currently receive ration relief and have long bought lingerie as gifts, but the supply shift boosts demand for books and other Australian items from kangaroos to racehorses.

Melbourne Australie Australia

Luna death by own action theory held by neighbors

Neighbors of Alfonso Luna, the fugitive who shot Mrs. Louisa Martinez at 404 Travis Street, believe he may have ended his own life after a four day, brush-swept flight near Medina River bottoms. Others think he fled to southern fields among migrant workers. Police continue search along farm belt and Rio Grande, with patrols on both sides.

Hwucauu Cea Willel Meeding Alfonso Juna Louisa Martinez Travis Street Luna Medina Jane Ward Jeone Law En Rio Grande

Nazi Planes Bomb English Midlands Night Raid Reported

German raiders dropped bombs across eastern England and the Eastern Midlands in a night operation of small scale. Casualties were initially reported but details remained sparse. A lone raider also dropped bombs on the northeast Scotland coast, killing three and injuring 19. One raider was shot down. Bad weather limited RAF night operations.

London Aug England Midlands Scotland

British Attack German Convoy In English Channel Skirmish

British torpedo boat flotillas attacked a German convoy in the English Channel Thursday night. Reports say a British bank was sunk, several vessels were damaged, and hand grenades were used in close range battles. German losses were not listed.

Berlin English Channel Ure High Command Sx Orbiers Pisted Hents

Nazis Hint Vichy Troop Maneuvers

A German radio broadcast hinted at Vichy armed forces maneuvers amid German preparations for a potential second front. The remark referenced Admiral Jean Detlan, Vichy defense chief, in an offhand mention during a speech.

New York Viehy Jean Detlan Vichy

Burglar Foils Tied Watchdogs

A burglar entered by the back door of Mrs. T. G. Marshall at 186 West Travis Street Saturday, stealing eight radios and other items. Other reported thefts include three typewriters from Piyula Wheatley School at Gevers and Harrison, $11 cash, naval papers from Julian Surplex at 1024 Me Kinley Avenue, $10 from a purse, clothing from a car on Bowlk Frio Street, and several pocket thefts on Chestnut and Chil Dress streets.

T. G. Marshall West Travis Street Thetta Piyula Wheatley School Gevers and Harrison Julian Surmplex Kinley Avenue Ernespane Marine Torreon Kittchen Grune Avenue B Bowlk Frio Street Joe Greathouse Wesb Laurel i John Tabujka Paschal Street Chestnut Street B. Cuda Childress Street

Slayer of 4 Dies in Chair Slayer of 4 Dies in Chair

Benavidez a Mexican national convicted of slaying ranchman Henry Calcote was electrocuted at 12 12 am in the state prison. He faced charges including the murder of Calcote's wife infant daughter and mother. The case drew three short stays but a final appeal was denied by the state board of pardons.

Huntsville Benavidez Aflexican National Henry Caleote Achieicher County Horn Calcote Warren A. C. Turner Texas Court of Criminal Appeals United States Bupreme Court State Board of Pardons and Paroles Angelin Onker

Boand And Greer Exchange Pulpits Sunday Morning

The Rev. 4. v. moana, pastor of the Benson Hil Presbyterian church, and the Rev. Maxter D. D. Greer, pastor of the Highland Park Presbyterian church, will exchange pulpits Sunday morning. Each returns to his own church for the evening sermon on the maneuvers of the Second division.

4. V. Moana Benson Hil Presbyterian Church Maxter D. D. Greer Highland Park Presbyterian Church

Nazi Press Pictures New Divebomber Dornier 217

Berlin reports show the Dornier 217 touted as the last word in dive bombers with claims of greater bomb capacity and cruising range. Press descriptions note twin engined designs and heavy armament, while Voelkischer Beobachter argues the Do 417 class has superior capacity.

Berlin Germtatt Pub- Mahedt Hitler Voelkischer Be‘obachter Radio Aldi

Austin Minister Will Speak Here

The Rev. Robert F. Gribble of Austin will preach at the First Presbyterian Church Sunday morning. He will also address the church fellowship group of men and young people at 6 p.m.

Robert F. Gribble Austin First Presbyterian Church Patrick D. Miller yRoatton Mr. Gribble

Court Martial Studies Aroff Testimony

Court martial proceedings for Lieut. Gormdr Maurice Aroff continue as six officers review extensive testimony. Only one witness remains, Nat Goklstone, before Monday resumption. Defense rests after cross examining witnesses including Vic Orsatt and Louis B Mayer.

Aroff SAN Francislu Gormdr Maurice Aroff Nat Gokl”stone Hollywood Tony Martin Goldstone AtoIrs Naval 12Th Naval District Arokd Martin Navy Vic Orsatt Holly~ Wort Louis B. Mayer Cone ‘Tunney Ese Orsatt Naval Commission Lnter Aroft Stout Irving Kein Ated Palm Mayer Les Angéles Oranéti Gene Tunney

Sunday Services Slated In San Antonio Churches

A long list of church services across San Antonio and nearby areas is reported, detailing pastors, street addresses, service times, and special programs across Baptist, Primitive, Methodist, Lutheran, Catholic, and other congregations. Notable entries include Rev. Th. F. Waite at Main Avenue and Rev. D. HW Roberts, with services extended through morning and evening hours.

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Drama of Saul's Rise and Fall in Bible Tale

A preacher outlines Saul as God’s chosen king whose early humility gave way to self interest and disobedience. The narrative traces Saul’s rise amid wars and praise, then his downfall driven by vanity, bribery, and ignoring God, ending in defeat and death by his own sword.

Kubyy Saul Samuel Taree Israel Gad Saal God Israth David Thic Vall

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