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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 13, 1941

Page

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Ambassador Daniels career and Mexico post reviewed

A fragmented profile traces MBASSADOR DANTELS Josephus Danley and Franklin D Roosevelt to Wilson era naval policy and Vera Cruz, detailing Daniels influence, diplomatic stance, and rising popularity in Mexico through a favorable Hearst interview.

Mbassador Dantels Josephus Danley Youngs South Woodrow Wilson Mbassador Daniels David Scatner Hearst Press

Veteran diplomat predicts European to South American migration

Ambassador Daniels, age 78, signs documents with youthful energy as he states there will be a great migration from Europe to South America after the war, reported by David Sentner. The piece notes the veteran diplomat's vigor despite his age and references Mexico City.

Hen Daniels Franklin D. Ronsevelt United States Dauniels Mexico Daniels Wilson David Sentner Changrieht Preead Mexico City Europe South Americ

British Raid Attacks Berlin and Western Germany Deepen War Effort

Aug. 14 dispatch reports British air forces bombed Berlin and major German targets including Magdeburg Hannover and Essen despite bad weather. Attacks also hit Norwegian and Dutch airfields and Havre docks. German communique tallies 33 bombers lost. Aug. 19 reports note 58 British aircraft shot down in raids on western and northern Germany with civilian losses.

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Foul Fall Forecast For San Antonio Readers

A weather forecast from A. B Weatherman J. Hydnehoe predicts warm skies over San Antonio and vicinity on Wednesday and Thursday. Thundershowers expected Thursday night with variable southerly winds and daytime highs around OB degrees.

San Antonio A. B J. Hydnehoe Qwaillé Darhoe

Uhr Finds First Oath of Office in 1911 Record

County Commissioner Robert F. Orr rediscovered his 1911 oath as alderman from the old Sixth ward. The document, notarized by Henry Stirler, notes Orr’s first bid for public office under Mayor Bryan Callaghan, reflecting a memory sparked during a desk rummage.

Robert F. Orr Hie Sixth Ward Henry Stirler Rotary Public Unn Bryan Callaghan

Roosevelt Suspends Eight Hour Day for War Projects

The White House announced an executive order suspending the eight hour workday for workers on War Department public works essential to defense. The suspension covers air fields troop housing fortifications and other military construction projects. War Department officials say the measure affects under 10 000 mechanics and laborers.

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Nation Grips First Cold as Heat Wave Breaks Across Regions

Most of the nation felt the first chill with many seeking extra blankets after a late August heat spell. Temperatures fell to near record lows in New York and Wisconsin while Jacksonville faced one of the hottest spells in years. Rain and thundery showers moved east from Oklahoma and Montana as storm systems disrupted the region.

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EFDR's Location Hidden Fourth Day News Update

Fragmented report describes confusion over President Roosevelt's whereabouts during a fourth day of events. No confirmed location, with references to a presidential yacht near the Potomac and possible movements toward London or Chungking. Military alerts and press coverage continue as officials remain silent.

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Anderson open for negotiations on taxi strike

Wording from Commissioner P B L Anderson says his office is open for negotiations today to settle the taxi strike. He warned against misquoting him and stated he could settle the dispute quickly if both sides agree to talks.

PB. L. Anderson Anderson

Taxi Strike Continues As San Antonio Dispute Persists

A taxi strike remains in effect as San Antonio drivers and Yellow Cab dispute driver counts and operation rules. Police guards monitor stands while a license hearing for D and B Taxicab Co. is postponed indefinitely. drivers risk losing licenses if poll taxes are unpaid.

San Antonio Yellow Cab Ind Bagegage Company Maes Sta Mons Wilkes Polles Vaxt Po- Moo Aubrey Hopkins Hopking, Fire and Police P. J. Alderson Frank G. Vogler Heehses Vorm Diiny Hopkins Tnst Lcensea Orditinies Citlysers

Final Action on Draft Speeded Final Action on Draft Speeded

Washington dispatch reports House and Senate raced to approve a war training bill extending military service. Lawmakers debated extending training from 12 to 18 months, lifting a $10000000 cap on deferments, amid sharp procedural friction and partisan exchanges. President Roosevelt expected prompt action on the senate version.

Ray War Department Co- Press Chase May O.ky Houte Military Committee Henley Dnase

Finals Tonight at Texas Amateur Boxing Tournament

Tonight the Texas Amateur Boxing Finals feature twelve semi finals and finals across all weight classes. The event starts at 8 pm at Myntelpet Auditorium with ringside tickets $1 and reserved seats $1.50, general admission 60 cents, balcony 18 cents. Reservations: Garfield 49 Trekety at 7330 Pyne.

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WPA sewing ends end of county funding

County commissioners were told of the shutdown of the WPA sewing room effective Wednesday morning, depriving 490 workers of jobs due to lack of funding. County contributions totaled 26,800 for materials and expenses this year, with no further funds forthcoming as budgeted 5,100 was moved to welfare, and city shares remain disputed among Houston Dallas El Paso Fort Worth San Antonio.

WPA Elizabeth McCautey Funy Welfare Agency Charles Anderson Houston Dallas EL Paso Fold Worth San Antonio

Victoria Air Base Put Into Readiness

An advines detachment of 190 men under Water Lient James O Guthrie prepares the Victoria air corps school for operations beginning after August 20. The main detachment will head Randolph field as units transfer, including 720 men from the Thale Nase group and the 97th and 8th squadrons.

James O. Guthrie Wees Air Corps School Victoria Operaton Ead Randolph Thale Nase

Major Cities To Be Left In Ruins In Ukraine War

Russian forces retreat under German pressure near Odessa and Nikolaev as Germany advances from multiple fronts. German and Romanian troops encircle ports, while Soviet counterattacks claim gains elsewhere, yet observers warn the loss of the Lower Ukraine would not be decisive. The front lines shift as both sides maneuver to protect key industrial regions east of the Dnieper.

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Ford gift to Britain tops weather page briefing

London August 13. Henry and Edsel Ford announced a gift of 169000 pounds about $600000 to Britain to aid victims of German air raids. The Americans plan to build 350 trucks for readiness at key points. Weather forecast for West Texas and the Far West predicts cloudiness with scattered thundershowers and cooler values inland.

London Henry Edsel Ford Britain West Texas

British to Make Vital Broadcast Announcement

London reports an official BBC broadcast described as Important set for 2 p.m. with Prime Minister in parliament and Lord Privy Seal noted among officials. The text is fragmentary but notes a major government statement to all BBC stations in May.

London May Clement Aliles Ghirchit Depuy BBC

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