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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 21, 1939

Page

4

Britain Stands Firm Against War Move

Britain maintains a firm stance amid European tensions after talks with Hitler and Ribbentrop. Mussolini says war not justified by European problems while Pope Pius XII urges a peaceful settlement. Fascist papers push Poland to accept Hitler’s proposed terms including Danzig and Poland’s borders. The Times editorial notes Britain’s must-have pledge to Poland.

Fuhrer Wither Sonetim von Ribbentrop Mussolini Pius XII Europe Foland Hitler Danzig Germany Po‘motes Poland Particulay Significante the Times Britain Gzechosiovas

French Cabinet to Meet in Emergency

Paris reports Premier Daladier called an emergency cabinet meeting for 3 p m Tuesday after talks with British War Minister Hore-Belisha. France debates Leopold’s Oslo group proposal while pledging solidarity with Britain and weighing a wider conference of foreign ministers amid growing fear of Munich repetition. Premier Daladier and Hore-Belisha signal coordinated action as Paris skims reports from Europe.

Paris Edouard Daladier Leslie Hore-Belisha Leopold Oslo France Brussels Munich Mnet Alto Elysee Palace Albert Lehran Europe Erlisha

Line Cleared After Wreck Near Chatsworth NJ

About 500 men worked through the night to clear the derailed Blue Camel of the Central Railroad of New Jersey after a heavy rainstorm. Five coaches and a baggage car toppled into the blue and gold Lenin’s blue and gold cars were derailed. three remained injured for treatment, line reopened to traffic.

Chatsworth N. J South Jersey

Typo Union Seeks Merger at Fort Worth Convention

The International Typographical Union discussed re affiliating with the A F of L only after both bodies settle their differences. A proposal supported by a fringe independents group urged neutrality and a conference of all unions to end internecine warfare, aligning with calls by George L Berry for unity amid labor tensions.

Fort Worth International ‘Typographical American Federations of Labor A. F. of L Weir I. U I. T. Us Inde- Pendiet I.T. U George L. Berry International Pyron Uion Ned States

Cooling lift promised for breezy summer steps

Pseudo advert claims a cooling powder for tired feet will give new pop and comfort this summer. It touts Mexican Heat Powder as a soothing remedy with pharmacological value, claiming quick relief from irritation and prickliness, and promotes inexpensive availability at drug stores.

Japan weighs stronger policy if U S embargo hits Japan

TOKIO Aug 21 The Asahi reported Japanese officials are considering a tougher stand toward the United States if an American embargo on Japan is imposed. Foreign Minister Hachiro Arita has briefed the cabinet on a tentative policy that would sharply affect U S rights and interests in China. The press viewed Washington's July 29 move to end the 1912 trade and navigation treaty as a key cause of the Britain-Japanese break.

TOKIO J-P Asahi United. States Japan Hachiro Arita United States China Washington

Steffler Opposes Communist Rally Plan at City Hall

A San Antonio veteran groups committee quotes Brestlers expressing strong opposition to allowing a Communist party meeting in the Municipal auditorium. He states he would vote to cancel the permit and urges city officials to address the matter, though noting jurisdiction is limited and council action would be required.

Veterans’ Organizations Brestlers Communist Party Audt San Antonio

Internal Revenue Receipts in Slump

Washington, D C reports July 1938 tax receipts show a sharp fall in overall collections by more than 30 million dollars. Corporation income tax receipts rose to 31,912,405 from 29,006,516 in July 1930, while individual income tax declined to 1,375,751 from 11,909,140. Gasoline revenues increased to 2,280,472 from 16,264,420, and liquor taxes fell sharply amid revenue adjustments.

Washingslon Ala

High School Band to Begin Practice

Alama Heights High School band will start sessions Wednesday under RB Redd, superintendent of Ahuny Heights schools. New band tutor Fer joins with nine years of experience in music education.

Essiuns Tor Meemners Alama Heights RB Redd Ahuny Heights Falwin Gan 2Sam Wiiaday Teond Sad Gable Okhihoma Acard M Bacheloy Mag.iegrets Uren

Fort Worth Renews Livestock Trading

Fort Worth August 21 stock market activity at the Fort Worth Stockyards resumed after a three day strike by New stock handlers. Union and company officials planned to sign a contract by Friday with terms unanimously accepted by the union members, ending the walkout and restoring trading at the state’s largest livestock market.

Pore Worth Fort Worth Stockyards Company United Livestock Handlers Lemms Dave Bren Sip

Germans barter with South Africa for goods

Berlin reports Germany will receive large quantities of raw materials from South Africa under a barter deal closed in Pretoria yesterday. About 3,706,000 pounds worth of goods including white oil, ores and leather are to be exchanged, with payment in German manufactured products.

Berlin Germany South Africa Pretoria Yestertey

Forest Fires Close Washington and British Columbia

Forests in British Columbia and Washington were closed to logging and other activities as fires raged across the region. Despite weather gains, crews battled multiple blazes with 4000 workers in action near Olympic National Park. Kellogg Idaho and Trillamnok county faced solitary blazes, with damage and evacuations reported.

Seattle British Columbia Washington California Oregon Idaho Olympic National Peak Deep Creek Lihy Sappho United States Nelson D.C Kellogg TrHlannok

Moderates Leave World Zionist Congress Over Palestine Charters

In Geneva on January 21, delegates from the moderates faction quit the world Zionist congress amid disputes over election irregularities in Palestine. Forty two delegates withdrew from debate and committee work until further notice, affecting the congress but leaving 578 delegates still seated as efforts continue to unite a Jewish front against Britain's Arab dominated state plan in Palestine.

Geneva Aue World Zionist Congress Ini Nate Palestine Britain

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