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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 01, 1941

Page

13

Farewell to Gen Lahm at Randolph Field

Army and civilian friends gathered at Randolph Field Monday morning to bid farewell to Maj. Gen. Frank P. Lahm, the army’s first airplane pilot, as he departed for New York to live with his daughter Barbara. The Gulf Coast Training Center paid final tribute with a training center band and guard of honor in ceremonies attended by about 25,000 people from San Antonio and nearby stations. Lahm issued a message in his last official duty after retirement.

Army Frank PB. Lahm Randolph Field New York Barbara Training Center Guard of Honor Gulf Coast Training Center General Lahm San Antonio Lahm

West Point of the Air honors General Lahm at Randolph field

A sweeping farewell review at Randolph Field marked the end of General Lahm’s 40 year career. About 25,000 spectators watched 270 planes and 2,400 cadets salute the pioneer who helped build the air corps training program. Prominent officers from Maj. Gen. Arnold to Gen. Marshall sent letters praising his leadership and vision.

Oe Alr Afr Terord General Lahey Ueut Walter Kaueger Tairol Walter R. Weaver Southeast Air Corps ‘Training Center Henry 3. Arnold Get. Martin FP. Scanlon Washington Air States Clarence L. Thxel Mackisfield Tampa G. VW. Strang J. Hf. G. Lee Ang Paul B. Malone Highth Corps Herbert J. Brees Randolph Field M. P. Taber Lahm Forma National Defense Betty L. Stimson Army George C G. Claa Kelly, Brooks Randulph Wey Chie Lair West Port Anly Duthean Field Durant Lancan Gehernt Lahm Wid-Continent Ci. C. AR. GC T. GC Alder Tenking Comer Telbytoy United Stated Aviation

Man Admits Starting Fire at Salvation Army Building

A distraught porter at the Salvation Army shelter testified to starting a fire at a building behind 341 Bashc Commerce streets after overwork and resentment. Marshal took the signed statement. the blaze damaged a repair shop and a shed, with prior arson attempts noted by authorities.

Salyation Army Salvation Army Bashc A.B Mij Howrent Organizaon Sire

Minor Recovering After Operation

Robert oo payor av son of United States Deputy Marshal Houston Minor was reported recovering Monday in Memphis Tennessee Hospital where he underwent an appendix operation Lieut Kinison to take course United States coast guard station Nashiville Tennessee was on recruiting duty.

Robert Oo.payor United States Houston Minor Mempita Vern F Young Minor Ioeas Nashiwilte Tenn Lieut Kinison

Harmon Takes Command at Geneva Lane Retirement

General Harmon, chief of staff of the Gulf Coast Training Center, and Maj. Gen. Frank P. Dahm assumed command at Geneva. Harmon left Randolph Field by air for Kansas City to address the National Aviation Training Association before returning Tuesday.

Ivberk R. Harmon Gulf Coast Frank P. Dahm Geneva

Youth Arraigned On Letter Charge

Eugene Harris 19 was arraigned before U S Commissioner Paul Lockhart on a charge of sending an indecent letter. He was arrested last Saturday and held on $1000 bond as of Monday. Indecent debtor through the mid April 14.

Eugene Harris United States Paul Lockhart

Movement for Panl Kantian Permits Fort Bedning Return

First Lieut Panl Kantian of Bau jAntonio with Lor list infantry SGLH division in Camp Bawlé has been underon to Fort Bedning Ga to enttend Rometer in allotance routine. He will repost December 13.

Panl Kantian Bau jAntonio Lor List Infantry SGLH Camp Bawlé Fort Bedning

Knife-Wielders Injure Four During Weekend Attacks

Police seek four youths after Sunday assaults in Salinas with knife wounds to four victims. Victims include 17 year old in Morales Street area, 19 year old on North Street, and 27 year old on West Street. Suspects attacked a man and woman at 600 Treck Dolorosa, with one more victim battered on West Trusts Street.

Towdtos Morales Street Catnrain Salinas Rully Flores North Tutan al Tao Tilly Cruz Alan Bn Hudy Solis Smealeress

City License and Dues Collections Decline in 1941

City records show license and dues collected from June 1 to December 1 1941 drop by 21 280 compared with the same period last year. For 1940 the city took in 297 429 versus 276 063 for 1941 driven by corporation court receipts parking meter collections and food dealers licenses.

Jon J. Loderle Lodovic Periolually Bi Corporation

Nepotism and paying day anger in old editorial riff

A satirical piece mocks nepotism in Washington and mentions a hard working wife, a $1 salary household, and a critique of in law appointments. It riffs on a ranch era image, likening two blades of grass to two relatives getting jobs. The tone is caustic and humorous.

Arthur BAER TNLS Bberia

Poultry Deaths Puzzle Shocks Quintana Farm

Deputy sheriffs faced a mystery at the C D McKnight farm on Quintana road as live stock and poultry died. McKnight reported two sheep eight ducks and 10 chickens dead last Wednesday and two more sheep plus 29 chickens killed Sunday night. The owner and three large dogs were questioned. the owner denied dog involvement while absent deputies investigated.

C.D. McKnigh Quintana Road McKnight

Manny Arraigned On Drug Charge

Walter Manny was arraigned before United States Commissioner Paul Lakin Monday on a charge of violating federal marijuana laws. He was arrested by police on November 18 when 19 marijuana cigarettes containing 175 grains of the drug were allegedly found in his possession. Bond was set at $1500.

Walter Manny United States Paul Lakin Dly Pollen

Stores to Self War Stamps Drive Named

Sixty thousand stamps will be enlisted for the defense savings program. Retail stores cooperating with Frank Scoffald, national defense administrator, will offer stamps. A seven-member Calumilter directs the effort, with members including Albert L. Walters Dallas and Dr W J Danforth Fort Worth among others.

Frank Scoffald Udusinkstrador National Defense Scoffield Albert L. Walters Dallas W. J. Danforth Fort Worth Hoger Q. Flautnay Charles T. Lux Austin H. ©. Dill P. D. Marelaid Austiny A. HL Calvert San Antonia

Five Criminal Cases Cleared By Courts

In a Monday docket Judge W W McCrory presided as four defendants pled guilty. El bert Burrow of No 6 Zippsaling admitted two burglary counts and received five year terms to run concurrently. In the old Thirty seventh District courtroom Judge James Williamson jailed Escolasiea Ortly and Joe Sato for 60 days for aggravated assault. Plea by J B Patton led to L A Cottle being sentenced to two years for swindling by check. Cottle allegedly forged George M Burkholdt's name on a $6 check June 12.

Criminal District Court W. W. McCrory Elbert Burrow Sted No. 6 Zippsaling Rim G. Lauro East Arsenal Street Aurela Deuzman Water Street Thirty-seventh District James Williamson Tavedo Escolasiea

Theft Plea Brings Fine and Jail Term

A defendant identified as Doral d Meclure pleaded guilty to theft in County Court at Law No 2 and received a $15 fine and 15 days jail. The complaint alleged the theft of $22 worth of jewelry from James Melton of 1519 South St. Mary's Street on November 3.

Dorald Elm Street C. J.matthews McChire James Matford Melton St. Mary's Street

Mystery and Romance Blended in Cliffport Serial

A spring relocation to Cliffport for a shipyard project brings Kay face to face with a romance and mystery. She hopes to find Bruce and her freedom, while sudden plans shift as Allen Foorestall, a key local figure, leans into elite society. The shipyard and town intrigue promise adventure as Kay adapts to life above an aid station, awaiting further pages.

Dad Cliffport Bruce Allin Reid Douer Cliport Jima Allen Ellis Burton Conley Oak Uys

Also Mentioned on This Page

SAS Frank P. Lahm Randolph General Lanm Went Walter Arneger Revie Gen. Lahm Southwest Gulf Coast Air Corps Training Center Alliedr Corps Texas Tabm Handalph Kelly and Brooks Fields Kelly Aviaton Tee View Man Harmon Takes Command Bes Sima Wee le Baering Moe Fellows Manny Faberge By Fabeyge Manish Heaven By Anne Rowe Quarrency
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