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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 05, 1940

Page

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Two Thanksgivings in America Ongoing Fray Over Meaning

A long excerpt debates whether there should be one traditional religious Thanksgiving or a second secular Thanksgiving aligned with the New Deal. It questions the motives of Franklin Roosevelt and critiques policy, taxation, and American ideals. The piece traces the holiday’s origins to 1621 and expresses concern about commercialism and political overreach shaping the observance.

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Crash Knocks Eight Dead In United Air Lines Flight

United Airlines flight crashed near Chicago airport, killing eight and injuring twenty. Survivors indicate loss of speed on approach led to a nosedive from about 140 feet. the plane struck a three story building and a utility pole, igniting a blaze. Pilot, co pilot, and four others were found dead or dying. investigators sought cause while listing the deceased including Philip Geole, George Young, and Wilbert J. Austin, among others.

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Springtime Weather Forecast for San Antonio

A cheerful springtime notice predicts mild Thursday night and Friday with slightly higher Friday night temperatures. Expect moderate afternoon warmth and light to moderate skies as the week progresses according to U S weather reports.

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Champion Steer Fetches 3550 At Livestock Show Sale

Dee Dimcago Sarga, an 1060-Hour Steer owned by 18 year old Asay of Md, sold for 3550 at the International Livestock Exposition. Bidders driven by spirited competition pushed the price above the prior year, with Irene Brown of Aledo presenting the champion steer.

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Argentina Credit Move Signals U S Treasury Aid

Treasury and Export-Import Bank announced a $160 million credit to Argentina. Morganthau and Morantan discussed carving from stabilization funds a possible $10 million loan, with Las Piedson of the Export-Import Bank noting a later meeting to review terms.

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Freighters in distress off Ireland seek aid

A gale and heavy seas drive Greek and other freighters into danger west of Ireland. Distress signals prompt rescue calls as ships like a 4295 ton Greek freighter and the 745 ton British vessel receive assistance from nearby steamers and Saltwick area stations.

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Two Men Added to Shoplifting Detail in Amalia Palo

Police Chief Ray Ashworth announced that two men would join Detective Bava in the holiday shoplifting detail. The Saturday afternoon effort, led by Chief Ashworth, aims to curb theft during Christmas shopping.

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Cabinet Post Concrete War Secretary Appointment

The House completed a constitutional bill today to authorize the president to appoint an under secretary of War in the current administration. The move tightens executive control over wartime staffing and signals ongoing cabinet reshuffles.

Washington

British Lose 3 Planes in Raids

Berlin reports state that three British planes were shot down during raids carried out by German forces last night. Dispatches say German raiders struck targets along the Landis and Binniaghant region, with bombs dropped in Western Germany and damage noted to several houses. The German high command claimed two of the ships destroyed by intenderate fire, while the third fell to Nazi fighters, and German aerial activity over Britain was limited to reconnaissance flights.

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British loan talk sparks protest in Washington

December reports a heated debate as Britain seeks loans while U S officials and senators scrutinize policy. Morgenthauendorses Britain credit rating amid questions about aid and the Chungkingsoviet era fund, with Taft opposing unilateral action and urging congressional approval.

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Weather Forecast for Amouin and Surrounding Areas

Partly cloudy conditions with a mix of light to moderate northern winds. Airport temperatures show a high near 68 on Thursday, a low around 40 in the morning, and a high near 70 on Friday. Cloudy periods persist with warmer trends inland and cooler nights, with possible showers across the east and south portions Thursday night into Friday morning.

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British Labour rebels reject peace bid in vote

In London a Labour motion pushing for peace talks and a wartime settlement was rejected. Party figures from Glasgow defended compromise while Attlee criticized appeasement and Maxton mocked proposals as the debate split the party amid postwar tensions.

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Greece Launches Major Attack On Bases In Balkan Front

The report details a Greek offensive across bases in the Balkans with fighting near Tirana and Premet. Italian forces reportedly withdraw to southern fronts as Greece presses along a northwest axis, while counterattacks by Italian units fail to push back the Greek advance.

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Heiress Father Case Noted In Charleston Proceedings

Attorneys announced in Charleston today a matter involving a New York heiress and her father. Details remain fragmentary but indicate ongoing legal action with connections to financial interests and potential shares. Further filings are expected to clarify parties and stakes.

Oil firms edge crude prices in Texas coastal market

Republic Oil and Refining announces crude prices averaging 20 cents below, with drops varying by gravity across Nueces and San Patricio counties. Texas fields and Gulf Coast areas see price cuts as refiners move to align with a national trend. Masons cite immediate price reductions. industry officials anticipate broader coastwise cuts.

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Greek Highways Bombed Amid Intensive Allied Attacks

A mixed air offensive reported across the Greek front as Allied forces target roads bridges and military works. The communique notes repeated bombardments and a sinking near the Aegean while Turkish and Albanian actions are mentioned in the broader theater.

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Gas Price Wars Flayed by Thompson

Austin Tex Thomspon of the Texas railroad commission argues gasoline pricing should reflect crude cost refining and marketing. He criticizes price wars as marketing problems driven by competition and urges basing prices on actual costs rather than aggressive sales tactics.

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