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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 20, 1945

Page

3

Vote Case to Be Appealed to Supreme Court

Wyre wrann counsel for Taxpayers' Protective League said they will appeal the city tax contest case to the United States Supreme Court, despite a late Wednesday ruling in favor of the city. Judge Roy Archer ruled the league failed on all five counts and upheld a $5,700,000 bond issue amid allegations of fraud and improper voting in Torre HN and Olmos areas. The league plans to push the case long as possible, though final disposition could come within six months.

Gamer Wyre Wrann Via Taxpayers’ Protective League United States Supreme Court Roy Archer Austin Districk Hyree Hse Torre Hns Olmos Pars T. D. Dobbs Mauermann Stahl Icem Cal Wright Johnson Pam Sha Archer Comtestess

Rapid Strides in Air Travel Seen by Chamber

T S Braniff president of Craniff Airways told the chamber of commerce at the Plaza hotel that air travel is set to advance in the early peace era. He urged faith in domestic policy solving aviation issues and highlighted Mexico and Latin America routes. Other speakers included GW Miller and Perry Shankle. Membership reaches 607 with new officers and directors announced.

Mruchh T. SB. Braniff Craniff Airways Chamber of Commerce Plaza Hotel Evaniff United States Civil Aeronautics Board Braniff Mexico Texas Monterrey Mexico City Wille Crossroad Ciltes Sa Antanio Nest Chamber GW. Miller Perry Shwokle Miller M Mem Bership Alex Thomas Vier Shankle Vce Melrose James W. Crenshaw Andrew Dilworth Hurson Kageam Wiliam Judson C. E. Lathmer Louis LeMore

Navy awards Distinguished Service Medal to Gen. Andrew D. Bruce

In Tokyo Maj. Gen. Andrew D. Bruce of the 77th Infantry Division received the Distinguished Service Medal for his determined effort and ignitable courage during the fierce drive toward the retaking of Guan in 1984.

Tokyo Woe Andrew D. Bruce Temple Guan

Caught in Vice Roundup

Mieven men and women were snared by the vice squad in a series of raids Tuesday night and were being held for questioning on bookings. Branch Rickey, president of the Brooklyn Dodgers, was hospitalized in New York for observation after an influenza attack.

Rickey New York Branch Rickey Brooklyn Dodgers

City Health Data Reflect San Antonio’s Public Health Rating

San Antonio received a good rating from the American Public Health Association after a review of 18 major items including laboratory service, industrial hygiene, food control, and milk plants. Local officials urged transparency as they acknowledge immunization gaps and health department data accuracy, while officials note planned hospital improvements and possible funding to upgrade facilities and training.

San Antonio P. J. Nixon Department American Public Health Association Howard M. Bush Bexar County Medical Society City Health Department Lewis Robbins City Health Nixon

Radio Clock Soon Ready for Market

A new radio clock that automatically turns on your favorite radio program wakes you up and can start an electric coffee maker or toaster. The device, shown as one of 194 new electrical devices ready for market, was discussed by a rural electrification official at the St. Louis section meeting of engineers.

Ier Jabin Wiifelt Galileo Ana Hacizer Ure Standards Quviston The Rural Electrification Administration St. Louis American Institute of Electrical Enegineees

Determined Dan Barbey’s long road to Annapolis

Navy lore recalls Vice Admiral Daniel Edward Barbey as the Seventh Fleet’s commander and a legendary force on amphibious operations. Born in Portland, Oregon, he defied medical rejections, pursued entry with stubborn resolve, and won appointment after battles with academy boards and a crafty senator, proving his determination by marching all the way to Annapolis and onward in a storied naval career.

Wal Shanghat Navy Dan Barbey U. S. Seventh Fleet Daniel Edward Darbey Antapolis Medical Board Academy Portland Ore Soxyle Barbey Darbey Ind Annapolis Barbey

Longest Coastline States Claims and Distorted Phrases

Florida has 1107 miles of coastline the most of any state California 913 miles Louisiana third and Texas fairs in coast length errors and ambiguous wording remain.

Florida California Louisiana Texas

Bexar 4-H Boys Set Records in County Activities

Bexar County 4-H reports record turnout with 25 clubs and 505 members. Swine projects lead with 82 enrolled and 34 completing. funds and sales total $16,000-plus. Grand and reserve champions named at Houston Fat Stock Show. calves fed and sold weigh 27,279 pounds bringing $9,903.77. Soil and forage education emphasize legumes and hybrid corn demonstrations. livestock improvement topics gain traction with 358 females selected for registered breeders and $299,692 declared in cattle and calves. County agents conducted nine livestock shows and 2203 farm visits to support extension work.

R.A. Pitehugh Bexar County Alesy Beeville Bexm Cotuities

How to Salute: Placing the Hand Over the Heart

A fragmentary note discusses proper army salutes with disagreement over wording. The navy cites a different phrase for how to salute, while the army seeks guidance on correct gesture and etiquette.

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