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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1940
Page
6
Reporter describes British armored divisions along the coast, detailing heavy tanks in action, new tank types under production, and the shift in tactics away from air blitz to armored warfare. He notes readiness for a spring German invasion and highlights training, weapon details, and a cross country ride in a tank.
A fragmented report outlines land options for a new airport north of the city, with B J Altgelt valuing nearby acreage at 150 per acre and a 309 acre parcel offered at 499 per acre. The piece notes intra party clashes over courthouse jobs, election plans, and staff maters, referencing notes, plans for paper ballots, and potential meetings with international officials.
In High Point a scene unfolded as two large men hauled a wood burning cookstove into a store while a woman after them stated she wished to measure it for piping. The incident captures a glimpse of daily life in a small town setting with local shop routines and decision moments.
City expenditures show 99.51 covering limousine and two officers to Mexico City with the mayor, while 169.22 was paid to Telmburse Fare and Commissioner Lipscomb for advances to police officers for official business. A 399.51 Mexico trip cost was bundled with in‑duty police expenses, plus nearly 15 for breakage repair.
Owen Kilday names deputies and leaves for an extended hunting trip as predicted by The Don. The description details crew positions in a tank crew, periscope views, and the rough ride through terrain as the assault continues, highlighting the heavy equipment and tense motion of the unit.
A garbled war scene depicts a tense naval or aerial engagement with soldiers aboard a vessel. The narrator notes periscope activity, a fast-moving silhouette, and incoming shellfire. A commanding voice orders, Carry on, as the action rages around him.
The city clerk's office plans scrutiny before removing votes from voting machines after finding inconsistencies in totals. In precinct 18, votes appear missing on last amendment sheets, while in precinct 104 a single amendment shows 22 in favor but none against. Such machine slips could trigger a legal tangle in a tight race. The Maverick is expected to travel to Washington on a crucial mission as year-end events unfold.
A jumble of notes from John Luter Olivia Haldessarelli and others recount travels across Europe and Central America with the famed dancer La Mert returning with Japanese house shoes seen for sale in San Antonio. The column touches on local ads a Christmas display a flu era graduation plans and a mix of names and small town happenings.
Discontent surrounds Charley Fetera who announced Ben Camp as night sergeant amid purges blamed on the Maverick administration. Willie Maldonado, labor union head, secured an appointment with RILDAY as business agent, while a brother planned to join the city parking meter department but was dismissed before starting. Former mayor Adss Lawhorn and four other deputy appointees face public doubt as county commissioners discuss funding changes.
Former school board head Meneffee proposes a 556 666 bond to fund a new municipal airport near Alamo Heights Terrell Hill and Olmax Terrace with county city and regional shares. He promises no defeat in the January 21 election and urges shared financing, noting alternate routes and local impact.
Plans to discuss a new military road route near the city west section involving engineer plots. G Maddox, district highway supervisor, will meet Judge Charles Anderson and county commissioners to refine the route closer to town. Local names and places referenced.
San Antonio Manufacturers' Association announces continuous meetings through 1941 to organize collective bidding on National defense contracts and subcontracts. Carl Poe chairs the manufacturers' committee negotiations. A survey by G. O. Lee shows San Antonio and Southwest Texas receiving portions of $3,000,000,080 from the War Department and $5,260,000 from the Navy Department.
Judge W W McGrory denied a retrial motion for Raymond Sandoval who was sentenced to five years for robbery by assault. Sandoval was found guilty of robbing Humberto Gonzales of $10 on May 18, 1949 at 1914 West Gammeree Street.
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