23 Dec 1950
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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1950
Page
1
A parade of language translations for Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year is noted with playful mistranslations and misprints. The piece also includes a local tip on tartar sauce from old sailor Rowley and a thank you from Mary Bill Montgomery to the women who recovered a purse at the post office.
Leslie Barres Rose, 67, of Portland, was to be taken to San i prison to begin a 1 to 5 year term after pleading guilty to passing a $25 check without funds. The case was in Lakeport, California.
Homer C. Mitts, 63, of Searthlight Nevada, a former attorney, conducted his own defense at a Savec t trial and was acquitted by a Chicago federal court jury of selling worthless mining stock in a case tied to alleged fraud involving stock sales and investment schemes.
Gen Walker, a key Patton era commander, dies in a Jeep collision near Seoul. Reports vary on exact cause as Walker’s death shocks officers. body to Tokyo, widow in Japan, MacArthur calls loss profound to U.S. and allied forces on the peninsula.
An obituary notes the death of a Texas City widow, widow of Brit Le Ways, long known San Antonio dentist. She is survived by a son, a sister, grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral arrangements are pending with details including burial at Burisl vark and services under direction of AcCcllum-aleilinger mor.
Amarillo reports a telegram from cattlemen denouncing the state of the union. Twenty two signed the message urging removal of Secretary Acheson, a tougher Monroe Doctrine, and stronger defenses to confront perceived threats in the western hemisphere.
General Rideway emerges as the new Eighth Army commander following a grim campaign that saw a 220 mile tactical retreat to the Pusan beachhead. He previously served as deputy chief of staff and led the 82nd Airborne, with WWI experience commanding the 18th Airborne Corps in Europe.
Orrows and Albert Small dominate a quirky quilting contest as Small spends evenings piecing quilts. Officials report Stat has completed 123,200 pieces, showcasing a nation’s champion quilter.
Fire swept a fertilizer plant near Charleston triggering nitrate explosions in 21 boxcars. The plant superintendent collapsed from a heart attack during the blaze and died shortly after. Officials estimate damage at 34,000,000.
Police report a wave of holiday burglaries and auto thefts across San Antonio. Jerry McMahon's residence at 4008 Mittman St was looted for four watches valued at 190 dollars, a 100 dollar diamond stickpin, a pistol and cash. Batteries were stolen from cars left at Cumaron Street while residents attended a party. Other incidents include a purse taken from Ruth Locke at 2301 S Olive Street, a man’s coat and gifts stolen from Joe Meigaard’s vehicle on Benham Street, and a suit case with clothing from George Pabich at Missouri Pacific depot. News brief notes several fragmented thefts and damaged items citywide.
In Santa Monica on December 23, court filings tied Mrs. Minnewa Bel Ross to Elliott Roosevelt as her husband Dr Rex J. Ross Jr pressed to reinstate his divorce action. Rex Roosevelt denied the accusation, pledged five hours with his wife, and a custody dispute was central as a Jan. 5 hearing was scheduled.
The Racouetered Press reports a heavy holiday travel toll as Christmas rush begins. National Safety Council estimates up to 440 traffic fatalities over the three day period with several other deaths from miscellaneous causes. States show varying counts led by New York, Texas, and South Carolina with five each.
Monsey area suffers major blaze destroying Smonsey's two biggest department stores along with a barber shop and a restaurant. Early estimates place damages up to 1 million dollars as authorities investigate the cause and assess structural losses.
A University of Missouri student, about 20, was found dead in a Columbia rooming house. Authorities labeled it death by own action, a likely suicide. The incident occurred in a campus area, with limited details released pending further investigation.
Fire at Walker geriatric home six miles northeast of Amarillo killed ten bedridden residents during a Christmas gathering. Two patients escaped, one visitor killed. Fire spread from barracks to a dormitory. water shortages hindered efforts. Officials said the home was privately operated under contract with Potter County.
U S weather map shows snow arriving in northern New England and New York with showers in southern Florida and far northwest states. Scattered flurries expected in central Great Lakes region, Northern Plains, and northern Rocky Mountains. Warming trend limited to the Midwest and Southeast with little temperature change overall.
Singapor eans and Federation of Malaya residents planning to sail to England face long waits as steamer bookings up to June are sold out. Fewer ships enter Singapore port postwar, while travel to the United States remains easier with more available freighters and liners. Currency restrictions limit departures, with most travelers being American citizens seeking passage.
In Bankfurt Germany the American GT brand finds favor as about 80 to 90 percent of German smokers prefer American grown Virginia tobacco over the Oriental blend. The shift signals a strong taste for imported American tobacco among German consumers.
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