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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 27, 1939

Page

10

The Wealth and Power of the Chemical Industry

Forbes notes the chemical industry produces about one fifth of US manufacturing, leads market value among industries, and drives living standards. It cites Du Pont and other sources, with 1940s figures showing $6.76 billion in stock value, payroll over $2 billion, and dominance over petroleum and steel sectors.

Forbes B.C America AIERE Lammot du Pont E. L du Pont de Nemours Noval Chemical N. ¥. Stock Exchange du Pont Guaranty Trust Company of New York Sandaton Mater Cory

JURY TO STUDY U S ESPIONAGE IN DETROIT REGION

Attorney General Frank Murphy said evidence of sabotage and espionage in Detroit Flint and Lansing will be presented next week in Washington to a special grand jury. He noted cooperation with the automotive industry and the war department, warned against political prosecutions, and promised action against those who break the law. Murphy spoke in Detroit during Christmas and planned to return to Washington tonight.

Detroit Frank Murphy Flint Lansing Washington Murphy Automotive War Department Christiaas

Divorces Granted and Marriages Listed in Bexar Vital Statistics

Bexar County vital records show divorce suits filed including Barnard vs Barnerd, with multiple divorces granted. The section also lists numerous marriage pairings, births, and building permits, naming individuals, addresses, hospitals, and dates through December. The long column preserves local names, ages, places, and procedural notes from county records.

Barnard Dale Barnerd Blaine Iliabeth King Robertan W. Hicks Elanora Hicks Marriags Crespil R. Gazibay Jesus Salaz Jet B Hutehereon Atta Mae

Army Orders Summary of transfers and retirements

Washington dispatch lists Army movements and retirements including officers such as Tom T. H. O'Rear AC Fort Winfield Scott to the Philippines Karley G Schudt FD to retirement and several transfers to Fort Des Moines Fort Sam Houston Hawaii and other posts with notes on assignments and destinations in a concise orders summary.

Washington Ytiterday Cole Tom T. H. O'Rear Fort Winfield Scott Philippine Karley G Schudt Lienl Col Soha Beott Bathmore Reynolds Kort Monroe Fort Des Moinea Robert Bruna M. C Panama Harold. Smyser Fark Hamilton Hawaii Edwin Camm Fort Sam Flouston Levin L. Lee Tuscaloosa Ala

Grandfather Offered Reward After Fourth Granddaughter Born

Pittsfield Massachusetts December 17 four time grandfather John E. Fitzgerald received a $160 offer for a grandson. The bid followed the birth of his fourth granddaughter by his daughter Mrs. Frank J. Kelley of Lee. He would have preferred a grandson and noted he would give $100 for a grandson.

Pittsfield Mass John E. Fitzgerald Frank J. Kelley Lee

Fragmented Warranty Deeds Across Numerous Lots and Parties

A long list of warranty deeds and property transfers dated mostly December 1930s and November 1939s, involving dozens of individuals and corporations. Transfers include lots in various blocks and neighborhoods, with notes on consideration, monthly payments, and liens. Named parties include Florence McGroihh, Mocka J Somerset Place, Home Owners' Loan Corporation, Ralph G Allen, Laura Lang, Daniel OConnell, and many others across multiple San Antonio area subdivisions.

I. FP McGlothin Florence McGroihh Mocka J. Somerset Place J. Haly Gus B. Awuermann Santholme Sedition Linan Corporation HL W. Ferrier Tx Harry Loty Anna Brillzet O'Connell Daniel I, O'conner Souin Anne Bridget O'Connell William P. O'Connell County Black Wilifar P. O'Connell Daniel F_O'Connell Loma Linda Con Pearl Lawrence Sephtia Af BH Zablteato Clayton Bloc Maude E Ahtten Mont Culm John Obadil Johanna Obvadal Beerk Fort of Gant Bref Conye Cliborns Barringer B. Greathouse Xunny South Frank A. Regble J. M. Marrin Block H. Wooulawn Dick Praseel Hiehard A. Tothertux Los Angeles Heishls. Con Bualee Tema Séte Laura G. Lang Virel Irvin Julia Youns Ned St. Wella Fee Sam Lusiy Cub Comet Pedro Herrera el Sam DB Lifshutz Emily Writht New M Wells Sam B. Lifshutz Tiecender Teresa Beltran Ned M. Wella Uroslee Wack Cnn Co. M. Lents Laura L. Iankina Ferme Nie Juha T. ‘Kent Lumbye Company Talla Gréen Kunts Lumber Company Anal Fort Ak Harlandata Tata Breen Eanihus GE Triakle John J. Kuntz Lumber Company Claude Sampson Ck Ux G. Hinshaw Agueda Villarreal de Riglas Sunset Place Sofie Pina Feme Sole I -Amp Lesrey Kana William&. Kang Tot & Snd Willina G. Kans Seabey Kane Ike Monty Dux Crepin Coldbeck Salvador Asistar Bara B. Gifshtuz Tata Jefferson Manor Binet Willier Hitler Blanchard Ate Monticelia Land Company of San Antonio N. Straus Nayfach Tillyer-Dentech- Jarratt Company Straus Grisham’ Etux Monticello Land Company Alberto Weiner Albert Quintana Maria, Guintana Anioog Building and Loan Association M. ‘Heck. Struster Dacumber West W. E Turner Jesse Denavides Devember JTL White Company H.R. Syr New Homes, Inc W. Werh Nt Us Teftersim Menor Rice Pansy Janeen Can

Fire Aid Set for Hot Wells Fire Protection Plan

Fire and Police Commissioner Lonng Lipscomb instructed Chief C A Hart to arrange fire protection for the Hot Wells area under a contract. Olmos Park will pay 50 dollars for protection while the city may take 125 per call with three units and 50 per grass fire. A committee led by O L Wiley negotiated a 500 dollar aluminum payment to cover protection until May 30. Lipscomb noted Tarinsdale has shown interest in a similar contract.

Lonng Lipscomb C. A. Hart Tipscomb Olmos Park O. L Wiley Ira Kerchevillé Lipscomb Tarinsdale Gerard Tan

Fire Alarm Damage Reported on Monterey Street

A fire alarm incident on Monterey Street involved multiple residences. Damage described includes a broken window curtain, a stove leak, and related smoke effects. No fatalities reported. The event appears tied to a cigarette and occurred around 40 1.2007.

Yoraday Bassulle M, Jones Monterey Street Dameze

Statue of Liberty painting and Masters poem in magazine

A celebrated American artist frames an inspiring Statue of Liberty on the front cover of the American Weekly. The issue features Edgar Lee Masters’s view poem along with the artwork, promoting America’s priceless heritage on the Sunday edition’s first page.

Edgar Lee Masters América Herdom American Weekly

Charters and Associates Hypothetical Theatre Firm Milestones

Fragmented OCR notes describe a fictional theatre company and numerous names with scattered references to incorporators, amendments, finance, and postings. The garbled text mentions FI Paxo Texas groups, Reth and Ol company, George Hancroft and Keira Sportine Conds, and a $1000 figure amid amendments and campions.

Echarter Clapinn Fagh Jrun C.D. Kirk Clay Everhardy Associated Threatrical Company FI Paxo Texan Fl Cran Renal Oataln Raphal Tock Sino Incorporatorn Tee Gindard Miller Bates M Reth Rancroft Ol Company Ran Antonin Ole Cap Haltock OU Elites Nue Thernerie Fora George Hancroft Dancraft Oftf Bozat Keira Sportine Conds Company Citan Tora Corp Arla rehinnedAasnail Tacamaratarns G. Keith Aames VB Thdbied Jack A Toate Jr Pediard Woot Campions

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