Reich Bombings Hit Ruhr On Eighth Consecutive Day
British long range bombers struck Germany for the eighth straight day. RAF four engine bombers hit rail yards at Trotsdorf and a synthetic oil plant at Schleven-Buer in the Ruhr. US strategic air force reported over Germany again. German warnings spoke of heavy raids over the Ruhr and southwest Germany. Losses included 14 heavy bombers and 28 fighters for the US Eighth and Ninth Air Forces on New Year’s Eve. Allied air actions damaged or destroyed locomotives and freight cars and many vehicles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Britain
Germany
Trotsdorf
Schleven-Buer
Ruhr
United States
Orce
Enab
Europe
Italy
Iy News
Eva Dance
Eighth
Ninth Air Forces
Castroville
Joe Harriman
Orch
R.A. F. Bomber Command
Andy
Second Tactical Air Force
Night dances and New Year events across halls and lodges
The listing notes multiple dances from Moonlite Tavern in Helotes to Hermann Sons Hall in St Marys and other venues. Bands include Melody Kids, Nie meyer's Orch, Werder Lodge No 80 and Victory Playboys. Dates span Dec 30 to Dec 31 with 8 pm to 4 am timings and admission around $1. Events are for members or advertised public dances with various sponsors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aly Hermann Sons Hall
St. Mary’s
Niemeyer’s Orch
Howe Ass'n
Cidv
Hermann Sons Hall
Werder
Churchill Hopes War End in 1945
Prime Minister Churchill expressed cautious hope that Germany would be beaten in 1945 in a New Year message to Primrose League members. He noted the Allies were entering a year that should bring victory in Europe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Landon
Churchill
Germany
Primrose League
Europe
Baby Born in Snow Aided by Bank Staff at Hospital
Terri Ann Zellman, born in a snowbound scene outside St. Luke's Hospital, escaped harm after the mother Mrs. Harry Zellman tripped entering the hospital. Hospital attendants reported the baby had no ill effects as a motorist found the infant minutes later and aided the scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Terri
Ann Zellman
St. Luke's Hospital
Harry Zellman
Chaplin Heirs Suit Features Scathing Lawyer Attacks
In Los Angeles on December 30, Barry Barry lawyer hurled harsh epithets at Charlie Chaplin during final arguments in the paternity suit over 14 month old Orvid. Joan Barry’s attorney ridiculed Chaplin as a “master mechanic” and “Svengali,” while defense countered with blood test notes and cautioned jurors to weigh expert opinion as mere weight. The case proceeds with final instructions and a potential verdict next Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Los Angeles
Charlie Chaplin
Hawd
Buazara
Joan Bany
Chirapiin
Orvid
Joseph Scott
Chaplin
Ehoty
Miss Barry
Scott
Joan
Tulsa
Oklo
Carol Ann
Beverly Hills
Chapin
Rimeself
E. Mullican
Scotth
California
Italian Front Remains Fluid Despite Allied Pressure
Allied forces report intensified German movement along the Tyrrhenian coast between Spezia and the Serchio valley while the Serchio pocket holds. American Fifth Army withdraws from Barga and Gallicano as German thrusts on a six mile Serchio front continue, with air strikes targeting coastal bridges and routes. The Eighth Army notes patrol clashes along the Seni river fronts. Goering and other Nazi leaders issue New Year proclamations via DNB promising victory, with no direct delivery from Goering.
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Rome
Tyrrhenian
Sevtor
Hallay Front
Seretio
Serclilo
Fornaci
Fifth Army
Barga
Gallicano
Air Force
Spezia
Emmy Po
Seni
Oklahoma Private Fights On After Eye Shot
Private Francis F.E. Daubner of Kenmore, N.Y., earned a firefight reputation by shielding his squad after his left eye was blown out. He crawled under heavy German fire to withdraw wounded comrades, then dragged a second injured soldier to safety yard by yard. He fired with a Browning as his squad retreated, refused aid, and insisted on continuing the assault.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hal Boyle
Siegfried Lin
Flelt
Wilhout
Pvt
Francis FE. Daubner
Kenmore
Daubner
Ourines
Pbiubner
Miss Elizabeth Anne McNair Weds Lt Louis Reads Jr
In Dallas Mr and Mrs William McNair announce the marriage of their daughter Elizabeth Anne to Lieut Louis W Reads Jr The ceremony was December 17 at Oak Cliff Presbyterian Church officiated by Dr Thomas Gallaber Lt Reads recently served as transport pilot in the C B I area The bride attended Alamo Heights School Also noted is a separate item: London reports the coldest Christmas period in Southern England in over 50 years with temperatures around 38 degrees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis W. Rhoads JR
Elizabeth Anne McNair
William McNair
Dallas
Elizabeth Anne
Louis W. Reads Jr
Oak Cliff Presbyterian Church
Thomas F. Gallaber
Rhoads
C.B. 1
Alamo Heights
English Vale
London
England
Greek King Names Regent in Greece Amid Regency Talks
News from Athens says King George II of Greece is authoritatively reported to have agreed to a regency under Archbishop Damaskinos as Greece seeks a political settlement. ELAS fighters reportedly sent Churchill a peace offer and a truce proposal. British forces maintain control of Corfu as Zervas forces retreat toward the island. The Athens battlefront drive is described by British HQ as highly successful.
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New York
George
Greece
Damaskinos
Fegent
Athens
George II
ELAS
Churchill
Churenill
Ronald Scobie
London
Napoleon Zervas
ELAG
Corfu
Zervas
Texas Marks 99th Year as State
The Associated Press notes Texas marked another milestone Friday as statehood nears its centennial. Plans by the centennial statehood commission move forward, with a noonday interdenominational service at Travis Park Methodist Church led by Rev. John Deschner of McKinley Avenue Methodist Church, sponsored by the San Antonio Ministers Association.
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Texas
Aly
State
Nl Statehood Commission
John Deschner
McKinley Avenue Methodist Church
Travis Park Methodist Church
San Antonio
Pattern 9080 dress patterns offered by San Antonio Light
Beginners find Pattern 9080 easy to make with springtime fabric ideas in cotton or rayon. Sizes listed include 12 14 14 18 20 30 32 34 36 35 40 42 and size 16.5 with yardage details for 36 inch fabric. Order patterns for 20 cents plus 15 cents for the Marian Martin pattern book, payment in coins, and mail to The San Antonio Light Pattern Department. Delivery may take two weeks or longer.
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San Antonio Light Pattern Department
San Antonio
Texas
Marian Martin
Lorders
New York
Dinner Honors Miss Jackson at Mrs Wood's party
Miss Irene Jackson and her fiancé Captain William F. Thompson were honored at a dinner party hosted by Mrs. Frank L. Wood. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Quereau Captain and Mrs. Mueller and Major John Locke.
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Irene Jackson
William F. Thompson
Frank L. Wood
Douglas Quereau
Mueller
Maj
John Locke
Capt T H Flournoy Weds Miss Farley in San Antonio
Capt T H Flournoy and Miss Farley were married in San Antonio with Lieut Farley as best man and Thomas Roy Flournoy Jr. among the attendees. The bride, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Elvin, becomes part of a military station life as the couple plan to reside near Randolph Field where Capt Flournoy is stationed.
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George Ann Farley
Pauline Strickland
George Elvinbride
Farley
Newman Dendy
Thomas Roy Flournoy Jr
Thomas
San Antonio
Rey Flournoy
Hessument
Flournoy
Randolph
Cadets usher at Hansel and Gretel in San Antonio
Texas Military Institute cadets Carl Krueger Jr Tom Prost II Morgan Frasher Mac Fluss Willan Zander John Rowan Alex Krueger Jr Wilbur Littleton Aldes Cadwallader Thad Ziegler helped at the San Antonio Civic Opera performance at Municipal Auditorium. Mrs Asa Beach and Mrs Patricia Krueger chaired the event for the audience and hospitality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas Military Institute
Hansel and Gretel
San Artorio Civic Opera Company
Municipal Auditorium
Carl Krueger Jr
Tom Prost II
Morgan Frasher
Mac Fluss
Willan Zander
John Rowan
Alex Krueger Jr
Wilbur Littleton
Aldes Cadwallader
Thad Ziegler
Asa Beach
Patricia Krueger
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Breger
Dave Breger
Timex Square
Reich
Moonlite
Tavern
The
Melody Kids
Leule
Hill Top Hall
Pioneer Orch
Cadv
Sun
American Eagles
Turkey Trotters
Ben Patton
His
Playboys
Braun's
Schuhardt Oren
Tax Inc
Flores St
Victory Playboys
Tunee
HK. T
Laule
Cary
Barry
Harrangues
Wycaees
Albuquerqin
Amarilla
Auatin Az Raston
Brownaville
Cheyenne
Denver - del Ha
el Pasares
Fort Worth
Predericksburg
Houston
Jackuonville Aero
Laredo
Memphia
New York City
Oklahoma City
Ontaria
Pueblo
Cato
Waco
Goering Kheaks
Reichsmarshal
Goering
DNB
Lio
St. Anthony Hotel
KTSA
Albert P. Shirkey
Symphotizires
Frank A. Heberlein
First Baptist Church
Fourth and
Taylor Streets
Perry F. Webb, D.D
Pastor
KABC
Baptist Temple
Drexel Avenue
South Gavers Street
Shelton G. Posey
Miss McNair
Liieutenant
Miss Jackson
T.h.flournoy
Bradfield Oxford
Margaretta Moss
Albuquerque
N. M
University of
Woes
Miss Enderle
W. C. Avey
Charlotte Enderle
Kelly Field Exchange Building
Gayle
Afr
Durham
Plane Lambert
Ye Alam
Joske
Sonvenent
Je Be Caiver
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