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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 07, 1939

Page

2

End of Spanish Civil War Seen Near in 1940s Debate

Franco's insurgents push toward the French frontier as government forces retreat into exile. Negrin, premier, travels in Spain while Alvarez del Vayo and envoys in Detus consult France and Britain. Diplomats expect no reprisals and Spain’s independence to be promised as talks continue in secrecy.

Perpignan Franco Fen Spain Europe Juan Negrin Manuel Agata Republic France Collognes Geneva Francisco Franco Catalonia Negrin Jully Alvarez del Vayo Great Britain Assurantes

Nazi film firms seek American market in South America

Movie operators report German interests aim to place at least one million German films in South America this year. Germans released only 14 films in Argentina last year, versus 377 United States imports, signaling a growing U S led competition in the region.

Bueros Aires Fev South America Argentina United States

Weather summary and scattered temperatures across regions

The bulletin reports partly cloudy skies in San Antonio and vicinity with warmer Tuesday nights and unsettled Wednesday. Temperatures include a high around 68, a Tuesday low near 52, and a Monday high of 12 with a Tuesday low around 43. The rest lists varied weather observations across multiple U.S. and Canadian locations with cloudy, clear, or mixed conditions and regional notes on winds and humidity.

San Antonio Texas

Kenson Quits as Taxicab Inspector and Succession Planned

Kin yon Keron resigns after five years as taxicab inspector for the city. Mayor Quin says the resignation, received January 5, follows a close personal and political friendship with the mayor. Theodore Mayen to succeed, former chief assistant inspector who held the post one year. Angel Barloco named as deputy.

King Keron G. K. Quin Kesian Plain-Trust Kenton Theodore Mayen Ibas Mayen Angel Barloco

Kennon resigns as city taxicab inspector in Quin era

Former deputy and longtime ally of Mayor Quin, Kennon announced his resignation as chief taxicab inspector. He declined to reveal his new business plans, stated he would stay near city hall until the election, assist the successor, and support Quin in the campaign. Kennon has served since 1934 in various city roles and is a cousin of the mayor.

Shortf Albert Hauser Pete McKenazie J . Quin Kennon Qun Pack Department of Weights and Measures Kennom Quin Mayen

Threats Fail to Silence Strikers' Supporter in New York

Mrs. Bijar, wife of a striking worker, defies anonymous threats as she continues picketing an apartment house near Central Park despite over $3000 spent on aid. Independent union members were replaced by Building Service Employees International Union Local 92-B. Police offer a $1000 reward for identification of those who threatened her.

New York Harry Eldur Les Hexsalt Bijor Mith Pentrak Park Peng Rébert Notre- Dame University Wham Arne Nion A. F Bainbrick Uni Ite Cheattie Conn Academy

Students Get Candy Before Examination at Indiana University

Bloominton Ind Feb suspense as Prof Carroll Christenson gives an economics exam with chocolate drops. Students suspect a trick but the professor cites psychologists who claim a direct link between concentrated food consumption and intellectual activity. Examinations graded but papers not yet returned.

Bloomington Ind Fev Caroll Christenson Indiana University Curistengen

Hit Run Car Kills Valley Resident in McAllen

Solomon Guerra, 23, of the valley died Sunday after a hit and run on Highway 4 between Alamo and San Juan. He suffered broken legs chest and head injuries and died Tuesday at Municipal hospital. He was the sixth traffic victim of 1839 in this area.

Valley Mcallen Solomon Guerra

Death probe into rancher fatal gunshots near Blexico

An investigation was announced today into the death of Marin Garan, 61, who died from gunshot wounds at his ranch in Blexico. Reynosa pathologists are handling the case, with authorities stating details are forthcoming.

Mgallen Foh Marin Garan Blexico Reynosa Pathce

Federal tax on securities would raise 187 million

A fragmented financial note estimates that taxing both state and federal securities could yield about 204 million yearly in revenue, with added interest costs leaving a profit near 187 million. It discusses exemptions, salaries, and the potential shift of funds between federal and state accounts, noting a net gain of 96 million and revised figures around s.

Desert Bait Ji Taty Public Finance Pede' Ton Ork Ravenue Edon Feds Seni

Red Cross to Elect 10 Directors at Bexar Chapter Meeting

The Bexar county chapter of the American Red Cross will hold its annual meeting at 1 am on Wednesday at the GL Anthonny hotel. Ten new directors will be elected, with T. C. Witchell presiding. After the meeting, the board will elect officers and hear talks on the Red Cross role with the community and the Army.

Bexar ‘Red Cross Bexar County American Red Cross GL. Anthonny Hotel T. C Witchell Marshall Alkridge Yed. Cross Shick Fort Sam Houston Army

Harve Cabbies Catch a French Seaman’s Fare

A French seaman sightseeing at Le Havre failed to avoid a cab ride. After hours of touring, he returned to the docks and boarded a channel steamer to England. The cabby pursued and rode for free to England, grumbling about the perceived gyp, before the seaman’s ship was ready for departure.

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