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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 11, 1941

Page

2

United States defense debate heats Senate clashes over planes

Senator Wheeler cited allegedly unreliable figures claiming US aircraft lack modern standards while General Wood warned most defending planes would overlook Britain. Administration denied denying but hinted Wheeler favors Germany. Debate questioned national defense and whether US should risk ships and men abroad or focus on rebuilding American strength at home.

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Weather and war notes mix in scattered 1940s clippings

Fragmented OCR reads of weather signals and wartime dispatches describe storms, rainfall totals, and forecasts alongside bold assertions from Nazi leaders and Allied defenses. The piece blends meteorological data with strategic commentary on England, Germany, and global war efforts.

Germans Predicted Invasion Of Britain In Inevitably Near Term

Berlin's daily forecast insists invasion across the English Channel is inevitable as spring nears. Only about 10,000 frontline troops are actively engaging Britain, while Germany’s vast industrial and military capacity powers the war effort behind the scenes. The Reich’s press and authorities publicly stress a looming invasion despite Allied help to Britain and Roosevelt’s moves, framing the looming push as the decisive strike to blunt Britain and force London's fall.

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War Roundup Nazi Transport Planes Heads South to Balkans

Nazi transport planes sped southward toward Romania Bulgaria and the Balkans amid a broader push in southeast Europe as Britain struck German targets and diplomatic moves unfolded. British and Italian actions sparked a dynamic crisis with reports of intensified German air activity and Allied advances in Africa and the Mediterranean theater.

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Rivers Faring in Northern California Trim Threat Level

Flooding waned as rivers and creeks rose in parts of northern California but did not reach the grave menace of February 1940. Weather officials forecast clearing skies tonight ending a period of heavy rain. Mondotinge State hospital, housing criminally insane, was cut off by floodwaters from the Russian River. authorities said there was no danger of food shortages. Fort Sill visitors require credentials to enter to prevent possible sabotage.

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Trade Your Old Car For A Better Automobile

Trade your old car on a better automobile and be ready for many spring and summer motor trips. See Clossification 72 Light Went Ads for today s best offers.

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