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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 17, 1941

Page

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In The News In The News Publisher Debate

A long extract discusses the periodical In The News and Editor & Publisher, noting Walter I Schneider's reprint and Randolph Mearst’s daily history columns. It covers Hearst’s responses, requests for background on historians, and the manuscript’s reception in Hearst papers with details on writing process and audience.

Eorror & Publisher Ball Coloom Edikore & Publisher Walter I. Schneider Randolph Mearst Eyebray's Hearst Rendeb Ook Eazy Tike Dation Kirbyon Dye Ting Lathiy Uaer Menrat Tla Ws Reavon Tory Tat Cofon Hesrat Hditor & Publisher Hearst Orsonigition Wyntooh Wentnt Andy Wihiad

Debate Opens on Administration Aid to Britain

Senate debate on the aid-to-Britain bill began with Senator Barkley arguing the war would create a global economic and political order under Nazi influence if Germany wins. He warned that defeat would bring economic domination and political infiltration, urging swift action while White House aides planned advance arrangements for anticipated lease or trade of military equipment.

Washington Barkley Kentucky Democrate Leider Britain Germany United States Senate la Jeng Chaiman George D.-Ga Foreign Falcons Committee Hitler Sels Haat Stephen White House Early Wengury Navy Aegriculture Harry L. Hopkins Commerce England Isa Bakers Chamber

Weather outlook mixes mild and unsettled notes

Weather forecast from Weathernat J. Henry Jerace predicts moderate northeast winds on Monday and Tuesday. Temperatures should range between 30 and 86 degrees with a shift toward warmer conditions over the next two days. Cloudy to partly cloudy skies accompany the winds.

Erin Weathernat J. Henry Jerace

Grounded Ship Officers Face Inquiry in New York

Capt George W Richardson commanding officer of the United States maner Manhattan, grounded near West Palm Beach last month, was placed on trial today on unspecified charges before an inquiry by the bureau of marine inspectors. First officer Joseph B H Burger faced similar charges during the inquiry session.

New York George W. Richardson United States Mner Manhattan West Palm Beach Fis Tts Tyio Bureau of Marke Ing Joseph BH. Burger Rahip

Hopkins Maps Aid Britain Plan in White House Talks

Harry L. Hopkins returned from four weeks in England and joined three White House conferences to help set up the administrative framework for the proposed British aid program. The sessions ran into the afternoon and resumed next morning as Roosevelt prepared for lease loan measures and domestic needs.

Washington Harry L. Hopkins England Treasury Navy Agriculture Stephen Early

Prison Term for Browder Upheld

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of Bart Browder for making false statements to obtain a passport in 1934. He was sentenced to four years in prison and a $200 fine after the Southern New York Federal Court and the Fourth Circuit affirmed. Browder had claimed he had not previously held a passport, a falsehood the government said traced to earlier identities.

Washington Supreme Corb Bart Browder Commune Party Will Tally Ustig Oans Justica Reed Chesen Brower New York Wallleh Covirt Ilowan Fordora Browder Lxwenberg George Morris Athert Henry Atenneds

Australian fears air attack sparks Texas clash in legislature

Feb 17 report from Austin notes Fal lan Dickson junior county representative clashed with Rep P J Anderson and Pat Dwyer over local bill rack et to create two rural school superintendents for Bexar county. Debate touched constitutional limits on special laws and prompted motions to recommit, postpone, or table.

Austin Fallan Dickson Bexar County Texas Todasr Dickson P. J. Anderson Pat. Dwyer House John CG W. Kee O'Daniel Haye Bexar Recommik Mae Diy House Committee On Scion Anderson Dickson Los Spl Dirkson Hoyo Jack, Ridgeway

Massacheus Pan-American Tanker Fire Off Texas City Docks

A Pan-American tanker named Massacheus, carrying 110,000 barrels of gasoline, was reported afire at the Texas City docks today. An explosion sparked the blaze, with flames leaping along the docks and injuring no one aboard the ship or onshore, according to Pan-American officials in Houston.

Texas City Rep Wiley Li Manes Houston

Elington Field Enforcement Set Construction Funded

The War Department endorses a new project at a proposed field near Arlington, Texas. The plan includes three barracks officers quarters and other buildings at an estimated cost of 166000 dollars. The garrison is expected to reach about 4100 men.

canuMm Inci Arlington Seid Houston War Department

Envoy to Britain to Talk With Tull

New York Pob 17. John G. Winant, newly appointed ambassador to Britain, left by plane for Washington to confer with Secretary of State Hull and other officials. He planned to depart for London by air this week or early next week.

New York Jonn G. Winant Hyltat Washington Btale Mull

Japan urges peaceful path amid Pacific tensions

Vice Foreign Minister Ohashi told questions in the Diet that Japan seeks to resolve disputes in the South Seas without force despite warnings by Western powers. He noted United States and allied talks in Washington and warned that rising pressure could force Japan to act, while reaffirming interest in the Philippines as a neighbor.

Tokyo m—Domel Japatrse Lens Agency Chiich! Ohashi House of Japan South Seas Washington United States Britain Australia Netherlands Ohnashi Miesenf Ohashi Donel Manila

Steel production cut at mills to 64 percent capacity

New York Pat The American Iron and Steel Institute says steel mills will reduce operations this week to 64 percent of capacity, the lowest production rate of the year.

New York Pat Malion American Iron and Steel Tnsiinale Tacny

Weather Forecast for San Antonio and Vicinity

Cloudy conditions continue with Monday night becoming partly cloudy and a warm northeast to easterly wind. Highs near 66 degrees on Monday, around 68 Tuesday with cooler east portion, and nightly lows near 60. Temperatures from last year show 45 highs and 39 lows.

Ban Antonio Texas

Pact Report Said to Align Turkey Bulgaria Against Greece

An unconfirmed report claims a Turkey Bulgaria pact would keep Turkey from acting against Greece while allowing Bulgarian forces to move against Greek targets. It notes British interest and Russia's stance, cautioning that a formal agreement could redraw fronts in southeastern Europe and impact potential German moves into Greece.

Softa Bulgatis Feb Turkey Bale Ravin Trowns Rether Greece

Army Wives Leave Philippines Amid Transfer Cancellations

Manila reports show 67 American army wives and children departing as tensions rise after a sudden cancellation of routine transfers. Officials offer no explanation while others remain to train 5000 Filipino soldiers under Philippine Scouts.

Manila Holt Philippines Qany U. S Republie Goonbye Erol Pippines Cirale Philippine Scouts

Storms and floods devastate large parts of Europe

Severe storms and floods sweep across Portugal, Yugoslavia, Romania, and Hungary, with Danube valley regions and the Black Sea area hardest hit. Reports describe rising waters near Scutari, transportation disruptions, and large-scale evacuations as rail lines and towns fall under flood impact.

Bern Switzerland Europe Portugal Yugostiya Danube Valley Black Sea Belevade Yugostiavia Arthak Rumania Niles Mortata Caustamial

Wilikie May See China's Warfare

Washington February 17 Wendell L Wilkie may decide to follow up the Britain survey with a visit to the battlefield areas of China. Friends said today Wilkie plans to tour interior China not yet controlled by Japanese forces and then return to practice law. If he decides to go he will consult Secretary Hull and President Roosevelt first.

Washington Wendell L. Wilte Britain China Friensls Wilate Wiikle Funee Milkle Hull Noosevelt

Midwest Plagued by Ice and Snow Storms

Snow and ice blanketed large portions of the Midwest with arctic temperatures forecast. Two to four inches fell across the Great Lakes region yesterday as northern Wisconsin and southern Minnesota reported significant accumulations and freezing conditions persisted into tonight.

Chicago Fev Middle West Wenthar Bureau Great Lakes Vilneis Thedana Mirdenn Wisconesi Towa

British envoy to Spain returns from visit to Gibraltar

From Madrid in February 1741 the British ambassador to Spain Sai Wel Hoare reports a direct and terse return trip after a visit to Gibraltar. The dispatch notes the embassy’s routine duties and a brief debrief with Spanish authorities.

Gibraltar Madrid Sai Wel Hoare Hrilish Ambiayador Spain

Maj Josopidg Honored at Jefferson Hall Recognition

Maj Josopidg ALCSHANK received honors at a ceremony honoring Major Jefferson Hall aboard Monday. Crawford, a graduate of BrachaRktge Might School, entered the army’s new mobile unit. Sue Mounglow Ulb has arranged a belated dance Friday night to aid fundraising efforts.

Josepidg Jefferson Cova Crawford Jing Han

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