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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 17, 1962

Page

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Cuba ousted by OAS as Red influence tightens grip

The Organization of American States expelled Cuba after Punta del Este ministers recommended removing Communist Cuba for democracy. Carlos Rafael Rodriguez becomes head of Cuba’s Land Reform Institute, consolidating Castro's power by placing land redistribution under loyalists. Non Reds fade from government as power centers shift in Havana.

Organization of the American States Cuba Red Hierarchy Havana Fidel Castro Punta del Este Carlos Rafael Rodriguez Land Reform Institute Castro Rodriguez Communist Party

Congo Katanga President Tshombe Denied Visa Visit

The state department refused Tshombe's U S visa amid claims his visit would disrupt Congo unification aims. The stance, supported by Premier Adoula's government, draws criticism as diplomatic missteps and suggests Katanga's anti-Communist leader remains pivotal to Congo's stability. Hearst papers oppose pressuring the State Department.

State Department Moise Tshombe Congo Katanga The Adoula Tshombe Hearst Tshombe Avisa

Elementary classes visit North Carolina with Texas exhibit

Visitors from the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce share Texas samples and wigs from the Alamo grounds with local elementary students. Roy and Mirlbuts thank city firemen for preventing a brush fire near their 3600 block Horseshoe Bend home. Washington's Birthday matinee offers Jefferson High students discounted seats at Woodlawn Theater. Military guests attend Sergeants Three at Josephine Theater, while Texas Theater plans a regular run starting February 22.

North Carolina Teo Alamo Visitors and Information Department San Antonio Roy A. Warlbuts Horseshoe Bend Mirlbuts Washington Samuel Bronston Woodlawn Theater Thomas Jefferson High Herman Selfock Woodlawn Sane Jeff High Josephine Theater Frank Sinatra Dean Martin Peter Lawford Joey Bishop Lane Hye Davee Texas Thater

Suburban San Antonio faces fire, liquor, and growth debates

Through the Years notes suburban dwellers in San Antonio amid grass fire fears from County Fire Chit CHIT Holcombe. the State Liquor Board led by WJ Townson weighs beer joint dress codes. Captain D P Smith, 85, Confederate veteran, recalls 73 years in the city as mayoral plans move forward with Ralph Cameron on the auditorium contract. six Bexar County schools visited by trustees found in excellent condition per Carlos Bee. A donkey at large near Tobin Hill spurs safety complaints as residents report morning disturbances. minor activity at the San Antonio Gun Club and resignations of Ortizer and Chabal are noted.

Bexar County Carlos Bee

Poetic Fragments Echoing Nature and Alarm

A fragmented poem describes singing sounds in wind and branches, comparing music to angels and woodland imagery. It shifts to a siren-like wail suggesting danger, ending with garbled phrases and stray lines. The piece blends nature’s rhythm with an abrupt, unsettling interruption.

Judge Onion orders reporters barred from jail interview

In San Antonio a 17th District Court judge restricted access after a reporter interviewed Vicent Stewart, tied to two murders and a robbery. Court-appointed aides faced contempt, and the judge warned of possible laws protecting trials, citing press coverage in other states.

Tisteiel John J. Onion Besar Cou Ly Fis Onion Vicent Stewart Wilke Stewart San Antonio News Mobert Greener Gonzales Leonard Mrewa Sr Raymond] Sanchez Sere Warnke Deir Otion Jae

Two Burned In Jet Crash At Biggs Air Base

DASQ Texas UPI reports two Voren captains were burned Friday night when their 183 jet trainer crashed and exploded attempting a takeoff from Biggs Air Force Base authorities described a loss on takeoff and indicated both men were transported to William Beaumont Hospital with injuries.

Dasq Tex UPI Voren Page Larry Lola W. Alien Ratt Varse Sonny Saute Gour Yesaldi William Beaumont Remy

Youths Attack Teens in Jackson Roadside Incident

Five youths attacked three teenagers outside Robert E Lee High School near midnight Friday. One boy was hospitalized with serious injuries after being struck with a bottle and glass cuts. Victims Anderson Jr and Armstrong were injured after stopping to help a tire change in the 60 block of Jackson Keller when the attackers arrived in another car.

Robert Ly Leeigh School Baptist Memorial Hospital Langton Anderson Armstrong Jackson Keller

Salazar Statue Wrecked by Blast in Portuguese Africa

A blast destroyed the statue of Antonio Salazar in Portn o African possessions as loyalist troops flood in amid fears of uprising by the majority population. The incident signals rising tensions in the Portuguese colonial territory as authorities tighten control to deter dissent.

Lourenco Marques Portnlanese Mocambiqui Antonio Salazar

Notable clash shocks Leopaldeille leaders in tribal dispute

Fragmented OCR reveals a violent confrontation involving a cafe, hair tearing, and a thwarted stabbing attempt amid political tension. The piece references tribal chiefs and a government stance in Leopaldeille with uncertain names and garbled phrases.

Carrier Has 1400th Landing

Washington AP reports a ceremonial 1400th landing aboard the Enterprise, the nuclear powered aircraft carrier. The event occurred during operations off the Atlantic, marking a milestone for the ship’s air wing and crew amid ongoing deployments and readiness drills. The milestone underscores long serve time for carrier aviation and reflects the U.S. Navy’s operational tempo in the Atlantic.

Washington Enterprise Dan Cartier U.S Cyiunitananid Bay Ciba

Rock Roll Draws Rockpite: Moscow Trial Updates

Moscow court sentences a figure tied to toll records in a sensational case as reported by Soviet Russia. The fragment mentions Rockn Roll related names and a weekend update on the political rumble.

Atvavuan Moscow Zoult Soviet Russia

Birch Society Criticisms Stir Debate On Communism

Readers debate the John Birch Society and anti Communists cited by officials and publications. The letter questions motives, linking Birchite labels to a broader anti communism effort and calling for clearer definitions of danger.

John Birch Society United States Attorney General Welch Moscow Sabs Gil Hart Communist Party U.S.A Commuunist Im Ng Qute Peapies Worker San Francisco Fein Hi Society Kermody Gus Mall Coispiracy

Kennedys Plan Country Holiday

President and Mrs Kennedy plan a holiday trip by helicopter to Middleburg Virginia if weather allows. The party includes Caroline and two children and their nurse. The journey would occur in the morning if conditions permit.

Washington UPE Kennedy Middlebang Wacker Ak Glen Kennedys Thaler Childeen Caroline Tak Mirleburg

Funeral notices for Aurea Yelati and William Pontefract

Fragmentary obituary items list services for Aurea Yelati at Downing Chapel and the Ramindialien of the BAUM, with memorial prayers at St Hedvig Cemetery. Also noted are JW. William Pontefract of WS Park Tang and a Monday interment at Missin Byjcin.

Mia Minnie Gola Resuios Pan Siniday Parish Aid Suielay Ye Benly Rosary Soe Downing Chapel Servdeos Amt Memlay Athief Aurea Yelati Athe William Pontefract Sheptert WS Park Tang

Tokyo Death Toll Rises Amid Disease Crisis

Tokyo reports nine additional fatalities linked to an ongoing outbreak. The deaths bring the toll to sixty six, with authorities confirming continued spread and urging adherence to safety measures at hospitals and public venues.

Tokyo Take Sievens Japan Swatset Memorial Park

Blonde Arrests Tied to Congo Death of Texan Officer

Blonde secretary Elizabeth Thrins from Arlington Texas has been arrested in Leopoldville on charges related to the slaying of Lt. Col. Valen 0 Stogner, the U S military attaché. US civilian investigators arrived from Germany to assist Congo and UN police in examining ballistic evidence and the investigation.

Cal. Banng Garin Fing Nana Keene Ar Te Vanes Army Corps Ertauilys Mary Dovise Hasqisitt Cok. Gorman Pull Iso Festiga Tenineys Niviston Ener Blonde Congo Leoped Ville Cango Mins Elizabeth Thins Arlington Vancom Valentine Diy Valen Stogner Yourald Makala United Nations Leopoldville the Congo IAR U.S Germany E41 Cpt Mele Svea Tolay Air Criminal Investigation Division Rave Sahil Thanehi Investitas Iquiny Caautgeur Ose Cathassy Tence Stormer G McMarttin Godley Nathin EL Paso Yeas South Korea South Viet Nam Anil Pakistoiy Ta Len Ito Commaniel China Ganmindst Noth Viet Nam Inl Vibes In Seffect

Buy America Program Hurts Japan and Asian Markets

A fragmented, OCR like report discusses the Buy America Program’s impact on Japan and Asian markets, noting increased competition from MEG nations and concerns over higher U.S. production costs. It cites Japanese firms facing pressure from European and American policies, mentioning government stance and trade friction.

Mkya Poeurenyent Pereignis Tie Gartens Ald Pearins Roy Lena Nigyon Kenksang Steel Japan America Didi Luellin

Death notices in Beath Parish reveal parishioners and kin

Fragmented obituary notices list survivors and relatives across Texas and nearby areas. Names such as George Rohison, Rosato, and Far Survivaris appear among long lines of bereavement, church connections, and memorial details. The text notes funeral arrangements at the Lutheress Church and local homes, with dates and hours scattered, reflecting a dense, era-specific community notice.

Visiala Furiorat Mara Chapusalurdo Donnicius Mission Burrah Hinband George Rohison Dyin E. Reloti Raste Berger Forler Fekes Falta Thaus Farley Loring Rickard Coie

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