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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1941
Page
3
In London during a night raid, American observers studied Britain's air raid precautions. They describe a hidden control room that coordinates fire, rescue, and communication services, with alternate lighting, gas mask measures, and rapid messaging to executives and responders.
Fragmentary report describes a dog mascot at Port Sill Oklahoma upsetting a post inspection as officers and a commanding general react to the animal. The terse scene shows a nervous crowd and a disrupted lineup during a military event.
In Arussels on February 20 readers report casualties and shifting lines between civilians and soldiers. Fragmented text notes civilian deaths, air raids, and transport changes affecting communities as authorities track numbers and routes.
Washington report notes a department of agriculture study showing swine herds and flocks of chickens exposed to a disease agent reacted differently. Testing after exposure indicated high infection rates in pigs and substantial recovery in chickens, with several hogs exhibiting signs and some reactors.
In a move seen as part of Nazi aligned policy, about 1000 Jewish residents of Vienna were banished by Polish forces under Reich Marshal Hermann Wilhelm Rowing. The departure followed a Vienna speech promising removal of Jews within four years. The exodus continued with Jews leaving behind possessions and valuables, many taking only limited baggage.
New York February reports that ASCAP moved toward peace negotiations with radio publishers as a government consent decree ends federal antitrust battles. About 400 members will vote to ratify the agreement, with leaders hopeful for rapid talks to resolve remaining writer tensions.
Mme Betty Winkler, Parisian editor and author, arrived in New York and described Nazi exploitation in occupied France. She alleges political bribery, racketeering, and forced censorship tied to German holdings, with leaders pocketing profits through legalized robbery and interlocking control of business and supplies. She also notes French preference for a British victory and illustrates how Nazi officials steer and profit from civilian commerce under occupation.
Coast hospitals add shock treatment guidance to medical textbooks and city health director 492 J. G. Golger notes new procedures for diagnosing and treating warneseedes as part of medical education.
Three people were treated after separate auto crashes Thursday in North Albany. Carl E. Smith Sr. and Mrs. Carl E. Smith were injured in a Woodlawn Avenue collision. Vera B. Smith suffered bruises. Drivers listed include Carl F. R. Smith Sr. and James Fisher of 169 East Quincy Street. Mrs W. J. Cash treated after a White Avenue collision with a car driven by her husband. Olivia Chesick also treated for a leg injury from a crash at Cumacon and Martin streets. Frank Martin, 8, listed as a minor passenger, treated for injuries at Green Hospital after a separate collision on Elmencor Street.
A court relied on blanks from a private business firm to produce its results. Salesman Pere Ferguson explained he delivered a bundle intended for the firm and a mistake led to the court needing receipts immediately.
Alfred Sanchez owner seeks council approval to relocate his mortuary from 1203 El Paso Street to 506 South Zirezamaya Street. Petition states construction of the Alinizan Courts housing project forces the move and requests due process on February 27.
A report states customs officers seized 1200 cases of Mexican beer and 200 cases of another item as it passed through San Antonio on Thursday. No injuries reported. Local authorities emphasize strict border controls and duty payment compliance.
NYAGOYS from Terrely Wells restre rance center with training in aviation mechanic work will enter a six month course for apprentices in Texas. About 20 will seek openings at Duncan Held. Others pursue service, cooking, and related roles in Christ, New Orleans, and Pensacola. Program led by Texas Gabe mane Stewards association at the San Antonio vocational slant repart ment.
Cisco February 2. A Tone career treetienmilant was used to day willh tir dente of al year ale Traniph bre Clark 3 solid nephew of the castoulatoes of Tex Christian wniversity. He was supervisor of Aggie education in the Seventeenth Congressional District. He had been president of the Northwest Texas Peachers' Resolution and the Texas Tiler College association. Survivors include the widow, seven daughters and tay Fang.
Virginia Guyin, a fascist editorial spokesman, warned that further pacification and understanding in the Balkans would follow the Bulgarian Turkish accord. He claimed German troops moved into Bulgaria to deter Turkish action and said peaceful retaliation between Divkey and Bulgaria was assured, amid nerves over rising regional instability.
In a terse official note, Admiral Darin arrives in Paris days after a German ambush. He proceeds to the residence of the head of the city’s administration, amid a display of formalities and party leaders in attendance. The report notes conservative treatment of the incident and ongoing inquiries.
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