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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 21, 1941

Page

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Pacific Coast In The News And The Nation In War

The article argues the Pacific coast grows in population productivity and strategic importance amid global war. It contrasts eastern provincialism with Pacific prominence, notes potential Pacific theater roles and defense needs, and discusses allied and axis powers positions affecting Alaska and British Columbia. The piece frames the coast as central to U S defense and operations.

Pacific Pacific Coast West United States Theodore Roosevelt

Litvinov Purged in Red Shakeup

Moscow reports a purge of key Soviet leaders as Litvinov and four others are removed from the party central committee for failing in duties. Vyacheslav Molotov becomes foreign commissar. changes ripple through defense and industry posts as new leaders appointed amid warnings.

Moscow Martin Litvinov Inna Germany M. M. Kalanovich Gyie- Hon Kagenovich Lie Defense Industry Chagal F. Denisoff the Telly J. P. Sorguey Japan Indies United States Egld Tt Far East Chugat Olney Britain East Asia Pacific South Seas Hoch Malsugke Ab Hong S. Dukelsky A. Shashkoff Litvinoy Antselowich I. A. Likahachey WA. Merkulor

Japanese Foreign Minister warns on Pacific defense plans

Japanese Foreign Minister Matsuoka warned that continued defense preparations by Britain and the United States in the South Pacific could create dangerous tensions. He urged Anglo-Saxons to avoid actions that might provoke Japanese public opinion and denied sending European mediation offers to London.

Takio Yoruke Matsouxa Britain United States South Pacific Domel Matsuoka Fis London Anthony Eden Ben Hrough

Roosevelt compresses ethics of leaking secret testimony

President Roosevelt said leaks of Gen George Marshall's testimony to a congressional panel are harmful to national defense and questioned editors and publishers who printed reports. He urged secrecy and advised committees not to disclose information to the press, noting differing accounts from memos and insisting future disclosures risk grave consequences.

Washington Fev Hoosevelt State Committee George G. Marshall Army National Defense Marshall Rob Associated Press Senate Pacific Roosevelt United States Navy Rossidig Congress

Weather Forecast For San Antonio And Vicinity

San Antonio and nearby areas expect light to moderate winds and clear to cloudy skies Friday night into Saturday. Temperatures hover around mid forties to mid sixties with Friday lows near 43 and Saturday highs near 62. Local fog and drizzle possible in western areas with northerly to dry winds, extended period through February 28 1941 warnings included.

San Antonio Ane Cindy East Texas Werth Sughiy Enat Wormer Norly Hornal Iyouth Med

Immigration Officers Appoint Two New Agents

Two men, Roger N. Dewis of Brownsville and Walter L. Muelhauser of El Paso, join the immigration and naturalization office staff as new agents under WW. Knopp's charge.

Anaea Ocal WW. Knopp Roger N. Dewis Brownsville Walter L Muelhauser el Paso

Paris Potatoes Burned as German Ordered Shortages Reported

Reports from Paris indicate German authorities ordered deprivation of potato supplies after central market disturbances. Authorities described fresh shortages spreading through the city as riots affected food distribution and access.

Paris Vichy

U Boats Prepare For Big Offensive Moves Noted

Berlin reports Nazi submarines sinking few British ships as crews shift to Hitler’s looming offensive. British tonnage blasted by German air raiders totals 206000 with 78400 by U boats. Draft board moves planned from Courthouse to Smith-Young over Friday night to free space for overseas naval needs and armament targets.

Berlin Dienst Hitler Nags Smith-Young Courtlenasne Mazaie Saves Engin Yéstershiy Conmuand

Boy suffers severe burns in torch explosion accident

Sam Delgado aged 17 of 1411 El Paso Street Fridge mrsnes died at Robert B Green hospital after a gasoline torch exploded while the boys used it to solder an auto fender. Frank Ramey 18 of 1314 S Fernando Street and Teo Rodrigues 18 of 215 Trinity Street were injured but recovering at county hospital. Radio Patrolman Frank Kimmet said the air pump explosion splashed burning gasoline. two transfusions were given during the night. Delgado weakened Friday morning as hospital attendants reported.

Sam Delgado el Paso Robert B. Green Delgado Frank Ramey Srr Fernando Street Téo Rodrigues Sie South Trinity Street Frank Kimnet Ramey Delgada

Twelve Thousand School Leaders to Meet in Convention

Twelve thousand school superintendents from across the nation are expected in Atlantic City for the annual convention of the American Association of School Administrators. Business sessions begin February 2. Scheduled speakers include Representative Martin Dies of Texas, President Philip Murray, Governor Harold Stassen, George Fletcher of Hilo, and President Isaiah Brown of Johns Hopkins University.

Atlantic City N. Y Gee Frotny American Association Yonday Martin Dies Texas G. I Filip! Murray Harald Gisssen Jat Minnesota George Fletching Hilo Isaiat Bown Johng Hottkins

Roosevelt to Leave for Hyde Park Home for Weekend

Washington February 2 suspect Roosevelt will leave in a day for a weekend at Hyde Park New York. He is expected to do away with Tuesday. Accompanying him will be Mrs Roosevelt and Secretary Morgentau. The Morgenthaus travel to their home at Fishkill NY.

Washington Roosevelt Tyde Park N.Y Morgent Margent Fishkill WY

Cadets Forbidden 10 Own Drive Cars

Reported in San Antonio, an order bars cadets from owning or driving cars after March 2. The directive mirrors a prior rule affecting military cadets, extending to all eligible cadets. The measure aims to regulate transportation and enforcement details remain unclear.

Deportees Pass Through to the Border

Twelve deportees destined for return will pass through Brownsville en route to the border, with authorities including naturalization agent Ina menteed overseeing the transfer. The party originates from the Houston area and travels via St Antonio, per Knapp.

Brownsville St Antonio Knopp Loreal Dniniaration Ina Houston Aves Knapp

Texas beauty cadinrists to preside at Al-Texas Expostion

Steven Catalans and A Clyde Tarr ing named officers of the Ghwise Columbus association as they thank patrons. FOUN TOZANG of St Marys university wins first prize in a five salute poetry contest from Prinl ly university for distinguished work in poetry.

Steven Catalans Olive Ghwise Columbus Seeleby Stanay Wight Clyde Tarring San Ane Tonin Texas Association of Accredited Al-Texas Keanly Foun Tozang St. Mary's University Prinlly University

Nazi Forces Move Toward Danube Front Amid Balkan Tensions

Reports from Belgrade indicate pontoon bridges span the Danube as German forces push from Romania toward the river border. Yugoslav and Bulgarian authorities clashed with mobilization fears rising, while Istanbul diplomacy sees Papen negotiating with Turkey and Greece.

Belgrade Yugoslavia Danube Rupiania Buls Gaiis Bulgnela Rumania Riso Rusch Rumanian Govan Air Force Mleuse Sale Bulsgorlnn Adolf Hiller Shother Jstice N Russa Moscow Heb Fs Bla Ping Europe Ruse Ewan Proyi Moldavia Bulger Tarekev Rutgaca Senib Turkey Aegean Sea Phay Bulgaria Yhgeslav Press Sofia Germany Franz von Papen Ankara

British shift and air defense in Europe amid new US contingents

British reports describe added units arriving in Europe to bolster strength against Axis forces. New amphibious and air defenses are said to join late wartime operations, with weather over Germany noted as a factor. US arrivals are framed as reinforcing Britain's overall defense posture while awaiting reorganization of air and ground forces to meet axis threats.

London Afuca Thaly Pacife United States Niakty Britain Germany

Late Police Shift Reports a Quiet Yet Busy Night

Lieutenant FH Atrowond led the Tanashit precinct detail through a late shift with fourteen calls. Three intoxicated individuals, one non-injury collision, one family disturbance, and multiple complaints were logged, but only three incidents required medical aid.

Tout Iiqit Oni Elghihattr Tin Te Tanashit Priday Te Jlas Hery Atrowond

Weather Summary Teases Cold Front and Weekend Warmup

The report notes a cold front bringing chilly conditions and east winds. It forecasts Friday morning near 44 degrees with scattered clouds and Friday afternoon around 62. Saturday may see mild warmth with low saturation and uncertain overnight temperatures.

Saki Antennos

Six Wounded in Catania Bombing

Six people were wounded in a bombing at Catania as German planes attacked. The raid damaged several targets including military emplacements and coastal defenses. Reports say British forces responded along the Mediterranean coast amid ongoing operations in North Africa.

Catania

Lone RAF Raider Fires Dutch Port

A British raider attacked the Dutch port of Amsterdam yesterday, striking docks and disrupting port facilities. The mechanism of the assault impacted customs offices as a new customs house in Hidaten began ground work to serve the Meatten region.

Hidaten

Australia Must Defend Itself Says Menzies Referenced Danger

Prime Minister Robert Menzies warned Britain of dangers looming in the Pacific and urged Australia to support a policy of defending itself and its allies. He cited added Commonwealth war effort, including more pilots and troops, and suggested U S leadership may coincide with Australia’s defense plans and possible visits by Wendell Willkie.

Lisbon Africa Singapore Uhere Australia

Auto Fire Loss Estimated 75 Dollars Attributed

Auto fire damaged a vehicle parked at 135 Selly Avenue near Sobieski’s home Thursday night. No injuries reported. The fire's cause remains undiscussed as investigators from the city health department laboratory reviewed the scene.

Joe Sobieski Selly Avenue Wa Dwyer Avenue Health Department

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