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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1942
Page
1
A 1942 call from President Roosevelt for a national Day of Prayer during wartime stresses that Americans should seek God’s guidance as they seek victory and peace. The speech emphasizes faith, humility, and unity, noting prayer as essential to justice, tolerance, and the nation’s enduring strength.
Four people die in San Antonio and Bexar County New Year traffic toll. Lt. James Rice of Brooksfield and Lt. Max A. Williams die after a car collision near Converse while Marion Keyes drives soldiers to San Antonio. A 16-year-old bicycle rider Luther Strow is killed on South Flores Street when crushed against a pole. Mrs. Ollie Cavern, 24, dies after her car rear ends another vehicle near Presa Street. Jack Hudgins, 46, dies near Ausbhy highway when his car bursts into flames after radiator trouble.
Forecast shows clear to cloudy skies with a cold wave Thursday night. Temperatures range from near 28 to 64, with colder conditions in the north and east Texas. Snow possible in Panhandle and South Plains with rain near El Paso and warmer south portions. follow advisories for livestock and end of week conditions.
In wartime 1942 celebrations, New York and the East Coast held mass New Year gaiety while factories ran 24 hours. Chicago and the Midwest faced austerity, with workers at plants as crowds packed Times Square. Police and air raid wardens patrolled, and a Father Duffy statue appearance stirred chorus. Fire alarms were safeguarded and signs urged calm. Fireworks touched Rockies as Rocky Mountain greeting debuted atop Pike’s Peak by Ad-a-Man club.
The weather bureau issued a brief forecast for San Antonio with cold air moving in. Tonight will be cloudy to partly cloudy with temperatures near freezing and a low around 28 degrees. Friday will see a high near 55 degrees.
New York dispatch cites Soviet broadcast claiming about 20,000 German soldiers killed or wounded on the south western Russian front from December 7 to 25. It notes substantial railway material captured or destroyed and mentions the Russian command’s release picked up by North American wire services.
The governor's wife Mrs Colin R Stevenson, gravely ill with cancer for over a year, was reported to have worsened yesterday. In Austin on January 5, officials said her condition remained serious as the family faced the evolving health crisis.
Severe cold sweeps Texas as temperatures plunge from the 60s to the 20s. Northern East Texas and central regions expect single digits to 20s, with a developing cold wave across the state except near the coast and Rio Grande valley. Sherman reports 23 and other towns log lows around the 20s to 40s as East Texas sees steady falls and strong north winds.
Hawaii laid wreaths and flowers at two cemeteries in a moving public ceremony honoring victims of the December 7 attack. Naval dead were interred at Oahu’s Newaana cemetery as women’s groups contributed mountains of blossoms.
President Roosevelt and Prime Minister Churchill attended a church service at a historic Alexandria church and laid wreaths at Mount Vernon. They then visited Washington landmarks before returning to the White House, as talks on war supplies and strategy continued. Churchill planned New Year toasts and prepared for ongoing U S British economic and supply discussions with aides.
In San Francisco a power outage caused brief darkness at the Golden Gate Bridge as guards watched for potential threats on New Year’s Day. Firemen later quelled the alarm while officials investigate a possible cable fault and lingering suspicion of an enemy plot.
War department reports Major butte moves north as Philippine defense forces repel Japanese invaders with heavy losses. Island shells in Hawaii cause minor damage with no casualties. Secretary Stimson defends MacArthur and Manila’s defense as masterly amid ongoing resistance. Page 4, Column 4 continues.
A Hawaii casualty and evacuees recount the December 7 attack and the perilous voyage to the mainland. Wounded soldiers describe guards at Pearl Harbor, civilian losses, and the resolve to return to action as they seek safety on ships and in port. The account highlights fear, heroism, and the homefront’s strain during the days after the attack.
The War Department plans a recall of all enlisted men to active duty by February 1. Secretary Stinson said the Army will continue its policy of mobilizing enlistments. Two weeks earlier he noted the department considered obtaining all men for the Army through selective service, but would not estimate numbers. A minority of recalled reservists are former finance and national guardsmen recently released for age limits or dependents. Replacements will be called as fast as available.
Reported near Langley Meld a plane swerved off a concrete area and crashed into a group of workers, killing three. Officials released few details about the aircraft, origin, or operator as investigators began inquiries amid a tense scene.
Secretary of War Stimeon stated that a decision had been reached on Charles A. Lindbergh re entering the army but no approval was yet given The official noted that any suggestions or assurances from the public would be considered before action is taken indicating an uncertain path forward for Lindbergh’s military return.
A fragmented OCR item references stock and bond trading activities and a place called WN with a town page. It mentions a complete stack and a gate or doorway in a public notice surrounding the election seat. The readable content is sparse and lacks clear dates or names.
Admiral Chester W. Nimitz in Perth Harbor warns that the Pacific fleet could strike from Hawaii toward the Philippines and that Jap submarines off the U.S. coast might shell coastal cities. He stresses goal to prevent enemy action and pledges full effort to defend American shores amid the Philippines crisis.
R J Whennes president of the U A C LO told 630 000 members that the swift conversion of the auto industry to defense production is a top goal. The New Year message urged drafting of industry to meet wartime needs and highlighted the urgent economy and production task.
Bridgewater Massachusetts reports three guards killed during a prison riot as inmates attacked staff and guards. Police used tear gas to disperse the delinquents who surrendered after reinforcements arrived.
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