New Bexar County Donations to Red Cross War Relief
A scanned list of donations in Bexar County funds the Red Cross for the war effort. Names and amounts from numerous San Antonio and local businesses, churches, clubs, and individuals are recorded as contributors, with totals indicating strong community support for relief work.
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Bexar
Red Cross
Bexar County
Southweatern Belt Telephone Company
St Sion Oas
Nana Serstoy Fevenlet, Company
Lunt Fartlant
E. Ok
Atute
J. Be
Chittlin
Wiliam
Steves
Pany Wholesale Zion Canpleyra
Employes
San Antonio
Huick Sory
O. R. Mitchel
Motora
San Antonio Music Carmpany
Mra
B. L. White
Mel
Tohn W. Trvan
Pies
Bob Spencer
Fuciaaht
Raidall
Bir
Stra
Hikzins
Louis Wiskman
Ric Vista Dairy Burm Delivery Company
Straudar G. Nelson
Merits Brumberg
T. H.finnery
Navid P. Stave
Gyciy Mail
Red Kimmelman
Jostinie
Martin Linen Supply, Company
Walereet Drug Store
Bima Eal
A.B. Conner
Bimplayes
Thresfixtera Company, Inc
Merchants Transfer Company
Linden Goepany
Ployna
Lois Fisstman
Roy& Hellitesworth
Mer
Dirs
Jack Denman
Frederick Stevens
Smsployes of
Winter
Carden Buliing Eoinpd
Cralx
B. Bt. Hirsch
Marie L. Setuilliat
Coldwell
Margin Linco Fenply Company
Anne Lrro
Car
Olahoan
We Ae Stephens
W. O. Allen
Vautin
Joann Relley
Sein Trussell
Emon Tesens
Bre
Howard Jr
A. L. Spinnler
O. Aackes
Posox
Hyers C. Seete
W. M Fook
Wenrs J. Neuman
Ted Tibfitburn
Ray Tarver
Charlea Gant
Wh 0
Hermen
Ine Blamey
Free Yorkes
Alorl
Pa + Fyle
TM Watma
Lal- Man Moolel
Satella Marcum
EC. Beharihorn
J.B. Transfori
Waring
Norman Scholl
George How
J.C. Burleson
A.W. Melton
Syko
Benad
O ° Bau
Bain’ T. Tacksen
Gloria Walder
Fred Cavanaveh
Mr. Weed Walther
J.B. Adame
Rogie Reinhart
Sam Jackson
Minn Dilan Daura
Sand Birr
Olle Maranardt
the Devoe Me
Mrd
TH AL Fall
Myre
Jaren EL Tohnnon
le Arian
Morenn Hyrne
Roberts
Cattle D. Waller
Tha Mae Stainline
Tathy Jane Amith
Garsx
Mian Fulton
Kles
Stark
PD. O. Lester
Frank Jisener
TC. Melber
Ait Medinek
Mite Mirklos
Wehater
Mina Ten End
Ikr
Agantia Carel
Cy Haetman
Pastor
Whis Ein Brain
Ed Austin
Mra Bo
Davie Mro
Faeniah
Kora J Bi
Tacohaon
Meg
Chuire Tolinatany
Rovi
Gores G. Tirhy
Tatty Garrion
Inka Nentwitty
Mr Dal
Pleld
A. Ronm
Ics
Curry
Jolneon
Mra Room
Fk We Torael
Enya
Geo Chet
Vernon Goulet
Prittan
HT Rubcock
Firlyn Diegiian
Jatin BM
Thytar
Hlein Gentz
Nis
Ruth Brel
Wisc
Tins Darney Mierhofer
Mred
J. Aviner
W. T. Dawson
Rata Chapnan
Day Polo
Ra Fy Ackerman
Mr. 0 Lohert
Frantel Sanichelealan
Raw. Biniak
Crevelnna Avis
Stores Gain Over 1940 Sales Across Departments
In Washington the federal reactive board estimates department store sales last year rose about 16 percent from 1939. All 12 sectors posted gains with Richmond and St. Louis leading at 20 percent, while Boston and Philadelphia rose about 15 percent and other cities ranged from 10 to 18 percent.
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Washington
Federal Reactive Board
Richmond
St. Louis
Hoston
New York
Pallidelphia
Cleveland
Adlenta
Chicago
Minneapolis
Kansas City
Dalles
San Prancheo
Slane
Roaming House Fire Claims Nurse In Pittsburgh
A roaming house fire in Pittsburgh killed a nurse and injured at least ten others, some seriously. The blaze destroyed a building near West Penn Hospital, injuring several nurses and others. The dead woman was identified as Miss Marlo Gabrit, age about 40, with colleagues from nearby hospitals among the injured.
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Pittsburgh
AsRurse
West Penn Hospital
Marlo Gabrit
Trancis
Alia
Mark Tarhas
GOP Aims to Limit Criticism While Back War Effort
A Republican pledge to support wartime prosecution paired with a vow to highlight opposing party missteps was voiced by Joseph W. Martin, national GOP chairman. He urged restraint in public critique, saying timely, honest commentary should come when it can aid the war effort and not hinder unity.
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Joseph W. Martin
Republican House
Massachusetts
Congress
England
S A Deposits Top Billion Dollars
San Antonio led the state by topping the billion-dollar mark in 194? bank deposits. Total for the period reached 1,431,186,959 with Houston and Dallas showing large totals and multiple cities listed in the regional ranking.
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San Antoio
Plat Arty
Britain Sees Allied Pact as Victory Sign in War
London papers report cautious optimism after the Allied pact announcement. Editors claim the Atlantic Charter principles unite nations toward victory and foresee stronger cooperation in military and naval efforts, with potential impact on Vichy France and Axis-controlled Europe. The Telegraph warns the tripartite pact may prove disastrous to its signatories.
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London
Washington
London News-Chronicle
London Daily Telegraph
Telegraph
Berlin
Europe
Thompson-Lewis Divorce Granted
Woodstock report states Dorothy Tharp Thompson-Lewis won a divorce decree from Lewis, with custody of their son Mickel, 11. The decree becomes absolute February 1 after testimony about separation and prior statements.
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Thompson-Lewis
Woodstock
Dorothy ‘Tharpson
Alc
Lewis
Éfidert
Lamb
Mickel
Ming Om Peo
300000 Kids Protest Holiday Break Decision
New York report notes large numbers of children staying away from school in response to the board of education decision to end holiday vacation on January 2. The figures cited suggest widespread absence as a protest, with estimates ranging up to nearly a million and a half in some areas.
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New York
Sawyer
Soleylehildren
Jon
Board of Education
Filling Station Aids In Solving Federal Ration Problems
In Cambridge Massachusetts Sid 2 f P John Murphy a relative dealer solves ration issues by installing tires and servicing at a gas station. Horses and risky delivery trucks faced tire shortages. Henry Clearelli, a mining mechanic, helps by shoeing horses and delivering tires.
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Cambridge
Mass
John Murphy
Phi
Tany
Erry
Henry Gleesrelll
Murphy
Clecarelli
Ant
Five Airmen Jump From Abandoned Bomber Over San Diego
In a Lake-off damaged B 24 over San Diego, five airmen bailed out by parachute as fuel dwindled and the left wheel remained down. Ground crews advised landing or bailout options. all crew members landed safely with no fire and the aircraft salvageable.
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Bandirgd
Calif
Jans
Redia
Combol
San Diego
Lindbergh Field
West Teading
Uthis
Fintin
Vnnary
Coast Guard
Sta
Streak i
Naies
Sally Rand Wedding License Shocks Party and Public
Sally Rand receives a wedding license amid a public scene as Thorkel Greenough and Mrs Greenough seek a restraining summons in a maintenance suit dated October 31. Rand’s planned marriage to a cowboy performer unfolds with family spectators, a theater-like procession, and adjusted plans at Glentinca the dancer’s mother's home.
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LOS Amgawes
Thorkel
Turk Greenough
Vodeo Bronc Huiter
Sally Rand
Anel
Tix Fen Dancer
Rhein B
Simmons
Belen A. Greenough
Dan
Biss Rand
Greenough
Addy
Billings
Thea Che
Greenough Turner
Che
Manila Stand Not in Vain Amid Pacific Tension
Los Angeles dispatch reports Melbourne radio quote on Gen. MacArthur’s handling of Manila defense. The broadcast, heard by NAC, cites Bibiane Heard saying MacArthur's stance shows effort to sustain Philippines resistance and frame the larger war effort against Japan. The commentary notes consolidation and reform of island fortifications depend on time and Allied progress.
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Los Angeles
Melbourne
MacArthur
Japan
Yale
Pyland Commands Special Troops In Serial Duty
Wheaton citizen W. Pyland placed on serial duty as commanding officer of Tone Troons 26th division. Maler Pyle of M42 Infantry to replace Lions, Col. Henry G. Waylor attends a military school.
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Una
Vali W. Pyland
Willy Speell
Maler Pyle
Replaeds Lions
Henry G. ‘Waylor
Bray Aviante
Ueranimund
General Statl School
Fuel Laavenwerth
Viscount Cecil Still for League
Viscount Cecil Still for League of Nations advocate urged quick renewal of efforts as nations wavered. close associate of President Wilson, Crell of Chelwyud, emphasized maintaining independence while pushing a new world organization.
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Viscount Cecil
Loxton
Fan S—Ney
Viscountl Crell
Chelwyud
Fresidert Wilson
Langue of Nations
Record Congress adjourns after landmark session
Congress ends a record session with a 730 day string, as the Seventy-seventh Congress concludes its first session. The Senate adjourned at 1 72, while the House also adjourned amid ongoing duties. President and leaders plan a joint session Tuesday.
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Senate
House
Milady's Beauty and The American Weekly Feature
A garbled preview notes Milady’s Beauty routines and an American Weekly feature in the Sunday San Antonio edition. It mentions exercises, beauty tips, and a George Gamow article, plus recipes and a Sunday quiz with citrus fatigue advice and home cooking ideas.
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Hitchen
Christiaus Frederick
Mary Lee Aynile
San Antonio
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San Antonios
Pion
KTSA
Vriday
Omersopy
Augayy Ndweter
Broadway
Fifth Street
Hawaii
Mawaii
San Francisco
U. S
Barbara McGavin
Worm's Voluntary Service
Liltls
Johnny Altert
Grace Noble Johmson
Woman’s Voluntary Service
Honolulu
Ut Abe
G.O.P
DC Biediger
Mra. Wot
Geblard
Nira
A. Sponsler
Daisy Te Gleatson
MS Lowry
Ll. C. Hildebrand
Halland
Maudle Guncan
Hazel Eplych
Weeki Kramer
Matertia Faedalph
C. R. Speil
Albert O'Hara
Bert Olaow
Bessia Proctor
Evie Linlee
Zar Brako
TLMW
McDonald
S. Vinder Keter
David Henry
Joy Marra
AB Chatwhy
le AL Wooldsilxe
C. Ulmer
Groen Graet
D. David
T. Abbott
Cullinane
Wohlt
N. Vayrenitt
Be Wren
AL i P. Minton
Lawerence” Ricks
Joe Mapitins
Owen Ficog
Gollohuy
Thomas Macdox
Arty Lous Link
B. Quiles Mra
Dell Saxe
Thela Mitchell
Mary Ruth Stribling
Mavis
Linwisnoe
W. Olive
Chant Tallow
Hlapr Halles
Harold Tipethorne
Robald Mrlehn
Arash Gayroll
Roy Martingz
Alo Auclonon
Wilton Tohagon
J. FL Titan
W. A. Aponcer
Heown
TB Hit
Bella Sonia
Thekd Keller
Orbert Wosnant
Carring Edeging
Min Sun Gorlick
Leona Nitchiniot
Mien Dendahl
Temynel
S. A
Lexus
Dee
Dallas
Morses
Nelle
Nachas
Liasberg
Lind Leen
Avelva
Miss Rand
Hank Werteas
Arlen Gould Beck
William BF
Berle A.S
Greehough 96
Manila
Abt
Pytite
Milady’s
Wdcape
Amer
Ican Wedldy
San Antonis
Naud
Boavt
Beteley
Amol Jena
Thorulis
Moe
Germany
Chen
Graphtusky
Gollan
Shane Hinetthey
George Gamow
Ceorge Washington University
Amerlead Weekly
Willi
Milady
India
Fuelligert
Topsy
Beljreen
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