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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 07, 1941

Page

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Washingtons Legacy in the War for Independence

The piece argues Americans styled revolutionaries as patriots while Britain labeled them traitors. It highlights George Washington's English lineage and Virginia roots, noting his family's English background, his early leadership, and the broader quest for liberty that shaped the American Republic.

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Hearings Planned on Steffler Expenditure Cuts

Mayor Maury Maverick announced a city council hearing Thursday on Paul Steffler’s budget overspend. Steffler cut 25 employees, placed four on half time, and paused all WPA projects to return to budget in two to three months. The mayor warned of job losses from WPA, noted airport bond plans, and projected bond redemption and tax gains as San Antonio strengthens finances.

Maury Maverick Paul Steffler WEA Myor Tuestigg Staeffer WPA Maverick Sais Antonio Natios

Mild And Low For San Antonio Weather Outlook

Mild temperatures and a low ceiling set the tone for San Antonio's forecast for Tuesday and Wednesday. Highs near 64 on Tuesday, around 70 on Wednesday, with lows near 41 Tuesday and 60 Wednesday, contrasting with last year's 36 degree low.

San Antonios

Bogus Coin Case Testimony Opens

Testimony opens in a federal district court trial involving alleged counterfeit coin possession. Defendant Gordon f is linked with Emmett J. Polaski, both facing similar charges, with Manuel Dera also charged in the case as proceedings proceed. Andrew McCormack, father of Count John McCormack, dies at 81 in Dublin.

Federal District Tain Goren Lounterfeit Cols Gordon F Emmett J. Polaski McCormack Dublin Andrew McCormlesk John McCormack Lee

Scrapiron price warning voiced by Henderson in Washington

Leon Henderson urged price makers to voluntarily cut iron and steel scrap prices by several dollars per ton to support capacity and prevent excessive charges. He said industry representatives agreed at a recent conference that current prices were too high. The target was to bring No 1 heavy melting scrap to about 20 dollars per ton in Pittsburgh.

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Texans Warned on Spread of Flu

In Austin the state health officer Dr. George W. Cox warns Texans about a flu epidemic worsening across Texas. He cites 32 083 new cases for the week ending January 4 and notes many more unreported cases. Pneumonia linked deaths rise, with 3000 cases in the bloodstream, and the outbreak may worsen with bad weather.stay in good health, avoid crowds, and keep warm as the epidemic continues.

Austin Inn Texas George W. Cox Cox Nple Health Department

New Jersey Judge Upholds Antisemitic Indictments

Judge Losey upheld indictments charging Wilhelm Kihzg Wallon Geeniman American band leaders and eight associates with planning hatred against Jews. Not all defendants appeared. attorney John Winans vowed an appeal. Penalties could reach up to three years in prison and a $5000 fine. Names listed include Kunze Klapprott Clark Pitking Scharrschmidt Sciulppharse Neopperk.

Newton Nod Dan Johm Losey New Jersey Wilhelm Kihzg Wallon Geeniman-American Band Reader John Winans Inw Kunze Aust Klapprott Andover Leonard D. Clark New York Bard Magnetie Vohin C. Pitking Union City Richard Alvele Wid Paul Scharrschmidt Patereay Carl Sciulppharse Glen Bock George Neopperk Cliffside Park Camp Nerenad

Luftwaffe Blames Weather For London Bombing Night

Berlin reports unfavorable weather hampered German attacks on Britain. German sources claim some planes hit survival spots in England during the raid while London says seven barrage balloons were shot down by a German plane flying just above cloud layers.

Berlin Jen Ine Aauyers England London

Mann to Appeal Court Decision

Mann announced yesterday he would appeal the Texas Supreme Court ruling to the United States Supreme Court. The case concerns whether an individual can serve in dual state and federal capacities, with Attorney General Gerado noted in the report.

Mann Austin U. S United Sates Supreme Court Attaney Gerado Texas Supreme Court

Navy crew clears channel for Edinburg pond takeoff

A U S naval crew at Corpus Christi began converting a shallow salt pond north west of Edinburg into a usable channel. The project aims to create a maton capable of handling a 19 ton navy bomber that landed there last week. The bomber had previously interrupted a flight from San Diego to Pensacola, part of ongoing training logistics.

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Bulgarian Turbulent Front Feared as Turkish Stance Grows

Bulgarian defenses amid reports of massing along the Turkish line near Sofia and Thrace. Turkish forces estimated at 400,000 ready for any crossing, while German plans and Soviet-backed diplomacy influence Bulgaria's stance as winter moves in.

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Turkey Extends All Army Terms For All Classes

The Durkist government extended military service for all arms for another year. The move affects all classes under arms including sergeants 31 years old and older. Official figures on how many will be reenlisted were not released.

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Boy Hit By Auto Injures Arian On Golind Street

An 8 year old boy named Arian was knocked down in the 50 block of Golind street Puesday while walking to school. He sustained minor injuries and was treated at the 8B Green hospital.

Arian Victoria Anaula Golind Street Pollce Mary Escamilla Gilbert Arrmbide Frid City Road Rudy Dominguez North Centre Street West Martin Street North Santa Rosa Tacamilla

Bond posted for Voling Machine case in Texas Supreme Court

A bond of 28 was posted Tuesday with the district clerk by the Voling Machine company. A certified copy will be sent to the Texas Supreme Court. The court may hear the writ of error in Roy O Antley vs. Bexar County to decide if the county can exceed its budget to pay for the machine.

Autowistic Voling Machine Company Texas Supreme Court Postink Supreme Court Roy O. Antley Bexar Counly

94,000 Italians Out of Commission

London reports estimates that the British army in the Nile region has halted 94,000 Italian forces since December 9 amid fighting in North Africa, with details still unclear about the losses and frontline conditions.

London North Africa

British Bombers Hit Enemy Ship in Latest Raid

Reports from London describe raids by British bombers on an enemy vessel off the coast of Norway and a tanker off the Netherlands. The dispatch notes significant damage, casualties, and wartime material losses, with figures varying as officials compile updated counts.

London Dal Hombers Chaytman Cnast Norway Netherlands

Despondent Texas youth fatally shot in home study

Fourteen-year-old Robert Morton, son of a wealthy southwest Texas family, was found dead in his study room from a gunshot shortly after reportedly preparing to return to school. Police said he killed himself with a rifle, after his mother and brother asked him to retreat for schooling. An inquest is planned.

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Knudsen to Head Defense Unit

Washington scene reports President Hoogewell issuing an executive order. Willian 5S leads a new Toleman office. Knudsen will head the defense committee and strengthen the defense urge as officials finalize the sale order and discuss matters at a press conference.

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French French Skirmish at Hanoi Falls Shorthand

French authorities reported a skirmish at the entrance to Fort Hanoi as 20 Japanese soldiers tried to breach the guard, clashing with six French troops. One Japanese fighter was said to be seriously wounded amid a week of disturbances.

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Reaction Varied to FDR Address

The Ausocinted Press Fresifent Roosevelt's message described as a declaration of war on internal politics. Fascist Germany and Italy react with warnings while Britain and Australia praised the address as inspiring resolve. Radio reception issues disrupted confirmation of official comments.

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U S Action Aims Corpus Housing Units Availability

Washington reports a new Corpus Christi housing program to address a critical housing shortage. The plan includes naval school proximity and ties to national defense, adding to 950 family units already being provided to house naval personnel and civilians.

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Weather Forecast for San Antonio and Regions

Weather outlook shows continued cloudiness San Antonio and East Texas with increasing warmth. Tuesday night and Wednesday bring partial clearing, with easterly winds and temperatures around 64 today and 52 Wednesday.

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