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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 10, 1942

Page

12

Curiosity Kills A Cat in Forrestal Mystery Trial

Inspector Pettergill unveils tangled motives in the Forrestal case as Amy Forrestal, Kay, and Bruce contend with a deadly plot. Bruce’s role, a radium letter, and a staged plan to trap a killer emerge amid accusations, danger, and a cliffhanger ending as the pursuit continues.

Stella Amy Ted Mr. Forrestal Pan Forrestall Forrestal Kay Milicou Betteneili Statle Oth Wit Blow Ming Kay Ailan Anserily Anne Bowes King Features Syn. Foc

Storing Cars and Tires During Rubber Shortage

Washington dispatch reports army guidance on storing tires and cars during the rubber shortage. Instructions cover jacking up wheels, following manufacturer inflation directions, wrapping outdoors tires, coating with synthetic rubber paint, and keeping tires cool and out of sunlight. Tubes in or out of casings should be deflated and protected, with storage advised for up to three years for tires and two years for tubes.

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OPM Imposes Lead Use Restrictions Amid War Enlistment Surge

Navy and Marine enlistments soar after Pearl Harbor as government imposes strict controls on lead use in civilian products. Officials announce 55,888 men joined the Navy in December to January, the highest monthly total, with Marines at over 18,000 though stations have not yet reported. Navy recruitment surpasses WWI levels, while stroke of policy targets lead in civilian solder and related items.

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Merion Money Matters In Local Listings

Fragmented OCR reads like a local notices page item mentioning amounts of money, dates, and names in unclear order. It references Soart Merion and TAN DOM with amounts and potential bids or payments tied to a local event or listing. The readable bits imply a financial notice or small ad about funds and dates.

Blood-Stained Auto Found By L.A. Police

Los Angeles police found a blood smeared abandoned taxi with Arizona plates in the 1600 block of Pasadena Street Los Angeles Heights. City Detectives J C Emnian and I Garza led the preliminary probe noting interior stains suggesting a struggle and hay in the car. A chauffeur’s license bearing the name Cay Carrol Quails of Pry, Ariz, was recovered. authorities contacted Arizona officials for next steps.

van Antonne Arizona Pasadena Street Los Angeles Heights J. Cemmian I. Garza Mey Pry

Aussies Ask Free Troop Movements From Parliament

In Adelaide on January 10 South Australian legislators telegraphed Prime Minister Curtin urging immediate parliamentary session to remove travel restrictions on Australian troops not in the imperial force. Without relaxation conscripts could not serve outside the continent, and only imperial volunteers could be deployed abroad.

Adedaide Australia John Curtin Australah Australis Imperial Force Atiech

Two Brothers Missing After Pearl Harbor Attack

In Nevada on January 10 a brief war update reports two brothers from Mrs. Aliee Weils lost during the Pearl Harbor raid. Navy notification first listed son William as missing, then confirmed Reymond as lost in the same action. The article notes family sorrow and ongoing military losses in the Pacific theater.

Nevada Aliee Weils Navy Pearl Barbor William Reymond Als Hesbor

Depot Officer Commissioned at Fort Sam Houston

Chief Warrant Officer M. M. Penney, warehousing officer at the San Antonio General depot, Fort Sam Houston, has been ordered to active duty as a second lieutenant effective January 15. He will remain on duty at the depot where he has been stationed since October 27, 1824. Tee Munk SE AMT Moni-

M. M. Penney San Antonio General Depot Fort Sam Houston Tee Munk SE Amt Moni

First Baptist Deacon Selections and Church Leadership

Walter R. Flack and others named as deacons of the First Baptist Church. X Newcomb elected vice chairman of the church board. The document blends church notices with contemporaneous market quotes for cattle and feed, listing prices and lots commonly found in periodical agricultural sections.

Walter R. Flack Bradley Dar X. Newconb Hiss S. A Nova Sereo San Antonio Basar de Good Cholen Oterium .O

Obituary for Pelchte Ann Gentile and others

An obituary fragment lists Pelchte Ann Gentile aged 1 month with services at San Fernando cathedral and interment at San Fernando cemetery No. 2 Mercedes Gonzales 48 and 290 Penct Abert noted. Survivors include Ramona Suya and others. multiple names appear with burial at Saint Ferdinand Cemetery No. 2. Died Monday, March ... services and interments in Kansas City and local cemeteries referenced. Burial details mention private services and various relatives, with a long list of named survivors and interment locations.

Marnela Avenue San Fernando Cathedral Mercedes Gonzales San Fernandia Medral Foller St

Texas Livestock and Farm Machinery Repair Guidance

Bexar county farmers are advised to repair or rebuild farm machinery to guard against labor shortages this year. Parts delays, wartime factory shifts, and the need for better equipment care are highlighted. Government loans on cotton pinches are to mature on demand or July 31, 1942.

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Bucky Grissom No 2 well opens in Bee county oils

The Buck y Grissom No 2 well in Bee county continues cleaning into the pit Saturday morning, with flow through a 384 inch choke at 326 pounds pressure. Test shows strong casing pressure and ongoing clearance through perforations in the Carriza Wilcox region. North Luby field extension attempt stalled by shadowed Prairie Oil and Gas Knight No 1, with high priced acreage and multiple producers active in TAGI Southward and G509 foot zones.

T. B. Buck'y Grissom No Wildscot Bee County Carriza-Wilcox Perfora Ton Petronitin Luby Nueces County Stnelatr Prairle Ob Company Knight

Girl Scout Troop Registration For San Antonio Unit

A fragmentary note indicates plans to register a Girl Scout Troop 14 sponsored in a trading post setup. The text references Mrs Marl Bluieber and Miss Clare Walt Ness with mentions of lower prices and regional names, but the overall meaning is unclear due to the garbled OCR.

jFlans Gircout Son Antonio Sre Mra Marl Bluieber Clare Walt Ness Guerrero and Mare Lelleld

Fruit and Vegetable Prices from Washington Market Ad

A crowded listing of produce prices and crate, box, and per unit rates from Washington market. Items include bananas, carrots, cauliflower, celery, grapes, onions, potatoes, pears, peppers, rhubarb, squash, tomatoes, and turkeys with varied regional origins and price points. The jumble reflects a market section with wholesale and retail figures, flavors of era commerce, and miscellaneous ad details.

Simplified Income Tax Form 140A Details and Rules

The article explains the simplified income tax method using form 140A for taxpayers with gross income up to 3000 after allowances. It covers deduction limits, dependent credits, and standard exemptions of 6750 for single or head of household and 2600 for married filing jointly. It also notes who may file joint or separate returns, eligibility blocks, and the irrevocable election nature between the simplified method and general provisions. It mentions who may switch to the other method in subsequent years.

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Dance Hall Listings Highlight Evening Events in San Antonio

In San Antonio a string of social events unfolds with venue listings. Loulae Schuctee Lodge hosts an old fashioned dance featuring Louie and Hix Band. Dante Hill Top Hall shows a dance with Texas Melody Boys Orchestra. Brain's Hall in San Tar advertises a music night with Molotes and a Roya act. Events note general admission and times across multiple venues.

Dante Hill Top Hall Bat Dan Pioneera’ Music Cady Brain's Hal Tar Roya

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