U S Arns Production Czar Set Up By Roosevelt Edict
President Roosevelt created a centralized war production board appointing Donald M. Nelson as supreme head of war materiel production. Nelson will direct the entire program, with final procurement and production decisions, reporting to the President. The move shifts oversight from the existing supply board, raising questions about the role of Knudsen and Hillman and the future of the OPM.
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Idney Hillman
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War Roundup: Allied Fronts and Counterattacks Across Asia and Europe
AP timeline reports Warell establishing HQ in Dutch East Indies and Japanese-occupied Tarakan under air assault. Dutch forces push on Sarawak frontier while tunnels and bridges blown to slow Wap advance. Singapore area raids leave 53 dead or wounded. US Leeons sink two Japanese fighters off Itch Tnodles as MacArthur’s troops repel two dives in the Philippines. Russians claim advances near Leningrad, Kharkov, and Donets basin with Red cavalry hitting German lines in Crimea. Tokyo notes carrier Lexington damaged by torpedoes southwest of Hawaii. a hospital ship reportedly sunk by a US sub.
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Tarakan Island
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Appointment of transport officer at Camp Forrest Tenn
Camp Forrest Tennessee reports the appointment of First Lieutenant Pullman Carr as the new transportation officer. The notice notes Carr assumes duties at the base in January, with no further details on responsibilities or term.
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War 25 Years Ago Today
January 1817 reports claim of two Austrian submarines captured by Halians and a bombing of the Austrian naval base at Pala. Teutons seize Vadeni near Galatz while Japanese press news of Tsukuba explosion in Yokohama harbor with deaths and injuries. London notes three British warships hit near Malta a year ago. Italian authorities report civilian population evacuations in Albania as British forces advance toward Tobruk in North Africa.
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Pedestrians Injured In Auto Strikes In City Streets
Two pedestrians were struck by autos in separate incidents. Robert Moore, 65, of 359 East Commerce Street, was treated for bruises and head injuries after a collision on East Market Street. Driver listed as Mn CG. King, 40, of 210 Wilox Street, involved in second incident on Casa Blanco Street and Broadway. Andy Knaup, 55, of 1603 Broadway, sustained injuries to his right thumb and ankle.
Dance to Aid Red Cross Fund Memorial to Wake Defenders
WALKINGDON Jen 14 A congressional drive to aid the Red Cross backs a memorial for Wake Island defenders. Pioneer Memorial hall hosts a 3 p m Thursday benefit concert with AL Brite and his orchestra donating services. Receipts go to the Red Cross and a memorial fund for officers and men of the United States Marine corps.
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Work Stops In Ford Plant
A stoppage in the Rouge plant of Ford Motor company halted operations in the assembly division. UAW officials and company representatives rushed to the scene to discuss the incident. A union spokesman could not identify the cause, but noted the plant normally employs about 7000 workers across three shifts, though recent activity had reduced shift numbers. The union indicated action rests with the workers if they choose to stay idle.
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Care of Pets in Air Raids Planned
NEW YORK January 14 authorities announce a humane society plan to aid animals during air raids. Fifty eight ambulances will roam city streets to pick up dogs cats and birds wounded in bombing, urging owners not to destroy their pets as in wartime Britain.
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Nu-Mane Society
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Texan Corrects Report of Death
WEIMAR January 14 The report of my death has been grossly exaggerated James Lee Smith was misdated as killed at Pearl Harbor A war department telegram corrected the record stating Smith is safe and alive.
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James Lee Smith
War Department
Pearl Harbor
Magazines Stolen From San Antonio Library
Reports say several hundred pounds of old magazines were stolen from the basement of the San Antonio Public Library on Wednesday. The librarian Miss Dulig Grothaus reported the theft to police. The piece also includes an item about Italy's foreign minister Count Galeazzi Ciana leaving Rome for Budapest.
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Galeazzi Clana
Italy
Tire Dealers Make Appeal to Civilian Defense Board
The San Antonio Tire Dealers association asked the Civilian Defense Board to grant a bond for the tire stationing program. P. W. Sauer was elected president at the recent meeting. A board meeting called by FP. L. Anderson set for 11 a.m. Thursday to consider the appeal. Anderson noted inspectors seek release from duties due to time demands.
Father's War Luggage Carried By Son In WWII
Floresville man Robert S Breeden carries luggage first used by his father to World War II service. The heirloom item, once taken by his father to World War I, was sent to Sheppard Field in Wichita Falls after Breeden enlisted in the Air Corps.
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Robert S Breeden
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Air Corps
Sheppard Fleld
Wichita Falls
UT Head Explains Loss of Hospital Staffing Stance
President Homer P Rainey of the University of Texas said the army chose not to staff the Twenty seventh General Hospital with UT medical faculty, saying the war department preferred continued physician training. A military affairs panel had criticized administrative delays and failing to secure additional funding, prompting the action.
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Homer P. Rainey
University of Texas
Teday the Anny
University Medical Ranch
War Department
Finland Norway Lines Paralyzed by Sabotage
News reports say communications by sea between northern Norway and Finland were paralyzed by Norwegian sabotage. The British radio, heard by NBC, stated the disruption cut northern Norway’s link to Finland.
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Navy Secretary Knox denies Nazi unrest reports as deception
Washington reports Knox calls German unrest tales spurious fabrications aimed at dulling U.S. resolve. He cautions against interpreting Russian withdrawals as a German rout and notes wartime shifts in naval command while exposing concerns over Hawaii’s racial mix and no decision yet on handling the issue.
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Ernest J. King
Harold R. Stark
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Slav Guerillas Attack Germans War report from New York
New York January 14 A dispatch from British radio reported that the Chetniks Yugoslav guerrilla troops launched renewed attacks against Nazi occupiers in recent days claiming heavy casualties on the invaders and broad Allied support was noted in the broadcasts
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Nazi Women Prove Hitler Wrong in War-Era Labor Boost
A Berlin radio report picked up by CBS claimed about 1,000,000 more German women are employed in industry than at the war’s start, challenging Hitler’s view that a woman’s place was in the home. The broadcast reflects wartime shifts as women assume greater industrial roles.
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Canadian Troops Get New Gari Uniforms Early March
Ottawa dispatch says new walking out khaki serge uniforms will be issued to Canadian soldiers in March for off duty and special occasions. Described as similar to officer jackets and slacks with brass buckled belt, brown tie, black socks or shoes, and a waterproof coat.
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Motors Warned S A Has Only 30 Day Tire Supply
A San Antonio report warns motorists the city has only about 30 days of new tires and a similar window for used tires at current sales rates. Dealers say recapping materials may extend or shrink that window, with price ceilings now in effect and drivers urged to monitor tread and avoid driving on worn tires.
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Boy Bites Hen Thief Then Escapes
A boy bit the owner of two hens and fled as police were alerted. M. E. Lawler, at 186 Robert E Lee Road, reported being bitten on the hand when he attempted to detain the child thief who grabbed two chickens and ran away.
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Axis Allies Restless as Reds Upset Hitler Plans
Axis allies face tension as Soviet pressures shift the European front. Reports claim Turkey, Bulgaria, and Romania alignments affect German plans while dissension grows among Nazi satellite states. Observers cite reorganization strains, Himmler’s rising role and Goering’s clouded standing amid shifting strategic priorities.
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Commentator Admits Nazis Underestimate Reds
A translated wartime dispatch quotes a commentator admitting German forces misjudged Soviet strength. It cites Russian reserves, winter conditions, and supply challenges forcing German troops to improvise against a better organized Red Army. The piece highlights Russian high command delaying winter quarters and mounting a broader offensive.
Theft Charge Nets 2 Years In District Court
Raymndville district court heard Timolen Cantu indicted Monday for theft. He received a two year sentence. The proceeding occurred on a Tuesday morning in January.
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Social Workers to Study War Role Meeting Planned
Members of the San Antonio social workers association will meet with representatives of the C. C. D. at 3730 p.m. Thursday to discuss their role in defense. The notice is issued by George J. Pickens, city juvenile officer.
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Finger mangled in circular saw incident
A 61 year old man at 202 Cottonynad Street suffered a badly mangled finger while working in the 200 block of South Floris Street on Wednesday. He received treatment at Robert B. Green Hospital.
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S A Railway Employee Dies
Pulnoea services for Oswald Conrads, 47, employee of the Southern Pacific Lines at Houston, will be held at 10 a m Thursday at theriel chapel with Rev. Paul Hetti officiating. A World War veteran, he is survived by his widows, mother, sisters, and brothers. interment at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.
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