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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1944
Page
11
A reader reflection on postwar business conditions and rival establishments. The author notes threats to courtesy and service amid wartime shifts, advising firms to balance polite refusals with firm boundaries while anticipating continued competition and potential growth after the war. Page 2, Col.
An advertisement promotes Creomulsion as a quick remedy for bronchitis and chest coughs. It claims to loosen and expel phlegm, soothe inflamed bronchial membranes, and uses He chestwood solvent with non narcotic ingredients. The copy promises a money back guarantee if the medicine does not relieve coughing and improve rest.
Luncheon kicks off Los Angeles bond campaign raising 192000 in wartime sales. Event at Guirter hotel Tuesday noon with Air Raid Wardens Wing, district workers, and a Wharton cadet center concert. Key speakers include Ren Smith and Walter Well, among wardens and sponsors.
One of the most decorated eras of officers graduates from Randolph as the Central Instructor School completes its final postgraduate course. Eighteen graduates hold the Distinguished Flying Cross and other honors, including the Distinguished Service Cross, Silver Star, and Purple Heart. They tally numerous medals and oak leaf clusters, with one member earning the Soldier's Medal for valor. They have flown 1844 missions, bombing German and Japanese targets. Next week they disperse to bomber pilot training roles to prepare for overseas duty.
Former Mexican postmaster general Don Cosme, a longtime government figure and former governor and senator, announces plans to establish a permanent home in San Antonio but will maintain Mexico City business ties. He says he hopes to spend time in San Antonio with his daughter studying there, leaves for Mexico City soon, and may return in about 30 days. Local figures attending the announcement at the St. Anthony hotel included Apache Packing President Cruz Lozatto and Mexican officials and business leaders.
A police officer directing traffic in the 1800 block of Broadway near midnight Sunday was struck by a vehicle. He suffered abrasions and a head injury and was taken to Santa Rosa Hospital for treatment.
Kelly field announces a Fourth War Bond drive rally at 3 p.m. Thursday in the Blitz hanger. A $1,000,000 quota is set with plans for a national speaker and department rallies January 21 to 27 to pledge workers. Maj Mason and Chief Warrant Officer Pendergrass lead civilian and military drives, arranging unit bond purchases to avoid central trips.
Mrs. Mercenn serien and her daughter Rosa, five, burned on hands and arms when a gasoline engine exploded while they were toning clothes Sunday. They were treated at Rebel B, Green hospital.
The agency reports reaching its five millionth account as part of a payroll aid program. It notes benefits totaling well over 3 billion dollars for army families, with monthly checks supporting thousands of service members and dependents.
Army to show military gear at San Antonio era base February 8 to 10 with over 30 displays. Generals Deivan Baxter Bulsen Bearh and others will attend at Fort Stud Houston, featuring chemical warfare gear and medical and service units.
Two men were wounded in a shooting at a California area bar on Sunday night. Victims were taken to Robert B. Green hospital. Police reported a second related altercation near Trinky and San Jucheita streets.
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