Oratory and War Leaders Under Scrutiny
The piece criticizes Mussolini and Hitler as great orators whose promises falter as defeats mount. It notes Mussolini’s failures in Africa and Greece, the risk of German involvement, and suggests Africa’s fate could mirror European realignments. The column reflects on the limits of rhetoric amid wartime realities and political consequences.
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Marport City Council considers bids on $550000 airport bonds
Morning session bids referred to City Auditor Tucker. Joint Halsey-Stuart and Worth National Bank bid $550k bonds at 1.75% with $2194 premium, net interest to city $86435.50. alternate option for $300k at 1.5% with $210 premium, 10 year maturity. Additional joint bid from City National Bank Kansas City and others at 7.5% first five years and 2% next sixteen.
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Three Hundred Million Navy Defense Authorization
President Roosevelt signed legislation authorizing 300 million dollars to strengthen naval defenses. The act, passed this session, authorizes anti air defenses and anti- submarine measures on combat ships and 103 auxiliary craft already in service.
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Climens Safety council members launch public safety campaign
Richard Holmgreen marks his fortieth year with Alamo Ironworks while celebrating an eightieth birthday. Eliséo Ruiz RússER, recently promoted vice consul of Mexico in San Antonio, joins the public safety push alongside CL, DOBBS, and CLimens executive secretary.
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That's Lead in Them Skies That's Lead in Them Skies Weather Preview for San Antonio
The forecast calls for an unsettled sky with indiffering temperatures and a pale pewter look across Thursday and Friday. Expect sunny to partly cloudy conditions with highs near 68 degrees and Friday's low around 52 degrees.
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German Sailors Toterned in Camp GARRIZQOZO New Mexico
Thirty eight German sailors, part of the Columbus liner crew, arrived in Carrizozo New Mexico after guarded transport from San Francisco. They were moved in five trucks toward a conferred OCC camp, 29 miles east, as war confinement proceedings proceed.
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Second quake rattles Los Angeles area
A sharp aftershock lasting about ten seconds startled residents across Los Angeles and nearby communities including Alhambra San Gabriel Monterey Park Montovia Glendale Temple City Santa Konled Pasadena Hollywood and Iran dia with no reported damage or injuries.
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Netherlands Submarine Reported Lost on War Service
HONDON Jan 30 The Netherlands government announced the loss of a submarine on war service. The submarine’s name and the naval operations in which she was engaged were not disclosed.
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Washington Man Executed by Gas
Walla Walla Washington man Arley Lewis, 30, of Centrailla, executed in the gas chamber at the state penitentiary for the holding staying at duck Avent, 21, of Portland, Oregon.
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County Seeks Way to Pay for Roads
County officials weigh funding options for road and bridge improvements tied to a $1.8 million federal grant. Abond plan may fund rights of way and expansion, with a projected cost around $600,000 and a potential two cent tax rate. County Judge Charles Anderson to review sites with Army officials.
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Greeks Repulse Counter Attack Near Kil sura
Greek forces repelled an Italian counter attack north of Kil sura. Dawn offensives reportedly pushed Greeks to higher positions as Albanian front actions continued. Italian patrols captured Greek prisoners and arms, with weather hampering operations.
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British aid bill gains house approval in foreign affairs panel
The administration’s British aid bill cleared the House Foreign Affairs Committee after edits. Four major amendments were approved limiting the bill’s scope to June 30, 1943, requiring presidential consultation with Army and Navy chiefs on defense articles, and enabling quarterly reporting to Congress with some disclosure limits. Gerard testified that Germany would seize Mexico if Britain loses, urging a war declaration. The panel sent the measure toward a Monday debate with a likely February 7 vote.
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Keep Ships Home Hitler Warns U S in Speech
Berlin reports quote Reich leader Adolf Hitler urging the United States to keep ships at home while warning that non European powers intervene would trigger Europe’s rise. He praised armed strength, attacked Britain and Italy, and pledged decisive blows when the hour comes. Speakers included Goebbels as Hitler spoke at Berlin’s anniversary gathering and promised more aggressive action if challenged.
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German raids hit Wilhelmshaven and other Northwest targets
London reports say British bombers attacked the German naval base at Wilhelmshaven during the night, with other Northwest German targets hit and all raiders returning safely. Berlin notes British raids on two northern towns caused casualties and damage to residential areas and work camps. The Luftwaffe countered with strikes around London and on coastal industrial sites, while German artillery shelled southeast England military targets. Several British boats were destroyed after a failed surprise attack off the German coast.
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Badoglio Reported Confined to Bed in Rome
Rome dispatch says Pietro Badoglio the former chief of the Mals lax general staff has resigned and is confined to bed according to reports from Rome, January 20.
Daylight Raids Hit London Amid Four Hour Assault
London endured three daylight air raids as German planes bombed streets and shops. Several deaths were reported and many areas suffered damage while Dover faced long range bombardment and clouds of smoke. A four hour alert across Cardoen ended with limited casualties and scattered fires.
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Weather Forecast for San Antonio and Vicinity
Mostly cloudy Thursday night and Friday with moderate southeast winds. Airport readings: high Thursday near 88, low Friday around 52, high Friday about 68. East Texas shows cloudy with light rain. West Texas partly cloudy with rain or snow north. northeast cooler with clearing Friday night.
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British Advance In North Africa and Horn of Africa
British forces claim Derna Derma capture in Libya. Bardia and Tobruk advances noted. Eritrean front patrol activity continues as Rome aims to crack Italy’s colonial empire before German intervention. Operations also reported in Italian Somaliland with deeper patrol penetrations.
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Petain Laval Split Still Open in French Talks
Berlin reports indicate concern over the failure of Philippe Petain and Pierre Laval to align more closely after their talks. Officials question whether French German rapprochement, seen in Hitler Petain discussions, will be actively pursued and note Laval as the main advocate of the policy.
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Roosevelt Vows Birthday Cakes Mark Sixtyframes
Washington January 30 President Roosevelt turned 60 today as seven birthday cakes were shared at the White House. The event supported a national fund drive for infantile paralysis, raising 58 thousand dollars in dimes so far, with nationwide participation higher than last year.
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