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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 04, 1941

Page

3

Danish Consuls Withdrawn as Denmark Seeks U S Exit

Washington July 4 47 Renmark seeks U S withdrawal of all consuls by July 15 to simplify a tangled diplomatic situation. Denmark’s move follows Germany Italy occupied areas and echoes similar requests from other nations. Three Copenhagen consuls are to proceed to Lisbon and await further directives while the Danish government distances Henrik de Kauffman.

Washington Renmark United States State Department Cougirls Copenhagen Denmark Roy ‘Atherton Mondster Denmack Germany Owever Copenhingen Eets Henrik de Kauffman Conauta

American airman presumed prisoner in German-occupied France

London reports Pilot Officer William Isaac Hall of the RAF Eagle Squadron, American volunteer, believed captured after he reportedly bailed out over northern France. Fellow aviators say Hall was seen descending toward open country with a German-occupied area and his plane in distress. Hall hails from Springfield Vermont.

London William Isaac Hall RA P. Eagle Squadron Tin Springfield Fosay France Hall Aix

Texas Soldiers Pay Higher College Fees Bill Passed

A Texas legislative bill signed by Governor W. Dre O'Daniel allows officers enlisted personnel and dependents of state military members to enroll their children in state higher education institutions at the same tuition rates as residents. The act, introduced by Roger Kelly of Edinboro, replaces the former higher-fee policy for military families.

Legislataire Winil W. Dre O'Daniel Tex Rogers Kelly Legislatwee Edinborg Wailer Solters Texas

Galloway Rites to Be Held Here

Services for Miss Evelyn Galloway of Calwinda Springs, California, formerly of San Antonio, will be held Saturday at 4 pm. She died Tuesday in an automobile collision near Colorado Springs. Survivors include her mother Mrs Anne Callowly, sisters Mrs Ronat Kyeupner, brothers Allen and Walter Galloway.

Evelyn Galloway Calwinda Springs Cem San Antonio Galloway Col Orado Springs Anne Callowly Nat Kyeupner Allen Ke Walter Galloway

San Antonio may host Chicago opera star in new musical offer

The San Antonio Auditorium Manager s Association tentatively considers bringing concert baritone John Gherles Thom an from the Chicago Civic Opera for next winter. Hollywood producers floated a musical comedy with Thom an in the lead, possibly The Desert Song or Rose Marie. Reactions from other managers will shape the plan, with further offers from Chicago operetta impresario J Charlee Cubech under consideration.

John Gherles Thoman Chicago Civic Opera San Antonio Gene Wildenstein Municipal Auditorium Wildenstein Ralph D. Paonessa Hollywood Nomas Auditorium Managers’ Association Wilfenstein J. Charlee Cubech Chivaggo Glyse Opera Civla Theater Chicaro Whiteinstein Chierga Thomas Gilbert Blossom Tims Areisis

Sarran Elected by Alamo Legion Post

George H. Sarrin Friday was elected commander of Alamo Post No. 2 Amerlon. Other officers listed include Joe Glass as senior vice commander and C. E. Smet as fist vice commander. The executive committee features John M. Howard and G. Carter among others.

George H. Sarrin Horn Alamos Amerlon Lenton Joe Glass C. E. Smet W.G. Fhll Tdvocotte C. Dietert Nonnee Oiler Froncis Ledwhy Mike Janowsil Sorgekntenhearnts Islea T Gullaher Tauly Paletta Holdey Catherine A. Bryant Sau N. Beonca Nergy Haberkom Dlemod, Smith Samuel Vince Berman Nam

Flying Tests Record Number One for Cadet Applicants

Prospective nylon cadets will report to Bertholpl field on August 12 to undergo a series of aerial and electro mechanical tests for cadet appointments. Randolph officers announce that applicants scoring highly in seven subjects may obtain exemptions from nine required subjects. The process details and exemptions reflect the era’s strong emphasis on technical proficiency for military aviation roles.

Nylon J Bertholpl Field Randolph Priday Mit

Mine Possibility in Outing Disaster

Reported wreck of fishing vessel Don with 35 lives lost. Congressman James O. Oliver appointed to joint committee to probe causes. He noted possible mine threat or construction fault and peacetime precautions.

Harpswell Jamen O. Oliver

Alaska Attack Is Doomed at Start

The Glacier Priest Father Bernard Hubbard says Alaska cannot be invaded. He describes a hypothetical Japanese path from Vladivostok to Alaska, notes severe weather, vast distances, and the impracticality of using Alaska as a base to attack Canada or the United States. He sails from Matsonia on a coast guard cutter ready to help organize Alaskan defenses.

San Francisco Alaska United States Ganda Bernard Hubbard Alaskiy Glacier Priest Arctic Matuiay Coast Guard U. S. Army Talnus Seattle Pattama Sakhalin Japan Kamchatka Canada

Mrs Meeks Becomes Bexar County Constable

Mrs Meeks widow Anna Meeks took office Friday as Bexar County constable. She was appointed by the county commissioner’s court to serve the remaining 16 months of her term, ensuring the constable’s office would continue its operation in the precinct.

Anna Meeks Gonstable S. BM Chattey" Meeks Bexar County Merits Chef County Wonmissleriey Jerin Preeinet

Driver Kayoed by Milk Hits Tree

A breakdown accident Friday in the 1000 block of Rigsby Avenue left Kerr, 44, of 150 Trat Ashby, with injuries described as serious. Police say a milk delivery truck slid from the track compartment, struck a tree, and overturned, dislocating Kerr’s shoulder and causing multiple bruises. he was knocked unconscious.

Ashby Enick Kerr Rigsby Avenue Alo

ALE PRICE HEAD OF LIONS CLUB ALE PRICE HEAD OF LIONS CLUB

Ale Price was elected president of the Alamo Heights Lions Club Friday. Elected to officers were T C Patterseyy as vice president, Travis as second vice president, Dr John W Warsham as third vice president, Fred Belidwil as secretary, A W Browns as treasurer, and T BE Hunter as trustee. Directors named included Rental Jackson, Frank Robnse, Richard Yarderstrahon, Roy Garwood, and Tom Christa with Pal Fhireater.

RE Price Friday Alamo Heights N Travis John W. Warsham Fred Belidwil A. W. Browns Hunter McBuda Jon Janne Mar Bonra Direntors Rental Jackson Frank Rob Nse Richard Yarderstrahon Roy Garwood Prana Sincer Tom Christa Gee Talbak God Pal Fhireater

Japs Hold Up Hips TOS TORYO March Cancellation

A disrupted shipping notice reports the Kimikawa March voyage being postponed by Japanese authorities. The ship was set to sail to New York but was halted for public consultation at the east and west ends of the Ehnikawa Mare and the Burdinus Mien. The Terdeaux Mary voyage remains canceled and power integrity is noted.

Toryo Mig New York Terdeaux

Fort Sam Depot Guards to Train for Eight Week Course

Fort Sam Depot will begin an eight week training course for twelve guards. The training at Fort Sam Lovston under the direction of Police Director Sgt B and Chief Clisves will focus on foundational security duties at the depot and Loviston station.

Fort Sam Sam Lovston Tueh High School

County scholastic population rises in 1941 totals

Bexar county's scholastic population stands at 72,087 in 1941, up 84 from 1940, per County School Superintendent R. W. May. San Antonio Independent School District shows a decline to 52,087, down 73 since 1939, with shifts tied to families moving for public works and army housing projects.

Hexne County Schior R. W. May Batin Garies San Antonio Independent School District May Tris Edgewood San Antonio Schwoll Alamo Heights Harlendale Lea Angelia Heights South San Antonio Bal Fomerset Randolph Field County Girls’ School County Boys’ School

Army Plans for Large Expansion Spark Washington Debate

Washington debated a proposed broad army expansion to about 2.0 million personnel with power to use national guardsmen and extend service beyond the Western Hemisphere. Critics argued against overseas deployment without war, while supporters cited wartime needs and equipment readiness. Lawmakers split over guarding rights, reserve officers, and limits on peacetime use.

Washington United States Army Stremetli Kepd Yegilam High Command Capitol Hil Wheefles Benatir Wheeler Teeland Gepartmoeyit Yin Hla George G Marshall Cny Thomn D.tex House Military Committee Ewardanen Eeyeree Bmi D-Ala Wheeler Lon Loys Mackenzie King Boarkman D.ali Qe Military Couniller Brooks D-La Bintshall

Waldrip Reunion Plans Are Made

Brady on July 4 hosts the Waldrip homecoming to welcome progeny arriving for the celebration. JO Chaffin serves as president and Nat Randall as secretary. The event begins at 10 A M with expected turnout of many relatives.

Waldrip Brady JO. Chaffin Nat Randall

Music trade shows vast instrument production in 1900s

The industry reports annual American factory output valued at about 40 million dollars with 170000 pianos and nearly 200 organs listed among many other goods. The figures include 46500 carpets 15600 saxophones 2600 clarinets 187200 guitars 2900 drums and 18700 bells among varied items.

Wigh-Triced Music America Ecnvius Bureau

Willkie Urges Navy Aid to Britain in Independence Day Talk

Willkie declares the United States will use the navy to bolster Britain against Nazi aggression. says failure to defend liberty in Europe risks all. He spoke from NBC studios and the remarks were translated into multiple languages for broadcast.

New York Wendell L. Willkie aAncrean Navy Britain Uberty Europe Mberby Im Amerten Willkin NBC Aise Hin

British Blacklist 7 More Jap Ships

British and French actions in wartime extend to Syria and the Atlantic theater. Reports from Ankara and Los Angeles indicate French reinforcements and potential disruptions in shipping as Britain expands its blacklist of Japanese vessels. A consulate spokesman says the move is not an act of war, but vessels may be refused facilities by British or Allied works.

Los Angeles UPI Britain Tatanonnd Syria

Stone Takes Oath In Log Cabin Ceremony

In Rocky Mountain Park a solemn oath ceremony saw Justice Stone swear to uphold the Constitution. Uniformed rangers stood as witnesses as the chief justice recited the oath amid a formal log cabin setting, with Mrs Stone present and several officials assisting. The event included the deathless pledge and the allegiance recital.

Stone Rocky Mountain Colo. iJaly Harvan Flese Stone The United States Rockies Nita Wayne Buckell U. 5 Rack Mounis Park

French Air Force Reinforced From North Africa and Greece

Continued reinforcement of the French Air Force is reported as aircraft fly from North Africa and via Axis-occupied Greece and the Aegean Islands. The movement signals strengthened aerial capabilities amid ongoing warfare in the region.

Jstme One North Africa Greece Tinfeennese Islands

Petition Honors Sponsor Of Radio Safety Program

A petition of appreciation was presented to Karl Mohbitteele sponsor of the Texts Stivel of the Air safety program. A S year old girl owes her life to the program and two boys who rescued her from a fire. The petition, bound in a box farm, bore signatures of Texas echoal children in appreciation.

Suesday Karl Mohbitteele Hic Beox Farm Texas Echoal

Education radio series aids eschool program testimonial

Hon of Hobittecile and supporters back a weekly educational radio show for eschools. A Dallas ceremony honored the program with testimonials from students who learned safety lessons, including Jolie Ray Jeter who helped extinguish a fire after oil spilled on Kay Murphy. Dr L A Woods attended with officials and educators.

Hon of Hobittecile Chilaren Dallas

City News Dance Listings Around Luxong Hall July

Various dance events are listed for early July at venues including Luxong Hall and Herr Lone’s Band. Promotions advertise music by village bands and tiedwig halls with multiple dates and locations such as Hermann Sons Hall and Strawalter Hall.

Luxong Hall Vilage tAdv Battle Dance Tiedwig, Hall Fischlened Ryvm Homblers Povee Advd Herr Lone Bind Engle Turkey Trotters Alton Wenzel Lodge Hermann Sons Hall Frits Aid

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T.R. JR Col. Theodore Roosevelt Jr Provident of Rough Rider Fame City of Boston Anvl Sarran Alamo Legion Post Mrs. Meeks Ale Price Head Lions Club BL B. Price Heads Welgits Lions Bexar Oghool Cengu Stavs Fleet Joske KAWL Kay Murphy Ag John Gunstream Willkie NAVY Ankara Purkey Atlontien Syn Petition Lands King County Brither Kerry Jolie Ray Jeter Joie Ray Altea Cay Boyd School of the Art Dalles L. A. Woods Public Instructions Putncy Ross K. Wideman Kiug County Guays City News sTrawalter Hall Sere Dupas Joske’s
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