Holiday Death Toll Rises From Fireworks and Crashes Across Nation
A rising holiday traffic toll reported nationwide tops 151 fatalities, with fireworks and related incidents contributing 82 more deaths this year. California leads states with 23 total fireworks deaths, Pennsylvania reports 18, and Ohio 22, amid a record July holiday danger.
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Paraguay Hunts Revolt Leaders Amid River City Plot
In Asuncion July, two Paraguayan naval officers Captains Dos San fna and Guerrero Padin were pursued by the high command over alleged subversive plots to challenge President Hi fila Mothiga in Pilar. The attempted revolt, aimed at disrupting traffic on the Paraguay River, collapsed and the officers fled.
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Sergeant's Rank Given 3 Texans
Cheyenne Wyoming dispatch notes promotions in a second regiment. Fourteen cadets from seven states join Company A as sergeants and corporals. Robert L. Pain of San Antonio, Lawrence W. Rogers of Amarillo, and Lloyd A. Vari of Collins, Texas promoted from private to sergeant or corporal.
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Amarillo
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Polish leader Paderewski honored in London requiem
English parish of Aeera and British admirers filled Westminster Cathedral for a requiem service for Ignacy Paderewski, former Polish premier and world figure, who died in New York on Sunday. Attendees included General Władysław Sikorski and other officials, with Barons and representatives of King George.
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Weather Forecast for San Antonio Sees Heat Peak
In San Antonio the forecast indicates extreme heat with a high around 100 degrees. Forecasters expect a cooling trend Sunday, with temperatures falling to about 98 degrees as a gentler breeze develops.
Sixth Silverware Theft Reported in Series
Robert L. Fentiman of 450 Punston Place reported Saturday a theft of 9360 worth of jewelry and silver from Tehare. This marks the sixth theft in a series reported in the past week, with five prior incidents confirmed.
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Inferno on Broadway kills 1 fireman and injures 9
A deadly blaze on lower Broadway near Fulton and John Streets in New York City killed firefighter Garry and injured nine others. The fire, sending flames and smoke across the street, caused backdrafts and windows to pop from the brick building housing a sporting goods store. The body of Carl Bischoff was recovered two hours after the fire was declared under control. Fire officials, ambulances, and multiple hospitals rushed victims to care as crews fought the flames through the night.
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Kelly Cafe Owner Robbed by Lone Bandit Night Attack
Kelly field cafe owner TAy Leh was robbed by a lone bandit in the 200 block of Nunta street on a Friday night. Radio Patrolmen P.M. Torres and Ff. Dotson arrested a suspect.
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River Dredge Seeks 1777 British Gold Treasures
In Philadelphia a dredging crew with the Commodore near Hog Island probes the Delaware for sunken treasure from the 1777 war era. Historical notes mention the Merlin and Augusta ships, magazines aboard, and a long quest for gold valued up to two million dollars.
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Dutch Leaders Discuss Move of Government to United States
Dutch leaders in exile debate relocating the government from London to Washington as the war shifts. J Van Mook, head of the Netherlands delegation, aims to visit England via the United States to confer with Allied authorities and exiled Haitish authorities.
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Services Set for death by own action Victim
Margaret Phillips, 20, ended her life Friday in a Broadwey water. Her body was taken to Waco for services and interment. Judge Wiley returned a verdict of suicide. She had previously attempted to end her life. She was pronounced dead at San Antonio hospital.
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British Cruiser Hit by Torpedo in Cyprus Harbor
Italian high command declared a British auxiliary cruiser about 2000 tons sunk after torpedo strike in Fingalgust a bay near Cyprus. Raiding planes bombed port facilities and signals in the harbor as the war effort intensified.
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London Officers to Advise Reds on Civil Defense
London officials announce a Soviet civil defense advisory mission with former fire adviser Symonds and shelter construction expert A. Croad traveling from the home security ministry to Yossila for expert guidance.
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Nazi Consulate Employee Found Dead in Mount Vernon
An employee of the German consulate in New York, L. Otto, a 14 year old twin, was found dead in a Mount Vernon bathroom with a noose around his neck. Authorities say he apparently hanged himself from the shower rack at his home.
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Policeman Hurt Recounted in Local Incident
Police officer Frank Baker, a fingerarm expert, suffered injuries after witnessing three men resisting arrest near City Detective Boyd Aszell. Baker, stationed at headquarters, was struck when the assailants fought off officers while a coworker aided a worker. All three suspects were arrested.
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RAF Bombers Stage Huge New Zealand Pad Raid
London July 5 A massive RAF daylight bombing force crossed the Channel striking targets from the industry hub to Brest Lorient and Cherbourg. The raid damaged U boat bases and shipyards, with heavy explosions heard across northern France and coastal England. Two German fighters were shot down and four RAF planes were reported missing.
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Rescued Nurses Tell of Rough Sea
London July 3 A Red Cross nurses group surviving the sinking of the Dutch steamer Mansdam recount a rough sea at the moment the vessel went down. Several nurses were in the water for an hour or more before rescue by other ships of the convoy. The Mansdam was torpedoed in the Atlantic last month. Six known to be aboard another ship. The fate of the rest remains unclear.
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Pants Left Behind After Street Fight Mystery Deepens
Police face a puzzling case after three pairs of pants are found on Martison street. Officers wonder if the unusual clothing and the disappearance of their owners could trigger an indecent exposure charge. Radio Patrolman Charles Bellinger responded Friday to quell a gang fight and found the pants abandoned at the scene.
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Children Saved by Actor O'Brien in Surf Rescue
In San Diego on July 5 actor O'Brien reportedly rescued his children after a strong current swept them toward a deep hole in the ocean surf. Lifeguards from San Diego County arrived late, with Lal Orion aiding in the effort, but O'Brien had already pulled the children to safety, including a 6 year old, before guards reached the area.
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Italians Release U.S. Consul Clerk In Rome
Italian authorities say they ordered the release of Raymond Hall, a United States consular clerk, from detention in Italy. The announcement gave no further details on the charges or duration of confinement.
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Child killed by live wire in Corpus Christi tragedy
Joyce Lame Harington aged 3 died after contact with a 2400 volt live wire Friday night. Police said a 19-year-old motorist backed into a pole, dislodging the line. Firemen and officers failed to revive her after more than 16 hours. The body was sent for funeral arrangements. Four sailboat occupants were forced ashore when their boat overturned near the rack breakwater.
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Roosevelt Back in Washington After Hyde Park Return
President Roosevelt returned to Washington from Hyde Park and arrived in the capital at 8:30 A.M. The report notes his westward travel from his Hyde Park home with a brief mention of the July date. In a separate item, Alec Bell, head of Scotland Yard’s detective division, died today at St Thomas' hospital.
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Earth Currents Disrupt Wires in New York
New York on July 5 reports magnetic earth currents disrupted wires and radio links for several hours before dawn. Shortwave reception was paralyzed as ground wires from Western Union and AT&T were affected. Transoceanic communications with Europe faced interference and service was impeded across carriers.
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River Fight Brings Heavy Losses as Germans Advance Toward Moscow
German columns push toward Moscow across a waterlogged Berezina and Dvina region, while Red Army defenses along the Berezina, Druse and Dnieper lines slow the advance. Reports note German casualties, prisoners and the destruction of elite units as tanks and infantry press from the north toward the Baltic states and across northern Russia.
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Weather Forecast San Antonio and East Texas Saturday Night and Sunday
Forecast for San Antonio and East Texas notes colder wind gusts and dry conditions. Highs near 100 Saturday, upper 90s Sunday, with lows around 73 Saturday night and near 60s early next week. Tremendous diurnal swing expected, with partly cloudy skies and light northerly to easterly winds.
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