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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 06, 1941

Page

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Roosevelt Holds War Cabinet Conference On Defense Plan

President Roosevelt, back from Hyde Park, held a two hour war cabinet meeting at the White House. Aimed at assessing defense preparedness, the session reviewed the Russo German war, Japan, aid to Britain, the Middle East, and the Atlantic battle. Key recommendations from Knox and Marshall urged immediate steps to aid Britain and expand armed forces. No public comment was made by the president.

Washington Roosevelt Capitol Hyde Park White House Japan Britain Middle East Navy Knox Army Blatt George ©. Marshall U. S Matty Atlantic Marshall Congress Roosevalt Saranar Han Maraball James V. Forrestal Othter War Stimson Sinte Welles R. ©. Ingersoll Bolty Knox Harald Fe. Aint Stephen T. Early

Americans praise Christie model tank as best used by Soviets

Berlin dispatch reports Geran authorities highly regard an Arpovicai model tank used by Russians. The report notes the Christie model as the best type Americans have seen, with $1 cited in a Societ-Demokratem dispatch. The piece reflects wartime opinion on matériel quality and comparative assessments by German observers.

Stockholm Geran Arpovicai Berlin Societ-Demokratem Bala Ragard Sovets

Mann Assistant Resigns His Post

In Austin on July 5 James P. Hib aa assistant attorney general resigned to enter private practice. He led the attention section in the attorney general's office and handled several major cases in the past three years.

Austin CNS James P. Hib Wis Hart

Weather forecast for East and West Texas Sunday and Sunday night

General outlook for Sunday shows mild to warm temperatures with variable winds. East Texas expect moderate humidity and showers. West Texas partly cloudy with evening showers and thunderstorms possible. Highs near the mid 80s for Sunday, lows around 70 to 66.

Han Antonin Vielufly East Texas Anast West Texas

Dies Probe Targets Japanese Fishermen on Pacific Coast

Dies committee to open hearings into alleged espionage by Japanese agents on the West coast. Investigators claim Japanese fishing fleets serve as espionage cover staffed by Imperial Navy reserve officers and that thousands of Nipponese on the West coast operate under Japan’s control. The panel plans testimony from California lawmakers and highlights potential threats to U S-Japan relations amid Red activity and Nazi ties.

Washington Dies Committee New York Philadelphia Pacific Imperial Navy California Seid Japan U. S Impétial White House Elair Iso Hnce Willist Corps Dies

Cunning Explosion Plot Frustrated in Los Angeles

In Los Angeles on July 5 an attempted bombing plot failed when a suspect calling himself Dr. Wells attempted to trigger explosions at several drug stores. Clerks narrowly stopped the plan by not adding the explosive ingredients, while police, led by Captain Vern Rasmussen, investigated the foreign accented man who claimed urgent need for a prescription and warned the stores before the blast could occur.

Los Angeles Ik3 Atari Dr. Wells Vern Rasmussen

We Feel the Same Way Lady in Calais Shooting

An irate housewife shot three men after a confrontation at Lambord lake in Calais Maine. Mrs Adna Lambert, 46, wounded Roger Bunnett 27, Ar volt Laing 25, and Pelmer Mason 36. They are reported in serious condition at Galnis hospital. Police say the incident followed a dispute among the group. In London a separate report states British military authorities say no confirmation of a Dart that skirmishing occurred between Russian and Japanese forces on the Manchukuo border.

Calais Maine INS Trecrack Lambord Lake Adna Lambert Roger Bunnett Arvolt Laing Pelmer Mason Hey Sin No Galnis Hospital London tNs

U S Fleet Eyes for British

Boston report cites George J. Bates claiming the U S Navy should keep the Atlantic route to Britain open. He says American forces act as eyes for the British fleet and defend against any German aggression, backing Knox's denial of armed German war plans.

Boston INS George J. Bates Ronse Nngat Affairs Committee United States Navy Suropa Boston Sunday Advertiser Advertiser Britain Massaachusetts Republican Knox

German diplomat Julius Otto Dies by Own Hand in U S

Julius L. Otto, 64, a German consulate employee, died after self-inflicted injuries at his home. The incident follows the expulsion of Nazi officials from the United States amid broader-war hostilities. The widow Josephine Otto described a disturbed state prior to the death as authorities moved to repatriate German staff. Otto had lived in the United States for two decades after arriving as a German national during the Austria linkage era.

Mound Vernon S—Uins Nagi Coagula United States Julius L. Otto New York Cerman Washington Josephne Ole Julius Otte Germany Austria

Holiday Death Toll Reaches 335 Across Nation

The Fourth of July weekend saw a high holiday toll with 335 fatalities from auto crashes drownings and accidents nationwide. Chicago led with 23 deaths, most from traffic crashes, while New York, California, and Texas reported multiple fatalities and numerous injuries across parks, beaches, and crowds.

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Officers to Quiz Naval Prospects at Four Month Course

Lieut Commandee Turris D Wood and officers from the Bight Naval district will visit New Orleans then interview graduates in San Antonio and Atlanta about the four month training course leading to commissions in the naval reserve. The quartet will travel Wednesday through Thursday on the recruitment tour.

Turris D. Wood Bight Naval District New Orleans An Antonio Naval Reserve San Antonio AnBtna

Eden Refuses Appeasement of Dictators

London July 5. Foreign Secretary Eden vows to intensify the war until Hitler's way of life is destroyed and refused any negotiation with Hitler. He asserts no circumstances allow talks, while Britain plans to pressure Axis power despite German advances. Public figures urge aggressive actions and broader alliances to defeat Nazi tyranny.

London Germany Rusein Anthony Eden Tittr Hitler Den Richard W. Muller Cross Schennel Agin Lord Beaverbrook Pullerante Norway Molland Belgiu France Sarita Sicily Caboece

Murderer Quizzed in Slaying Case Shocks St Louis CBS

Reporters questioned by St Louis County sheriff's office as authorities pursue two men linked to the slaying of Charles Bailey of Wyoming and the Dalley murder case. Brothers and Lawrence Callanan, a former convict, were detained to locate Patrick Hoenn, described as a key follower, and Whalen, a former employee, who face charges in the Dalley death.

Patrick Hoenn Whorns Whalen St. Touighity Howat Whalen Dalley

Italy Allows Americans to Withdraw Funds in Italy

Rome reports that American citizens in Italy may draw up to 5000 lire monthly for living expenses, about $200, with businesses able to withdraw around $400 per month from the Bank of Italy. Larger sums require official approval. American Express in New York will arrange transfers via Argentina.

Rome American Express Company Italy Bank of Italy Express Company New York Mily Argenth

Capital Worries Over Pappy O'Daniel Rise in Texas Race

Washington dispatch notes Governor Leo O'Daniel of Texas won the special election to succeed Morris Sheppard, provoking concern among Roosevelt allies and Texas delegation. The result unsettles Johnson rivals, aid to Corcoran, and Rayburn's backing of Johnson amid party power shifts. details continue on page 10.

Cecil Anternasignal Washington Leo O'Daniel Pappy Texas Lone Star O'Daniel Morrs Sheppard Congress White Horse Lyndon Johnson Roosevelt Texas Democratic Organization Corodoran Tommy J. Coveorm Gene Corncils Coveovay Naybusen Sam Rayburn Rayburn Martin Dies Dies Col

Lost Texas Boat Found Safe

The cabin cruiser Viviaty, missing since Thursday with eight aboard on a fish trip, was found and towed to Belle at noon with all aboard safe. The craft ran out of fuel about 15 miles off Monigorda, anchored, sighted by a coast guard patrol. Passengers included Mr. and Mrs. Tucker of Henderson, Mr. and Mrs. Dicksey Green and their son of Lubbock, Capt. Bert Slaylan and two seamen. A hot weekend expected with high 100s, slight cooling on Sunday, winds light but not helpful.

Monigordaight Coast Guard B. A. ‘Tucker Henderson Dicksey Green Lubbock Bert, Slaylan

Laemmle Heir Victim Of Hollywood Hold Up

Hollywood July 5 Carl Laemmle Jr son of the late impresario was robbed during a holiday visit in a Hollywood apartment. Robbers held up Laemmle Mrs Ralph Hes and Jack Harris forcing them to the floor. They took 1200 from Laemmle and 4800 from Harris then locked the trio in a closet before fleeing. Mrs Hines husband was unaware of the holdup.

Hollywood Cny Carl Laemnle Jr Laemmle Kailywood Laemmnle Ralph Hes Jack Harris Laemmile Harris Licy Hines Husbard Halaup

GM to Hold Prices, Discuss 1942 Models With Officials

Washington July, Price Administrator Leon Henderson announced GM officials ratified they would not raise prices on remaining 1941 stock. GM will meet with OPA and civilian supply reps within weeks to discuss pricing for 1942 models rolling out in August.

Washington Ing Leon Hender General Motors Corporation G. M Henderson Office of Price Administration

Three Injured In Auto Crash Here

A Saturday Richmond collision on Richmont and Quincy streets injured three people. George Bergman of 1242 Sec Tumento Street and Maurice Gill of 1105 Ruiz Street were listed as drivers. Passengers Eugene Feizzelile and Parland suffered possible brain injuries. Bergman’s injuries were minor. The injured were taken to Robert B Green Hospital.

Act Richmond Quincy Cleorge Bergman Tumento Street Maurice Gill Ruiz Street Berman Eugene Feizzelile Parland Bergman Robert B Green Hospital

Gaps Reported in Navi Air Forces

London reporting that four captured German units near Paris were ordered to move to the Russian front to cover gaps in the Luftwaffe. Moscow radio quoted with emphasis on sudden redeployments impacting Western defense.

Navi London Isi London News Chronicle Today Moscow Radio Paris

Three Indicted In Girls Slaying Near Nashville

Nashville authorities indicted Charles Colby Marty Singer and Joe Singer on charges of brutally slaying 12 year old Marlow Ellis on June 15 1931. The body was found strangled and beaten near the child's home in the afternoon following the murder.

Nashville Tom July B Charles Colby Marty Joe Singer Nashville Today Marlow Ellis

New York to Expand Guards at Water System

The New York Board of Water Supply will increase patrols at the city’s vast reservoir and aqueduct network. Fifty four new appointees will receive training before lake Lingwapa duties. The move follows a German American Bund member’s arrest in New Jersey with maps of the Kenstate reservoir system and a Russian born woman found nearby with an engineering report on the water system.

New York New York Board of Water Supply Loweek Lawrence H. ‘Meray Bund Newersey Kensteo Flo Cal

Moscow retreat claims and German gains in war press

International news reports a Moscow communique claiming a Soviet counterattack pushed Germans back at Ostrov and Beryzina while London said Moscow faced daylight bombing. German claims of river crossings and bridgeheads contrasted with Moscow admitting regrouping. News from Finland and Åland Islands noted Soviet restrictions and continued operations near Manges and the Gulf of Bothnia.

International Hitler Russia Moscow Ostrov London Radio Broadest Horlsoy Ea York Constants Tleids Sulina Mic Bobrulsk Borisoy Beresina Muremansk Throneh al- Haratte Galicia Supreme Conniend Lye Beresina Pruth Vir Bessarabia Mosesw Firin Hangoe Manges Suth West Pinland Stork Aaland Gulf of Bothnia Finland Sweden Stockholm

African Airman Slays His Thirty-Fourth Foe

In Lonixin on July 5, Airman Second Class AL G Malin led Allied forces in a strike that claimed the thirty fourth enemy casualty in a fierce engagement. The operation, described by military channels, showcased Malin’s leadership as heavy bombardment supported advancing troops. He and his unit reported successful progress against opposing forces.

Lonixin Sailor Wing AL G. Malin Brite Rans Ace Marion AL Pee Cone

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