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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 09, 1945

Page

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Chinese Troops Recapture Gateway to Indo China Front

Reading from Chungking on Monday, Chinese forces retook the gateway to Indo China, claiming advances into Chen Makwan and Lajung while driving Japanese troops southward. Tokyo warned of possible homeland landings as Allied raids targeted Kyushu and central Honshu in a broader Pacific clash. American casualties climbed with 210 wounded and total Philippines toll nearing 429,245 in the campaign.

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Maritime Bonus Cuts Stir Maritime Unions Across U S

Maritime unions condemn reductions in base pay bonuses affecting crews in Atlantic Pacific and Indian Ocean waters. Leaders stress no strike, while New York pickets warn of protests at War Shipping Administration offices nationwide starting July 15.

Jess Atlantic Pacific Far Eastern Indian Ocean

McKenzie Seeks New Sanity Trial Amid Legal Turmoil

The case unfolds with McKenzie’s sanity trial controversy as Judge Barrow considers appointing a legal guardian and asking for a fresh trial. Testimony references records gaps and medical opinions about brain injury and insanity, while officials discuss prior commitments and the state hospital’s role.

Admiral Nomura and Peace Terms Debate

A column discusses Admiral Richisaburo Nomura's peace talks stance amid World War II tensions. It notes his history as a envoy to Washington, critiques unconditional surrender, and argues Japan stands near collapse under Allied blockade and strategic bombing. The piece contrasts resistance with potential concessions and stresses dangers of prolonged war.

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Cafe Reopens After Health Inspection Cleared

Cafe Gio restaurant was allowed to reopen after inspectors from the city health department found issues remedied. Officials report no restaurants remain closed and all inspected eateries will continue to be reviewed, with ongoing monitoring by health authorities.

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Airman Completes Cruise Course

Airman Thomas Wright son of Mr and Mrs Tam Wright of Floveswitte completed a five week cruise training program at Honda arnig ae floted part of the new enginee training program. He was with other members of the Brau Meds and is now ready for duty with the RAW Tyalntay crew.

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Sweden to See Last Of Interned Planes

Sweden will receive the final batch of interned American airframes including a four- eng bomber and a Mosquito. Disabled or damaged during the war they were ferried back to depate in England since May. The planes are being restored to flying condition by engineers and are scheduled to depart for Sweden this week.

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Aviation Medicine graduates honored at Randolph Field ceremony

Ten flight nurses and several technicians graduated from the School of Aviation Medicine at Randolph Field. The brief diploma ceremony took place in Brigadier General Eugen G. Reinarte’s office, marking the completion of their training.

Stevans School of Aviaion Medicine Randolph Field Eugen G. Reinarte

Exhibitionist Eating Wonder Aids Appetite in Atlanta Cafeteria

Chester J. Salvatori, a Southbridge Mass. soldier, earned the label exhibitionist after a voracious eating episode at an Atlanta fort cafeteria. He ordered large quantities of fried chicken, French fries, salads, juices, milk, fruit, rolls, olives, coffee, and ice cream. Doctors attributed his appetite to exhibitionism and placed him in fort hospital for gradual dietary reduction.

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Big 3 May Break Berlin Food Impasse

Report from Beaty area indicates residents were not starving but seeking larger rations as the Big Three leaders discuss Berlin relief. Berlin’s daily calories near 2700, about 24 percent above Western Allied standards, with 2000 tons of food needed daily and 600 tons for the American sector. Coal and gas shortages hinder boiling water, fueling dysentery concerns.

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Airport Measure Seeks Action Before Fall Session

A notation from Congressman Paul Kilday to Mayor Mullermum indicates the airport measure will wait until the fall session. Bulga stated that the kit will be called up again when convened. Halie was pushing for favorable action as the measure was considered.

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Stricken Corporal Sees All Family Amid Illness Fight

For the first time in seven years, Corporal James Newman, ill with diseases contracted in prison, welcomed his family home. He had met six sisters and five brothers during hospital stays since his March arrival, and the gathering was completed when his oldest sister, Mrs. B. B. Long of Houston, arrived late Sunday. The severely ill corporal was not expected to survive the long trial.

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Arrival anniversary brings gratitude and plans for August

The article notes a person marking a week's anniversary of arriving, feeling improved, and expressing plans to go fishing in August with Grace Graves of Camp Bowie. It highlights the flood of letters and telegrams from people nationwide showing deep interest and support.

Camp Bowie

Three Held on Dope Charge in City Narco Sweep

Police from the detective narcotics squad arrested two men Saturday night and a third Sunday night after a cache of marijuana cigarettes and related paraphernalia was found at a South Pecos Street residence. Officers Albert Guercere and R. Ry Lokwe led the operation before turning suspects over to local authorities for further action.

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Lidice Massacre Leader Halted by Prague Police

Prague reports state police captured Lidice massacre leader Forster near Earlsbed forest after Germany's surrender. Accused of directing the atrocity, the Gestapo officer facing charges as postwar authorities tighten responses to wartime crimes.

Prague Gestalto Halts Forseder Lidice Crechoslovak Sali Forster Earlsbed Germany

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