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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 18, 1944

Page

5

Helen Douglas Sees Wagner as Wonderful Political Ally

Chicago reports Helen Cahagan Douglas praises Walter Wagner as a marvelous stage star and predicts he would withstand duty if her husband Melvyn Douglas were recalled to service in China. She backs the Democratic Party and its social legislation, and she never meant to enter politics.

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Mother and Son Hurt In Auto Mishap

Mrs dianita Hirron and her 12 year old son Victor were injured in a car collision on a street near Broadway before 8 a.m. Mrs Hirron suffered fractures and Victor sustained facial lacerations. The driver of the other vehicle was Curtis Dean, age 43, of 126 Riv Mae Street.

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War Mothers Plan State Convention Visit for October

A list of Texas American War Mothers leaders outlines plans for a state convention to be held in October. The text notes activity by chapters across the West Coast and mentions Mrs. Will go to Monterey to attend, with reference to past travel and observed work by the organization.

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Writer James Marlow on a quirky Democratic vice president bid

Veteran Washington correspondent Ned Timmons, claiming a Bricker connection, proposes a two-stage convention with separate voting for regular delegates and alternates. He recalls his 1949 VP vote and mocks the lack of a clear platform while promoting his own noncommittal plan to appeal to both parties.

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Plane Plant Blaze Halted After Destruction Threats

Chicago May 12 1930s era report details a large aircraft plant blaze in Park Ridge suburb. Hundreds joined suburban and city departments to battle flames for over two hours. The factory sustained minor damage. losses pegged at 1.59 million dollars. No fatalities reported.

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Byrnes Barkley Gain In Vice President Race

Reports say Byrnes and Barkley gain momentum in the race for vice president as convention strategy forms. Roosevelt’s support and state delegation dynamics influence ballots, with leaders aiming to consolidate opposition to Wallace across multiple ballots before final selection.

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Platform Drafters Face Race Issue and Labor Setup

Platform drafters in Chicago push for a party declaration favoring quick peacetime normalization of labor boards and national commissions. The draft includes proposals on postwar agricultural policy, tax incentives, and international peace enforcement, with input from NRB, NAM, and southern delegates.

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Gladys George Announces Cross-Complaint Hearing

Actress Gladys George disclosed in Long Beach that her cross-complaint against her former husband Penn will be heard in Superior Court tomorrow. She filed for divorce in November and her attorney noted the cross-complaint was entered last week. The case follows a prior separation after a 1996 divorce.

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Nye Holds Slim Lead in Primary

Nye leads by a narrow margin in North Dakota's Republican primary as unofficial early results show a gap of about 968 votes over Ty Shonbiugh in SloMan county. Officials caution these totals are not final and final tallies await county certification and potential vote corrections.

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Kerr Virtually Meets Commuter in Chicago Transit Talk

Kerr planned a virtual meeting with commuter Dracolonhy, discussing transportation policy and the Democratic convention. The speaker warned about delays and noted the plan to return to Chicago tonight after attending events in Bellevue and reported a flight to Omaha.

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