Mussolini’s Last Testament Reveals His Decline and Fall
Benito Mussolini’s confession, drawn from newly found Italian files, is published here for the first time. The piece, prepared for the short-lived fascist paper Carriere della Serva, outlines the dictator’s collapse after Italy’s capitulation, with context tying France’s November 1942 betrayal and the Allied North Africa landings to Mussolini’s downfall.
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Beni Mussolini
Campiste
Italy
Mussolini
Carriere Della Serva
Michael Chinga
International News Service
Rome
Mussolin
Benito
Inter World Conyright
CNS
France
Truman Seen As Arbiter Between Churchill Stalin
Potsdam signals show President Truman meeting separately with Churchill and Stalin amid a clouded sky and tense expectations. Byrnes accompanies Truman, aiming to smooth congressional paths, with no definite schedule for a formal new conference. The visit follows established protocol, echoing prior arangements with the Big Three. Continued on Page 6 Col 5.
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Truman
Churchill
Stalin
Potsdam
Fresideut
Toni Day
Truavnt
Byrnes
Gupital Tm
Roosevelt
Delere National Seggions
Governor Hinted For U S Judgeship and Candidates
Strong names surface as possible appointees including U S District Attorney Bob Smith and Bill Murray with ties to Texan politics. The Western District of Texas judge slot draws San Antonio speculation as Governor Sinversan is viewed as having an inside track.
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U.S
Attorny Bob Smith
Bill Murray
Fourth Court
Giril Anponis
Robert Lee Bobbitt
Jesas New Dultera
Sinversan
Texas
Stlplus
W. A. Kewlltg
Tour Connally
Stevenson
Connally
Senate
Truman
San Francisco
Jap Transportation Ruin Promised
ADVANCED PAR EAST AIR HEADQUARTERS in Obi awa promises destruction of every Japanese war transportation including bridges buses and railways. The message asserts a thorough job destroying communications and supply routes, with emphasis on crushing all means of enemy movement.
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Obiawa
Tory
INS
Lieo
Clei
Ennix Willeheadt
Japan
Aemck
Navy Father Title Remains With Zagala Family News
In a Navy paternity title update at San Diego the Seaman Roman L Ayinger relinquished his claim to the championship among servicemen. Chief Steward Gregatle Zagala of Lomita California, stationed at Terminal Island, appears to retain the title as his family grows with a November birth expected for Mrs Zagala. The Zagala children range ages 4 to 25, with three sons in the Navy. allotments noted at $2 a month.
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San Diego
Cali
Golly
Roman L. Ayinger
Winona
Minn
United States
Gregatle Zagala
Lomita
Casig
Talker
Springer
Oem Kearney
Navy
Zagala
Naval Energilog
Terminal Island
Noyyg
Tim Ginvy
Apala
Attack Rakes Japan on Straight Day
Allied forces pounded the Tokyo area and eastern Honshu with naval bombardment and air strikes for a second day, striking Hitachi and nearby plants. Carrier air groups, supported by British ships, moved within six miles of shore, shelling industrial targets and cities. Tokyo admitted intensified bombardment and radio silence by ships to avoid warning ahead.
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Wer
Tokyo
Tandon
Tons Island
Down
Jay Possuing Northeast of Tokyo. At Least §00 Carrier Planes From the Great U. S
Minary
Isod Abr Ovat
Sothern Japan
Konshu Island
Istoits
Rix
Lieiny
U. S. Bat
Meshin Iowa
Ald
Associated Press
Gorres Paident
James Lindsley
Shellug
Hitachi
Japan
Hitachiire Mito
Kamais No Gir
Ming
Shangri La Diary serial arrival in The Eight next Sunday
The newspaper previews Shangri La Diary by Margaret Hastings, a dramatic jungle adventure set in Mailen Valley New Guinea. It follows a WAC corporal and two companions enduring peril in an off water valley, promising action tragedy and horror. The serial begins July 22 in The Hight editions and daily scatter.
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Dniler
Margaret Hantligs
Mailen Valley
New Guinea
Margaret Uastings
Third Undulant Fever Case Reported in City District
A third undulant fever case was reported in the San Antonio district with a Water supplies warning. Dr Robbins noted a rise in undulant fever among cows and urged pasteurized milk. New cases took two to hospital observation. several suspected cases, including children, were listed on Broadbent Street Satinas Street and Pita Street. The 48th type case for the year involved a 24 year old resident on Colin Street.
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Auein Uy
Nilik
Lewis C. Revhits
Riy
Hector
San Antonio
Rolbins
San Aninuin
Wilsons
Antonio
Rebrut B. Green Hospital
Robbins
Avantail
Broadbent Street
Satinas Street
Pita Street
Colin Street
San Antonio Weather Forecast Reads Cloudy Week Ahead
Forecast for San Antonio and vicinity shows cloudy conditions Wednesday afternoon through Thursday night. High near 95 degrees Wednesday, low around 72. Some scattered showers expected Thursday into Friday. Strong winds and lingering clouds noted. temperatures remain warm with humid conditions.
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San Antonio
Texas
Meridian
Bus Route Plea Decision Delayed by City Council
The city delayed a vote on Transit Company proposals to reroute San Pedro Avenue and Belknap, pending a full traffic study and mayoral presence. Commissioner Anderson cited the need for complete input as a survey by Lieutenant Blehsel shows peak northbound traffic for San Pedro and Belknap. Protests from residents’ attorney Pizhuel argue the plan would push students and residents to longer walks to reach buses downtown.
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Mauna Ae Way
Alfred Callaghan
Nelson
Jlo
Pll
Anderson
San Pedro
George W. Blehsel
San Pedr
Tiwarg
Belkuvap
Pizhuel
Merguts
P“gh
Wy Tuler Wilels
All Council Snembiss
Intler
Macy
Mark Twain
Qumitol High
Jsthoo
Pero
Milsetoc
Shantay
Restaurant Men Ask Health Check
Health officials faced restaurant leaders for stricter health card verification and sanitation methods. The San Antonio group pressed for tighter controls after a wide review of local eateries. City health chief Ralph Marvel promised a joint session to address both issues and set guidance for upcoming inspections.
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Sin At- Lelie
Lewis C. Robbing
Joe R. M Connor
G. J. Contals
J L. Parker
J. A. Parker
JA BeWes
Raph Marvel
Eqvirnyaumiéal
Santhudton Sivision
Dir Robbins
Health Department of
Sea Sion
Sam Antonio
Chennault's Loss Seen as Real Blow to U S Air Strategy
Washington July 15 An old observer says General Chennault’s retirement would be a real blow to U S air power. Mansfield noted Chennault’s work with Chiang Kai Shek and the international air force strengthened U S efforts in China. He warned the loss could hinder plans against Japanese forces and weaken allied air cooperation.
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Washington
Ghaire TL
Chommanils
Une
Vemy Air Forces
Chins
Mansfield
Lash Semter
Chinn
Ithe Inte
Roosevell
Chiang Kai-Shek
Pre Menten
Adelenes
Ushi
Chenmanti
Ory
United States
Cireams
Genin
Ted
Senate
Pynalay
Ettender
D-Eni
Pre Natal Party Fetes 22 Lb Infant in Portland
Portland dispatch reports a newborn boy born after gestation into a family, weighing about two pounds at birth and growing gradually. Doctors monitor his progress as he returns home with his mother and father.
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Portland
Ofc
Richard Mich Lees
Wil Dave
Warren Ler
Hensh
P L Anderson Plans Annex of Roadsides
P L Anderson advances annexation of roadsides along highways into San Antonio. City officials prepare about 10 ordinances to extend the city to include farm houses filling stations and buildings within a block on each side of the highway. County commissioners criticize the move and one says he will run for mayor opposing annexation.
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San Antonio
FL. Anderson
Tipeena
Anderson
Couner
Couner’ Weeding. the Commissioner Had To Comment To Make On the Report, But Heas
Dalley
Bob Abe
Gus Maucemann
Tuin
Sam Anderson
Elareil
Rily Halt
Former Called NEWPORT as honor held by veteran
A decorated former resident, aged 69, long served in the 1st years, was described as a private with three months of service. The report notes Paul Soleck, of Wheeling, West Virginia, was informed yesterday of his status and physical examination.
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R. T
Paul Soleck
Observers See Early Surrender Amid Allied Pressure
A viewpoint by DEWITT MACKENZIE notes observers fear Japan could fold under combined Allied bombardment and blockade before any amphibious invasion. The piece cites Tokyo’s official worry, massive Allied air and naval offensives, and preparation for invasion while Nippon conserves remaining forces.
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Dewitt MacKenzie
Tases
Tokyo
Nippon
Griem
Bull
Halsey
Japan
Europe
Preinvasion
Niving
Hirst
Jay
Honih
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