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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 22, 1944

Page

2

Allied Planes Hit Nazi Targets Across Europe

British Mosquitos bombed Berlin while Malian-based bombers struck into Czechoslovakia hitting an oil refinery at Pardubice. U S heavy bombers joined raids, targeting aircraft factories, airfields, oil plants, and rail yards across German-occupied Europe, with Beaufighters attacking an enemy convoy off Falgaoland and several ships set ablaze.

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British May Base Blackout Rules Discussed in London

London reports reveal Home Security Minister Merbert More Tison held talks with chiefs of services and other officials on possible modifications or lifting of blackout regulations. The discussion signals potential shifts in civil defense policy amid ongoing security concerns.

London Home Security Merbert More Tison

Luther League Set Meeting for 24th Annual Convention

Luther League the youth arm of the synod opens its 24th annual convention with a banquet at the Minim cafe teria Saturday night. Rev NM Kern of Grace Lutheran Houston delivers welcome. Chaplain August Ghrin of San Antonio Aviation Cadet School is principal speaker. Delegates from South and Central regions attend. Sunday features worship and sacrament. Edwin J. Hirsch of St Luke's will speak on A Changelear Christ for a Changing World. dinner and visits to the Alamo and Lutheran Service Center follow.

The Luther League Young People's Organization Th ‘Fexne Synod Lutheran Choren America Minim NM. H. Kern Grace Lutheran Choren Houston August Ghrin San Antonio Aviation Cadet School South Edwin J. Hirsch St. Luke's Church Chenging Lake Ute Alamo Luthern Trayls Street

Democrats Nominate Truman at Democratic Convention

Delegates in a packed convention debated Wallace versus Truman with South's Burnet Maybank signaling support for any candidate who can heal the split. Truman said he would resign as war committees chair, pledging to lead as president and leave party leadership to others as the campaign unfolds.

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Farley backs Roosevelt for a fourth term

James A. Farley, former Democratic national chairman, announced at the end of the Democratic National Convention his decision to support President Roosevelt for re election. He opposed any cut to temper detention. Farley continues a 35 year party leadership.

Chicago James TA. Farley Roosevelt Lanty Farley

Pants Thief Strikes Twice in Local Homes

A thief stole small sums from two residences early Saturday. James Lintery awoke to a noise, found his pants removed and cash missing, later discovering his pants in a hamper. Nearby resident J G Meare reported similar theft, with minor money taken. No description of the burglar was provided.

James Lintery J. G. Meareows Tasl Crockett Street Biltoid

Livestock Prices and Weights From General Market Brief

Odd OCR text lists livestock lots with weights and prices. Mentions cattle and sheep items with weights around 700 to 1100 pounds and prices like 7.00 to 15.55. Includes references to common grade meat and market terms, reflecting a midlisted general market summary for livestock.

Revolt and Hitler Crisis Report Across Europe

A wave of Nazi claims and Soviet cautions followed the July 20 plot against Hitler. German broadcasts spoke of mass arrests as Berlin streets were patrolled, while Moscow cited Izvestia on the alleged military plot by senior officers. Radio Atlantic was described as an anti allied German language station with unclear links.

Soney Fuebrer Bebin Loy Aeierien Sweden Berlin Moscow Radio Atlantic Radio Atlantie Inng Gommentator Nekrelei Budroy Tass Izvestia Bitter Hitler Ludisig Beck Eller General Staff Count von Stautlenberg Frukfurt Wehrmacht Hovnerd Count Claus von Stauftenberg Cerfalmn Stauftenberg Berle Gortbela Reich Himmler Germany London

Mother at 14 In Louisiana Delivers Baby

In Baton Rouge on July 23 149on Crearge Wood gave birth to eight pound nine ounce Diane Reth at Our Lady of the Lake sanitarium The mother aged 14 was married at 15 in Liberty Miss to a former Camp Van Lorn soldier now employed nearby The grandmother Mrs Cletus Randall 329 says the daughter was born when she was 13 The report notes the baby and mother are doing nicely

Baton Rouge Jnly Crearge Wood Diane Reth Our Lady of the Lake Wood Liberty Miss Camp van Lorn Cletus Randall Riso Avid

Two Men Attacked By Juvenile Gangs

Two men were victims of juvenile gangs Friday. Jose Lauz aged 31 of 719 South Laredo Street said two boys robbed him of 10 dollars at the corner of El Paso and South Laredo Streets and he was taken to Robert 3 Green hospital for treatment of injuries. Ray Marliney 15 of East Montana Street was beaten by six youths on West Travis Street near San Antonio yet and was taken to the county hospital with scalp wounds and possible concussion.

Jose Lauz South Laredo el Paso Robert 3. Green Ray Marliney Montana West Travis San Antonio Wospita

Wilmoth Returns Preaches Sunday at Northe Hite Church

Minister D. Wilmoth of Northe Hite Church of Christ will occupy the pulpit for both Sunday services. He has recently conducted a revival in Rosenberg, Texas, sharing gospel messages and inviting local attendance.

D. Wilmoth Northe Hite Churrch of Christ Aintletae Howard Streets Mr Wilmoth Bespel Neel Rosenberg Texas

Emeritus Chester Bowles to lead Dallas church services

The Rev Miram Harrison, pastor in Dallas, announced Bowles will be in charge of worship and Sunday services at 10 45 a m. The pastor will serve as emeritus and lead regional evangelical activities in August 2021 at the church.

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Baering Down A Political Rant From an Alleged Historian

A fragmented political column mocks Democratic and Republican factions, claiming both seek the same nation while lampooning figures and events. The piece references protests, apologies, and imagined reception sketches across cities, portraying a chaotic, partisan scene.

Brazilian Navy Vessel Sunk by Enemy Submarine

The Brazilian navy ministry said auxiliary ship Vital de Oliveira was torpedoed and sunk by an enemy submarine. Most of the crew were rescued, but details on time and location were not provided. The 190 ton vessel carried two 4‑pound guns and eight B‑pounders and was launched in 1610.

Rio DE Janeiro Vital de Oliveira Annionce Moy Bylsine

Gideons Set Evening Service at Salvation Army

Gideons will conduct the evening service at 515 Eloy street Salvation Army venue with Gistons in charge. Sunday morning at 1 a m Maj E Howdens plans to preach on Go Forward in a sermon noted for forward looking themes. Also reported is a Houston strike update with city workers voting to authorize a strike affecting track drivers equipment operators and street maintenance staff.

Gistons Salvation Army Eloy Street Maj E. Howsens Houston

Beacon Hill Church to Hold Sabbath Service at 1 A M

Chaplain Joseph M. Gold, presiding minister on duty at Camp Normoyle, will lead a Beacon Hill Presbyterian church service at 1 a.m. Sunday. In the pastor’s absence, Dr. Artin V. Bron will preach on David and Jonathan. At 7:30 a.m. 27 youths who attended the pioneer conference at Westminster encampment will report on church activities.

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