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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1942
Page
2
A fragment reflects on drift toward war as voices lament the distance between American readers and European conflict. The writer imagines a tense encounter with fascist threats crossing the Atlantic and wonders about looming confrontation and fear.
A Bryansk front dispatch reports Red tanks crossing a river and attacking the German rear near Voronezh as Soviet forces attempt to disrupt German lines. The Soviet information bureau says intense battles are underway while claims Rostov may have fallen amid heavy fighting and delayed-action bombs hindering Nazi operations.
A readable guide on using cold meats as summer staples with ready made or leftover options. It suggests a hot dish and a cold salad or gelatin centerpiece, plus a buffet platter recipe using beets, gelatin, and cold cuts for a balanced meal. Describes menu ideas, garnishes, and serving suggestions for a two-person summer day.
Local report notes Joe Gordon welcomed a new child as his family grows. An eight-pound baby boy arrived Friday, with Gordon and partner Merri Rosin welcoming their second child. The event adds to a lineage of family milestones reported in community circles.
A World War II era report notes Americans in Japanese held areas facing shortages and disease. Prisoners in Hong Kong and Korea suffered beri-beri and cold, with some losing significant weight. Some British captives died, while American priests claimed coercion and peril. Journalists Bellaire and Dynan describe beatings and forced statements by officials, and Tokyo correspondents Tolsehrs and Max DML faced threats and abuse during custody.
Two actors described as sind nogs are No Tite for Love hive red previews and actual experience. Red Cameron and Tom Neal also worked as tunnel diggers. They are associated with Geb Sequeinied firms and appear in Business Service columns of Ligne Wart. AGE: oe
New York reports that Professor Rufus Oldenturger of the Illinois Institute of Technology revealed a mathematical law governing falling human bodies. He says the law helps determine if a fatal fall was an accident or self-inflicted and notes air resistance is crucial in parachute jumping.
Allied air strikes break Jap supply lines in the Dunas Gona area of New Guinea. 45,000 pounds of explosives and incendiaries were stopped yesterday on invasion areas and stores along the northeast Papuan coast. Eighteen Japanese bombers and nine fighters were sent to attack Port Moresby but caused little damage. Willan Grillis, editor publisher of the New York Enquirer, was arrested on a conspiracy charge aimed at undermining morale.
Washington report notes presidential veto likely over a bill to create an independent agency with power and funding to secure more synthetic rubber from manufacturers for military needs. The measure, backed 104 to strong partisan lines, aims to free supplies from the War Production Board controls though opposition cites risks to tanks planes and ships.
Mes, Janie Elder, 67, of 203 Crown Street, died at Robert B. Green Hospital Saturday from brain concussion after being struck by a car on East Houston Street Friday night. Driver J. Pittman, 27, of 528 Mierscheidt Street, listed as at fault. other hospital patient G. Bendy, 14, of 310 Predminant Avenue, treated for serious injuries from a collision on North New Braunfels Avenue.
St. Agnes parish sponsors entertainment for UGO Catholic USO Club program with guests Annette and Sandra dance team Jewel Muir and Elnir Kroesche piano duet and 45 accompanist Mrs O Kroesche. Rev Paul Polgens will host the event at the parish hall. program organized by Mrs Claude Denham and St. Agnes parish.
A ceremony near the U S army air base in Lisning saluted the Netherlands air force veterans. Prince Bernhard and Princess Juliana attended as the Dutch fliers, veterans of the Pacific war, reaffirmed their service alegiance beside a royal representative.
Griffin, re admitted to St Clare’s with heart trouble, faced warrants issued for him by U S Commissioner Cotter. Sanctuary, Col Eugene Welson and James Smythe were indicted in a case linked to urging armed forces to support a national policy. The Enquirer editorial stance defended wartime measures and criticized critics of the administration.
Soldier death inquest held as Sgt. Marvin R. Maxey a 20 year old from Nolan Street was found dead Friday evening by his wife Mrs. Maxey who returned home at 6 p.m. to discover him alive then and later found unresponsive. Maxey served with the 36th Field Artillery unit.
Snelton Clark, head of the finals athletic commission, said plans for a Life Time match between Tony Zale and Georgie Abrams are being considered. If approved, the bout would likely be in Chicago in September with proceeds benefiting the USO. Both fighters are in the navy.
Simple entertaining can fit any budget. Use wartime era ideas with soda, fruit juices, and cordials poured from bottles for casual gatherings. Blend grape juice with carbonated water and syrup to create a party drink, served over cracked ice in tall glasses for a quick, inexpensive refreshment option.
A dense ledger of leaders and locations lists figures like Tatling-Williates Gordo Yankerk in New York and Tenaton AN Daabs, with scores and place names including St Louis Chicago and Brooklyn. The fragmentary text reads like a sports or standings roundup, mixing names, neighborhoods, and monetary marks, lacking coherent narrative.
The Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority asks Comal County Court to hear a plea of privilege and challenge San Antonio Public Service Company condemnation actions. GBRA argues Comal County Court has authority to issue a permanent injunction. a temporary restraining order blocks condemnation proceedings. Lawyers for the city, GBRA, and others plan to set a hearing date soon.
New York July 25 Ford Frick president of the National League denied Pirates manager Frank Frisen's protest alleging Brooklyn Dodgers had 26 men in uniform at a game. He ruled Max Macon not in uniform but on the Dodgers bench remains the property of the International League club, countersigning the protest.
Juan Zurita, born 1961 in Mexico City, defeated Richie Lemos, Los Angeles, by a fast 1Q-round decision at the American Legion stadium Friday night. Lemos suffered bleeding eyes as Zurita's blows found his target, dominating most rounds except two where Lemos rallied.
California bookies face a crackdown as the state attorney general confirms termination of a private leased wire service used by about 1000 bookmakers. The service, routed from Yuma Arizona to Los Angeles San Francisco and other cities, aided illegal betting despite prior legal efforts. Local authorities and high officials note the long-running challenge of suppressing bookmaking and its ties to broader crime.
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