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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 27, 1944

Page

12

Argentina Defiant as U S Moves to Isolate Nation

Public retort from Argentina comes amid U S demand non recognition until it abandons pro Nazi stance. State department says inter American signatories broadly backed action and cites Argentina’s alleged Axis ties and anti hemispheric defences over two and a half years. General Peluffo broadcasts Argentina’s stance as responses unfold.

Washington United States State Department Argentina Edelmiro Farrell Aclion Siven , Aig, and Corfort Sr Tmne Hemisphere Grifo Pelufio

Argentina policy under fire in wartime postings

Private Breger Abroad reports on tensions over Argentina's stance toward the Allies and Nazi influence. Paiva is embraced by Farrell after a speech, and Pehilio denies pro-Nazi elements. The state department calls Farrell’s regime token gestures and warns of potential diplomatic actions while noting arms and navicert trade links and Spain iron and steel imports aiding Argentina’s rearmament.

Paiva Farrell Pehilio Argentina State Department Department Buenos Aires Spain Ataentina

Four San Antonians Go to Postal Meet

Four San Antonians attend the National Federation of Post Office Clerks convention in Indianapolis. Delegates listed are Den Fimideison, Max Synge, BB. Lew, and V. G. Striegler. Topics include overtime pay time and a half and postwar salary adjustments.

Weld Attoig Tthe National Federation of Postoffice Indianapolis Indy den Fimideison Max Synge BB. Lew V. G. Striegler

Casualties 5A Paratrooper Davis Killed in Normandy

War department reports 684 U S soldiers killed in action in various theaters. South Texas losses include First Lieutenant George C. Davis of San Antonio noted as killed in France on June 17. Also listed are Private Roland J. Pennington of Burbank High School and many more with proximity to San Antonio and surrounding areas.

George c. Davis San Antonit France War Department U. S South Texas Aay Miguel S. Pena Imarig A. Pena Ozona Army Pfc Zaragoza Aguirre Muiher Puris Fellstia Agui Ruby Loretta T. Vernandez San Antonio Arthur Hillard Kenton Hillard Victoria Rote Reynosa Antonia F. Reynosa Sai Antoni Vic Lorena A. Salis Mes Téa C. Sails Broensuile Vist Liew Tanien £. Stanity Minnie It Stanley San Angele Arimy Netion Pact Eh Daniela Temeltoss Paul Tomeltosa San Deulto

Burial Ordered After 12 Years In Alaska

Fragmentary notice states burial for an indigent veteran, Frank Finnigan, arranged by a local funeral home with Veterans of Foreign Wars involvement. The report mentions a vault, a U S official and a lengthy lapse, all set in Alaska with scattered names and places.

Frank Finnigan Haines Veterans of Foreign Wars Mortusay U.S Thos C. jPuice Lonitory Alaska

Checks Mutilation Delays Pay During War Effort

Secret Service official Edward Tyrrell warns service personnel and merchants to avoid folding or mutilating military payroll and other checks. Ambitious attempts to alter checks slow government payments, with urging to staple rather than fold or pull on checks. Readiness remains tied to coal and metal production for iron, nickel, copper and aluminum.

Edward Tyrrell Secret Service Tyrrel

Captain Wins Sixth Oak Leaf for Air Medal in Italy

Captain Lynch, 21, son of Mr and Mrs William R Lynch of 1007 Avantagenie, earned the sixth oak leaf cluster to the Air Medal after promotion to captain. He logged 52 missions over Haitian, French, German, Austrian and Balkan territories, flew a P 47 Thunderbolt, and participated in a shuttle mission to Russia in June 1944. He enlisted January 23 1942 and earned Wings at Brocka Field October 1 1942. Private Cantu, son of Mrs Juanita Cantu, was killed in action June 1 near Black Island. Staff Sergeant Meyer, 633 Kayton Avenue, received the Bronze Star. Police report a street assault at Cherry and East Crockett streets.

Willand Bynch William R. Lynch Avantagenie Italy Lynch Nis Russia Soviet Union Chemnis Lynch Air Corps Brocka Field Tie. Iake M. Cantus Juanita M. Cantu Revert Street Cantu Juel Nssauit Blak Island Hey

Texas Co-eds Welcome Guests Miss Greenwood and Miss Stephens

Texas co-eds at the University of Texas plan a weekend gathering with guests Miss Nita Greenwood and Miss Nina Stephens. Greenwood will host about 55 visitors, including classmates Miss Jean Swink of Houston and Miss Betty Brown of Waco, with additional attendees from the groups.

Texas Nita Greenwood Mish Nina Stephens University of Texas

Mrs. Davis Back in L. A. After quick Corpus Christi trip

Mrs. Davis and her son Howard W. Davis Jr. returned Tuesday evening from a two week stay in Corpus Christi. A dinner at 7:30 p.m. Friday will be held at the home of Mrs. E. M. Calls, 124 Harrison Street, with the Gamma Phi Beta sorority members in attendance. Mrs. Frita Groenemidt will be guest of honor as international vice president. A reception followed Saturday at the club near Bob's Tips, 1015 West Craig.

Howard W. Davis Howard W. Davis Jr Corpus Christi Os Bulls E. M. Calls Harrison Street Tishees Gamma Phi Beta Sorority Frita Groenemnidt International Vier Honor Ruest

Emancipation of Undershirts Sparks 1844 Debate

A humorous essay recalls 1844 footwear and clothing reform as a pioneer argues for lighter attire. The narrator rejects tradition, touts openness to short sleeves and comfort, while lampooning liberal aims and forecasting greater sweat under authoritarian regimes. The piece blends satire with fashion reform rhetoric and civic identity.

Bern Libernl San Antonio

Exports Prompt U.8 Manhattan Apples to Holland 1639

The record notes that Manhattan exported apples to Holland in 1639, illustrating early colonial trade. It highlights 1631 exports and the 1639 Holland shipment as a key mercantile datum.

Manhattan Holland

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