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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1944
Page
2
Allied headquarters said German forces near Florence were depleted but fought aggressively to slow the advance of American and Polish troops along the Arno. Reports from Eighth Army positions described heavy shelling and renewed artillery exchanges as the Allies press toward the city.
King George VI of England toured a headquarters in Italy after six days on the move with Allied forces. Photographers lined the room as soldiers framed snapshots, while experts advised on proper exposure as the king posed for pictures for their personal albums.
Reports indicate Turkey may sever economic and diplomatic ties with Germany, with Ankara and Sofia showing signs of strained relations as Bulgaria also faces German pressure. German diplomats reportedly planned a public warning and Turkey’s leadership considered steps toward a possible diplomatic break with the Axis.
Attorney Albert C. Dulaney was granted a two week delay in his trial by Judge Williamson of Laredo due to illness. Dulaney faces bail over $50 in a criminal case with Grand jury action and Nick Huron of Southton as the complainant.
Italian captives in the American war effort are rated as having preferred status by the War Department. They aided service units supporting the U S war program and contributed to logistics, with 36 01 members located nationwide. Plans for additional recreational outings were halted after protests from veterans groups. Prisoners will be paid wages with allowances for families, aiding manpower, and many have worked on arms and supply depots, reflecting broad participation in domestic war production.
Funeral services set for Bettencourt, 80, who died Sunday at a rival hospital. Interment will be at Potter Lavnig chapel. He lived in San Antonio since 1905 and was a past chancellor commander of the Knights of Budhias. Survivors include two daughters Mrs Deon Moeckel and Mrs Chaviea Diegler and two sons Joe Betton and Manuel Colacain, all of San Antonio.
Governor Biogensoy avoided specifics on presidential electors at a July press briefing. State Democrats official Charie F. Bimons explained the delegation formula: one delegate per 800 votes or fraction, and one for every 600 votes of major traction for governor, with final counts to be canvassed by the state executive committee in August.
Allied forces reported heavy fighting as American and British troops pressed toward Avranches. Second and Third armored divisions spearhead the push, with over 490 German tanks reportedly knocked out since Tuesday. Support from Allied air fleets preceded the advance, while French and American units closed on Brehal to Versigny pocket.
Henry Hein seeks four garbage-moving machines to handle 900 tons daily for the new east land site. Bids to be advertised, cost about 4000 dollars each. The plan aims to reclaim land, fill the pits, and dispose of garbage with no anticipated odor.
Richard Guipepper, year old son of Mr and Mrs Sule Peppey, was drawned at Terrell Wells swimming pool Sunday night. He was found by Pvt. Robe orb from Kellyfield who was swimming in the pool. An inquest will be held by Judge J. W. Saye. No funeral arrangements had been made Monday morning.
Officials announced the steel penny program will persist as a public nuisance. They stated production of the alternate steel cent halted in January, but the coins will remain in circulation and eventually wear out or disappear.
Malta reports a 3240th air raid alert as Garinean aircraft were spotted near the island. Night setters rose to intercept. the Nazis were turned away without crossing the coast.
U P A action re rated canned corn and other goods for the retail stock list. Canned corn regained a three point value for whole kernel vacuum packed varieties and a five point rating for 20 ounce cans. Jam marmalades and other fruit preserves also updated yesterday.
SUPREME HEADQUARTERS ALLIED EXPEDITIONARY FORCE reports armored vehicles stalled by a German emplacement near Gaveny in Normandy. Lieutenant Lealie Hoce of Victoria, Virginia, commanding a formation of American troops, requested air support as pilots overhead engaged the threat, and ground units moved to counter the emplacement. The exchange shows quick coordination between air and ground forces to reopen the column.
A junior U S Army officer and a few enlisted men devised a method to counter German defense by using a device made from simple equipment. The plan was tested with positive results, accelerating Allied progress as officers resigned in response to the new development.
Fragmentary wartime note describes Nazi withdrawal collapsing under Allied pressure. It claims three hundred Das Rainy division soldiers captured or killed a Jenstr aße stronghold, with captured ammunition, guns, jeeps, and vehicles. A witness cites limited visibility and reports locating a Donk site and failed German resistance.
Circus engages Ringling Brothers and Barnum Bailey on a summer tour resuming in Akron Ohio after repairs. A fatal incident in Hartford July 6 claimed over 160 lives as the yellow train departed Gripsnta with 12 flat cars and about 10 wagons. Performances for the rest of the season move to stadiums and parks without the big top.
Strikes by the Associated War Labor unions idled about 20 000 workers Monday across five plants producing Dewalt aircraft parts for Pratt & Whitney engines, with 39 000 more away nationally. Local 235 of the I O U warned production gates were shut as time studies prompted union and company disputes. At General Steel Castings Commonwealth plant Granite City Illinois roughly 4300 workers were idle after a 300 chipper foreman claim triggered an unauthorized work stoppage. In Astland Kentucky 2400 United Steelworkers voted to strike to pressure a settlement. About 1100 workers at Anaconda Wire and Cable remained idle after a reported delay and wage dispute.
Rev WC McGarthy Canadian Royal Air Force overseas chief chaplain warns clergy and servicemen and women in Europe about premarital and extramarital relations within allied forces. He cites reports of sexual conduct harming morale and discipline and urges restraint and reform to preserve unity.
Miss Marguerite Atite Missy Le Hand long time personal secretary to President Roosevelt died in Chelsea Massachusetts from coronary embolism. White House announced the death noting she had retired December 18, 1942 owing to ill health but had shown some improvement prior to her passing.
War department report to San Antonio Air Service depot states plans to furnish every American prisoner of war in Germany with a turkey dinner. The program is to be conducted by the quartermaster in conjunction with the American Red Cross, coordinating meals and care for POWs.
A chaotic dispatch reports conflicting claims about Erwin Rommel. Berlin circles deny Rommel’s death, saying he is in good condition while Stockholm sources and field reports hint at fatal wounds. The confusion involves German and Allied sources and a telegraph agency briefing.
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