Girl Slugged And Robbed Along San Antonio River
Police launched a riverfront crime crackdown after arresting three Maryland youths in a midweek robbery and assault. Miss Flance Gregory was robbed while her escort was threatened with knives near Martin Street bridge. the youths confessed and returned the purse. Additional juveniles were warned as river vandalism complaints rose.
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San Antonio
Flance Gregory
Drezel Avenue
R.T. Moeran
Hondo
Mike Ellis
Fhe
Ares
Ellis
J. O. Newman
J.T. Palmer
Convent
Negarro
Martin Street
George Pickens
Owen Kilday
Bcores
Police Department
Tocity
Woman's Sister Dies in Cuero
Mrs. mired W. Rohde of 624 Go- Bad street learned Wednesday of the death of her sister Mrs. Albert G. Fischer 46 of Cuero. Daughter of the late W E Hoeke of New Braunfels she leaves husband Albert G Fischer son Fred brother Egon Hoeke of New Braunfels sister Mrs Frank H Haase of Corpus Christi. Funeral in Cuero Friday at 4 pm.
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Mired W. Rohde
Go- Bad Street
Albert G. Fischer
Cuero
Rift Threatens War Bond Sales
In New York the victory fund leaders for the Sec ond Federal Reserve district resign while others in different districts follow. Treasury Secretary Morgenthau aims to restructure the fund system into 48 districts, provoking opposition from veterans’ leaders who fear less efficiency and control. Newark reports Morgenthau urges families to invest one fourth of income in war bonds, predicting resistance with tax changes but overall growth in public bond sales.
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New York
Treasury Department
Federal Reserve
Victory Fund Committee
Secretary of the Treasury
Morgenthau
Treasury
Margenthau
iJals
Newark
W. J
Morgenthal
Pay As You Go Tax Explained For Service Members
Journal article explains how the pay as you go income tax plan affects average earners. It details exemptions for service members, refunds, and scenarios for single and married individuals, with emphasis on who may owe or receive taxes when entering military service. It outlines estimates, with specific dates for filings and installments, and notes prior tax law relating to active duty.
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Jane
Tin Cans Collected Amid Rationing in San Antonio
Despite rationing, Gananwale housewives are sending a large quantity of tin cans to local plants. Hudson Ingrara, salvage chairman of the chamber of commerce, notes San Antonio ranks high in shipment weight, per the district War Production Board division.
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Anhl
Hudson Ingrara
General Salvage
Chamber of Commerce
San Antonio
Medicated powder recall sparks confusion among families
A garbled advertisement mentions a 40 year favorite powder marketed as soothing teething irritation and heat rash for babies and small children. It cites "Mezauna" and "Mexauna" variants and hints at a regional request from consumers to demand Mexsana, with unclear production details and branding.
FDR Likely Pay-as-You-Go Tax Plan Heads to Roosevelt
Washington reports say President Roosevelt faced a decision on pay-as-you-go taxation after Congress approved a compromise measure. If signed, about 44 million Americans would owe 25 percent of their 1942 or 1943 tax as a current “booster” to shift to the pay-as-you-go system, with Senate votes splitting and leaders signaling possible action.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Uncle Sam
Congress
White House
Senate
Treasury
President
Clark
D.-Mo
Vandenbers
R-Mich
Worden
Corce
Jap American Loyalty Largely Praised in Chicago
Two government officials assured Chicago area employers and housewives that American Japanese Nisei show strong patriotism. Elmer L. Shirrrjl, regional relocation authority director, cited 12 000 camp releasees in the West, noting no known disloyal activity among them.
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Chicago
Shirrell
Awakening on Attu Bald Mountain Night Mission
Correspondent describes a stealth night bivouac on Attu Beachhead in tense conditions. The account details hiding under rock ledges, layering clothing, and shelter setup to avoid exposure, with fog lifting hoped to reveal potential Japanese positions.
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Bay
Attu
Jeland
Bald Mountain
Yanks On Attu Take Over Huts In Snowbound Camp
War diary from Attu Island reports American troops occupying huts and tents left intact after Japanese retreat. Correspondent William Cories describes cold mornings, sleeping in bags, and misadventures including a near frostbite after forgetting pants. Maj. Gen. Landrum visited, seeking shelter and humorous exchanges amid the rugged advance.
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Willian Cories
Attu Taland
Oce
Attupet
Jappeukiona
E. M. Landrum
Russell Annabel
Adak Island
Landrum
Fox Hole
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Okeh
Attu Gun
William II
Eden
Mes
Dia
Adwriter
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Battle Creek
Hilluggis
Grof
Rae
Dent
Henry Ford
Department of Agriculture
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