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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 08, 1946

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Married Vets House Hunting After Discharge

The Veterans Administration reported that 60 percent of 3000 married ex-soldiers, discharged last September at eight separation centers, were still unable to find homes or apartments three to four months later. Many who found separate quarters faced rents above their expectations, with 16 percent paying more than $50 monthly.

Washington Veterans’ Administration National Housing Agency Army and Navy

Gem Heist Romance Tangles Military Court Action

Pair sought in a gem theft tied to a Rhineland castle during World War II ends with marriage, an officer in charge of the castle, and a later military investigation. Miller says a WAC captain and a colonel courted in Europe were implicated as investigators prepare charges for a court martial in Germany.

Pai George S Patton Frankfurt Miller Miler WAC Durant Kronberg Castle Sophie Tiesse United States Criminel Rhineland Chicago Europe Bach Germany

King Sets Record as Canada's Longest Serving Prime Minister

OTAWA June 8 William Mackenzie King today marked his 6928th day as Canada's prime minister, achieving the distinction of serving longer in the post than any other man in the dominion's history.

Otawa William Mackenzie Canada Dominion

Cotton futures open higher in New York and New Orleans

Cotton futures opened steady to higher in New York and New Orleans with gains of up to 35 cents per bale. July and December contracts show notable price levels, while nearby months post modest moves amid quiet trading.

York Cotton Futures New York June Jubr Gotoligr AG Orleans Satan Iuineee

Record Oil Bonus Sale At University Of Texas

AUSTIN June 8 Cash bonuses totaling 4319500 for oil and gas leases on 16527 acres for University of Texas land were submitted yesterday. It surpassed a prior sale of 3665900 for 37003 acres. Gulf Oil led bidding with 422000 for tract 34 a 1600 acre Crane county parcel. The lease requires drilling 10000 feet in search of Ellenberger pay now located in nearby black 31 field.

Austin Texas Gulf Oil Crane County Ellenberger Black 31 Field

Army Recruiting Drive Calls for Enlistment

Fragmentary OCR reveals a World War I era appeal urging thousands of young men to enlist in the Regular Army. It promotes enlistment before July 1 at Broadway posts and Army facilities, promising family support and full benefits. It urges visiting Army Camp or U S Army Recruiting Station for details.

U.S. Army

Market Prices From Saturday Growers Market Report

The Saturday growers market showed celery and watermelons dominating the scene with prices fluctuating little. Items listed include asparagus at 1.50 per dozen, beans green 2.50 bushel, cantaloupes 9.50 per bu, lettuce 9.40 per crate, grapes grapefruit and peppers with varied quotes, and watermelons at 24 cents per pound among many others from multiple regions.

Lima California Calif Louisiana

Market Prices From Sion Market for Various Produce

A fragment listing broad price quotes for fruits and vegetables. Items include beets at 50 cents per dozen, cabbage, cucumbers, strawberries at 5 dollars per crate, pineapples 3.50 per dozen, potatoes varying by type, onions green 73 cents per dozen, and oranges both Texas and California priced per crate or box.

Texas California

Marriage Licenses Granted In Vital Statistics List

The district records show a batch of marriage licenses issued, listing names such as Helen Aur Rutledge, Irene Klolna, Elizabeth Dunn, Myrtie Jolngon, Vivian Tackeon, Guadalupe William Gibson, Mary M. Jaime, Lupe Varas, Myra Robertson, Fred G. Collins, Evelyn Bratley, and Beatrice M. Smith among others. The column records numerous entries with applicant spouses and related initials, reflecting a broad set of unions approved.

Baward II Bowden Jn Edith BR. Rutledge John Keene Helen Elton P. Nollamper Myrtie Jolngon Edward H. Waldheim Ann Mellardt John M. Sholiutt Walle Ootken Charles Mosca Vivian Tackeon Melegio BR. Benavidez Mary M. Jaime Esmonantda M. Pela Guadwupe William E. Gibson Charlotte Rasey Allen Spell Alin Tracblood Natividad Hope H Chayarcis Mitchel Shewpard Katie Davis Anthony N. Hoge Catherine OM Padules Huber G Davingy Esther Mf. Wissepape James “Wibbes Lanrall Tinaley Marvin L Sally Amalia M Conlugues Josie Knit In Beatrice M. Smith Tahert J. Mathiovan Gladys B. Recae

Obituary: Rudolph Rivero 40 Musician Dies

Rudolph Rivero a 40 year old musician of 703 Caroling Street died Friday Funeral arrangements at Risbe Funeral Home 2343 Ora Enpardar and burial at Isa Fernanda cemetery pending further details

Rudolph Rivero Caroling Street Risbe Funeral Home Ora. Enpardar Issa Fernanda

Goebbels Kin Located Near Icking in Germany

Military government officers reported the mother Katharine Goebbels aged 79 sister Maria Kinmich aged 39 and her husband Max aged 50 were found living near Wolfratshausen in the village of Icking. They are linked to Paul Joseph Goebbels former Nazi propaganda minister and the events in Berlin surrounding his death.

Wolfratshausen Paul Joseph Goebbels Icking Katharine Goebbels Maria Kinmich Max Berlin Goebbels

Hitler Kill Order Told During Nuremberg Trial

MBANBERG June 8 Adolf Hitler ordered the summary slaughter of every Allied flier who bailed out, but Field Marshal Wilhelm Keitel said he would be damned if he would issue such an order. The tribunal heard statements from German officers with Hitler in his Berlin shelter during the final month, introduced by Keitel and Alfred Jodl's counsel and corroborated by Luftwaffe adjutant Maj. Herbert Buechs.

Mbanberg Adolf Hitler Reich Wilhelm Keitel International Military Tribunal Hitler Berlin Uehrer Kette Alfred Jael Maj Herbert Buechs Luftwaffe Leitler

Spain to Be Parley Topic at Washington Talks

Herschel Y. Johnson United States interim UN delegate arrives in Washington for weekend talks with top officials to shape policy on Franco Spain. He may return for a Tuesday debate on the UN subcommittee proposal for a break with Madrid next September. Soviet delegate Gromyko opposes delaying action and favors not leaving the recommendation to the General Assembly. The issue of atomic weapons destruction also looms as the UN atomic commission discusses Spain next Friday.

Spain New York Herschel Y. Johnson United, States United Nations Security Council Washington Franco Spain Council U.N Madrid Andrei A. Gromyko General Assembly U. N. Atomic Commission

Burglars Steal Cash Radio In Separate Thefts

Roreana Ramos of 410 Mata moras street reported $51 missing from her purse after a burglary. Also, Este Cook of 922 South Alamo street reported a table model radio valued at $15 stolen through a second story window.

Roreana Ramos Matamoras Street Este Cook South Alamo Street

Pedestrian Struck by Hit and Run Driver Arrest Made

Charles Knanger, 16, of 936 South Pine Street, treated Saturday for cuts after a hit and run at Cypress Street and Main Avenue. Police arrested Charles W. Irwin, 2147 West Mulberry Street, booked for aggravated assault on a pedestrian and failure to stop.

Charles Cnanger South Pine Street Cypress Street Main Avenue Charles W. Irwin West Mulberry Street

Cut Screen and Purse Taken During Yard Visit

Harley Helton of 407 Hoover Street reported a burglary at his home yard during a watermelon gathering. A front screen window was cut and a $15 table radio plus a purse containing $2 were stolen.

Harley Helton Hoover Street

Weather Report Fragment From An Old Paper Item

Fragmentary weather data shows humidity at 0B percent and 65 percent for some type, 16.73 inches yearly total, 4.65 inches excess, with wind at 8 a.m. and sun and moon phase notes. Includes scattered temperatures and locations like Austin and Houston, and times for sun events.

Miogthy Yolen Niolis Itation Amaritto Austin Sahee Brownawille Wye Orelena Mont Hourion

Two Yanks to Testify in Lichfield Brutality Case

In Nahe? Germany and Lichfield England, 12 soldiers who refused to testify in a court martial at Lichfield volunteered to speak. Sgt Saul Rosa of Brooklyn said they aim to reveal alleged cruelties during confinement at the U S stockade. The strike ended as Lt Leonard Ennis faced mistreatment charges.

Bad Nauheim Germany Lichfield U. S. Lane Stockade England Saul L. Rosa Brooklyn Ennis Leonard W. Ennis Peekskill N.Y

Public Library Robbery Strikes At San Antonio Site

Jean McCann of 1615 North Hackberry reported a purse theft at the San Antonio Public Library 3200 West Market Street. She did not see the thief but noted $5 and personal papers were taken from her bag.

Jean McCann North Hackberry San Anteonio Public Library West Market Street

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