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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 12, 1945

Page

5

Spirit of Nazis Still Lives On in Berlin

Reporter Eddy Berlin describes postwar Berlin where former Nazis linger and propagate, with Hitler Youths implicated in arson and sniping incidents. He records conversations with German civilians who minimize wartime crimes, and notes widespread ignorance of Nazi atrocities, underscoring need for education to erase Nazi influence.

Berlin Eddy Berlin Naziam Stillives Abt Smother Hitler Ats

Wonderful Relief From Bladder Irritations

An old time remedy touts Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root to treat bladder and kidney irritation from excess urine acidity. It claims rapid relief without harsh effects and invites readers to mail name and address for a free prepaid sample from Kilmer & Co. in Stamford Connecticut.

Kilmer Yas Department &, Kilmer & Co Stamford Conn

Scenic Parkway To Gulf Proposed

Washington considers a plan for a scenic parkway from Minnesota to the Gulf of Mexico along the Mississippi River. The route would run on the west side of the river with 1240 feet of right of way furnished by states and the federal government sharing costs 50 50.

Washington Mississippi River Minnesota Gulf of Mexico

Flag Covers Disturbing Mural In Judge Dusher’s Court

In Rockford Qi on June 12 a large American flag covered a mural of a female figure of justice in Judge William JD Dusher's courtroom. Experts say the figure is not nude but the drapery distracts from legal matters. The 16 foot figure was previously ordered covered three years ago and the judge refused to rescind the action, noting the figure hadn’t changed.

Rockford INS William JD Dushér Dusher

Captain Larrey Jr. declared missing in action in 1945

Captain Lovis A. Larrey Jr. of 1198 West Sumrait Place is reported missing in action after being wounded and captured on May 2, 1945. He spent a week as a German prisoner of war and was liberated on V Day after time in an English hospital. He is the son of Mr and Mrs L A Larrey Sr of Houston.

Lovis A. Larrey Jr West Sumrait Fini Araiys Captain Larrey Brooke Hospital L. A. Larrey Sr Houston

Building Permits Delayed Until August 1 for New Homes

Builders of HL new homes valued at 11600, issued last Friday to 11 persons, must wait until August 1 to start construction. City Commissioner P L Anderson said permits were obtained months ago, but a building restriction that began June 8 remains in effect with no new permits issued. Street Commissioner Paul Steffler said only emergency work and labor needs for Brooke Hospital Center will proceed while the army policy is evaluated.

P.L. Anderson Paul Stéffler Brooke Hospital Army

Constables SPs Win Salary Increase in County Move

Rural justice of the peace and constables won restoration of old salaries in county commissioners court. Salaries rise from $100 to $205.56 monthly effective August 1 for listed precincts. two-year districting discussion noted. District Clerk staff receive $310 monthly raise effective June 16.

Bove Rural Justice of the Peace County Commissioners Court Samy Beharett Rudy Stappenbeck Charles W. Anderson Bob Uhr Ian Anderson John E. Geraghty Gus Gerlers Justice Constable Los Angeles Heights Lefty Talbert Ed Schaefer Harlandale B. B. Brotherman Henry J Satcher Hot Wells D. W. Saye Meélyin Mallaberger Blanco Ealing Andustics Hart. McCormick

Lockhart Soldier Killed on Okinawa

Lockhart June 13. Mr and Mrs Otto Selge mourn the death of their son Pfr Wilburn Sonny Salgs 21 killed on Okinawa May 16. Survived by his widow his parents and one sister Mrs Linarothy Norman all of Lockhart. Salgs was a standout football star at Lockhart High School.

Lockhart Otto Selge Pfr Wiiburn Sonny Salgs Okawa Linar Othy Norman Young Sales Lockhart High School

Death by own action ends life of Texas university man

In Austin the body of Alton Parker Thomason an English instructor at the University of Texas was sent to Nacogdoches for burial after a 24 story plunge from the university tower yesterday The corporate tragedy followed news of his younger brother William E Thomason 44 a Houston shipyard electrician who hanged himself in his home after reading of the initial death there Justice of the Peace Tom Maes ruled the Houston man died by his own action The two deaths are linked by a shared tragedy and timing and were reported by the INS in Austin and Houston

Houston Willam E. Thomason University of Texan Austin Justice of the Peace Tom Maes Imaes INS Alton Parker Thomason University of Texas English Nacogdoches Thomason University

Gas Ration Increases Considered For Key Groups

Gasoline ration boosts may apply to returned service members with temporary duty orders for rehabilitation and recovery. Each day of furlough or TD up to 30 days earns one extra gallon. Insurance adjusters and buyers needing long trips may receive preferred mileages up to 825 miles monthly. Applicants must show current need and present orders and mileage records to local ration boards.

B. W. Johnson San Antonio i District Opa

Randall Funeral Rites Held for Oilman Winfield Scott Randall

Private funeral services with Masons honors were held Tuesday for Winfield Scott Randall 62 San Antonio oilman who died at a local hospital. Burial followed in Mission Park. A native of Irwin Iowa Randall was a University of Iowa Law graduate who later worked oil operations across the Southwest. He came to San Antonio five years ago. Survivors include his widow Henrietta Randall, daughter Katherine B R Kinney of Detroit, son John J Randall of Minnesota, mother Helen Randall, sister Adelaide Peterson of Birney Montana, and brothers Roy Randall Miles City Montana A Randall Hardin Montana and Frank H Randall Texing stont Ky.

Masonia Winfield Scott Randall San Antone Menady Mission Irwin Iowa Randall I University of Southwest San Antonio Henrietta Randal Katherine BR. Kinney Detroity John Jams Randall Minn Ilen Randall Adelaide Peterson Boll Birney Mont Roy Randall Miles City Randall Hardin, Mont Frank H. Randall Texingstont

Mine Fire Flares and Stops Body Search at Powhatan Mine

Fire at Powhatan mine interrupts efforts to recover bodies from last summer’s disaster in which 86 miners died. Sixty four bodies have been removed, three recovered last night before smoke halted operations. Reopening an entry last November rekindled smoldering coal, delaying rescues for the remaining two bodies. Crews rebuild barricades as recon solidates for next attempt in five to six months.

Powhatan Ohla

B-29s Close In On Jap Home Waters From Guam Raid

Guam report says Superforts strengthened the blockade and mine sweep raids hit southern Kyushu air fields. Liberators joined US planes in attacking the empire as Corsairs scored first Okinawa based strikes on Japan. Mustangs and Thunderbolts blasted Tokyo airfields, destroying planes on the ground and in the air. Admiral Nimtz used the alias Mr Wainwright traveling to Pearl Harbor after the disaster.

Guam Rawlo Tokyo U. S Army Navy Empire 71St Bomber Command Japan Kyushu Tokyo Kyushny Fokloatta

Inquest Held Over Death of Jamies A Robinson

A death inquest was held to determine cause of Jamies A Robinson aged 69 of 940 South Alamo Street who was found dead sitting in a chair in his bedroom at 16 a.m. Turner of the Peace B I Talboyt IPherday was holding the inquest with Alabama notified.

Postiocar Tenants Will Want Gadgets

Postwar landlords in Pittsburgh face pressure to equip apartment houses with modern amenities. Irving W. Clark of Webstitutiause sues to ensure tenants receive electric dishwashers, home freezers, electric washing machines, and driers as the wartime scarcity era ends. The Institute Of Real Estate Management claims a highly competitive market will favor landlords who meet electric demands with far sighted management.

Piteburgh Institute of Ral Estate Management Laltofing Irving W. Clark Wwebtitutiause

Horner Funeral Rites Arranged

Mrs Eleanor Horner 58 lifelong San Antonio resident dies Monday Funeral services set for 4 PM Wednesday at Tider Street for the Woman's Benefit Association member Burial in St Johns Lat eran cemetery Survivors include husband Jack Horner brother Ghanes M Stowe sisters Mrs Nettie Anz and Mrs Mary Kuentz Also note: Freddie Huntress County Clerk says 2600 of 9800 notaries in Bexar county have qualified for two year appointments.

Tider Street Eleanor Horner San Antonio Woman's Benefit Association St. John's Lateran Cemetery Jack Horner Ghanes M. Stowe Nettie Anz Mary Kuentz Freddie Huntress Bexar County

Lindbergh Sees Paris Quiet After Transatlantic Flight

Paris report notes Col Charles A Lindbergh arrived quietly from Glebe week end and said Paris is different from years ago after his famous flight. He remarked he has rarely been stopped on the street during his European sojourn.

Lindy Paris Charles A. Lindbergh Glebemany Fie Lindbergh Europe Europe Via Eiypts Jan Tapacity Germany Navy Americcan

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Hitler Youtiet Tchad Moscow France United States Ton Red Hitler Wehrmacht Arthur Werner Gulf Sps Okinawa Simmons Nimitz Chester Nimity Pearl Harbor Mr. Wainwright Calri Robinson Horner Cancade Dry Canada San Antonio's America Sears
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