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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 25, 1942

Page

2

Jap Bases Threaten Hawaii and Midway Across Carolines

Washington reports Japanese fortified bases in the Caroline Islands, 000 miles southwest of Honolulu, remain a serious threat to Hawaii, Midway, New Caledonia, and Australia. analysts note damaged Navy forces could not penetrate the Carolines' girdle, with Japan fortifying these islands for potential future invasions and reinforcements from Truk and nearby atolls.

Washington Japan Beases Caroline Islands Honolulu Hawaii Midway New Caledonia Australis Nippon Conis Sea America Pacific U.S Nas Marianis Marshall Gilbert Islands Mikede Philippines Guam Wake Trukisiane Carolines Copul Sea Marianas

Reducing Is Fun With This Home Recipe

An informal guide promotes a home remedy method and product blends for simple health improvements. It references a low cost approach, endorsements by a user, and cautions about avoiding taxolce chemicals while claiming resilient results and a money back guarantee.

Meningitis Fear Fades After Child's Death Report

An 8 year old boy dies after hospital admission with suspected meningitis at a housing project site. Medical tests reportedly negative for meningitis, autopsy denied by mother Mrs Gonche Guer rero of 203 Forest Avenue, who cited head injury from a fall while playing on the project grounds.

Hobart B. Green Herzitat Kay Gonche Guer

Owner Refuses to Approve Car Swap Feud

A scrambled report states a man attempted a car swap with a vehicle bought from Dave Hernan at 539 South Flores Street. The pair allegedly traded a $90 down payment for a newer, higher powered car, with Heiivan Jez not consenting or present during the exchange and not backing the deal. Police were notified.

Auluine Poe Dave Hernan Gez South Flores Strey Heiivan Jez

Golatka Reported Out of Danger After Surgery

The Very Rev Walter F. Golatke of St Mars University underwent a serious operation last week at Layla Hora hospital and is now out of danger according to reports.

Golatka Walter FP. Golatke St. Mars's University Layla Hora Hospital

Solons Move to Cut OPA Appropriation

Parliament members clash over next year’s OPA budget plan as Henderson and allies face a reduced request. The subcommittee trims $95.2 million from Henderson’s proposal and aims for an agency staff between 20,000 and 30,000, with a 60,000 cap in the budget.

Solons OPA Waza Cel Ona Crilies Leon Henderson Aly Parkethook Hall Henderson Nest Aut Roramilice Budeoh Bureau Henderson Propria

Thieves Repair Car's Ignition Mystery In 1890s Note

A stranded soldier, C. Wood Gray of Company G Ith Infantry, found his car abandoned after the ignition was sabotaged in a North New Brunfels wreck. The thiefs had broken off the starter key and removed the ignition piece, leaving Gray to track the missing part later.

C. Wood Gray Ith Infantry Gray Lilt North New Brunfels

Axis supply ships attacked by RAF near Palermo Sicily

Axis supply ships escorted by destroyers were attacked by the RAF Monday night east of Palermo Sicily the BR A Y middle sea company announced today. A direct hit on one vessel started a dire situation as the attack continued with limited details available.

Cairo Jane Nes E Twal [Dentroyers Palermo Sicily BR. A. Y. Middle-Seas Comimany

Nelson Warns of Need of Metals

Washington June 25. Production Chief Nelson told congress that metal shortages persist and some programs were begun too late. He urged boosting scrap metal collection, including dormant sources like elevated railway structures, to speed wartime needs and warned of mounting housing and plant expansion demands.

Washington Nelson Con- F Senate Wile Jie

Serve The Light Honors Texans Serving In Armed Forces

The publication honors young Texans who have answered the nation’s call to the colors presenting a list of service members. The item highlights individuals serving in the U.S. armed forces and recognizes their commitment to duty.

U.S

Capt Cantello Dies in Action in World War II

Capt George Cantello of the 41st Turret group is confirmed killed in action during the Pacific theater. Mrs Violet Henry of San Antonio and others report his death as the war department notes he died in line of duty. Survived by his wife, mother, and Milwaukee native shown in memorials.

George Gantena George Cantello Aly Corps Ganteile Australia Maret Frag Selfridge Geld Mich Tursult

Nazis Bomb Midlands In Britain

London reports a fairly strong German air raid on the industrial west Midlands after a year’s lull. Five planes were shot down, incendiaries fell near Tagg Angha, and damage was described as fairly extensive with few fatalities expected in open lands. RAF weather limited attacks on Germany while bomber forces hit the U boat base at St. Naval France. fighter command protected airfields with no losses reported.

London West Midlands Tagg Angha RAF Germany St. Naval France Fighter Command Revel

Rubber road drive crews scour highways near Antonios

Nine teams from YMCAA announced by Smith and Lewis Lacay scour highways in a rubber road drive. The Women's Motor corps supplied transportation as volunteers from over 400 members assist. Ten cars are needed for about two hours daily to complete the remaining days of the drive.

Ban Antonios C. A Smith Lewis Lacay

Action Delayed On Bergdoll Plea

Secretary Stimson said the War Department had taken no action on the plea of Svaver Cleveland Bergdoll a WWI draft dodger for a pardon to undertake military service. Bergdoll who fled to Germany rather than serve during the war is now serving a sentence.

Wada Wusm Stimson War Department Sraver Cleveland Bergdoll Panson Bergdol Germany

McCrory to Honor Oil Well Crew In Jackson County

The criminal district court official returned to San Antonio after viewing a 580 acre tract in Jackson County. He hosted a barbecue for about 100 men who drilled the well. He projected the well could produce up to 6000 barrels of oil daily.

Jackson County Dudae McGrory Criminal District Court San Antonio McCrory

Soldier Dies At Camp Polk On Birthday

A. Soldier died Wednesday on his thirty fifth birthday at Camp Polk Louisiana. Ward reported the death and noted the soldier was brother to Mrs. Matuchta Orosen of 434 Casstana Street.

Sal Antonia Gamp Polk Sintlan Ward Era Matuchta Orosen Casstana Street

Sub Elades Japs To Sink Carrier

Pearl Harbor dispatch recounts an American submarine story of skepticism and daring against Japanese naval forces. Admiral Chester Nimitz confirms the submarine fired torpedoes at a carrier crippled by prior air strikes as it evaded depth charge attacks. Heavy smoke rose high as the ship disappeared leaving no trace next day.

Pearl Harbor Midway Chester W.nkcautta U. S. & Arizona

G M Raises War Output In May Deliveries

General Motors announced May 1942 war material deliveries from its U S and Canadian plants totaled 149 392 17 dollars, up from 110 026 000 in April and 76 048 424 in January. First five months total reached 4180 830 089 dollars, with an average U S payroll of 245 326 employees in May.

New York Sun Way General Motors United States Cancasian W Pice

Gun Battle Kills Three in Nashville Restaurant Shootout

A gun battle at a Nashville restaurant near the central police station left three dead and several injured. Victims include City Detective C. G. Mundy and Deputy Sheriff Melvin H. Fleming. The gunman Henry Hardcastle, age 43, was killed. Officer Robert Kimbre and civilian Robert Alcock, 16, were wounded. The clash followed an argument between Fleming and Hardcastle as he fled the scene.

Nashviver Lenn Central Police Station Eerloye C. G. Mundy Melvin H. Fleming Davide Con County Henry Hardcastle Robert Kimbre Robert Alcock Fleming Hardcastle

No Fault Ann Miller Stars in 1944 Film Plans

The dancing star of Para mounts filmpelenl is photographed in varied looks and considers a new role in her next production bon. Her past three films show versatility as a blonde and a brunette, with discussions about future projects ongoing.

Ann Miller Paramounts Filmpelenl Redherd

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