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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 27, 1942

Page

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Woodcutter Wite Two Tots Disappear Near Helotes

Deputies search Cedar brakes near Helotes for a missing woodcutter known as Rivet J Moore a 39 year old man. His wife and two young daughters, ages three and nineteen months, vanished from a trailer camp five miles west of Helotes. The family’s clothes and cooking utensils were left behind and two tires were found missing from a converted sedan, suggesting possible foul play. Braun who employed Moore reported last seeing him two weeks ago while groceries were purchased for the family.

Helotes Woodehopper Rivet Moore Pritz Braun Pellef Braun San Antonio J Braun Moore Childen

Two Czech Traitors Divide Reward in Berlin

Berlin report says two Czechs shared a German reward of 100,000 Czech crowns for tips leading to the shooting of two men by assassins linked to Reinhard Heydrich. Prague announced the Bohemia Moravia protectorate government paid 6,000,000 crowns to spare Germans and 82 Czechs.

Berlin Hyon Brogacasis Gestapo Heinherd Heydrich Prague Bohemia-Moravia Ric

Texas Magnesium Plant Starts Work

Freeport reports Bow Magnesium plant began pouring molten metal yesterday after seven months of construction. The $52,000,000 facility aims for full production by November 1 and will be the largest magnesium plant in the area, surpassing Dow’s nearby operation in output.

Freeport Bow Magnesium Corporation Ngot Plaat Dow Chemical Company

Soviet and German Front Actions Shift Near Kharkov and Sevastopol

Soviet dispatches report a Russian counterdrive at Kupyansk along the Oskol river forcing German retreat while Sevastopol defenses repelled a heavy bombardment. German gains at Izyum appear claimed, with Nazis pushing reserves in Crimea as air battles see losses on both sides.

Red Army Ukraine Kupyansk Sevastopol Oskol Kharkov Redway Crimea Moscow

Aussie Girls in Ack Ack Units

Melbourne officers announce that Australian Women's Army Service members will serve in anti aircraft units to relieve men for tougher field duties. The women will operate instruments and support roles across most of Australia except the far north, with experts noting their aptitude for these tasks.

Melbourne Army Tony Australia

Mussolini Visited Italian Forces in Sicily and Calotivia

Premisey Mussalini visited Italian air and naval forces on Bardicii Sicily and Calotivia involved in Pantelleria. He piloted a bomber personally and decorated many officers as reported by the News agency.

BROME Brogdensts Premisey Mussalini Bardicii Sicily Calotivia Pantelleria Musso- Unk Ameney Stefani

Axis Claims. Egypt Army Attacked by Axis Demands

Axis motorized forces clash with Egyptian defenses near Matruh as Rommel’s grand assault opens the four day battle in Egypt. British recomposition and American air raids hamper Axis advances while reports from Cairo and Alexandria note rapid naval support and Luftwaffe losses along the coast.

Math Rommel Egypt Matruh Nile Buez Canal Minster Middle Eest Hamnee Claude Auchine Jeck

Nazis May Occupy All France

A London report cites a well informed foreign source saying German leaders push to seize all of France to counter Allied attempts on a second front. It notes 500000 Italian troops in northern Italy ready to move into France, and mentions reorganization of German defenses with 26 divisional commanders ousted.

London Hitler France Ani Ab Beirut Italy Johannes Blaskowitz Sinee Fuehrer Russia Europe Lne Ray Porter Associated Press Cini United States New York Hiller Washington CoWe Machine Puise

Japan Firm Plans Expanded Aircraft Production

A major Japanese company, Mitsui, prepares to expand aircraft output. It has acquired the Shown Air plane production company and founded an aluminum firm with 10 million yen capital. New plants will be built to increase production capacity for aircraft and related materials.

Corlin Krom Dume 1 Tokyo Iap Mitsuy Hei Gotte Mitsi Japa Thes

Beima's Daughter In San Francisco Plays South Bend Trip

Beima's daughter I in San Francisco plans a July return to Hollywood after a stint in South Bend. The two year old Weighter remained critically ill, with Beinn weighing options for rejoining the club.

Beima I. San Prancisco Ole Bejinn San Prancisco Jett South Bend Hollywood

Churchill Inspects Post as Paratroops Jump at Fort Jackson

At Fort Jackson on Wednesday Winston Churchill toured the army’s largest infantry training post and witnessed parachute drops. He watched paratroopers leap from planes as shells and dust filled the air, then praised the U.S. Army’s readiness and vowed Britain and the United States will join forces to defeat tyranny.

Fort Jackson Winston Chirchill America Grack Fim Dreda Iin Ulny Champy Dritein Prydackson Mancaytra Britain Nob Ag

RAF Adds Latest U.S. Dive Bombers

United States built dive bombers, deemed a major need for Britain, were advertised today by the RAF in a Wright Aeronautical listing for the Vindicator and Vengeance models. The air ministry did not confirm current use of dive bombers by Britain.

RAF U.S Londay United States Britain Art Aviation RALF Wright Aeronautical Corporation Air Ministry

Goering Nephew Killed in Action in Western Front

London dispatch reports Walter Goering, 21, nephew of Reichsmarshal Goering, killed in action with the Royal Air Force on the Western front. The broadcast named him a lieutenant in a fighter squadron amid the fading wartime minutes from the front.

Goering London Walter Goering Ephew Reichsmarshal R.A. F RRA

RAF Sweeps Nazi Centers Over Occupied Territory

British fighter aircraft swept over occupied territory and attacked enemy shipping and railway targets last night, the air ministry said. Bomber and mine-laying operations were reported with some incursions near Norwich, while German raiders were engaged by Royal Air Force fighters. several enemy aircraft were shot down.

London Air Ministry Norwich

Airmen Fail to Escape Irish Camp

Canadian and British airmen attempted an escape from a County Wicklow camp in June. They tried a makeshift ladder over a barbed wire fence but were stopped after guards intervened. They remained confined to quarters for two to three weeks.

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Fuller Wins Rank to Colonel in 23rd Infantry

H. E. Fuller was promoted to colonel of the 23rd Infantry after serving as lieutenant colonel this Saturday. A Center Point native, Fuller graduated from Texas University and has led the regiment with distinction.

H. E. Fuller Henry Edward Funter 23Rd Infantry Center Point Puller Tesas Iuniversity

U S Air Raids Near London Spur Allied Plans

United States and British air operations near London set the stage for broader American participation in raids over Germany. Reports describe coordinated efforts and evolving ground work for intensified Allied air actions against German targets.

London United States Gormeany

Vale Stores Open Late to Help Beet Harvest

In Vale Oregon on June 27 stores delay opening until mid day to assist with a labor shortage. Local volunteers staff shops to support sugar beet field work, then resume normal business hours as the day advances.

Vale Ore Tawny Ang

Royal Visit Watch: U S Troops Stage Mock Battle

Northern Ireland hosts a three day royal visit as American troops perform a combat drill for King George VI and Queen Elizabeth. They tour tanks and bunkers, review units, and display cross training in gunnery and logistics while receiving praise from Maj Gen Russell P. Sere for their efficiency. The Queen chats with Sgt Reuben Krage and notes admiration for the weapons.

United States Northern Ireland Elizabethy Russell P, Sere Mnd

Allies Plan Help to Russia Amid War Conference

Roosevelt and Churchill issued a joint statement saying upcoming operations will divert German strength from the attack on Russia. They indicated planned moves in the week of the Roosevelt Churchill conferences to reduce merchant ship losses and that detailed plans were agreed upon by the United Nations. Churchill faced a political crisis upon returning to Britain with calls for confidence votes as Britain endures setbacks in North Africa.

Roosevelt Prine Churchill Britain United Nations Russia Washington London Ourselv'es Muasin Gennany Unite Nationa Japan China England Africa Egypt Mir Qburdlil London Times

Weather forecast for San Antonio and vicinity

Forecast indicates moderate to fresh gusty winds Saturday afternoon and again Saturday night. Temperatures change little with a possible slight rise around the East Texas Coast. Weather Bureau note appears on Page 2.

San Antonio Vichilty East Texas

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