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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1947

Page

7

Four gunmen rob Allentown couples in home invasion

Four armed men held up and bound eight people at a Allentown residence. They escaped with about 75,000 in cash and valuables, securities worth 1500, 23,000 in jewelry, and jewelry, after cutting telephone lines and stealing keys. Police later chased the suspects.

Allentown Louis Webner Harry Neff Irvin Salitaky Antil Welnér Jaire Hingster Weiner Pfingatel Fingster

Curley Sent To Prison Hospital In Boston Plan

Danbury Conn March 28 Mayor James M Curley of Boston remained in prison hospital today. Reports say his condition improved and he is to be moved to regular visitation quarters after about 30 days.

Danbury Conn Jape James M. Curley Boston Splin

Assoula in Park Acknowledges Beating Incident

Assoula in Park Antonin Gain, 40, of 212 p roiula street, reported to pallee Saturday tie had been beaten on he Safe and head by two may Columbus parc Police, honked Mario Sanches, ddress wintown, for aggravated ssault. An argument with razors In 'ht 200 blerk of South Santa Rosa avenue brought Santa Wor andey, 20 Santa Rosa avenue, wil Patsy O'Cayas, Columbus, to Te city sail hock as veggieits. 'ernandts war cut on the staunn ch, left tog and fat arm, rCavas auffrd a cut Tinger,

Antonin Gain Proiula Street Pallee Columbus rCavas

United States Stance on Fertilizer Work At Anguar Island

An official U S spokesman said the United States backs the plan to permit phosphate deposits on Anguar island to obtain fertilizer. The statement responded to British foreign office comments and noted General MacArthur’s apparent lack of prior approval from the Far East Commission before authorizing the work.

Ay Ale Do United States Anguar Island Ian Macwihtz Far Astern

Heatwave to Persist as San Antonio Braces for 100

Weather data shows San Antonio experiences an extreme heat spell with Saturday forecast for near 100 degrees and potential record highs. Weatherman J. W. Jarhoe notes scant relief through the weekend with hot, sunny afternoons across the region. In nearby areas, Laredo endures 103 degrees as the state swelters amid ongoing heat warnings. The article also reports the San Francisco film industry note on Clarence Bricker, a 43 year old motion picture executive, involved in a high profile incident at a hotel with alleged heart ailment.

San Antonio J. W. Jarhoe Laredo San Francisco Tune Clarence Bricker Molly Foo Evinay 4 Heart Alflack

Bevin Clamps Blackout on News Paris Conference Report

Paris reports on a news blackout at a British request during a second session in the French foreign ministry. Soviet Tass described talks aimed at clarifying Secretary of State George Marshall’s aid to rebuild Europe. French and Paris Liberal accounts noted careful wording and key discussions on postwar recovery and possible actions affecting Spain and allied countries.

Paris Kusslay He Marsial Europe Fortin Balen Bev Georges Hidaskana V. M. Molatey Foreign Ministry Parrnit Tass Agacy Actusl Tarvarti University George Marshall United States Tsapport Ve Parisien Paris Liberal TAUSE France Spain

Deathon Wheels Strikes Charles Eckhard in Fatal Street Incident

Charles Eckhard, 65, of 129 Castlinn Street, died at Santa Rosa hospital after injuries from a hit and run crash in the 2400 block of Shuit Presa St Friday night. George L. Mark, 16, of 1727 McKinley Avenue, was driving when Eckhard stepped into the street between two cars. Eckhard sustained fatal injuries and a compound fracture of his right leg. The death brings San Antonio traffic fatalities to 24 for 1247.

Charles Eckhard Castlinn Street Santa Rosa San Antonio

Wagner Daughter Faces Six-Year Nazi Sympathy Sentence

In Bayreuth Germany a German denazification court sought a six year labor camp term for Mrs Winifred Wagner daughter in law of Richard Wagner in connection with alleged Nazi sympathies.

Bayreuth Germany Winifred Wagner Mie Odraposer Richard Wagner

C-45 Found, 6 Dead

Manila dispatch reports the wreckage of an AoW 054 transport plane found 130 yards from a 3860 foot peak near Manila. All aboard, captains and lieutenants, appeared killed. next of kin to be notified as search parties confirm the fatal crash and casualties.

Manila Aow Army Lena Forlay iWo Wiohnis Tel

Allies Share 32 Jap Warships

Allies from the United States and other nations began dividing the remnants of the Imperial Japanese Navy. Representatives drew lots for 32 warships including destroyers and escort vessels, allocating ten thousand tons to each power.

TOKYG Jep United States Berlin China Russia

Gulf Ship Strike Threatens East and Gulf Yards

Industrial Union of Marine and Shipbuilding Workers threatens a nationwide walkout next Tuesday, potentially involving about 120000 workers across East and Gulf coast yards. The strike, now in its third day, has shut down 10 yards, nine owned by Bethlehem Steel. Charlies A. Leone, regional director, said weekend developments could halt or curb further walkouts. Major yards slated to join include Maryland Drydock Baltimore, Alabama Drydock Mobile, and New York Shipbuilding Camden with thousands affected. additional workers in Philadelphia are expected to join.

Wwo Orces East Gulf Industrial Union of Marine and Shipbuilding Workers Bethlechem Steel Company Charlies A. Leone Inn Leone Maryland Drydock and Repair Company Baltimore Alabama Drydock and Only Company Mobile New York Shipbuilding Company Camden N. J Philadelphia New Farn

Coal Holiday and United Mine Workers Strike Threat

The United Mine Workers stage a mass walkout amid stuttering coal production. Government plans a temporary halt in operations, aiming to prevent a nationwide work stoppage that could paralyze industry. Labor tensions rise as 22 states face furloughs and potential economic disruption.

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Peace Moves Quietly In Officials Plans

Officials said Saturday that Secretary Schwool and Lewmach will meet next week to discuss bringing Jain L. Lewis and the soft coal operators into legal talks. Details remained vague as the page continued.

Schwool Lewmach Jain L. Lewis Legeltier Anil Head

Is Your Blood 4-0-Ril Negative Donors Sought

A plea for volunteers with 4-0-RH negative blood to help Charles Ott Jr a 17 year old Civil Air Patrol member at Royston Avenue unable to find sufficient blood. doctors report his rare type and ongoing need for frequent transfusions amid limited supply and strained typing facilities.

PL and S. Hospital Charles 7 Ott Alr Brett Young Oit Pat Thevy Penne Tir Civil Air Patrol Ctrshid Medina Lake Alvay Me and & Hospital

Red Oil Sale Probe Sought

Washington on June 25 a proposal for a full investigation into the oil shortage crisis was introduced. Senator Chalanin Weichert and others urged Commerce Committee action to study U S imports from Arabia and fuel oil stocks. Navy officials and lawmakers pressed for measures to secure shipments and curb exports to Russia amid national security concerns.

Washington Siwita Brewster Ome Danuiry’ Pte Navy Psh Arabia Innkers Src U.S Sullivan Sia Bare Harold &. Slassen Russia

Chester Cohen Resigns as Public Health Engineer

Chester Cohen resigns as chief of public health engineering for the La Antonia area. Announcement was made Saturday by Dr. W. V. Bradshaw, temporary health director. The move follows the board of health accepting the resignation of Dr. Dudley A. Revkie as health director.

Chester Cohen W. V. Bradshaw Board of Health Dudley A. Revkie

Weather forecast notes warm spell with weekend pattern

Forecast indicates continued warm temperatures with a steady rise to around 100 degrees Saturday followed by a cooler Sunday morning near 7. Highs peaked around 100 then cooled to about 77 by Sunday. Additional weather page notes appear.

Flood Threat Strikes Mississippi Valley and Midwest

Disputed flood threat expands from Mississippi River region into Missouri Iowa and Nebraska. West of Kansas City rivers overflowed past cropland inundation while dikes along the Missouri River breach. Officials estimate highway and flood costs exceed hundreds of millions with extensive damage to roads and agriculture.

FBI Nabs Public Enemy in Chicago Subway Standoff

FBI agents seized Barker in a subway incident in Chicago after a months long hunt starting in April. Amiel Py Ehivkor, 49, faced charges in a case tied to jewelry theft, jail breaks, and an outlaw network led by Dillinger era figures. The suspect was arraigned before US Commissioner Edwin My. Walker with bail set at 50,000 dollars.

FBI Cincago Amiel Py Ehivkor Siithore Iles Jota Dillinger PAL St. Louis

Conflicting Reports From Asia and U.S. Estates

Reports from Shanghai and nearby areas claim Communist forces drive toward a northern and southern siege while a Manchurian garrison battles in the hills. In Los Angeles a will shows actress Jeanette Donald inherits from a brother’s estate with a minimum $47,500 bequest against a $70,000 estate.

Los Angeles Juanntle Donald Fromm Lair Grother Agua Mae MacDonald Pra Bain

Protest Picketing Fears At Taft Hartley Wedding

In St Joseph Michigan on June 28 police prepared to block pickets during the 4 p m wedding of Lloyd Tall son of Senator Robert Tall at the Congregational church. The force warned arrests would follow if order was threatened as a picket line related to the Taft Hartley act was planned by Gordon Colwell and the United Medical Workers union amid local union activity.

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Group Charter Revoked Over Anti-Jewish Harassment

Atlanta reports the Sint of Ciemgia hag had its charter revoked for anti Jewish harassment and guidance to incite hatred. The Assistant Attorney General Claude Shaw testified that the group's stated aim to create a will spread among people was found to be harmful and the charter issued for a benevolent and charitable purpose was canceled.

Atlanta Sint of

Harakiri by Jap at Trial

GUAM day 38 as Nakamura slashed his stomach and throat in the marine stockade after cross examination. Wakamura testified against Capt. Aiyoshi Isanami alleging torture of American prisoners of war.

Guam Navy Shiggiashi Nakamura Nakamura Wittess Wakamura Aiyoshi Isanami Trule Lwanemi

Stand Back or CU Drill as 80 Year Old Arms Standoff Ends

An 80 year old Dallas man fought deputies and his wife during a violent standoff Friday night. After a two and a half hour confrontation, police used teargas and gunfire before arresting him. He surrendered after stepping from the house with an empty weapon and was jailed.

Dallas Aly

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