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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1940
Page
1
Turbulent fighting across the Viipuri region with Soviet forces driving toward the city from the southwest and south while aerial bombardment devastates surrounding towns. Finns report heavy civilian losses, numerous air battles, and Russian advances along the Mannerheim line toward Talpale, with Savonlinna and Viborg areas hit hard.
Four people survived after clinging to a tree top during a five day flood in Northern California near Meridian. One drowned, Mrs. Frank Pieharty perished. two others were rescued as floodwaters forced 5,000 residents from homes. Authorities reported levee breaks at Colusa and widespread evacuations as relief funds rose to 90,000.
In a fragmented report from London, Britist and French experts discuss blockade issues with Shiites and U.S. policy. Key figures Frank Adhton Chwatkin, adviser to the Bettis minister, Mont Pins, and Charles Risky are named as being chosen for inquiry or advisory roles.
New York report says a district attorney will not prosecute indictments tied to raids on clubs and various establishments seized equipment. A court letter notes much of the seized items could have legal use and cites Penal Code provisions as reason to withhold destruction pending case dispositions.
Police investigated a bullet riddled automobile found abandoned in the 700 block of West Jommerte Street. The car was spotted by Radio Patani man Melvim Salama and taken into police possession. it had two bullet holes in its body.
In Baton Rouge Governor Ent KR Long telegraphs to members of the Louisiana Legislature advising they will be summoned to a special session at 4:39 this afternoon. The move signals an expedited legislative meeting likely to address urgent state matters.
A Kansas City household reports a fatal incident where a boy died by self-inflicted hanging in his bedroom. Police and the coroner investigate as relatives recall a troubling sequence leading to the tragedy. The event raises questions about domestic safety and mental distress within the family.
The grand jury presented a lengthy report after a two month term noting 69 no bills and 234 cases considered, with criticisms of delaying routine work. It urged publication of working schedules, an auditor for public fees, and stricter control of funds and conduct in county offices.
Bexar County grand jury indicted sixteen individuals on multiple counts tied to operating lottery and bingo games and slot machines. Defendants include Vale C. Beillinger and Eugene Mecampbell, accused of keeping and exhibiting policy and slot operations at various venues. Indictments cover February and April offenses with several tied to clubs, temples, and Turner Hall establishments.
Forecasts said a cold front would bring a change by Saturday after two days of record heat. Temperatures topped 95 at Stinson field and 94 in the city with a high near 92 expected while light rain was possible in San Antonio and East Texas.
A large Aberdeen harbor plant, among the region’s biggest, was destroyed by fire early today. Fire officials say about 700000 in damage. Heavy rain helped limit spread to other waterfront structures though sparks drifted several yards away under strong winds.
In Molderness Iowa Roy Paul two Myron 18 months and Helly Anne two children of Mr and Mrs Roy H Paul were trapped in a kitchen fire. Parents were helpless as flames consumed the room. Cause of the fire was not determined.
Rear Admiral Richard Byrd announced the discovery of a large peninsula and nearby islands on the Gouritz coast of Antarctica, about 1269 miles from Cape Horn. The sighting occurred during a three hour flight on Tuesday.
War report summarizes Russian advance toward Viborg with raids over Finland and British ship losses in air attacks. Berlin hosts preliminary talks with Von Ribbentrop ahead of conversations with Hitler. France revalues gold reserves while London reports German air strikes on shipping and extended coal blockade. Romanian forces swell to 200,000 in spring prep.
Cloudy to partly cloudy skies with cooler temperatures expected through Friday night and Saturday. Strong southerly winds near the coast shift to west and northwest by Saturday morning. Aviation and naval interests should watch for deteriorating conditions and gusty winds.
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