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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 02, 1939

Page

11

CORPUS YOUTH HELD IN SLAYING CASE DETAILS EMERGE

A Corpus Christi youth, Roddy Barton, 24, confessed to abducting and killing taxi driver Temnus Barton near San Antonio. He implicated accomplice Frank Brice and A A Crusk Hlee, describing a drive from San Antonio to Seguin and Austin as police traced the crime. The pair reportedly led officers to the murder scene and to the weapon, a pistol found after the capture.

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Jarboe Drops Ts Fair Weather Forecast Update

Weather bulletin notes fair and warmer conditions with damp periods on Wednesday. Jarboe reports light winds and cheering forecast for Thursday and Friday. A low pressure system over MOX causes a chance of sudden showers Wednesday night into Gulf region.

Hyvardi Jiarboe Moxteo Trac Gulf

Trinity Falling as Flood Fear Abates

Flood warnings ease as the Trinity River recedes after gauges show a drop toward 24 feet. officials report the reading near 248 feet at 7 am, with no new alerts unless further reports indicate rising water. Muddy conditions and wind disturbances complicate forecasts, with authorities urging caution along riverbanks and low-lying areas.

Trinity T J. Lewis

Two Children Die in House Fire in Pennsylvania

In Gonntisville Pennsylvania a home fire claimed two young children, a four year old sister, and a six year old brother perished. A younger sibling 3 survived with injuries while another family member escaped. Firefighters evacuated others to safety and rushed victims to hospital. investigation into cause continues.

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Probe 2 Dynamite Attempts in Britain

Britain investigates two canal bombing attempts by the British Terrorist Republican Army. Explosives experts from Yard and Five Denal assess risks and security, with police responding to suspected sabotage near busy industrial zones and canal walls.

Britain London Ip—Al Bentinrt Yard Fovedenl Ihe Ane British Tela Republican Army

Famed Cartoonist Faces Divorce Filing in Washington

Nationally known cartoonist McLean, Washington, was served with a divorce complaint at his home today. The case, filed in Patfax County Circuit Court, cites estrangement and names Dale Cresny as the attorney for the plaintiff.

Mclean, Wa Povey L. Crashy Agies Dale Cresny Icheuit Patefax County

O'Daniel Defends Press Rights Amid Legislature Clash

Texas Governor W. Lee O Daniel attacked alleged abuses of press privileges by lawmakers during a Texas Independence Day address. He warned that for every government grant of privilege there is a corresponding citizen’s obligation and urged accountability in reporting public servant actions. He noted past tensions with the Austin press and implied political consequences for those who overstep bounds.

Old Washington Texas W. Lee O'Daniel Austin O'Daniel

Fire devastates Queen Hotel in Halifax blaze

Halifax Nova Scotia witnesses a devastating hotel fire that swept the Queen Hotel and nearby businesses. Police say many of about 117 guests remained unaccounted at noon, with 46 confirmed in hospitals amid a 25 mile per hour wind and flames shooting from the building while residents clung to ledges seeking escape.

Halifax Nova Scotia Briztejp Capadian Press Queen Hotel Esenne Geveral

Wed Couple Marry Second Time in Cincinnati

The former Pratce Wagers of Richmond Kentucky, seven lines a bride, and Bert Oakley, 41, were wed today for a second time. Divorce records show the marriage is Oakley’s second remarriage. witnesses note prior separations and a prior divorce.

Cincinnati Pratce Richmond Ky Y Bert Oakley Watuontha

Lindberghs Fly London France Stopover Reportedly Bumpy

Lindberghs depart for a London to France hop aboard their plane. A widely known local physician in Weatherford, Dr. Chiwadie, died at home from a heart attack.

Lindberghs London-France Salonel Punsictan Weatherford Marah Chiwadie

Fury Indicts Former U S Jurist in Conspiracy Probe

New York dispatch reports Martin C. Manton longtime U S Circuit Court judge charged by a special grand jury with conspiracy to defeat the government. He faces possible penalties and has denied wrong doing while awaiting further questioning.

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Cardinal Pacelli Named Pope Becomes Pius XII

Cardinal Pacelli, longtime secretary of state, rises to the papacy as Pius XII. The article chronicles his ascent, deep diplomacy, austere demeanor, and pivotal role in Vatican diplomacy and policy through World War I and beyond. It notes his birth in Rome on March 2, 1876, his noble lineage, and his rapid rise through clerical ranks to lead the Catholic Church.

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Pope Pius XII Elected at Vatican Amid Jubilant Conclave

Vatican City March 2 A long conclave ends with Eugenio Cardinal Pacelli chosen pope on the third ballot to succeed the late Pius XI. He takes the name Pius XII and is greeted by a throng of 231 million Catholics. Coronation is planned for March 12 with the new pontiff receiving the blessing amid prayers and ovations from faithful in St. Peter’s Square.

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Acid Figures in Spy Probe Unclear Narrative Emerges

A garbled report details an espionage case involving U S Attorney Ben Harrison and a Japanese fishing boat near the Mexican coast. It mentions a storehouse burning, an immigration officer's agitation, and secret intelligence reports tied to a map referenced as secret sonar and travel plans amid a convoluted chain of names and events.

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Firm Bid to Build U S Zeppelin Carried by Akron Firm

The Gonyfed Zeppelin corporation of Akron Ohio announced a bid to construct a slow dirigible for the United States. The project aims for a capacity around 70,900 cable feet and a completion window of 24 months, under conditions to be agreed with the government.

U. S

Youth Held in Branding of Tot in Lewistown Case

Police say 2 year old Murtay Walt was branded with a hot iron in a rural Lewistown home. Witnesses, including the child’s mother Helen Walt, accuse 2 year old Barrick of assault with a washing machine incident and branding injuries. Detectives described multiple bruises and burns on the toddler’s legs. The suspect reportedly claimed the act was accidental.

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Bermuda Clipper Reported Ieing

A report from Washington at 12 40 pm said the Bermuda Clipper had received a message that the vessel to Baltimore was leant padiv a path about 2410 miles off the Virginia capes near Chesapeake Bay.

Bermuda

Kealy Calls to Duty 300 000 New Troops

Rome reports Italians mobilizing the most effective forces since 1919 with 300 000 new conscripts. Billboards announce the call to service as observers estimate replacements for those completing service. Individuals born 1911 and 1909 are recalled alongside earlier exemptions. The government widens conscription to cover lean years and accelerate readiness for the year.

Kéaly Rome Mivety Mantors Ramee Thaly Thiase Seryteo Agri

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