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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1942
Page
1
Incomplete text discusses Samurai-4 specimens, noting they were neither colored nor heavy with fragrance. It remarks they did not boast of strength or appearance and lacked thorns hidden under their blossoms after these faded.
British patrols along the Sittang River report no change in tactic despite a Japanese buildup toward Rangoon and Pegu. RAF bombers hit Japanese positions on the Sittang while British forces ambush two parties north of Pegu. Reports describe devastation along the rail hub and surrounding towns as civilians flee and remnants of the rear guard swim the river.
Funeral services are planned for Mrs. QC Mosley Helotes school principal who died Thursday afternoon at a Temple hospital INTERVAL she had served as Helotes principal for nine years and previously led Elmendorf school for 11 years Survivors include two sisters Mrs Hartis Bentley and Miss Florence Jones and three brothers J Jones of Houston William Jones of Gilner George Jones of Thorndale and Morgan Jones of New Mexico
A lone Japanese bomber attacked a British Solomon Island today, with the Sydney broadcast reporting no casualties. The Australian announcer said the strike caused no injuries or major damage.
Bollywood reports three minutes of hissing time for the film Remember Pearl Harbor. Republic studio said one minute for the hiss, while veteran hissers argued seconds were enough for a warm up. The scene opens with newsreel footage of Saburo Kurusu arriving in the United States before the Pearl Harbor attack.
The Supreme Court rules the federal anti racketeering law does not apply to members of Local B07 of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters and 26 individuals. Chief Justice Byrnes delivers a decisive 8 to 1 decision, stating Congress did not intend to bar ordinary labor union activities. Justice Stana did not participate.
Services for Willis yilloh Payne aged 20 who died Sunday in a local hospital were set for 4 p.m. Monday at Alamo Funeral Home with Rev Herbie Harris officiating. Interment will follow in Mission Cemetery. Survivors include his widow Mrs Willis Payne, parents Mr and Mrs Ed Payne, brothers Eugene and Oliver Payne of San Antonio and Claud Payne of Atlla La, sisters Mrs Mable Paterson of Oak Grove La, Mrs Nante Mae Anderson of San Antonio and Mrs Ruby Carter of Kentwood La.
Java battles rage as United Nations pivot to Java while Burma and the Philippines see delaying actions. Australian and New Zealand leaders adopt new high strategy amid Japanese landings along western, middle and eastern Java with Dutch forces fighting to block the surge. Japanese claims of large naval losses clash with Tokyo reports of sunk ships off Batavia.
Army officials ordered the closing of several night spots for re decorating with soldiers warned to stay away. Proprietors expect re opening soon and hope to resolve disputes with authorities. Austin report notes tax figures from the South Texas area with rising return totals and revenue insights.
The Victory Garden Campaign Opens in Bexar County to urge farmers and homeowners to expand gardens. Led by Mark Strange and H A Fitzhugh, the effort aligns with a federal drive to boost food production. A list of vegetable varieties and seed quantities suitable for two persons is provided.
Nathan Beil Harria son of J Haris president of Yellow Cab and Baggage company died Monday morning following pneumonia and an operation. Funeral Tuesday at 4 room McColltum Murray Funeral home with Rev Albert Bukkey officiating. Born April 6 1905 in San Rafael educated in Pleasanton and San Antonio. Survived by widow Mrs Bessie Cath Marts and his parents. he managed the College street garage. A Masonite service will follow at Mission Burial Park. Pallbearers listed include Ralph Wedner A C Pump Jack Meadow W P Hoistine Cotton Guenther and Wallinia Livesay.
Third Army headquarters under Lieut. Gen. Walter Krueger started a clipping and map program to inform soldiers. News, maps, and diagrams from newspapers and periodicals cover weapons, tactics, commanders, and general military topics. The goal is to better prepare soldiers for battle and clarify what they are fighting for.
A San Antonio man Herbert Haker of 203 Ellswood Ave. joins the coast guard as a metalsmith and machinist. He will be stationed in St. Petersburg Florida. The cornet guard needs metalsmiths and machinists.
A vintage ad touts Bern as a cough medicine you mix at home using sugar water and 24 drops of Pinex. It claims the syrup calms phlegm and soothes throat and bronchial membranes, with a money back guarantee if not satisfactory.
The trial of German agent George Sylvester Viereck drew dramatic moments as Mrs Jene Lundeen of Minnesota, widow of a late senator, challenged proceedings and testified that justice should prevail for her husband killed in a recent airplane crash. The defense cited insufficient information supplied to the state department during Viereck’s agent registration, while prosecutors argued he aided Lundeen in drafting speeches later delivered publicly.
City park department employees will receive wartime gas decontamination and demolition clearance training. Ninety of 740 workers to start night sessions at Sidney Lanter High School, led by Red Cross instructors and city engineers.
The body of Fred Elmer Rightor 60 former secretary of the state board of professional engineers will be brought to San Antonio for cremation after dying in Austin. Survivors include his widow and two sons. In Montreal eight people died as a fire swept a three story brick building, with several others injured and three firemen killed.
Melbourne dispatch reports a two day advisory council meeting led by Prime Minister Curtin with New Zealand and United Nations reps. Decisions cover land, sea and air defense for Australia and New Zealand, sea lanes, war supplies, and overseas help with focus on air and sea power, United States likely to be main arsenal in Pacific.
Steve Vasquez, from Bournemouth England January 27, describes a hearty welcome to the AEF in England. He notes Texans and San Antonians among troops, praises American resolve, and observes wartime unity touching locals including Norwegians and Belgians. He reflects on home awareness of war hardships and praises American hustling spirit.
Government officials in Melbourne said they would seek voluntary cooperation from liquor dealers before adopting stricter national security measures. They proposed restricting large bottle sales and limiting hours of liquor sales in hotels if voluntary steps fail.
The Admiralty announced that an Axis tanker was torpedoed in the English Channel last night. British forces engaged Axis craft briefly. one British motor torpedo boat sustained minor damages. The extent of damage to Axis vessels could not be ascertained.
San Antonio Tech announces a new series of practical evening school courses for defense, business, and home needs. Principal EB Trautz says the short, intensive classes will meet present-day demands with registrants showing strong interest Monday. Courses include radio, language, mathematics, homemaking, public health, and mechanics, with adult Negro programs at Phyllis Wheatley High, Douglas Junior, and practice cottages at 1896 East Houston Street and 2610 East Houston Street.
Attorney General Francis Biddle urged a broad war service by lawyers in an address to the American Bar Association delegates. He said the bar can aid soldiers and postwar readjustment, protect civil liberties, and provide legal aid to thousands of men entering the armed forces. Delegates planned a two day session on a program for the legal profession in the nation’s war effort.
President Roosevelt nominated LeBaron of Hawaii as associate justice of the Hawaiian supreme court to succeed Samuel B. Kemp. LeBaron has served as a judge in the Hawaiian circuit courts. The president also nominated Carrick Hy Huck of Hawaii to take LeBaron’s seat on the circuit court.
Obituaries note Nathan Harria 36 of 18 West King’s heliway died at a local hospital. Services at McCollum-Murray Funeral Home Tuesday at 4 pm. burial in Pylselan parish under Bar Antonia lodge No. 1078 auspices. Survivors include widow Mrs Bennie Harris and relatives in San Antonio. Maria Guadalupe Lopez 66 died Sunday. survivors include daughter Dayli G. Lopes and others. services Tuesday 10 am at Mare Unez-Orthy Funeral Home with rites at Our Lady of Scaadalope church, interment at Flan Fernanda cemetery No. a. Armin Stautzenberger 67 died at home on Look Out Road Saturday. Services Monday 10 am at Tete Funeral Home with requiem mass at Selrin Cathollo church. burial at Selma Catholic cemetery. Survivors include sons Gens and Ed, daughters Ida Wenzel and Clara Kratt, multiple relatives across Selma and San Antonio, 29 grandchildren.
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