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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1943
Page
6
A fragmented diary piece recalls 1920s social code on gentlemanly conduct and ladies, debating whether public displays of affection and escorting should bow to modern behavior. The author contrasts past etiquette with present practice and notes generational shifts in propriety and social ostracism.
Local officials prepare a report on park commission activities amid unclear outcomes. The meeting agenda lists Keller and other attorneys, with references to unnamed stakeholders and projected figures. No firm dates or definitive actions are clearly identifiable in the fragmented text.
The War Department lists 1252 American prisoners of war captured in the Philippines. Readable names from San Antonio and vicinity include Private Martin Berlanga and Sergeant Valentin Gavito among others, with family addresses noted in Browerville and Laredo.
Workers Farm employees at the Normnoyle ordnance depot organize a payroll deduction scheme to buy war bonds. Capt Albert Hoffenbury leads the effort with a weekly 18 stamps per worker plan exchanging for $50 bonds. Pledges support British, Spanish, and local workers, with daily purchases routed through the personnel office and bond club, aiming for substantial cash proceeds.
A garbled notice indicates McAskill will be sworn in as a city official at a meeting in City Hall on Thursday or Monday, per Secretary Hel O'Brien. The article mentions Mayor Gye B. Mauelinonh and a future meeting to discuss staff changes, including adding 20 more firemen.
Auction notice invites bids for scrap metal in multiple lots. Inspections scheduled before bids close at 2 p.m. March 19. Property available for viewing prior to submission.
Vernon Merris, a Bandera County deputy, died of a heart attack at his home Sunday. He served in the Don Sun field and was praised for his stern stance on crime while claiming self defense in a prior case. Military retirees and service leaders noted his long career and local honors.
A fatal crash and multiple injuries occurred as vehicles collided near 608 South Ro, leaving one dead and several hospitalized. Eyewitness accounts name Eddie Relsinson of Shreveport among the injured. others include Hoy Morkles and passengers Morales, Kayili, Laas, Tekey, and Hartle. Hospital reports list Albert Green and Pets Hiwing among the wounded after the wreck near South Tavern Street.
The Federal Home Loan Bank Administration reports a drop in the estimated building costs for February. The February figure, above February 1992 levels, reflects costs for materials, labor, compensation, overhead, and a builder's 10 percent profit.
A Knights of Columbus council plans to organize a blood donor group with about 120 members. Sam Liberto, council leader, spoke about the effort and the group's aim to boost local donations amid ongoing community health needs.
Vehicle crash near Brazos and Ruy injures Jordan with leg and elbow damage while a rider and two other passengers suffer various injuries. The scene involved Mick Perez and a 49 year old man. one rider was treated for a left ankle injury. Police report indicates a crash occurred prior to transport to a medical facility.
A man identified as Danie Goksider jailed after a beating on Salinas Street near Chavez. The injured victim, Hee Sun-Way, was taken to Robert J. Green Hospital in serious condition by police.
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