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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1940
Page
1
A summer-like spell ends as sleet flurries and rain sweep San Antonio regions. Temperatures plunge to near freezing Wednesday night with frost likely in the morning. Highs struggle to reach the mid thirties Tuesday, while north winds ease Thursday for a warmer, clear day. Snow curried as far south as Central Texas during the cold spell.
Kansas City report says Murray a former Missouri WPA administrator and Boss Tom Pendergast ally was found guilty of federal income tax evasion. Judge Albert Teevee noted he failed to pay 4577.28 in back taxes on 69697 dollars. The defense claimed money came from Pendergast and John J. Prendergast for favors.
Oklahoma City dispatch reports Gov Leon C Phillips prepared to mobilize National Guard to secure martial law at the Grand River dam project amid a funding dispute. He authorized reimbursements tied to state lands and assets as GRDA clashed with Public Works over inundation risks. Washington commentary noted sharp retorts from authorities about federal involvement.
Washington reports a senate judiciary subcommittee backed a controversial anti-lynching bill by a 5 to 1 vote. Chair Van Nuys said the measure would move to the full senate for consideration, with southern states signaling resistance.
An inmate at the asylum, 38, transferred to the criminal insane ward after brain infection from sleeping sickness. He mutilated himself then severed an artery and bled to death, under care of Superintendent Dr Evans and HNL.
S W Seale, Harlandale Independent School District superintendent, was re appointed by trustees Wednesday, with his contract renewed for the year. Also reelected were J C Richardson Ben Holden and De 1, terms expiring this spring.
F H Spencer business manager of the basca of entomology in Washington will be in San Antonio Monday to address members of the West U S department of agriculture club WC Dye tub fnd Weel- Wesday.
Wright Field officer Clark N. Piper a 1934 West Point graduate and Paris Texas native was killed Tuesday when his single seater pursuit plane crashed in a field five miles northeast of Dayton Ohio He had been stationed at Wright Field since 1936 The accident prompted an N D E inquiry and official notices at Wright Field.
San Antonio and the valley forecast calls for frost and sun with a tendency toward warmer conditions. Moderate to fresh southeasterly winds diminish tonight with temperatures around 64 in the day and 46 at night. Wednesday will bring highs near 64 and lows near 46, with a warming trend continuing into Thursday and Friday. Above freezing will prevail in most areas except the far north and along the border, with cooler mornings around 40 to 44 in places and a high near 87 on Thursday.
Actress Ginger Rogers received an interlocutory decree of divorce after testifying that Lew Apres deserted her in 1936. The ruling was granted by default, with the parties named in the Los Angeles filing.
Frank J. Wilson of the U.S. Secret Service will speak on the NBC network via the National Broadcasting System about Know Your Money. The broadcast will be carried by Stilion WFAA in Dallas.
In a stormy Commons session Trevelyan Hore-Belisha demanded a formal debate on Britain's conduct of the war, denouncing government policy over Finland's capitulation to Russia. Chamberlain refused an immediate full debate while indicating Britain could consider further aid.
Amid a bleak Finnish defense, leaders resign as Moscow presses for peace. President Kyosti and Marshal Mannerheim face upheaval while Britain and France offer troops. Finland bows to heavy Soviet demand, criticizing lack of arms and support, with a grim caution for future security.
March 1 Weslaco explosion injures and kills Esther Turner as gas cylinders ignite from a pilot light in a salesroom. Five appliances damaged in the blaze causing about 8500 damage, investigators say a valve blew under gas pressure while a demonstration range was in use.
Fighting Finns set needed Hess amid Karelia front talks of a cease fire. Major generals announced armistice terms at 11 a m as heavy fighting dwindled. Report notes fatigue and longing for rest among troops while authorities review leadership and tactical posture.
Fragmented dispatch reports German joy over a peace arrangement with Finland amid battle lines with the Soviet Union. Wry commentary suggests tone favors Axis visibility, noting leaders and terms discussed in Moscow and Western reports.
A district court schedule shows a preliminary hearing for the Shook City suit set for April 1. The document, though partially garbled, indicates references to involved parties and court divisions, with no additional dates clearly stated.
A deadly twister swept from Shreveport into Texas causing dozens injured and at least 13 dead. HomesDestroyed include 500 in Shreveport, with losses totaling over 1 million at major plants Libby Owens Ford and state damages around 100 thousand. Barksdale Field suffered minor damage as guards were called to control looting and search efforts continued.
Unclear text reports a gunman killing a British national in India with several officials injured. The incident occurred in London and involved multiple named figures and political entities, including a former Bombay governor amid a broader security crisis.
Temperatures plummet across Texas as cold fronts move in. Gusty winds sweep southward through the state, with Dallas and Panhandle regions forecast to dip into the 20s. Snow and sleet are reported in some areas, and travel advisories warn of slick roads as bitter weather moves in from the northwest. Localities from Dallas to Laredo report plunging temps and wintery conditions.
A Midland area investigation reports Abstice Mare hha Gordan dushin charged with burglary and related offenses. Texas investigators led by Martelle McDonald say Bishan waived examination and posted bond at $000. Jerry Sadie of the rail board commission traveled to Midland for inquiry and criticized the visit highlighting safety concerns.
Eastern rail officials press a plan to reduce freight and passenger fares. The measure targets lower costs per mile and faster schedules to attract riders and improve service. Officials say the proposal would shift revenue to maintain operations and modernize corridors.
A terse digest from the Associated Press spans Helsinki declaring war ends with a final bow to Russian demands and blame on Allies for lack of aid. Moscow announces broader military and economic terms, Parliament must ratify the treaty as fighting ceases around 3 a.m. Central. London frets Balkan trouble amid capitulation fears. Berlin and Stockholm react with relief and Finland’s defense implications. Rome notes frontier fortifications including the German border.
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