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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 19, 1944

Page

3

Dies to Reply To Winchell In Broadcast Controversy

A Washington reporter covers the uproar over radio host Burns Dies replying to Walter Winchell on the air. The controversy centers on free speech and broadcasting standards as lawmakers and station sponsors weigh the implications for press conduct and public discourse.

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State Land Sale Slated In Austin Amid Unclear Details

A state land sale is planned with bids to be accepted on a date not fully clear in the fragmented notice. Officials referenced include Commissioner Bassam Giles and county authorities, with sale terms covering parcels described by the document. The notice mentions a four year term and a plan to sell by iteration, but the specifics are obscured by garbled OCR.

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Marine Sinks Ship at Rabaul Harbor

A Royal Marine torpedo squadron claims sinking a 6000-ton Japanese cargo ship in Rabaul harbor after a low approach from the west. Maj. Coln. 2 reports the vessel dropped quickly beneath the water as a delayed fuse bomb detonated near the side, with sight obscured by mountains.

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Offenders Listed Near San Antonio Area Addresses

A rough OCR fragment lists numerous names with street addresses in the San Antonio region and nearby areas. It includes individuals such as Mimi Beach in Florida, William K. Byrom, Peter M., Gurney S., and others, with scattered street names and cities like Mexco, East Ques, and East White Avenue. The text appears to be a partial roll or notice of officers or residents, but details are unclear due to corruption.

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Ickes Orders Record Oil Output Increase

Petroleum Administrator Ickes orders a net daily oil output rise to 4,770,000 barrels with a higher certified production rate in the United States. The move targets an all-time high production level across major oil regions during March.

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Sealed Fundraiser For Crippled Children And Adults

A chaotic, OCR damaged item outlines a charity sale linked to a crippled children and adults program. It mentions donors, a community committee, and a hospital ward fund, with unclear names and places. The piece references a Fauley seal sale and a Hobart hospital ward drive as part of fundraising efforts.

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Production Held Means of Paying Debt

A New York speech by Vice President Wallace urged federal action to support small independent producers and national income growth. He outlined four policy pillars: direct government aid to viable small firms, stockpiling by private banks, restoration of modern industry practices, and reform of patent and tax systems to encourage broad national investment and growth.

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Post-War Topics At San Antonio Women's Club

The S A After War Women's Club will host a discussion on post war planning and price control at Lae Business and Professional Women's early event connecting with St Antiny Taotel. Tuesday features Waller McAllister, chair of the Bexar county enkos hoend, and Mrs Alex Lyndis of the Texas Worner's Press, in a talk on post war planning for San Antonio and TR state.

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Blind Aan Fastest Rifle inspector

A fragmented report from Chicago outlines Robert Riley, 21, described as one of the fastest rifle inspectors in the ordnance district. The text notes Riley can break down and reassemble a weapon in six minutes, with each firearm comprised of 52 parts, aided by a German shepherd named Gog during long shifts.

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Nonchalant Japs Warned of Air War Tactics

A wartime dispatch reports Japanese warnings about Allied air raids as the United States warns that air bases in Southwest China are under threat. The Imperial Air Force is described as quacking at targets while Japan plans to defend with new long range bombers. Officials say sirens will ring in Japan and that Japan is building airfields in China to deter Allied attacks. The report notes increased naval supply and transport activity from India, with higher fuel and munitions movement.

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Fox to Play Own Songs in Recital

Oscar J. Fox a noted composer and organist will present a recital of his own works at Saint Marys chapel in San Antonio. The event features soprano Betty Chase Robinson and bass J Robinson with military and local musical staff assisting as the program highlights Foxs compositions.

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Casualties Lieut Pierce Former SA Man Killed in Action

Reported casualties include Lieut Pierce, a former South African serviceman, killed in action. The Southwest portion notes Martus E. Wimer of San Antonio received a letter from Pierce’s mother Mrs Myrtle Pierce of Osher, Iowa. Also reported is Lt Downie, 25, of San Antonio, killed in the January 26 bomber crash near Wendover Utah, with mourners learning of the loss Saturday. Downie had ties to Washigton and Lee and the University of Texas, and his wife Mary Dever Downie survives him along with his parents and brothers. A memorial service is planned at The First Presbyterian Church next week.

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Estimates of 1944 Income Tax Payers Line Up Monday

Federal income tax payers will line up at the office of internal revenue Monday for making related 1944 taxes. Deadline on April 15. The sample shows those who must file, including married taxpayers not living with spouse or head of a family, and those who are unsure if they qualify.

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Need of More Scouts Cited by Red Cross Field Scout Executive

An appeal from Leonard H. Bower to expand scouting to more boys reached M N Leannett Saturday. Butler noted the benefits of scouting for Latin American boys in San Antonio and how scouting skills aid in modern life and wartime effort. The piece discusses Red Cross work, wartime salaries, and income withholding rules for 1944 as explained by Harry C. Russ Sey, deputy collector in charge, Internal Revenue Office in San Antonio.

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Concert Artist to Conduct School at Trinity University

Dr Harold Batter and Mrs Bauer organize a school concert at Trinity University from March 2 to April 5 inviting music teachers and pupils from public schools. Bauer will present a lecture and performance at the event.

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World War 4-H club plans market tour in San Antonio

The 4-H club in Gonzales will visit Say Banumi Tuesday for an investors marketing tour of the San Antonio central market. Fred Elliott and company will accompany Mr or Mrs Sroap.

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