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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 29, 1941

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Reader letters challenge Lindbergh article in PittsburghNews

A Saturday symposium letter from O. L. Van Meter of Wilmington Pa. criticizes Colonel Lindbergh's military assessment and argues for fact based reasoning. The correspondence references Dr. Exiword Ellery's essay Facts and Fancy and urges readers to seek measurable facts over political opinion.

Pittsburgh R. W. R. Hearst San Simeon Calif Mr. Hearst Sun-Velegraph Lindbergh Eugland Germany Reyson Exiword Ellery Society of the Sigma XY Valladire Anet Ts Tong Foun Firdhi van Meter Claimantes Street WiMstiiegh

Chaos in Belgrade as Yugoslavia severs ties with Axis

Belgrade reports show Yugoslav government moving to expel German nationals and suspend German river traffic while military and police tighten control. Croat leaders debate course as 1.2 million troops stand on southern and eastern borders. Vice premier seeks a full report before acting, amid Nazi pressure and fears of internal disunity.

Belgrade Yugieslavig Legation Epa Permin Yugoslavia Yuggoslav Shikken Itellan C ‘Aacy Tlighys Traila Danune Genera Viktor Vor Germany Italy

Baby Thrives by Tubes in Tummy

A baby born with esophagus and stomach swallowing issues underwent an operation and has thrived post surgery. The child, a fighter of Mr and Mrs J KH Gathon of Santa Rita, MN, was born with an incomplete esophagus and needed tubes to feed. She has progressed well since the operation a week ago.

EL Paso Martel Tng J. KH. Gathon Santa Rita

Tempered Temps On Tap For San Antonio Weekend

Partly cloudy forecast for San Antonio this weekend with East to Southeast winds. Saturday's high near 68, low around 48, Sunday expected to reach about 78 degrees.

Victory Forecast by Admiralty Head

Brighton reports Admiral Alexander predicts the combined English speaking nations cannot be denied victory in the war effort. He asserts the two great Fealist democracies the commonwealth and the United States will not abandon their task until freedom is secured.

Admiralty Brighton England Alexandes Arith Commonwealth United States of America Alexander

London Raid Free for Eighth Night

London reports its eighth raid free night in a row with no major bombing reported elsewhere in Britain. Poor weather over the continent hindered major Luftwaffe sorties, keeping the city in a quiet stretch not seen since last August.

London Lin PR Insb

Greek Air Field and Port Bombed in Greek Southwest

ROMY report says Italian air bombers attacked a Greek air field and port on the shores of Lake Agrinton in southwestern Greece. Italian high command claims hits on Navartina port facilities as artillery exchanges occur on the Albina front amid fighting updates.

Romy Marc Aquadron Agrinton Wrield Lake Greece Stefani Ittian Eeeter Navartina Neokastro Albinis

Marseille Crowd Honors Slain King During Accession Day

The March 19 demonstration in Marseille honored the assassinated King Alexander on the occasion of Young King Peter's accession. Several thousand people laid flowers at a plaque commemorating Alexander’s death seven years ago, as civic ceremony and public sentiment ran high.

Marseille Vichy Marselle Kha Alexander Peter Marc

Police Radio Sets Distance Record

The San Antonio police demonstration of a mobile radio receiver linked to the Texas Highway Patrol in Wichita Paris established a longer distance record for police radios. The broadcast was an experiment to test the range of new mobile equipment designed for emergency use.

San Antonio Texas Highway Patrol Wichita Paris

Tractor Crushes Texas Stockman Tragedy in Wich

A Texas stockman, Frank A. Dawson, 45, was crushed to death yesterday when his tractor suddenly lurched while he was attempting repairs at Willis Point. He is survived by a wife and a daughter. The incident was reported by Maren Wilis during early investigations.

Wilis Point Maren Frank A. Dawson Tris Whiow

Technical Club to Show Film on Modern Air Conditioning Machinery

The San Antonio Technical Club will present a film titled Modern Air Conditioning Machinery. The showing is scheduled for 7:16 p.m. at the Ginter Hotel.

San Antonio

Nazis Watch for Yugoslavia Split

BENLIN March 20 German observers tracked a Yugoslav political split between Croats and Serbs amid anti Nazi demonstrations in Zagreb. The new government took power after a Serb military coup described in Berlin as a Serb move. Croat factions hesitated, while Croats and Serbs face deeper divisions influencing Yugoslavia’s next steps.

Benlin Ode Vers Vinelinkr Zagreb Neperenko Fnr Berlin

Oteel Unions May Yet Revolt In Mediation Tussle

In Washington a mediation board tackles the 22,000 striking workers in key defense plants as OTEEL unions push for higher pay and back-to-work terms. Midwestern plants including Yara Equipment, International Marvels, and Vanadium Corp face union decisions and possible resumption talks. A Bethlehem plant dispute and a large shipyard strike loom amid wage demands and organizing rights.

Associated Pees New Mediatlor Board Washington O.1.o. Yara Midwest International Marvester Company Condenser Corporation South Platofield N.oo Vanadium Corporation Bridgeville G 1. C. Barvestar Midland Strel. Products Company Detroit Universal Cyclopa Steel Corperation Bethlehen Steel Company Bethlenem Tirta G.I. O. Industrial Union of Marine and Shipyard Workers Bebbichan Honoken Eigort Yaris

More Vital Clash Forecast by Gayda

Rome reports a forecast of a more vital clash between text forces and the British empire drawing attention in the Bicchternn em alien. Gayda writes that Italy faces difficulties as defenders of Chevet Eritroo are noted, with strategic tensions rising amid ongoing conflicts and shifting alliances.

Gayda Rome Virginio Gerda Chevet Eritroo

Weather Forecast San Antonio and Vicinity Saturday Warm Outside

Partly cloudy and warmer Saturday across San Antonio and vicinity with light to moderate east to southeast winds. High Saturday around 70, low Sunday morning about 44, high Sunday near 70, low Saturday night around 43. Temperatures compare with 78/17 a year ago. notes varying winds and showers in West Texas and Panhandle regions.

San Antonia Viet Texas Cash West Texas Basihandle Ty Ure Nority

Naval action forced on Romans during Mediterranean battles

British bombers attacked Tallan and damaged Tolanse warships, with cruisers and destroyers reported sunk or damaged. Allied forces clashed with Trajan forces in the Eastern Mediterranean as Greek and Italian fleets engaged. reports describe uncertain outcomes and ongoing naval operations under Admiral Cunningham and key commanders.

Cairo Egypt Tallan 2. A Endive London Admiralty Mediterranean Tesa Coruiact St Andrew Cunningham Trajan Ruaeli Stasvalle

Deputies Seek Extradition For Two Suspects

Two special investigators, Owen W. Kilday and others, head to Sacramento to pursue extradition of Jack A. Rupert and James B. Alford. They are held in a San Andreas jail in connection with the king of Charles Agnew salesmen. Governor W. Lee O'Doniel requested extradition. Sheriff Wilday met with the governor in Austin. Authorities guard the route to prevent escape, taking seals, chains, and padlocks.

Shecit Owen W. Kilday Sacramento Cali Lg Beg Jack A. Rupert James B. Alford San Andreas Sal Charles Agnew San Antonio Aubrey Hopkins Aubrey Davenport W. Lee O'Doniel Wilday Fovernior Austin San Anlatde Rapkina Pinnae

Auto Lightning Strikes Tree Twice Near Castroville Road

A tree at Castroville road and Twenty-fourth street was hit twice by cars Saturday. Police reported a Cadet MM McKnight driving the second strike, with Kelly fied cadets and other cadets referenced in the mishap. Two prior incidents left cadets injured same week.

Castroville Road Twenty-fourth Street Kelly

King Receives U S Envoy for Egypt Ceremony

Cairo dispatch reports United States Minister Alexander Erk presenting credentials to King Tasouk at Abdin Palace. The ceremony featured royal gilded coaches and a guard of policemen as official staff escorted the envoy to the throne room.

U.S Egypt Cairo United States Alexander Erk Tasouk

Nazi Freighter Sails Out in Bold Sea Dash

Santos newspaper reports a German freighter with clearance papers bound for Vindivostok Russia, the 6470 ton Dres Gin stood out to sea shortly before midnight amid a night time effort to avoid Brit rock. The vessel is commanded by Dovane W. Dnegor and carries a crew of 41 aboard. this ship has been in Yarbar since November 1039.

Santos Byagi Youare Vindivostok Rissia Dres- Gin Britta Rock Divane W Dnegor

Anti Nazi Slogans Bring Heavy Fine in Occupied France

In German occupied France, authorities fined 60 000 francs for anti Nazi slogans painted on walls. An order reportedly bans public movement, with residents required to stay indoors on Sundays and at specific hours through April.

Wich Mare France Aurfey

British troop ship bombed near Berlin in raid

In a March 23 report a long range German bomber struck a British troop ship about 426 miles west of Cape Went, forcing sailors into lifeboats as German forces claimed attacks in the Bristol channel and the Mediterranean. Two British freighters were sunk in dive bombing. The German high command said fighter formations hit targets in the Marth region.

Berlin Cape Went Sratland Heelan Etre Wrileafama Bristol Channel High Command Marth Mediterranean

Matsuoka May Meet With Vichy Leaders In March Report

Informed sources say Japanese Foreign Minister Matsuoka could meet with Vichy officials in March while Vice Premier and Foreign Minister Admet may travel to London to discuss security. The report notes possible diplomacy amid wartime arrangements and shifting alliances.

Matsuoka VICHY Sonjrees Prember Nay Jean Dar Inh Boris

Antonescu Quits Rumor Suppresses Romanian Premiership Claim

London dispatch reports Gen Ton Antonescu may have signed as Romanian premier in protest against German contacts. The Associated Press found no confirmation from reliable oboes.

London Reuters Istanbul Today Ton Antonescu Associated Press

Chinese Nation in Reorganization

Chinese government plans a reorganization to increase efficiency with younger leadership and stronger links to global democracies. The move aims to solidify Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek's leadership and modernize the nation.

Chungering Tok- Uspixic sSourees Ching Kat-Shek

Eritrean Front Fighting Near Agmara Reported

Rome March 2 The High Command said the fight continued on the Eritrean front east of Oheren with British forces pressing toward Agmara as Allied troops wage ongoing battle against fascist forces in the area.

Rome Lon High Command Ink Mersey Oheren Whith Brith Sre Agmara

Unclear text names and roles in corporate hearing

fragmentary OCR passage lists individuals and offices, mentioning immigration service director Pat Whalen and others with vague actions. context is a corporate or governmental hearing with mentions of addresses and dates, but details are obscured and not coherent.

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