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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 30, 1944

Page

2

Oklahoma Speech Backfires in Roundup of 1944 Politics

The piece reports on Oklahoma and Texas political maneuvering as Democrats claim Pappy Daniel’s Oklahoma radio remarks backfired while GOP strategists shift focus to foreign policy. It notes voting strength projections, poll tax figures, and party realignments ahead of the wartime 1944 election, with references to Wherry, ALP, Roosevelt support, and soldier voting deadlines.

Texas George J. Bhoppard Harris County Dallas Ship Une Roosevelt ALP New York

Deens Kidney Aid Promises Quick Relief

An old advertisement-like text touts Deen’s remedy for backache leg pains and kidney issues. It claims dangerous toxins in the blood and promises painless relief, claiming a package of remedies unseen for over 40 years and urging purchase for rapid healing.

Nature Peta Apollo

Washington Roundup Solon Quits for Army Privates

Washington roundup notes Rep Domengeaux D La resigns from the House to enlist as a private in the army. He previously disclosed selling draft rights. The piece touches on critiques of executive overreach and legislative limits, with stray mentions of the World Calendar, Easter dates, and tax timing debates amid a recess and upcoming measures on shore works and taxes.

Washington Lhs Domengeaux House of Repreventatives Louis Ginkressman Fk Coveapues Iine Dent Ty Deparkire Agmin Resuiblicane Congress Senate Tesalutawa

Schedule changes update for Sunset Route trains

Western timetable adjustments announced by J F Sullivan traffic manager Texas Louisiana overland service westbound Train No 4 from San Antonio departs 4 10 p m now and eastbound Train No 2 leaves 4 08 a m replacing 4 15 a m schedule.

Geveral Souther Pacific Fl Paso New Orleans San Antonio J. F. Sullivan Prssenter Texas-Louisiana Brn

Texas GOP Men Puzzled By Meet

Republican leaders in Texas denied any official Dewey gathering after reports of a San Angelo meeting. Key figures including Judge McDowell and Mrs Medea refuted claims of an organized conclave with 32 state committee members attending, while some supporters pushed Dewey as Roosevelt’s challenger.

K. McDowell al Deltie Dewey San Angelo Roosevelt Ol State Committees Judge McDowell

Convention Surprise as Austin Wins State Convention Bid

The state executive committee selected Austin as the convention site by a 25 to 11 vote, surprising San Antonio which had been favored. Mayor Maverbany noted hotel promises for 3000 attendees, while officials said the committee meeting was dominated by women who preferred Austin for central access and accommodation.

Orhcials Une Micelina Maverbany Aistin San Antonio Minera Alter Len Covennar Brovenson Canmttine Mayer Ajinny Levis Ant Tom Saier Aystiy Ware Austin Miller Mauernmin Ateff

Opposition to Better Schools State Unified

The Better Schools ticket faces three vacancies on the school board as A C Loyd withdraws for health reasons. He will back independents George Tucker Tom Blue and Mrs Charles Murphy while opposition lines form around opponents of the American Federation of Teachers. Voters prepare for a Saturday election with little campaigning as Tucker notes the campaign is effectively over. William Arnold of the Weekly Dispatch says labor support for Loyd shifts to Tucker.

Better Schools Baturley A. C. Loyd Hie George Tucker Tom Blue Charles Murphy UNION Nan Packer Randle Taylor FF. A. Winters O. E. Latimer Tre American Federation of Teachers San Antonnio William Arnold Im Weekly Dispatch Loyd Mir Theker Tucker

Four From .A. in Chickasha Okla. Hospital Casualties

The Borden General Hospital at Chickasha Oklahoma lists four soldiers from Texas area as overseas casualties. Named are Pte Lowe E Gonzales of San Antonio. Technician Claus Woodraw W Livingston of Route 9. Technician Ernest A Stautzenberger of East Lubbock Street. Pvt Haven R Trevino of McNeary Street. Additional privates include Third Class Altre G Cord gay of Floresville. Pvi Geoter Self of Raymondville. Pvt Wa evel L Gurrell of Yoakum.

Batanvermans Texas Borden General Hospital Chickasha Okla San Antanians Lowe E. Gonzales South Brazee Street Claus Woodraw W. Livingston Techniciatt Ernest. A. Stautzenberger East Lubbon Street Gad Fyt Haven R. Trevino McNeary Atrvet Altre G Cordgay Floresville Geoter Self Raymondville Pvt L. Gurrell Yoakum

L A Tax Office Reports March Collections Rise

City Tax Commissioner Alfred Callaghan celebrated his birthday as reports showed March license and dues collections near 96,000 above February. The office had already collected 46,004 in taxes and 901,504.47 in byleriges and dues for March compared with 55,805.53 in February.

Alfred Callaghen Unti Callaghan

Navy Man Injured in Fire at Alameda Base

Trinidad Paca a 23 year old aviation machinist mate from San Antonio was injured Wednesday when a navy medium bomber caught fire at Alameda Naval Air Station California. The men were trapped inside the plane as it burned and exploded fuel sparked by a fuel tank. Dudley J. Janes from Brownwood, another aviation machinist mate, was also injured and a civilian worker was killed.

Trinidad Paca San Antonio Navy Alameda California Dudley J. Janes Aviation Brownwood

OPA Plans Record Check in San Antonio District

Manufacturers of building materials and consumer goods in the San Antonio district will face a full records audit by the OPA within two weeks of notice. District enforcement officer William P. Robbins says the review is part of a nationwide compliance effort and will exclude apparel makers. A later price spot-check is planned across the 80 counties.

San Antonio OPA Wiliam P. Robbins

New Training Course Offered By Local University Partners

A new free tuition war training course offered by Si Marys University in collaboration with the University of Texas will open for registration April 5 at the downtown college, 113 College Street. Beginning April 10, lectures will be held Mondays and Wednesdays from 7 to 8 p.m. for 16 weeks. No laboratory or university credit, but a certificate will be awarded on successful completion.

Electronic Instruments Si. Mary's University University of Texas College Street

Jefferson Students Build Radio Station

Jefferson High School students set up WIR to give broadcasting experience and entertain the student body. The Jefferson Radio Club operates the station, with programs not for outside listeners but regular transmissions reach parents and friends within two to three miles.

Thomas Jefferson High School WIR The Jefferson Radio Club Regilar Ure Jlonerk

Nazi Air Ace Wilke Shot Down in Europe Clash

London March 80 The German high command acknowledged the loss of Colonel Wilke one of its top air aces in a Western Europe air battle. Wilke claimed to have shot down 17 Dinanes in prior engagements as Allied forces press the air war.

London Wilke Europe

Palestine Tense as End of White Paper Term Nears

Jerusalem report on eve of white paper expiry notes armed Jewish and Arab groups clash risk and the British aim to avert violence. Curfew, death penalties, and renewed terrorism fears amid storms and disrupted transit. immigration limits linked to 1944 quotas stir regional tensions.

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Air WAC Program Honors Red Cross at Open Air Event

Air WAC program honors the Red Cross with an open air showing at AlAmo plan at 7 15 p m Thursday. Three movies on Red Cross work will be shown after an exhibition by the Junior Yanks rum and buh corps. Speakers include Mrs E P Acneson and Capt. Robert Ruch a decorated bomber pilot who has flown missions to the Mediterranean area.

Red Cross Rum Buh Corps E. P. Acneson Robert Ruch Mediterranean Arca

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