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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 02, 1949

Page

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Clash in Jerusalem and Bethlehem Truces Tested

In a brief clash near Jerusalem and Bethlehem, Israeli forces and Arab fighters exchanged fire under the Jordan armistice terms. Sirens alarmed the Holy City, residents sought shelter, and an all clear followed two hours later. An Israeli spokesman said the incident did not affect relations with Transjordan.

Tel Aviv Isaeli Jerusalem Bethleem Holy Transjordan Israel Frans Jordan Howyer Trans-Jordan Arab Legion Legion Trans

Parachutes Recovered by Mexican Customs Officers

Six parachutes last in transit from Trenton New Jersey to Mexico City for repair were found in Mexico by customs officers. Lieutenant Guillermo Ramos Gomez announced at the Mexican consulate in San Antonio that he tracked the shipment after a cross border call. The chutes had not reached the intended Mexican school and were located two months after departure.

Trenton N. J Mexico City Mexico Guillermo Ramos Gomez San Antonio

Cloak Dagger Tale In Spy Trial Promises Week Two

A spy trial in Washington enters its second week with the prosecution calling nearly 20 FBI agents who shadowed Miss Coplon and her Russian associate Valentin Gubitenev. The government alleges notes on national secrets were found in Coplon’s purse. The defense says Coplon intended no secrets and that meetings with Gubitchev were personal.

FSI Valentin Gubitenev Willl Miss Conton Justice Departiat Gubitchey Miss Coplen Will Descek Gmen Miss Coplon Gubitchev Archibald Pahner

Heights School Merger Urged by Minority Leader

Heights School board faces a deep split as Mrs. Frederick Bieberdorf urges consolidation with the San Antonio School district to achieve harmony and better schools. She argues no counterpoints exist to consolidation, criticizing selfish motives and noting past meetings failed to reach unity under former president W. D. Forrester. She cites ongoing governance clashes and the need to end financial and ideological disputes to serve students.

Sos An Geles Treights Heights Frederick Bieberdorf W. D. Forrester San Antonio Forrester M. B “Red” Barefield Harmony Hopelesss Barefield

Blockade End Awaited in Western Europe Talks

Schuman said an end to the Benin blockade will be announced before week’s end as Paris heads to a London meeting of ten nations. He noted French foreign minister agrees with President Truman that Soviets are sincere in talks, with Soviet and American representatives to be broadened this week to include British and French delegates.

Schuman Paris London Western European Union Tell Netwsmen Pre Truman Benin Indonesia Plymouth Hague Manhattan Island

Weather note from a damaged page segment

Fragmentary weather item with garbled timing and terms. Mentions moon, velocity, precipitation, temperatures, and forecast notes but specifics are unreadable. No clear location or dates can be confirmed.

Dutch Firm On Java Issues

The Hague May 2 The Dutch stand on Indonesia provokes local and international disapproval yet public support remains split. The Dutch insist their colonial role is morally right and essential, warning against abrupt sovereignty and stressing benefits from colonial rule.

Hague Indonesia Hollander Indies Holland United States

New Grand Jury Named Impaneled in Criminal Court

George Wray of 602 Alfa Ave was named foreman of the new grand jury impaneled Monday in Criminal District Court by Judge W W McCrory. Other members include W I Gandy, 331 Indiana St. Hary I Gondmian, 431 Mary Louise Dart. Jamny Tappan, 320 Ridgemont Ave. Carl M Stromberger, 1115 W Magnolia Ave. Daniel Anthony, 447 Linares Ave. George Duning, 255 Halcyon St. Jimmie Dick Ansley, 322 Cardinal Ave. John C Arthur, 1028 W Agarita Ave. Milton Kline, 441 Ave Grae merey Pl. Travis D Bailey, 216 Claywell. E H Austin, San Pedro Ete.

George Wray Alfa Ave Criminal District Court W.W. McCrory Cardinal Ave John C. Arthur W. Agarita Ave Milton Kline Graemerey Travis D. Bailey Claywell E. H.austin San Pedro Ete

Four men rob woman on Brazos and Tam Pity area

Isidra Hernandes, 33, of 1111 IW Martin St, reported being accosted by four men who beat her and stole $7 from her purse. She was found on the ground near South Brazos and Tam Pity by Mr and Mrs Simon and taken to Santa Rosa Hospital.

Isidra Hernandes IW. Martin, St S. Brazos Tampity Sis

Car Trouble and a Stranger Helper

Harlingen resident Wilford Hodge faced car trouble on a highway when friends could not start his vehicle. A stranger offered to assist, climbed in to steer as others pushed, and the motor started. The car then drove away and did not return, prompting Hodge to call the police.

Harlingen Wilford Hodge Sire Hodge

Nothing Faster Beadichés Pain Relief Formula

An article promoting a multi ingredient pain relief product marketed as faster acting. Claims the combination of several popular pain relievers provides greater effectiveness than individual ingredients. Mentions tablets powder and tea form as options and emphasizes quick relief for headaches and muscle pain.

Jose PBC

Texan Killed In AF Plane Crash Near Humboldt Neb

Omaha dispatch reports Private First Class N Oates, 20, of Texas was killed when his air force plane crashed into a swamp near Humboldt Nebraska yesterday. Other details unavailable.

Omaha tBrlemes N. Oates Air Force Humboldt Neb

Consumption totals show March drop in Texas materials

The Bureau of Business Research at the University of Texas reports March consumption totals at six percent below the previous year as part of a broader trend in manufacturing and commerce.

Usity Texas Bureau of Business Research

First Aid to Sore Eyes From a Dazed Note

A patient seeks relief for inflamed itching eyes with soothing ointment. A druggist recommends Promet beer Vor stre and advises gentle care. The text notes a remedy praised by many readers and hints at ointment use for comfort.

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