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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1941
Page
1
The piece rails at shifting U S war policy from neutrality to aid to England and convoys, urging clear government stance. It cites Ex-President Hoover, public polls, and a frustration with frequent policy pivots, calling for decisive leadership and a continued New Deal spending line.
In Vichy France Admiral Darian Darlan tells the French people that Germany did not ask him to surrender the fleet and asserts France will never hand over sovereignty. He cites France choosing between life and death and backs Marshal Petain. Roosevelt reshuffles army leadership and names new chiefs as allied forces report Mediterranean naval actions.
The National Congress of Parents and Teachers voted today to hold its 1942 convention in San Antonio in May. The announcement was made by A Horton.
A fragmented listing shows the Tipien Orchestra program set for Friday May 3 at 8:30 PM at the Sunken Garden Theater. The page notes numerous musical pieces and performers including Spain memories and Mama Yo Quiero, with several garbled names and titles.
Berlin reports German submarines sank 110 900 tons of British shipping in the Atlantic. The high command says ace submarine commander Guenther Prien is missing after his last raid, with British and German sources providing conflicting notes on his fate.
In Bicknell Indiana panhandle mine disaster, 14 miners killed by an explosion. Seventeen others working at the same level escaped, emerging to the surface through a 2 1/2 mile route after the blast last night. Rescuers reported bodies burned, with timbers and debris hindering efforts. Mothers and wives wept as bodies were recovered.
Thundershowers expected to return with scattered activity in the area. Weather officials say skies will remain partly cloudy with humidity elevated. High Friday near AG degrees, then cooler Saturday around BS degrees. Friday morning low was 10 degrees.
London dispatches report British officials express belief U boats are patrolling wet westward of the U S naval area. The statements come as authorities note persistent threats despite overall improving port conditions. The death of Austin, 75, a maker of Ausbury, is reported in a separate line.
Flying Cadet Doin Hendrie learns of his father’s death and is offered a place on a plane by Brigadier General Rush A. Lineal at Randolph Field. General Linton pilots the sortie with Captain M. Young as co pilot and the plane heads toward the home airfield.
Mayor Maury Maverick left his hospital room for a brief period Friday morning to inspect City Hall with his official staff. He remains under observation and expects to remain in the hospital several more days.
New York May 23 British broadcast reported King George of Greece stating a raid occurred on the island of Crete. The broadcast quoted the monarch saying Greece understood the action related to Crete and involved the island in ongoing tensions.
Miss Mildred Baskin after 28 years as principal at Bonham Elementary and 55 years in the San Antonio school system retires this year. W. Voss leads Typewriter S2lex and 3 cvice company, winning sales contest for Victor Adding Machine and offering a free plane to Chicago.
Washington May 23 INS A Dies committee hearing exposed Communist influence in government. Investigators Mary Spargo and Hazel Huffman testified defense industries and top officials were crawling with Communists. Ickes denied evidence and cautioned against baseless accusations, noting no charges against the Interior department. Continued.
In Levelland, Sheriff Hofacker arrested a 20-year-old youth after an informant led to the seizure of about 24 thousand dollars taken from Levelland First National Bank. The masked bandit entered, tied up staff, and fled with cash. the informant disappeared soon after. The suspect is held in Levelland jail as district attorney prepares charges.
London reports fierce hand to hand fighting at Candia and Retimo on Crete with German attempts to land via sea repelled by British naval and air actions. Greek troops and Allied forces strive to blunt the Nazi push as air landings continue and Maleme remains a focal point despite counterattacks.
Fragments show a weather forecast for San Antonio and nearby areas with mentions of mostly cloudy skies, possible thundershowers on Friday and Saturday, moderate easterly winds, and typical May temperatures. The text includes garbled data and inconsistent temperatures, referencing highs around mid 80s and a low near 70, along with past records and coastal wind notes.
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