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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 01, 1949

Page

2

Coal strikes slow economy curb back to work

The piece notes Bethlehem’s furnaces restarting as a four week coal supply drives production. Government mediators eye Washington talks after renewed negotiations with John L. Lewis’s miners. Cleveland Murray invites broader industry action to match Bethlehem settlements.

Bethlehem Washington John L. Lewis Pinion Southern Bluefiela W. Va Cleveland Murray

Corporal Wins Radio Prize for Essay Praise of America

Corporal Earl R. Kimball, age 2008unders eve, claimed fourth prize in the national contest hosted by Americas Speak Up on WOAT. He will receive a 25 U. S. savings bond for his essay praising America.

Reds' Lawyer Raps Bail Denial

A lawyer for 11 convicted Communist leaders assailed the bail denial as a threat to American freedom. The remarks come amid a high profile case as defense counsel argues against pretrial detention and cites civil liberties as central to the dispute.

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Los Pastores in Book Form Published in Spanish English Translation

The work Los Pastores has been issued in book form with Spanish text and extended literal English translations. Pastor Carmelo Tranchese of Guadalupe church dedicated several years to preparing the manuscript. Trevino Brothers Printing Co. and a hand press collaborated over a year on the publication.

Mexico Hev Carmelo Tranchese Guadalupe Church Trevino Brothers Printing Co

Halloween calm in San Antonio with few incidents

Halloween night in San Antonio produced a quiet record with minimal vandalism. Police logged few major events, noting two palm trees burned, hydrants opened, and prankish activity reported. A nursing student was treated after candy was allegedly poisoned, while a police car top was slashed and more petty gambling arrests were made.

San Antonio Grady Padgett Marshall Houseton Lady of the Lake College Hebrew Recreation Center Quincy St Bessie L. Liesman Baptist Memorial Hospital Student Nursing Home Na- Jan St Downing W. Commerceal Salioween Nebraska

Mrs Madsen To Be Arraigned In Brooklyn Slaying

Mrs Yvette Madsen of Brooklyn is to be formally arraigned on murder charges in the pistol slaying of her U S airman husband. District Attorney W F Joimeon said the arraignment will occur here soon. Elmo Gower, her attorney, said the trial could not be held for a month or six weeks due to her condition.

Frankiur Yvette Madsen Brooklyn U. S Dist. Atty W. F. Joimeon St. Andrews Madser Oakland Elmo Gower

Weather Humidity and Temperatures Across Regions

A garbled weather item reports humidity, precipitation, and temperatures for early morning hours. It mentions locations such as Abilene Amarillo Atlanta Boston Shreveport and Portland, with notes on moonrise and daily temperature highs and lows.

Tyee Tubnday P. Thins Tounista Eton Abilene Amarillo Atlanta Ga AuAno Boston Srowhaville

Mexican in Texas Enjoys Brexican Chili Recipe

Roberto de la Boes of Mexico found a Texas chili recipe during a trip to Winters. While stationed at the consular office in St. Louis he told locals he plans to take the recipe home, speaking to about 400 Future Homemakers of America members at a bidistrict meeting.

Winters Texas Roberto de la Boes Mexico St. Louis Homemakers of America

Abusive Officer Suspended Indefinitely in Fredericksburg Case

Police chief Fred Palmer suspended Officer L. H. Gerhard indefinitely after a report said he was discourteous and abusive to Maurice Eugene Underwood of Midway Service on Fredericksburg Road. The memo alleged Gerhard cometerized violence including jerking, slapping, kicking, and threatening to shoot After being angered when Underwood moved a car to service trucks. Gerhard, 30, on force since May 1917, may appeal to the Civil Service Board within 10 days.

L. H. Gerhard Fred Palmer Gerhard Palmer Maurice Eugene Underwood Midway Ius Fredericksburg Rd Underwood Staton Civil Service

Officer Faces More Trouble in Police Scandal

George Kievenhagen, a suspended officer, faces further trouble as police book him on drunkenness, disturbing the peace, and driving while intoxicated. Police Chief Fred Palmer says removal from the force will be sought if charges are proven. Also, two fire department members had neglect of duty charges postponed.

George Kievenhagen Fred Palmer Kievenhagen Fire and Police Civil Service Board Glen O. Hummel Me. Cullaugh Ave Klevenhagen Commerce St. Mary’s Sts Market Cliff Ramehissel Tues Civil Service Board Fire Department Capt E. L. Barry Lee J. Brant Jr

Gulf Dock Union Accepts Hourly Contribution. Strike Averted

Longshoremen at West Gulf coast ports accepted a tenit hourly contribution to a union benefit fund early today and canceled strike plans. AFL union members had threatened a walkout from Take Charles, Louisiana, to Brownsville. J. Z. Dunn, spokesman for the Galveston Maritime assay, said no changes in basic operations will occur.

Lalyessun West Gulf Coast AFL Take Charles Brownsville J. Z. Dunn Galveston

Greek Planes to Attack U. S. Fleet

In Athens on November 1 a squadron of Greek fighter planes will attack the sixth fleet on arrival in Greece tomorrow. Nineteen vessels including the aircraft carrier Leyte will undergo a simulated attack by American trained pilots. The lead pilot is Lieutenant Robert Schexnayder of Houston.

Athens Greece Leyte Helldivers Tne Nays Robert Sehexnayde Houston Texas L. Blackwelder Chariotte

Cold Roo Man Held After Bed Confinement

A 62 year old man was flown to hospital then jailed for health officer hold after authorities say he was chained to a bed in a residence on Chalmers Avenue. Detective John Barrera said entry was gained via a window and no other occupant was found.

Pol Dominendo Garcia Chalmers Ave Robert B. Green John Barrera Barrera Broadway Fifth

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