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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 06, 1944

Page

8

An Kweilin Flight Cameraman Report

ULYDE A FARNSWORTH and LY SCHOW report from An Kweilin describe a delayed flight arrival in America. The 160 mile retreat of 15 Americans under a muddy, wet night shows a convoy breaking through with one flat tire and one engine failure. Convoy leader Norwood Wilenn of Olenta, South Carolina, had served as base commander at Miteollin.

Ulyde A Farnsworth Lyschow Chis Hird Walling West Baylorsstreet San Antonio Cmit Kweilin Yangtang Ider Norwood Wilenn Olenta 8. C Miteollin

Nazis Bombing Blows Up Army Area Near Bologna

Aggressive patrols by Nazis target Allied positions in Ilely while six mortars and heavy bombardment hit the Fifth Army district below Bologna. Weather worsens after weeks of rain, hampering operations as Allied troops hold and maintain front lines near Mount Belmonte and Ronco.

RCMP Tas Cer Ilely Fifth Army Bologna Ronco Nagis Annoy Pitlong Averleans Belmonte

Tamaulipas Heads New Governor elected in Victoria

Pedro Gonzalez was elected yesterday as Tamaulipas governor for a six year term in a vote where Magdatido Aguitar was succeeded. Gonzalez was the sole candidate after five rivals withdrew before the election in Nuevo Laredo and surrounding areas.

Guidad Victoria Mexico Pedro Gonales Ysuthint Nuevo Laredo Adornes

Joe E Brown's Daughter Injured in Auto Crash

Santa Monica Calif Nov 6 Mary Brown 14 years old daughter of Joe E Brown was reported in critical condition at a Santa Monica hospital after an automobile collision Saturday. Cathryn Brown another actor's daughter who was in the car was treated for contusions and lacerations. The crash occurred when the car driven by Bartholomew 20 collided with a vehicle driven by Priddio Bartholomew 20. Bartholomew's grandfather 85 was slightly hurt.

Santa Monica Calif Cynadian Jos EB Brown Highter Mary R. Leklig Cathryn Trown Helty Lea Antor Priddio Bartholomew Bartholomew

Oil News from Goliad County Area Discoveries and Test Drilling

The report covers Continental Oil company activities near Goliad County with several test wells and discoveries. It notes No 4 Pettus, a February 1949 completion, and details flow rates, depths, and well conditions. Additional mentions include No 1 Albrecht and No 40 Lea in nearby fields, describing perforations, choke sizes, and production results amid a broader Gulf region oil boom.

Caren Ceosk Goliad Pettas Og al Tweedi Illex Northweat TAA Teat Linford Poli Itl-Atom Tout Ab Albrecht Farnsdall Milena Narthpwoet Gallat Cummingham Mursey Tango Foot Huilding Mumbie Tunis Gasui Tao Tawney Golnrada Coun Wan Hinning SsCo Drunda

Students for Rainey Back in Classes at University

AUBURN, Nov 8. UT Austin students resumed classes after demonstrations over President Homer P. Rainey. Dr Edmund Heinsohn joined in urging reinstatement via a statewide radio appeal. Governor Slovenson weighs Rainey affair amid resignations and regents turmoil. He defended board appointees as the strongest in years.

Aubtin University of Texas AgGhisLtila Homer P. Rainey Tekin Rainey Fine John Ti, Bickett Jr Dallas H. Hobert Seguin Dan J. Theregion Horuton Ralney IYOW Ex- Srudents Association Neaders Powrd Dr. Rabioy Slovenzon D. F. Strickfard Mission Scott Sehrelver Kerrville Blekett Walnert

Lindale Canning Plant Fire Destroys Facility

Tyler report states Lindale canning factory burned yesterday in a blaze that destroyed the plant and several nearby buildings. The January fire followed a string of similar incidents in the area, raising concerns about safety and economic impact on local workers.

Tyler Roy Little, Texas Linane

Dr A Carrell Dies Foundation Head and Nobel Laureate

Dr A Carrell foundation head and Nobel prize winner associated with early heart and organ transplantation research died yesterday. He helped develop antiseptics with Dakin and, with Lindbergh, worked on a mechanical heart concept and artificial blood circulation.

A. Carrell Carrel Pranca Tay Carrel Foundation Tnes Sainty-Foy-Les-Tison France Caste United States University of Chicago Rocket ‘Feller Institute For Rocket ‘Feller Institute For Medical Resel Tn New York Nobel Frize Carrel and Lindbergh

Spike Bombs Rip Nazi Rails Headline From Air Service Command

Report from Headquarters Air Service Command describes spike bombs used to disable German railway lines in occupied Europe. Col. Philip Schwartz notes design, spike attachment method, and deployment by biplanes, aiming to hinder rail operations and force rail repairs under winter conditions.

AIR Service Command Erg Ind Germany Col Philip Schwartz Britain Schwartz

District Heads Meet at P I A Convention Fort Worth

A convocation of district presidents of the Texas Poverty-Teacher Association will be held in Fort Worth today. Activities include business sessions of presidents and a meeting of the executive committee tomorrow. An all day meeting of the board of managers is planned for tomorrow. The sixth annual Texas Congress of Parents and Teachers convention begins Wednesday and continues Thursday.

Fort Worth Texas Poverty-Teacher Associa Iou Execuive Texas Congress of Parents

Lost 4 ist Battalion saved by Japs in St. dle area

SIXTH ARMY GROUP report details a formed battalion cut off by Germans for a week near the St. dle area. Japanese American troops from the 442 regiment relieved the trapped men, fighting bravantly to reach them on October 29. One 48-man patrol returned with six men after seven days.

Sixth Army Group 424 Cmm St. Dle BRS Maly

Bond Drive Starts in Orange The Wire

Dallas reports bond drive kickoff slated for November 20 in Orange. Nathan Adams, state war finance chairman, hails Consolidated Steel’s Siping division as leading war bond buyers. Orange County records top per capita bond purchases among major war plants. Kickoff rally to be chaired by Orange county leaders DW Meéhen and Orange officials.

Dallas Rh Shelly Wr Texan Orange Nathan Adams State War Finance Committee I Orange America Consolidated Steel Carporetion Federal Treasury Adawhi Orange County Meéhen

Motive Sought In Slaying In Waterbury Case

Police seek motive in the slaying of Mrs. Stephanie Plungis, 24, a potato worker and mother of two in Waterbury. Patrolman Francis Zykeuskie, 34, held on a coroner’s warrant, is accused of shooting Mrs. Plungis at her car Wednesday night. The body was found after her estranged husband notified police of a car fire and bullet damage.

Waterebory Nonn Stephanle Plungis Lwo Middlebury Francs Zykeuskie Bwa Ie Waterbury Thungis Ag Anthony

Motion picture screen promises depth effect

HOLLYWOOD Nov. , vp Ghriatan A. Wall and Lee Angelct claim to have devised a motion picture screen that will convey depth by perceiving dimensions from an outer layer of the coming frame. Wall described the screen as embodying his aim to render three dimensionality, with testing to be demonstrated as soon as possible. He plans to present the invention before the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for evaluation.

Hollywoon Ghriatan A. Wall Lee Angelct Lnventor Annalisced Wall Hme Pringinie Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

Four Ex Governors Vote Straight Democratic Ticket

Four former Texas governors will vote the straight Democratic ticket. Chairman Harry L. Beapald announced last night that he and Kent tulegramy have received replies from Allred, Ross, G. Sterling, Pat Mt. Neie, Mia, Mirlant A. Ferguson, Gan Moody, and WP Sitoiny.

Philippines Defenders to Get Ribbons

The Philippines government announced will award service ribbons to defenders of Corregidor and Bataan for the liberation campaign. The Defense ribbon features a red background with two blue and white stripes and a white star in the center, symbolizing Convaller and Bataan. The Liberation campaign ribbon goes to personnel who spent at least 60 days in the Moan campaign, with a red checked background and blue and white center elements.

Spencer Davis Taclosan Leyte Philippines Corregidor Batson Philippias Convaller Bataan Pepe Philippiines Moan Hon

Condition of Quads Improves in Philadelphia Birth

The Criminello quadruplets show 39 percent survival chances as hospital staff report the boy Michael and girl Kathleen still dehydrated and receiving subcutaneous fluids. Mother Kathleen Chimitello recovers after cesarean,father Jo seph remains at bedside. newborns formerly labeled A B C D are renamed Michael and Kathleen with two others expected new names.

Philadelphia Ralph MM. Tyso Tying-In Hospital Michael Kathleen Cheniuello Micber Papa Joseph Chimitello Gorg Securities and Exchange Bee Olt Tifnella Agy Michael Kathleen Pers Movené Hays

Houston Chronicle Endorses For Roosevelt Recreation

The Houston Chronicle editorial urged re creation of President Roosevelt, stating it is convinced his record warrants a continuation of leadership and plans a campaign stance supporting his tenure and policies.

Houston Koston Chronicle Roosevelt the Chronicle

Notable Call for Roosevelt Backing and Teuman Ticket

A fragmented excerpt urges co creation of Président Roosevelt and the election of Fineton Marry Teuman as vice president, signaling a call for cross party unity and a specific leadership pairing in the nation’s future political landscape.

Roosevelt Fineton Teuman

Cast Your Vote for Quality at Shepherd's Dry Cleaning

In wartime shortages Shepherd's dry cleaning promises quality and economy. They advertise cleaner garments that last longer and look newer, even if the service may take a bit longer than before.

Shepherd's

Lady Esther Face Cream Promises Instant Skin Benefits

An advertisement claims Lady Esther 4-Purpose Face Cream instantly beautifies skin. It suggests a patch test to prove results and promises four effects: deep cleansing, softness, refined pores, and a smooth base for powder, using a dry patch demonstration.

Esther Lady Esther

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