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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 11, 1941

Page

4

Roosevelt Urges Speedy Action on Ant inflation Tax Plan

President Roosevelt pressed for rapid consideration of a major ant inflation tax program. House committee members signaled delay, citing need for price controls and defense funding. Doughton affirmed temporary deferral of the treasury plan.

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Bitterness Ends as United Daughters Open Convention

In Los Angeles the United Daughters of the Confederacy opened its forty-ninth annual convention with President General Mie Chinries Bol Hag of Richmana Va declaring bitterness of the Civil War has disappeared. She noted a united country and a Southern response to national service calls. Mrs. S. D. Wright of Newbury, S. 0., was announced as the candidate to succeed Mrs. Bolling who has served two terms.

Los Angeles United Daughters of the Confederacy Aepal Mie. Chinries Bol- Hag Richmana D. Wright Newbury Candidale Bolling

Toll of Axis Ships Grows in Mediterranean Engagement

November 1 action in the Mediterranean leads to confirmed losses for Italy with three destroyers sunk and two badly damaged. British reports add that ten Axis transport ships were sunk or damaged in a broader engagement, as remnants of the Halton escort were pursued by submarines.

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Willkie Addresses Poles on Airplane Output and Liberty

In a shortwave message to Poland on its Independence Eve, Willkie says the United States and Britain are increasing airplane production beyond Germany and its allies and will triple output within a year. He urges Polish bravery against degradation and poverty and argues Allied propaganda portrays an incorrect view of Allied unity and naval victories. He closes by urging liberty and resilience.

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Officials to Attend USC Luncheon

High ranking generals and county officials will attend a United Service Organization luncheon. Principal speaker will be Bill Well of New York. The guest list includes military and civic leaders, with arrangements coordinated by Herman Ochs. A morale program educational tour is described.

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Thailand Fears Japan War Escalation in War Time

Bangkok dispatch reports Thailand fears a widening conflict as Japan confronts Britain and the United States. The Bangkok newspaper Brik tung notes rising likelihood of a broader war and urges the government to be prepared for worst.

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Nose Broken In Collision At Taft Boulevard Hospital Street

John Bletchrey of 114 Taft boulevard sustained a broken nose and facial cuts after a coupe collided with a two ton truck near Flores and Brepadan streets at night. Driver Venor Petrie 43 of 211 West Sheridan Street suffered injuries. Howard Byars 43 of 202 Victoria Street had abrasions in a separate crash on Santa Clara. Anne Bell Achpeler 31 of 1613 Egsadene Street sustained lacerations and internal injuries when her car collided with another at Elmear dost and Donaldson avenues. Elmer Myffett 16 of 838 Queen Annes Court was the other driver.

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New Kelly Center Passes Busy Day

The Kelly Center near San Antonio observed Armistice Day with a busy schedule. About 183 cadets were expected Wednesday while more than 400 early arrivals were received. Cadets will get preliminary instruction at the replacement center before starting their flying training at elementary flying schools. A blotter at The Light Went Ad counter on Broadway and Fifth is free.

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Camp Bowie Open House Drawing Large Local Guest List

San Antonio Light reports 265 enrolled for a Light Sponsored trip to Camp Bowie with 34 more signing up. Brig. Gen. Walker will host guests and families for an inspection, concert, and meals as plans form for travel by auto, bus, or rail to the Texas camp open house on November 16.

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Mail Delivery Routes Extended in City Area

Postmaster Dan Quill announced extended mail service from the San Asi stenio pass office including the 400 block of Chadwall street and the 100 and 200 blocks of Frost street. House to house delivery will be made daily on Chadwell Street with curb box service widened on Frost Street.

San Asistenio Pass Chadwall Street Frost Street Dan Quill Chadwell Street Sbve Frest Street

Credit Men Set Meeting in San Antonio Chapter

The San Antonio chapter of the Federal Credit Union Section of the Texas Credit Union League will hold a meeting at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Gunter Hotel. Speakers are J. E. Blomgren and Baul Mills. The event includes a dinner in the hotel cafeteria, followed by conference sessions in the Oriental room with demonstrations and slides on defense program topics and credit unions’ roles. Members of credit unions may attend.

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Great Call on Steel Plants Cited by FDR

President Roosevelt declared no single industry bears a heavier burden than steel as he praised the sector for backing the war effort. Willem S. Knudsen, head of the Office of Production Management, outlined plans to coordinate steel output with executives to meet 1942 needs and defend the nation.

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No Assault But It’s Battery Case In Riverside District

A theft report lists battery style assault as ruled in a Pacific Finance lot on Broadway. Batteries were taken from a referenced vehicle area. Riverside elementary site on School Street saw theft of an electric cash box reported by Mrs Burak Williaminon, a police patrol assistant.

Phieyea Tanstala Pacific Finance Company P Tapark

Women Plan Roll Call Aid by 100 Workers

Residential districts will be visited by 100 women workers starting Wednesday to aid Red Cross relief. Frank Gittinger names North and South divisions with distinct chairmen Arnest L. Brown and Mrs Han Loustauiel. The effort targets 3,25h quota members across 153 sores under county leadership with solicitors in multiple districts.

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Weather Shapes Flier Comfort and Turbulence

An aviation feature explains how weather drives cabin comfort and turbulence ahead of cold fronts. Instructor Elgyn Brown notes frequent turbulence before fronts, while pilots avoid cold events to spare passengers. Observers discuss air pockets as a misconception and describe wind patterns seen as lines of moving air.

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RAF Pounds Sicily and Southern Italy Raid Report

Cairo dispatch reports RAF attacks on Sicily and southern Italy focusing on Augusta submarine base Messina power plants and Naples freight yards. The operation followed a Royal Navy victory with seven merchant ships and two destroyers lost. Also notes the death of Bishop Gardner Tucker at Mobile Alabama.

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Slayer Fails in Escape Attempt and Murder Trial

The report outlines a failed escape attempt by Slayer and subsequent legal proceedings. It notes the involvement of four armed deputies, indictments, and the looming third trial for life murder related to the tainted case of Joseph Calloway.

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British Relief Yule Cards Ready and Distributed

British relief efforts announce Christmas cards ready for dispersal under the War Belief society headquarter notices. Temps pecans mentioned. Mrs Von Pun reported. In Washington on November 11, Paraclos Texga Independent School District will get 17,790 dollars in federal funds to support maintenance and operation of schools due to heightened defense education needs. federal works agency released the information yesterday.

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