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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 14, 1940

Page

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War and peace hopes in Europe and Asia rise

A reflective column argues that peace in Europe and Asia may be possible if England stays out of the European crisis. It notes Berlin talks as a potential peace or war conference and warns that Britain's stance and America’s entry could shape outcomes, while predicting a long, exhausting conflict with no clear victory.

England Miter Esterderm Ruglanl Ingland Enghuul America Europe

City selects airport site five miles from San Antonio

The municipal airport location near San Antonio was set on a 15 square mile tract five miles from the city center, near Highway 66 North. The purchase price is just over 200 dollars per acre after rejecting an earlier option east of Pratt. A second site of 130 acres was priced at 160 dollars per acre but was dropped by the CAA. Local officials, led by Mayor Maverick, planned a finance meeting at the Gunter Hotel to discuss funding after confirming CAA support.

Str Antonio North Loop Civil Aeronautic Authority Chamber of Commerce Lamarseeligson CAA Pratt Wultger Ridterman Maury Maverick William Steinhardt Jon Cape Stinson Walter Napier Leroy Denman Reagan Houston

Veteran Laredo Official Succumbs

LAREDO veteran city council member Joseph Henry, 03, died at his home last night after a lingering illness. A San Antonio native, he moved to Laredo in 1890 to work with his brother in law A. M. Bruni in hide and wool, later engaged in general merchandise before retirement.

Laredo Joseph Henry San Antonio A. M. Bruni

Merchant Marine Exams in Washington for San Antonio youths

Two San Antonio youths, Robert Black and John W Cameron, join 244 applicants in Washington DC to take examinations for merchant marine cadet appointments. Also testing are William M Ayers of Seguin and other candidates.

San Antonio Abong United States Merchant Marine Washington, D. C San Antonians Robert Black West Laurel Street John W. Cameron West Mul~berry Street William M. Ayers Seguin

Exes of State College for Women Call Meeting at Plaza

The ex-student association of the State College for Women will meet Saturday at the Plaza Hotel. Miss Ina Baker will speak on Christmas Cookery and Miss Frances Gernsbacher will review her French survey conducted by Alertentt Pubve Wellire association in San Antonio.

the State College For Women Plaza Hotel Ina Baker Misa Frances Gernsbacher Alertentt Pubve Wellire Associaion San Antonio

Cold Grip on Texas as November Temperatures Plunge

A deep cold spell grips Texas with record low November readings. Dallas hits new low for November while upper coast towns report freezing temperatures and damaged water pipes. Beaumont and other areas report frost and travel disruption as cold persists across the state.

Texas Ens Beaumont Dallas Weednesday iGorsiana

Three Students Sentenced for Draft Conscience Objection

In New York on November 14 1907 seven theology students from Union Theological Seminary were sentenced in federal court for refusing to register for the draft. Each received a year and a day to federal prison with potential leniency if they comply later. The defendants, led by Richard J Wichiei and Kenneth Walzer, argued their conscience forbids participation in war and noted their religious beliefs.

New York Union Theosogical Seminary Ini U. S John T. Cahill Samuel Mandelbrant Richard J. Wichiei Bing Kenneth Walzer Navy Anodett Weather Pureaul Draft Board Longview Abilene Airport Station Sta Suency Uow Fork Worth Beaumont Oil Wichita Pala Wednesay Austin Borrer Amarillo Beachwood

Freezing Night ForecastFor Thursday And Friday

Weather predictors warn of frost Thursday night with cold conditions into Friday. Temperatures are expected to range from 2 to 26 degrees at times, with a high near 58 degrees. Thursday morning could dip to 39, while light northerly winds persist.

U. Ie Cerwin

Strike Threat at Plane Plant Ends

Downey California November 14 United Automobile Workers at the Vultee aircraft factory with military orders totaling 41 million dollars accepted federal cancellation. The dispute centered on raising the minimum wage by 16 to 60 cents per hour.

Downey Calif United Automobile Vultee Aircraft Factory

Billion Increase in FHA Approved Mortgages

President Roosevelt approved a one billion dollar increase in mortgages that may be insured by the Federal Housing Administration. The total now stands at four billion dollars, the maximum allowed by the FHA act, and the action was announced in Washington.

Washington Roosevelt Federal Housing Administration FHA

Minister Fined in Securities Sales

A jury found a minister guilty of selling securities without proper cate, owing $100. The court reported the sentence as part of a broader article detailing wartime air raids and economic actions.

Jtal Germany Gatnell Tte OW Lweather Bormb Berlin Mal Cate Aie Poe Boone Ayig Gelsenkirchen Hanover Jenna Haamstede Kreuz Truck Lubeck Nordnrnsy Calais Wilhelmshaven

Reception Held for A. P. Hardy at Governor's Palace

A reception honored A P Hardy of the Southern Pacific Lines passenger department, with his wife and daughter Frances in attendance at the Governor's palace. guests described as numerous. In London, the king and queen visited airfield shelters and feeding centers, finding nearly 2000 people inside a shelter when the raid siren sounded.

A P. Hardy Southern Pacific Lines Frances Governor's Palace NOVAL London

Gulf Small Craft Warnings Up

New Orleans area weather bulletin notes continued small craft warnings for Carrabelle Florida and surrounding waters. Fresh northerly winds expected today and tonight with rough seas and choppy conditions for harbor and coastal routes.

New Orleans Nev Whited States Weather Bureau Carrabelle Flo

Turkey Left Undersway Of Russia Berlin Talks On Axis Spheres

A disentangled press summary cites Molotov's trip to Berlin and a Prague like communique that Russia will obtain a vast zone of influence, Turkey to decide join with Germany and Italy, and Britain to be bankrupted by Axis terms. It describes a future world aligned with Axis powers and Japan, with Russia seeking access to oceans via Iran or Afghanistan while Turkey negotiates its position.

Berlin Adol Hiser Stolntoy Japan Europe Africa Rome Bere Tm Molotov Nazi Russia Turkey Afrca Germins Mary Ihix Germany Ressia Hussia Stalin Britain Axis India Soviet Union Iran Afghanistan

Hitler Hails Nazi Workers In War Effort

Adolf Hitler praised Nazi workers and army labor groups in Berlin addressing munitions and armament plant workers. He claimed the struggle is fought by soldiers and millions of German workers producing the weapons of victory, saying the German state rests on a strong foundation.

Berlin Hitler England Thrfuehrer

British List 100 Bombed Buildings Denied German Claims

The British Ministry of Information rebutted Nazi assertions that bombing targeted only military sites by listing over 100 non military buildings hit in the last nine weeks. Included were the United States embassy the Associated Press office ten hospitals and twenty four churches.

London Taranto Taly Berlin Royal Alr Pormbera Mussolini Jpircraft Singapore Orient Way Ministry of Information United States Associated Press Office

Record of U S cold wave toll and Great Lakes storm

Extreme cold spread across the Midwest and Plains with subzero readings in North and South Dakota Nebraska and Kansas while Lake Michigan sailors perished in a brutal gale. Ships struggled ice coated hulls and two freighters were sunk as crews faced a brutal rescue effort and widespread disruption across transportation and industry.

Lakes Valentine Neb Central Standard Filme Weather Bureau Lemnon S. LD Huron Bismarck N. D North Platte Williston Devil's Lake Sioux Ci ‘Town Purble Colo Goodland Kan Omaha Rapid City Lake Michigan New Haven Chicago Ind

Irish Steamer Ardmare Presumed Lost After Departure

The 1023 ton Irish cargo steamer Ardmare, leaving Cork for Portland with a general cargo and 25 crew, is presumed lost. Coincidentally a previous Ardmore of the same company was lost with all hands on November 13, 1917.

Cork Ireland Ardmare Pledguard Wates Ard!more Sane Company

Theft of Pants Charged in Court

Avelino Deleon of 300 East Commerce Street was charged in County Court at Law No 2 by City Detective Joe Tate with theft of five pairs of pants worth 23 from 5 and Holay Penny Company. The complaint notes the assault on Thursday.

Avelino Deleon East Commerce Street Penny Company Joe Tate

Windsors Love Story Teased for The Light serial

Adela Rogers St. Johns details intimate questions about the Duke and Duchess of Windsor in The Windsors Own Love Story to be serialized in The Light. The first installment arrives next Sunday after St. Johns return from Nassau where she witnessed the couple’s story firsthand and plans to publish frank, complete revelations.

Adela Rogers Stholar Miss St. Doin Nusaau

French Citation for Anne Morgan and Muriel Oakes

The ministry of war cited Anne Morgan sister of J P Morgan and Mrs Muriel Oakes vice president of the American Civil Aid organization for zeal and generous refugee relief work. The citation notes their activities aiding refugees and recognizes their service.

Vighy Grance Ministry of War Anne Morgan J. P. Morgan American Civil Aid Organization Muriel Oakes. Ames

Two Injured in Manhole Mishap

An explosion in a manhole caused minor injuries to two Public Service employees on Thursday, police reported. S. F. Ramirez of 307 San Luis Street and Celdo Genzales of 1822 San Pas Haricia Street were treated at Nix Hospital.

Public Service Company Polce Nix S. F. Ramirez San Luis Street Cyeldo Genzales San Pasharicia Street

Weather Forecast for San Astonio and Viela Pair

Forecast calls for Thursday night and Friday to be fair with not quite as cold in the afternoon. Northern winds, highs around 62 to 63, lows near 50s. Temperature ranges noted across interior and southern regions with frost potential in some inland areas. Winds shift to fresher northerly along the west, diminishing by Thursday afternoon and night.

San Astonio Viela Sont Poste Rio Tinh Texas Pyol

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