Kelly Field Flier Earns Two Medals in Pacific Service
First Lieutenant Louis V. McKenney of Kelly Field received the Distinguished Flying Cross and Air Medal from Col. Paul S. Blair for 50 Southwest Pacific flights in 1942. He served as engineer and line chief for the Suzy-Q squadron of the 93rd Bombardment Group, with noted missions against enemy airfields, ships, and installations. Witnesses included Lt. Col. Felix M. Hardison and other officers.
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Louis V. MckKenney
Kelly Field
18Th Bombardment Group
Dietin
Paul S. Blair
Kellyfeld
Kenney
Southwest Pacific
Felix M. Hardison
Bah Antonio
Tuk
el Pato
Three Army Fliers Die in Rocky Ford Plane Crash
Feltee Officer Leads Box reports three army fliers died when a two engine plane crashed on a farm 10 miles west of Rocky Ford Colorado on October 2. The incident was announced today.
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Rocky Ford
Colo
Ins
Feltee
Colonel Grubbs Takes Command In China Front
COL Sidney B. Grubbs Jr now commands a forward echelon of the Fourteenth air force in China succeeding Clinton D. Vincent who has returned to the United States. A West Point graduate of 1933, Grubbs previously led at Randolph field and Kelly field before serving as commandant of cadets at Randolph and commander of the preflight school. Also among 63 Texans at the outpost are Lt Col Moris E. Taber and Col. Samuel B. Keowles with other officers and men listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sidney B. Grubbs Jr
Joby Page
Kelly Field
China
Clinton D. “Casey” Vincent
Randolph
San Antonio
Kelly Leld
Grubty
Moris E Taber
Sky Dragons
Weyl
Samuel B. Keowles
Echelon
Willam
Mowers, Lleuts
Ble M, Beardsley
Arthur B. Jarmon
Tommy J. Taylor
Steft
James H. Davis
Debate Opens on Chinese Exclusion Policy in U S House
Washington October 20. House opens debate on Chinese exclusion and naturalization limits amid wartime concerns. Roosevelt administration subsidy plans, food prices, and postwar cooperation front the discussion. Senate inquiry into cross border telecoms planned with Wheeler leading probe.
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House
Washington
China
Japan
Ieadership
Roosevelt
Convincing Report Abuse leaders briefed by generals on war effort
In a closed session at the Congressional Worthy auditorium General Marshall and top military figures delivered a progress briefing. Members described a direct, shoulder-to-shoulder discussion outlining wartime strategy and current military goals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George C. Marshall
Gecreiacy
Italian Prince Saddened By Naples Destruction
Prince Umberto of Italy toured Naples expressing sorrow over its heavy damage from retreating German forces. He spoke in English from a villa overlooking Vesuvius, blamed the Germans for most destruction, and noted his own palace was badly damaged. He planned to visit Sicily and Gardinia afterward.
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Waples
Umberto
Italy
Naples
Mount Vesuvius
Sicily
Gardinia
Bilege
Dubrovnik
Herzegovina
Nova Varos
Plevio
Bosnia
Travnik
Genica
Sarajevo
Split
Trogir
Dalmatian
Erwin Rommel
Suerk Anit Oghiin
Dilley
Oves
Avant
Slavs Repel Nazi Seaborne Landing Along Adriatic
Yugoslav communique reports German seaborne landing attempts aimed at Peljesac peninsula and islands of Hvar and Mljet were repelled. Partisan forces claim control of the area around Dubrovnik, with heavy German losses cited and Allied sea sorties near Mijet and Dubrovnik.
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London
Orb
Dalmagbiga
Adriatic
Drug Tito
Peljesac
Split
Dubrovnik
Hvar Ard Mijet
North Africa
Mipet
Optimist Leader Praises Youth Program at Gunter Hotel
Carter Tucker of Kansas City spoke to Optimist members about building activists for tomorrow, describing Optimist clubs as a democracy in action and detailing outreach across the United States and Canada. He cited 150,000 youths served and a nationwide reach as evidence of impact. Funeral held for Centerville postmaster VD Brown after heart attack.
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Carter Tucker
Kansas City Co
Optimist International
Level
Gunter Hotel
Tucker
Tiar
Canada
Tike
Fulder
Centerville
Brown
Missing Heir Sought in L A Estate Case
Lawyers seeking Joseph C Herman or Charles J Herman, last heard from in 1624, a typist who lived in San Antonio and later in Lynbrook Long Island. The New York firm appeals to N Schoekier of the San Antonio missing persons bureau for help locating the man who came in 1921 and resided at the Army Y M C A site.
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Joseph C. Herman
Charles. J. Herman
San Antonio
Lynbrook
Long Island
New York
N. Schoekier
Missing Persons' Bureau
Army Y. M. GO. A
Tom Dow
Drillers Sought As Texas Firms Seek Returning Workers
Yun Ye Ung 24K new Ol Wells scheduled for 1948. The American Association of Drilling Contractors is surveying San Antonio and other Texas cities to locate skilled drilling workers now in defense industries. Local contractors are asked to provide names to aid negotiations for their return. The Manpower Commission offers help in these talks.
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Yun Ye
Lit
American Association of Drilling Contactors
San Antonio
Texas
Wit Manpower Ommission
Try This Old Home Mixed Cough Relief Claim
Old fashioned home remedy promises cough relief with inexpensive ingredients. Instructions suggest simmering syrup or mixing with honey to soothe throat and ease breathing without cooking. Offers a 24 ounce Pinex product refund if not satisfied.
Total War Effort Acknowledges American Gratitude
A brief note expresses deep gratitude for the total war effort, highlighting national unity and appreciation across the United States for sacrifice and support during the conflict. The message emphasizes collective resolve and public morale.
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NEW Fayeer
West & Marx—Basement
Rocectric
Congress
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Inouse
Lary Blackhail
Army
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House Repubicans
Ways and Means Committee
Willkie
Wendel Willkie
Micke
Senate Interstate Commerce Committes
Wheeler
D. Mont
Armeread
Cne
Wolff & Siarx—Basement
Carter Vucker
L.A
America
Wis
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