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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1941
Page
1
Catholic faithful including schoolchildren and parish societies joined a Feast of Christ the King procession in Bungay. Prayers, hymns, and rosaries followed liturgical order as the Archdiocesan Holy Name Union sponsors the event each year since 1992, weather permitting, beginning at the campus village.
A lengthy public Catholic procession moved from the rear of St Johns seminary to St Peters St Josephs home. Archbishops and clergy led the march with choirs, Knights of Columbus bands, school groups, and numerous societies while Bishop Lacey delivered a sermon on public worship and freedom of assembly in America. Panama Bishop Preciado attended with chaplains and a large clergy list accompanied by a varied roster of attendants and ecclesiastical orders.
Bellverone Pa October 27 34 year old Philadelphia man Earnest J Cook was executed in Pennsylvania's electric chair early today for the slaying of Mrs Wether Angler wife of a Duke tobacco official. The case drew wide attention in the state capital.
British air ministry said RAF bombers heavily shelled Hamburg and other northwest German targets including Cierburg and Nantes. A cargo ship was hit off Egersund, Norway. Two German fighters were shot down in northern France. An evangelist, Rev. William H. Joyner, returned to San Antonio after a revival in Waco.
A blunt speech by Prime Minister Tojo in Osaka declares no international pressure will stop Japan's aggressive expansion. He warns that world changes demand rapid buildup and unity, while US Secretary Knox cautions a Pacific collision if Japan persists.
The report quotes Connally arguing for defending rights against an avowed movement of force while pursuing a resolute course. It notes Stark’s view on naval attacks and Nye criticizing administration policy. White House aides push for final action as Congress weighs expanded measures and votes are forecast near two to one in favor.
Berlin reports Germany denies knowledge of Vichy French representations about hostage executions at Nantes and Dordogne. The German statement frames the matter as a military issue with no political implications, calling the claim an old law misapplied and tying responsibility to military command.
British warships reported to have shelled the Libyan port of Bardia and nearby axis targets south of Tobruk during late October. Details describe bombardment of barracks and transport facilities as Royal Navy ships patrolled the Mediterranean coast near Tobruk and Misrata.
River Neosho floods for the seventh time this year as heavy rains swell upstream. At Topeka water crest nears 206 feet, 50 feet over banks. Chanute reports 126 feet and rising. Levees under strain. farm land east of Chanute loses a backwater levee. Damage remains small overall.
Chicago report notes widespread freeze across the Midwest with temperatures plunging. Record lows included 14 in Sioux Falls and 8 in Rosai while Wisconsin towns such as Oakes and Ind Lakes recorded 33. Forecasters expect the cold to extend southeast toward central Illinois and Indiana.
The City Tax Commissioner C Ray Davin announced back taxes are rising with penalties and interest removed for some. By late week owners paid $66,189 in back taxes. Collections since June 1 and through court judgments total $235,050.03. The first year from October showed $8,370.48. The city has seen steady growth in back tax recovery since a legislative change took effect.
The article reports Roosevelt insisting on uninterrupted coal production for steel and defense, while UMW presidents push for action against captive mines. Lewis omits comment as DMW cites limited steel-plant coal, with two to four weeks of supply claimed by both sides amid a protracted strike risk.
President Franklin D Roosevelt urges John L Lewis, head of the United Mine Workers, to extend the temporary agreement keeping captive mines operating during wage dispute settlement. He cites national defense needs, steel production, and urges private talks with Myron Taylor to avert disruption.
Rome reports the Italian high command will grant amnesty to Greek citizens charged with minor crimes and jailed up to two years by military courts. The amnesty, announced by the ItalianNews Agency, takes effect tomorrow on the Italian Fascist regime anniversary and marks the first anniversary of the Italian invasion of Greece.
Miss Donna Weaver, 22, of Galveston, died in a car accident near Lagrange. Miss Elvis Lively suffered injuries, and Miss Alma Rodequest escaped unharmed. Both Weaver and Lively were recent University of Texas graduates. Mrs Weaver was the daughter of Ld. Weaver of Rogers, Texas.
Thomas Carter, 71, found dead in his room at the Sevilla hotel 209 Gaylh Santa Rosa avenue. The body was discovered at 6 a.m. by Joe Gebhard, a hostel employee who had awakened the man. Justice of the Peace Ottis West returned a verdict of death.
The article discusses Naples air raids and the clash between big egg bombs and multiple smaller bombs. It cites Britain’s RAF use of heavy bombers and U.S. Flying Fortresses as capable of long-range missions, with emphasis on immense explosive power and strategic implications for raids from distant bases.
Lake college students won a plea to clear mosquito breeding sites at Elmendorf Lake. City officials led by Park Commissioner Henry F. Hein mobilized two crews of twenty to tie and pull down ties, with trucks from County Commissioner Jim Donnel and city health department supplying gasoline. About 300 loads of waste material are expected to be hauled away over two weeks.
Admiral of San Antonio’s navy plans to observe Navy Day with a ceremonial flight and parade. Plans were disrupted by a misconfigured vessel and failed systems, leading to ad hoc reenactment of the event with a song and street procession.
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