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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 02, 1939

Page

9

Unanimous War Looms in French Chamber

Paris reports a unanimous vote in the Chamber of Deputies signaling a push toward war as Daladier and leaders insist on ending the conflict. France moves to mobilize an army of about 8,000,000, with civilians joining the war effort nationwide amid evacuation and rapid military preparations.

Paris Daladier Chamber of Geroany Pryance Artal Great Britain France Germany

Soviet shifts envoy to Nazis pact amid talks in Moscow

Soviet reports say Russia's ambassador to Germany was recalled for consultation as key negotiation lines in the newly signed Y Norngeression pact between Bukota and Germany were updated. The dispatch noted a shift in Moscow's stance relative to Western Europe as diplomats reassessed positions and pending duties.

A. Sakhletl Metvknin Bukota Germany Russia Slirte

Power Lines Taken Over by Texas Power and Light and LCRA

The Lower Golotado River authority seized control of Texas Power and Light's lines at 8:20 p.m. on Friday, paying $5,000,000. The LCRA now oversees Buchanan and Thks dams and the Marshall Ford dam as Austin’s water works are remodeled. Marx Starcke of LCRA will coordinate power supply with towns under the new regime. John W. Carpenter of TP&L represented the company in negotiations. A separate treasury report on Aug 31 shows various balances, receipts, and expenditures.

Golotado River Texas Power and Light Company Texas Rambies San Antonio GRA Reconstruction Pinanes Cororation LCRA Buchanan Thks Marshall Ford Dem Mow Mnder Construction Austin Dem Marx Starcke Contro John W. Carpenter Wirlz Starcke Prit. En- Eichawil Eagle Lake Clarence McOnnough Austin Genewaly T. A. Davis Gusti Elmira

Grand Jurors Deny Action In Old Corporate Probe

A federal grand jury concluded its inquiry into past corporate practices in 18 western states with a verdict of no charges to file. Judge Waller LIjuller accepted the report, disbanded the panel, and noted the action as approved by government officials.

U.S Banville, Li Compmny Waller Lijuller Govetmmlent Conse Wey Pirs

Texas Oil Operator Dies in Auto Collision Near Spring

A Texas oil operator, Noel Lintsen, was killed in a road accident while returning to Spring, west of town. The incident occurred as his vehicle collided near Rut Isile, with Lawson, head of the private company, present at the scene.

Texas Noel Lintsen Wae kUneny Stanton Lawson Bir Fietis

Paris Night Life Dimmed by War

War clouds dim Paris night life as Paria press notes wartime curbs on social venues. In Pavia 38 the city faces drink service restrictions amid escalating tension. Local authorities ordered premises to close by 01 Bo as security concerns rise.

Paris Pavia Potten Establishedia

Colonel Pennell Leads Hidden Gun Battery Defense

Col Ralph Pennell and his artillery unit halted a night raid near Tieneljuallers battery in a forested sector. After reconnoitering and consulting with crew, the colonel directed a rapid infantry style counterattack driving off the enemy and preserving the position at the likely meeting point.

Ralph Mc T. Pennell Ralph McT. Pennell Cam Wanda Cucaray Leon Golomal Penneji Tieneljuallers Epitiate Pormel Fir Ting Pennell Codks Chautleuts Rlorken Calgel Ray Swift Witert

Bob Wood Named By Teamsters

Bob Wood elected business agent of the local International Brotherhood of Toasters, succeeding Virgil Wolfenberge who resigned seven days earlier citing conservative policies. Wood, a former diver, was chosen Friday night at the Labor temple after a vote of the local union.

Bob Wood Internati ‘Brotherhood of ‘Toasters Chmisrurs Saturdey Virgil Wolfenberge Joca Qi Wolfenberge Laeg Conservive Pothcies Ax Weseen Wood Sibey [Pirchroof Sd Storage Company Crbor American Federation of

Bremen Liner Missing At Sea After Contraband Probe

Reports say the liner Bremen, en route to New York, is somewhere at sea with passengers aboard missing after a two day hold while government inspectors searched for contraband. A radio call and lack of contact hinders efforts to locate the vessel and its crew. The ship’s fate remains uncertain as authorities review the situation and potential causes.

Copenuaghh Bremen Tench Breaier New Fork Det

Roosevelt pledges to keep US out of European war

President Roosevelt vows to use all power to keep United States offoil as war in Europe escalates. Cabinet debates measures to soften shock and preserve neutrality while considering a special session of Congress. Government prepared to act, with proclamations and limited military aid under neutrality policy.

Waskington Roosevelt United States Offizite U. S Congress Cevisen Wen

St Mary's seeks government vocational training program admission

St Mary's University officials forwarded an application to the Civil Aeronautics Authority on Saturday seeking enrollment in the government's vocational training program. If approved, 10 to 50 students would receive high level flight and ground instruction totaling about 42 hours of ground study and 50 hours of flight training. The government would pay about 270 to 2710 dollars per student for instruction, while the school would cover property damage, liability, and medical examinations for about 68 dollars per student. Courses would run Monday, Wednesday and Friday with sessions starting in September and aiming for completion by May 1946 if approved.

Civil Aeronautics Authority St. Mary's University Michael G. Haebert GC. A. A GA. A Ralph de Vore Jet T. Bilimate Senor Weron Ancienisnectog Mary's Baligor United Acro Corporation Star Sela Schonix University Thoanmas St. Mary's St. Maras Brother Treadeway Geteber V St. Marys Bt. Mary's Wold Dean Preadaway

Church Board to Convene Tuesday

Church elders plan a meeting Tuesday at Marrlinin place Bhelstian chick with meek ab 7:90 poi. Toeatiay, 1, A. Bieree, chatt Wa AbNODACER.

Judd Weucona Marrlinin Place A. Bieree

Low Bids On State Highway Improvements Reported

Bids listed for three state highway projects as per federal road program details. Calgiazier, Conters, and others reported on 31 miles of asphalt surfacing on Highways 412 77 and 40 with units 229 and bid totals 10055.48 and 1785.74. Low bidder on four tenths of a mile rerondlion work noted as 990.40.

Calgiazier Vod Holy Mu Row Smith Antonio Conters Satnedsy Ie Molickss Aliiumicemond Deparimerys Carty Biwess Calglanier Asplinty

Poland and Germany clash over 16 point peace plan

In a British censored white paper, Germany’s 16 point settlement proposal for Poland sparked conflict. Poland accepted Britain’s terms for talks but delayed Berlin talks as tensions rose.

Poland Chiankerlain Henderson Warsaw Herr von Ribbestyen Bir Movita Tenderson Mey Sonktly Berlin Britain Berti fJosor Lipskii Imimediately Dhe Om. Lipski Germany Germay Polat

Meeting Called On City Relief Efforts By Mayor Maverick

County officials, business leaders, and welfare figures are invited by Mayor Maverick to join a public meeting on relief conditions described as appalling. A letter from Brother Letes of the San Antonio Social Workers Association highlighted acute needs in Ban Autanls. Maverick proposed a community chest from $100,900 to $440,000 and urged cooperation among business, welfare agencies, and city and county officials to address local relief.

Maury Meverick Bro Torbert Letes BE Mary's University Maverick Brother Letes San Antonio Social Workers Association Texas Charles W. Anderson Jan Mosting Mayedlex Radbi David Commissionene Sivarrd Wil Dustress Waders Cotimetty Cy ML Chander Siver Paul Steffler Betes Namineret Ofdelals

Italy Makes War Moves Near Rome and Across Europe

Sept 2 dispatch reports Italy advancing toward decisive action as Great Britain and allies weigh entry terms. Mussolini’s government pledges caution while aligning with Germany under a military alliance as tensions rise over Poland and potential conflict.

Rome Brikvin Franco Sussallor Mussolini Jengtly Vittorio Enron Lealigne Allian Tialy Ginany Gorman Nas Gerbontiy

Heroic Mother Loses Battle in Tragic Water Rescue

Fort Worth yields a harrowing account as Mrs. Aldenhoven of Tike Worle and her 1-year-old son Walton Simon struggle in flood waters. Carl de Aldehaven and bystanders attempt a rescue as the mother sustains fatal injuries while securing the child from a drowning boat.

Fort Worth Iwaver Foo Carl de Aldehaven Llumoni Muley Walton Simon Eimoven Uae Hey

Rosicrucians Add Books to Library

Mrs Chathy was informed Saturday from the grand secretary of the Rosicrucian order in San Jose California that due to demand more works had been donated to the library in San Antonio. The addition of volumes was intended to expand the Rosicrucian collection and support study.

Jonny H. Gham Rostveruciak

August Brisswitd Ceopms and Wedding Records Rise

The record shows more marriages in August with an increase of 52 marriages from July. The list mentions weddings and marriage counts across August and July, noting adjustments and a monthly checkup finding.

Wrrnstle Mravelige Lertlse Salday

Hitler Favors FDR Request to Avoid European War

Berlin reports that Adolf Hitler favorably replied to President Roosevelt's appeal to belligerents to avoid war over targeted towns and cities. Hitler said he had already agreed with the Reichstag and noted Germany would observe the Sinnville line while stressing the need for restraint.

Murphy J. Edgar Hoover Bureau of Investigation Alin Wallace State Department Great Brit Gd Prance Beor Welt Berlin Adolf Hitler Bonasevelt Sini Ville

France Adopts Stricter Banknote Circulation Policy

Paris reports Bank of France suspends requirement for 35 percent coverage in gala and foreign exchange. August 24 statement shows 6.254 percent coverage, up from 3.03 on August 17 as banknote circulation rises. Decree limits circulation, fixes new francs, and issues five and twenty franc notes.

Paris le Brnk France Bank of Algerht Gla Sena Es FOCO Hiekel Bank of France

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