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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 06, 1941

Page

2

Labor Strikes Roil Mines and Railroads Across Nation

Rail unions threaten a national walkout involving 1 390 000 all road workers after mediation failed to produce an agreement with rail companies. Alabama miners face a potential 2 000 strike as wage demands rise, while other disputes ripple through steel and glass industries. The president may appoint a fact finding board with a 30 day report, and strikes could be delayed by a one month waiting period. Key figures include Alabama miners and various union actions across the C I O, A F L and related firms with wage boosts and seven hour day demands discussed.

Gekiin Defense Mediation ‘Board House United Mine Workers Alabama Minera Thrium Pey Atha Crickle Steel Company Harrson N. J Co. I. C Kansas City Power and Light Company Eek Pressed Steel Car Company Bers Rocks Questos Ote C. I. O. Marine and Ship! Building Workers Union Lorain Great Lakes A. PB. I Bonny Blue Mayflower Blue Digmona Coal Company Chanel Jom Honescult U. WM. W Honeycutt Robb Gillam Gilliam Pittsburgh Glaga Com Paes American Window Glséa Comipany St Jeannette, Armield Belle Vernon Pasie Hardings Cross Company Fort Ginlih Ark Rid the Rolland Glass Company Adamston Olas Company Clarksburg, W

Britain seeks workers for civilian technical corps

Washington reports that thousands of American technicians will travel to Britain and the United States to repair equipment for Allied forces. Federal security administrator Paul V. McNulty says 150 federal state employment offices will assist. Metal workers electricians radio and allied tradesmen aged 18 to 45 are sought for three year terms or wartime duration, with pay from 26 to 38 dollars weekly and provisions for board housing uniforms and medical care.

Washington Gent United States Will Englgrét Aul V. McNult Wilde Bribie

Letters to Hearst on democracy and vivisection

A collection of dated letters to William Randolph Hearst from August 1941 praising his In the News column. Contributors from Hollywood and San Francisco express admiration for his stance on democracy and animal vivisection, urging continued anti vivisection work and U.S. Latin America friendship. They discuss politics, reform ideas, and cultural exchange.

William Randolph Hearst San Simeon Calif Mr. Hearst Kearney St San Francisco Wiliam Randolph Hearst Hearst Publications San Simton Cali Ear MA Hearst Eighth Ave Fey Care Francisco Examiner Mexico Ber Chavez United States Latin America Colombia Bis Saii Ameta Perso Rio Grande Willam Randolph Hearst America

Nome Paradise Mentioned In Poem Line

A fragmentary verse note exalts Nome as a paradise where hearts belong though feet stray. It cites MARTIN F. OWENS and mentions NO Lafayette Ride. Detroit, Mitch.

Nome Martin F. Owens Lafayette Detroit Mitch

War anniversary reports for 25 years past

A fragmented wartime recap notes events from twenty five years ago including Nazi bombings, a British Berlin air raid, and King Carol fleeing Romania. It mentions riots in a country, French actions near the Somme, British capture at Leure wood, and Romanian resistance at the Danube.

Berlin Carel Romania Unpescu Chacines Somme Leure Wood Danube

Hungarian Chief Resigns Command

Berlin dispatch reports Hungarian General Staff chief Wertzich Werth resigned due to poor health and was replaced by Lieutenant General Rang Saem Bathelyn. The move comes as Budapest notes health issues within the upper ranks.

Berlin Spt UPI DNB Budapest Tweltzich “Werth Cuer Lisut Rang Saembathelyn Worth

Arm Break Incident In Virginia Girl Falls At Home

Virginia Cox aged 12 sustained a broken arm after a fall down the stairs at her residence. She was taken to Robert B. Green Hospital for treatment.

Virginia Cox Callaghan Han Nenaten Etae Robert B. Green Hospital

Britain plans aid to Russia despite limits

Beotland Sept. 61 4 Sir Kingsley Wood declared Britain would place no limit on finances to Russia. He called British aid a gladly given gesture and noted the Soviet requests for credit. He said credit aiding the help is not matched by supplies. He stated Britain stands up well under a daily expenditure of £12,000,000 to £13,000,000 and expressed confidence in future taxation.

Aritivivisection League Los Angeles Examiner Ethel Platt Lanewood Hollywood Calif Edinburgh Beotland Kingsley Wood Britain Russia

Rails in Effort to End the Shortage

In Washington Ralph Park Russell of Hanover Pa. heads a program with the Defense Petroleum Coordinator to mobilize rail resources against the Eastern shortage of oil and gasoline. Trussell of the Pennsylvania Railroad is named chief of the agency's rail transportation section to study relief measures. Railroads proposed reduced tank car rates, endorsed by the Interstate Commerce Commission, to speed shipments from producing areas to the East. The plan aims to end curtailment of gasoline sales as soon as a guaranteed reserve is secured. Pipe lines were discussed as a potential major solution, with Henderson noting their strategic value if tanker losses occur. The Association of American Railroads plans to file for reduced tank car rates, with a tariff committee preparing the application.

Interstate Commerce Commission Lnstead Russel Oil Co-Prdinator Leon Henderson Price Administration Senate Henderson Atlantic Seaboard Association of American Railroads TOC Miroad Tariff Experte

Leningrad Battle Rages as German Push Intensifies

Russians report counter-attacks that thrust Germans back a mile or more near Leningrad while German forces press toward the city. The siege continues with heavy artillery and Finnish troops pressing from the north, flames lighting the night.

Leningrad Odessa Thad Sah Uney

Germany asks Nicaragua to close consulates in occupied territories

Berlin reports an authorized German spokesman said Germany asked Nicaragua to shut its consulates in German occupied areas. The request aligns with closing embassies and legations of other nations in those territories. Censuses in Germany would not be affected, the spokesman added.

Berlin Nicaragua Moreatne Neblow Germany Sid

Dog Theft Gang Reported In Los Angeles Case

A pastor stated belief a gang organized to steal valuable dogs. A cocker spaniel valued at about 150 dollars was reported stolen Friday by MM Hrazell of 1620 Nogallton Street. A Llewellyn setter was taken from a yard on Broadbent Street reported by Herbert Weys.

San Antonio Pastor Sat Ac MM Hrazell Nogallton Street Herbert Weys Broadbent Street Llewellyn

Stalled Auto Owner Injured in Push Incident

In Columbus Onin September 5 William Seduruk, owner of a stalled auto, received brain concussion cuts and bruises after pushing the car. He explained that a man asked help to push the vehicle. bumper guards locked an argument ensued and the man bit him on the nose.

Columbus Onin Wiliam Seduruk Ife Dong So

War Roundup: Submarine Attack Credence and Allied Watch

Unofficial reports from Iceland suggest the attacker was German as Washington seeks proof of identity for the submarine that damaged the Greer. The United States monitors Japanese moves to block Vladivostok and the Russia supply route, noting two oil tankers cleared through Japanese-chained islands and a third near a Soviet port. Leningrad endures siege and shelling with famine and disease spreading, while the Red Army, aided by citizen guards, defends the Baltic port as well as Kiev and encircled Odessa.

Washington Greer Iceland United States Vladivostok Russia Islande Soviet Leningrad Rei Baltic Kiev Odessa

Mother Blames Army in Tragedy

In Hempstead New York a mother, I Arthur Kramer, seeks help from Mrs Franklin D Roosevelt after her daughter Georgene Strasser 3 was fatally burned by gasoline spurting from an Army plane. She asks for safer planes near homes and valid pilot licensing. Officials absolve Second Lieutenant Roy W Beott of blame as the plane crashes near Hempstead Street. he parachuted to safety.

Hempstead Franklin D. Roosevelt I. Arthur Krames Georgene Strasser Rooper Vest Kramer U.S. Army Dsitchell Heli Roy W. Beott Cub Hempstead Street

Warranty Deeds The Weather and Property Transfers Listed

A mixed list of warranty deeds, transfers, and notes across multiple San Antonio and nearby areas. Names include Anita G Huerta, Leta Hightower, Jennie F Byers, Clyde A Jones, Anna Leo Hoover, Daniel Sagaz, and others. Descriptions reference blocks, lots, and subdivisions with monetary notes and installment terms, plus occasional weather and precipitation snippets.

Anita G. Huerta Anecita Huerta San Antonio Leta Hightower Bilen Hexaver Ant Nteumpilan Jennie F. Byers Clyde A. Jones West Mie Montcalm Sci- UN Anna Leo Hoover Lot Thompson County Meek Con L. Fi Sonato G Lyonn Rota Tor Cina Lawcey Ak Do Shere Tuy Parks Lew Estates Daniel Sagaz Horacle Somehsha Eont Lotn 7 Wright Elmer Te Strech Mock & Neh James’ A. Healy W. Kersill Hark A Frank Unterrmeyer Roward Co Tasmann GAN Eaor Cinees Acer Banik Willian Karger Azitnnang Joverenst Poul Panat Hur Teu Lee Ana Condi Ecainville Chas W. Baneg Ceeer Pucldy Dev Mikkonlo Mont Rubsnan Leten Aetna Tatatathn Iannlie Vo Ate Ayested Farman Banda Cork City Arennin Windle Ull Alchinand Foy O. Sowers Baltrcuy Tewwell San Branca Fon Mailman J. A. Tost Phynic Aktmonthly Tapa Dutty Givenset Arbors Jemingham Vetdy Tenopeh Arissian Gardens Xan Gwersaay Ate Laton Py Glee Adewept Tarier de Louin Charleston Winnemuers Ata Yuma Ariz Bea Nfl the International Institute Thifanl Ster Winninew Syerer Gereeant Dodge Catys

British air raids kill and wound in Libya assault

Sept 6 British planes struck Tripoli and Barce in Libya killing SS personnel and injuring five, according to the Italian high command. German warplanes targeted Tobruk and Matruh stations while Italy alleged British hospital damage near Wolehefit, Ethiopia, and claimed British withdrawal with heavy losses after a surprise Ethiopian engagement.

Rome Tripoli Barce Libya Tobruk Ethiopia

British Policy on German Colonies Studied in Tehran

Teheran Sept. British police said the cabinet would study the offer for German interment and unconditional surrender terms. No promise of Russian withdrawal was given. a statement to Parliament was planned tomorrow.

Teheran Irn Tran Jeet Rusetass Withedrawal Tram

Axis Troopship Sunk in Mediterranean Convoy Battle

British submarines sink the Italian troopship Esperia of 11,398 tons near Tripoli and another small Rambhe class merchantman in a successful attack on a southbound convoy between Taranto and Bengasi. The notices say the Esperia was serving as a troopship and name the Rambha class vessel as government owned.

London Tripoli Taranto Bengasi Admiralty Comra Italy Indian Ocean Nisinland North Africa Libya Mediterranean Russia Ples Ona Axis Suez Balkans Miude Tripol Congoy

Field Mechanic Exams Stated at Etlington Field

Competitive exams for the position of mechanic's helper at Etlington field were offered Saturday by the secretary of the board of W.3. Civil Service Examiners, Duncan field. The job pays 1400 dollars per year and applications must be filed before September 26.

Etlington Field Board of W. 3 Civil Service Examiners Duncan Field

Writer's Club Names Officers In San Antonio

Mrs. Evelyn Hitler has been elected president of the San Antonio Writers' club at a meeting held Thursday night at the Gunter Hotel. Other officers named include Clyde Wantland as vice president M F Kennedy as secretary treasurer JB Shaw and W L Evans as stectora.

Evelyn Hitler San Antonio

Texas State Bkat congress to hold eighteenth annual meet in New Braunfels

Several hundred skat players are expected at the eighteenth annual Texas State Bkat congress in New Braunfels Sunday. Registration opens at 1 p m at Echo Hall with preliminaries at 1 90 and play at 2 p m. President J von Koenneritz says entries close after 2 p m. Prizes include overall and special premiums such as closest attendance, oldest and youngest players, visiting women, and New Braunfels officers Milton W. Diete and Mark V. Puets among organizers.

New Braunfels Has Lawrence Association Echo Hall Lawrence J. von Koenneritz Unete Mayer League Laveretee Milton W. Diéte Mark V. Puets

Difficult City Ads Invite Readers to Call for Notices

A promotional notice urges readers in San Antonio to contact The Light at Fannin 1231 or visit Broadway at Fifth Street for classified ad placements. It promises cheap rates and multiple copy orders for broad reach through weekday broadcasts on KISA.

San Antonio KISA Fannin Broadway Fifth Street

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