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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 14, 1942

Page

7

Economy Must Be Stripped Chief Reports

Roosevelt told Congress the United States was producing only about 30 percent of its maximum war output and warned that civilian economy must be stripped to the bone to supply fighting men and Allies with needed weapons. He stressed that victory hinges on scaled exports and expanded lend lease while noting Britain as an offensive base and urging greater arms production. The quarterly report shows vast aid to Britain, Russia, and others, with current lend-lease aid at about 65 billion dollars authorized. deliveries must accelerate as American workers move to the front.

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Germans Prepare for Winter Line

London dispatch reports Germans mobilizing for a fortified winter line in Russia while the Stalingrad battle rages. Axis appoints Generals Frina Halder, Jacob, and Wietersheim to establish an impregnable defense to support retreating and reequipping forces.

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Women Take Over Men’s Sanctuary in Navy Yard

In Brooklyn Navy Yard, after 141 years a shift begins as 20,000 women are hired as apprentice mechanics to fill roles formerly held by men. The Third Naval District announces the move, marking a historic change in shop labor.

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Applicants for heavy yard jobs and attire notes

The text notes applicants and qualifiers for heavy yard positions with 125 women already employed and an expectation of about 800 more by year end. It mentions fashion details like flowing skirts, teases, high heels, open toes, and various jewelry including earrings necklaces bracelets and rings.

Axis War Plans Reported To Shield Front Lines

Reported by London military quarters the decision to sacrifice shock troops near Stalingrad stemmed from the Red Army’s Don bridgehead in the Klelskaya area hindering Von Bock’s mobility. Heaters and protective gear for mobile units are being produced, with heavy fortifications and barracks rising behind the front as winter preparations accelerate.

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Townsend Proposes 200 Monthly Bonus for Soldiers

Dr. Maniecis E Townsend founder of a $200-a-month plan for the elderly proposes a plan to give each soldier 2100 a month for a year upon discharge. He unveiled the idea at a birthday anniversary event in his honor, with supporters from neighboring states in attendance.

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Starvation Death Trial Postponed in Brooklyn Case

Herbert M. Shelton, accused of homicide in the alleged starvation death of Mrs. Adolph Gill of Brooklyn, saw the trial reset for October in County Court No. 1. The state medical board filed the complaint, detailing findings and allegations linked to Shelton’s treatment of the patient.

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Fall Election Ball Rolling in Maine and Beyond

Maine voters began a tense fall campaign selecting a governor, aper ator, and three house members as parties brace for November races. The scene shifts to other states with primaries in Massachusetts New Hampshire Michigan and Wisconsin while Rhode Island heads to run-offs and Louisiana stays unsettled. Former congressman wins New Mexico governor nomination. Hatch and Anderson secure renomination in Albuquerque. Democratic senator hopefuls react as results roll in across the region.

Maine Nuinberg Senate House Massachusetts New Hampshire New Michigan Wisconsin Contecent Democruts Mississippi Farmer James C. Fastland Wii Doxey Eastland Taxey Rhode Island Toulsiane Mill Albuquerque N. M Congrey New Mexico Carl A. Hatch Clint P. Anderson Johnson Yrse Forday U.S Denis Chaves Dahson

Queen of Denmark Falls At Parade Injures Hip

The Queen of Denmark reportedly fell and hurt her hip during a parade in Copenhagen yesterday. The news agency said initial reports indicated no serious injuries, with officials awaiting further updates on her condition.

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Cargo Ship Immune to Torpedo Seen

President Roosevelt disclosed in a congress report on lend-lease expenditures that a government owned venture has completed tests on a full scale model of a Sea Mobile cargo ship designed to resist torpedo attacks. The Sea Otter derivative would ride high yet remain shallow drafted, with gasoline motors, and bids are being sought for construction amid earlier inconclusive tests and subsequent redesigns.

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Released Ex Labor Head Wants Back

DETROIT September 14 Roy te Heather former International representative of the United Automobile Workers CIO recently released from active army service to resume duties with the war production award asked today to be returned to active service in a letter to Adjutant Gen J A Ulta Washington He said the request was made because there have been circulated inaccurate and malicious versions of the facts Reuther said he had not personally made a request for release and noted his status is not enlisted reserve corps

Detroit Roy Te. Heather United Automobile Workers (Cio Ervie Reuther J. A. Ulta Washington Dilo Aris WPR Reuther WRB Aibor

Dog Food Plant Burns in San Antonio

A fire destroyed the Prine Dog Food Company plant at 945 West Ashby Street, causing estimated damages between 10,000 and 16,000 dollars. The one-story building suffered heavy losses, with hundreds of pounds of dog food burned and equipment damaged as firefighters battled the blaze from late Saturday night. The cause appeared to be a stave left within the building.

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Record Enlistments Hit San Antonio March to the Colors

Col. Kingle B. Edmunds reports a new local enlistment peak in San Antonio as 150 men and women join the army and women’s auxiliary corps last week. The listing shows 139 men and 11 women with homes, addresses and assignments across multiple units including aviation cadets and unassigned divisions.

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Leg Appeal Topic of Beauty Experts at National Convention

Chicago delegates of the national association of cosmeticians open a three day convention to discuss wartime fashion impacts. They focus on leg appeal with new designs like a short snap hat style named Wancares for WAAC wearers and other uniforms. Skirt regulations may rise to 18 inches to conserve fabric, bringing calves and knees into view as leg culture expands amid a stockingless future.

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Cotton Gin Report From Georgetown With Rising Output

About 600 bales of cotton have been ginned in Georgetown this season, an advance of roughly 400 bales over last year. Officials note about one fourth of the crop has already been processed, signaling growing activity in the area.

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