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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 17, 1941

Page

6

Police Reports to Army Sought in Wool Sale Case

A San Antonio and Bexar County notice reports police reports to military authorities sought regarding jailed or hospitalized soldiers. Gov. Wardlaw and Maj. Gen. Donovan discussed officers at Del Rio and a wool sale of 75,000 pounds at 40 cents a pound without army knowledge. An auction of Mohair, stock, and furniture previews followed with many items listed in Classifications.

San Antonio Bexar County Jawen- del Rig Gme Ain Coke Stevensal del Rio B. Wardlaw Anagén i Richard Severn Fecen Army cEd” Long del Rilo Woot and Mohair Company J. M. Lea Draper Ang

Publisher McIntosh Honored by The San Antonio Light Staff

An informal celebration marked the publisher McIntosh as employees of The San Antonio Light honored him on a Tuesday in the paper’s building. Mrs. McIntosh attended, and the event drew participants from across the state. McIntosh, born in Canada, has long led as Hearst chain publisher with a note on his two core principles for staff conduct and loyalty while remaining a noted public speaker.

San Antonio Willam McIntosh Antonio Fort Worth Ught Hearst Frank F.barhars Los Angeles Herald-Express MacIntosh Canada The Light William M. McIntosh Mrg. McIntosh

U S Fliers Better Trained, Club Told

Col Stanton Smith, commandant of Brooksfield, told the San Antonio Advertising club on Tuesday the United States should maintain a strong air arm. Arthur Baird introduced the speaker.

Col Stanton Smith Brooksfield San Antonio Advertising Club United States Arthur Baird

Police Plan Deposit Probe in Beaten Heiress Case

Los Angeles September 17 police prepared another attempt to inspect the safety deposit box of 52 year old heiress Mrs Florence Stricker at her home. Bank officials refused access without her husband Dr George H Stricker present. Executor Mttney Henry F Poyet promised the physician would be at the bank today with W T Gilchrist, Mrs Stricker’s cousin. Dr Stricker, taken to a private sanitarium, is in collapse. Detectives questioned Ernest Booth a 4 year old ex convict held on murder suspicions about his movements on the day of the killing. Mrs Booth a material witness was released last night.

Los Angeles Florence Stricker George H .Stricker Henry F. Poyet W. T. Gilchrist Booth

Social Workers Choose Officers for Upcoming Term

The American Association of social workers elected officers and outlined fall and winter programs Tuesday at the International Institute. George J. Graze announced the officers: Miss Anne Wilkins WEA chairwoman Miss Marie Watkins International Institute vice chairwoman and Miss Catherine A Ugach secretary treasurer. The new officers will appoint committees to carry out the programs.

American Association of 50- Clay Worker The International Institute George J. Graze Duleers Anne Wilkins WEA Marie’ Watkins Misa Catherine ‘A. Ugach

Texas band plans larger group for UT football season

Austin dispatch reports University of Texas Longhorn band will be joined by 225 members in orange and white, marching onto the field to perform Eyes of Texas and other pieces. More than 100 freshmen sought membership under director George F. E. Hirt.

Austin University of Texas Longhorn Band George FE. Hirt Eyes of Texas

Camacho Envoy Honored by Cadets at Randolph Field

Personal representative of President Camacho of Mexico, Vol. Gonzalo N. Santos, and Mrs. Santos, were guests of honor at a luncheon in the aviation cadet mess at Randolph field. Francisco de Jimenez, Mexican consul general in San Antonio, and officers of the Mexican air corps in training attended with Army officers from Eighth Corps area headquarters.

Gonzalo N. Santos Camacho Mexico

Corpus Christi Schools Reach All-Time Enrollment High

Corpus Christi enrollment topped 42 000 this week per census director Jet Madlera. At end of first week 11 017 students were enrolled, with projections for about 101 more to enroll as supplies arrive and new students join the fall term.

Corpus Christi Jet Madlera Madera Supls

Doubt About German War Invincibility Grows Worldwide

Washington dispatches from September report world opinion shifting against Germany as Russia fights back, American aid to Britain increases, and Britain endures sustained German air power. Diplomats note rising doubts in India, China, Japan, Africa, and other regions, signaling possible paths to eventual understanding with the Nippon empire. The movement stems from Russia’s resistance, German losses in the last campaign, and Britain’s resilience aided by American support.

Kingsbury Washington Europe India China Japan Africa Russia Great Britain Arid & Belle United States

Mrs Miller Buried in Washington Funeral Held for 83

Funeral services for Mrs David H. Miller age 83 were held in Washington on Tuesday. She was mother of Roy Miller former Corpus Christi mayor and local representative. Wim died Monday in Houston.

Miller Corpus Christi David H. Miller Roy, Miller Washington Wim Houston

Harold Wolf to Succeed Rhodes as Police Investigator

Harold Wolf, a veteran in the identification bureau, will succeed the late Rhodes as police investigator. Chief Aubrey Hopkins announced Wolf’s transfer from the fingerprint du les to the police investigative unit. Patrolman Toscano will assume Wolf’s duties, Hopkins said.

Harold Wolf Dusty” Rhodes Aubrey Hopids Toscano Sah Wolf Hopkins

Mourde Fenley Funeral Held in Babinal

Funeral was held for Monroe Fenley, 23, who died in San Antonio Sunday. Survivors include his parents Mr. and Mrs. John D. Menley and sister Elizabeth Parker. The service took place in Babinal on September 17.

Babinal Monroe Fenley San Antonio John D. Menley Biss Elizabeth Parker

Legislator Daniel Builds Political Fences at City Hall

Brice Daniel of Liberty and officials including a mayor and police commissioner gathered at McAllen city hall on Wednesday. Daniel, a candidate, declared intent to sue and announced plans for the next regular session while asserting he was building his political fences.

Brice Danie Liberty Ik. Quin P. L.anderson Daniel Homér-Leonard McAllen

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