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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 23, 1939

Page

8

Death of Von Fritsch Reported By Berlin Front

Berlin announced the death of General von Fritsch, a former chief of the German army, killed in action in front of Warsaw. He held a rank just below field marshal and had previously commanded the twelfth artillery regiment. A state funeral was ordered by Hitler in his memory.

Berlin Baron Werner’ Can Fritsch Warsaw Hitler von Fritsch Iiedeich Heath von Fritsell Poland Hiller Oddwelson von Pilsch Berl Sarees

Broken Arm Boy Sought After See-saw Incident

Police hunt for a boy who fell from a see-saw at a school causing a fractured arm. Taken to Rabere B hospital after X rays confirmed the break. Resident Robert Gatels of 408 Mathias Street reported the incident and authorities sought the boy’s return for treatment.

Antonio Gore Pal Dbs Derk

Mussolini hints at historic war action in Italy

In Rome, Mussolini signals preparations for a major announcement to the Italian people. He vows no news of the situation’s progress while promising a decision of historical importance, amid tensions with Nazi Germany and questions over Italy's neutrality.

Rome Europe Bingiolini Ittaly Ethiopia IL Duce Italy Kite Victor Emmanuel Mussolini Merarchy Font Delogmd Palawa Venevi Tie Nazi Germany

Finnish ship sunk off southern Norway by suspected German submarine

A Finish steamer named Martti-Ran nar loaded with wood pulp for uns land was reported sunk today by a submarine off the southern coast of Norway. Crew members said the attacker appeared German and the vessel was damaged with several injured.

Oslo Norway Uns Land Algaic Wihurt

Mexico Amends Nationalization Law to Regain Citizenship

Mexico City Sept 23 A bill amending the nationality law of 1934 was sent to President Cardenas after cabinet approval. The amendment allows Mexican born citizens who lost their nationality to regain it by proving residency in Mexico and applying for naturalization papers through the secretary of foreign relations.

Mexico City Cardenas Chamber of Deputies Congress Mexico Louis

Daylight saving ends tomorrow for 30 million Americans

New York report notes that around 30 million Americans in various communities will gain back the hour of sleep as daylight saving time ends. Many will adjust clocks at 2 am, though some may forget and leave their clocks an hour ahead, disrupting schedules and church services.

York Qaub

FDR to Visit Mother at Hyde Park

President Roosevelt arrived in Hyde Park this morning and drove to his mother Sara Delano Roosevelt’s home to spend the weekend. The 85 year old matriarch awaits him as he continues his duties in the region.

Fdr Hyde Park Mother Jay Aveskien Roosevelt

Stray Dog Attacks Child On Game Road Leaves Wounds

Report states Harald D. Jolley Jr. suffered multiple bites on his right hand and face after a stray dog attacked him near his home on Game Road late Friday. The dog also reportedly bit a second child, with witnesses noting the animal’s aggression.

Harald D. Jolley Jr Hs Homna Jue B. Doley Peling

Four Charged in The Theft Series

Four defendants faced charges in County Court At Law Two after a wave of tire thefts. Wyn James was charged with theft of tires valued at $20 from W F Littleton andHH Buckner and W T Ferrell, plus a trespass count from Woody Harrier. Complaints were filed by City Delivery Aide Hice. All alleged thefts occurred in the past week.

C.J. Matthews At-Law Nu Wyn James Sted Ax Norts Calaveras Sheet W. F. Littleton Rosemary Avenues W. Tt. Ferrell Main Avenue Woody Harrier French Place City Deleelivey A. d, Hice Navy

Hungary and Soviet Russia resume diplomatic ties

In Budapest on September 28 17 Soviet troops on Hungarys Ruthenian frontier. Hungary and Soviet Russia have re established diplomatic relations that were discontinued earlier this year. Both governments agreed to resume formal ties after Hungary pledged to sign the anti commun pact with Germany Italy and Japan.

Budapest Hungary Russia Aca Rust Hunt Bury Maintaad Germany Tenly Japan Naidis

War at a Glance in World War II News Digest

Paris reports three German attacks near Saarbrucken repulsed after heavy artillery. Berlin cites Col Werner von Fritsch killed near Warsaw as fall of Lwow is announced. Oslo notes Finnish steamer Martti Ragnar sunk by a U boat. Genoa mentions food rationing plans. London confirms rationing and registration for Britons. Shanghai reports Chinese forces recapturing Kaoon and Japanese retreat in Kiangsi. Panama hosts 21 American republic representatives studying war effects.

Paris Saarbruecken Basel Berlin Gan Werner von Fritsch Warsaw Lwow Wallington Mparza Oslo Martti Ragnar Panama London Shanghai Kaoon Kiangsi

Hitler Visit Reported On Western Front Amid German Push

Berlin dispatch says Hitler stood near Warsaw with Col. Gen. von Brauchitsch as German forces prepped for a western front drive. French high command reports heavy bombardment on the Saarbrucken area with French infantry repelling several German attacks. Air and artillery activity continued along the front as German troops massed and prepared to strike from the east and west.

Paris Olliiie Adolf Hiller Walther Berlin Hitler Warsaw von Brauchitsch Hind Poland Fuehrer Westwall Hétr Saarbrecken Nformants Maginot Sieprled Mnes Frongols Saarbruecken

Youth Pushed From Moving Train Dies in Kentucky Incident

Ray Wile, 12 AMY Geri, age 1A, of San Antonio, was pronounced dead in Whitley City Kentucky after police said he had been pushed from a moving train. The case details remain under investigation as authorities review evidence and witness statements.

Youu Ray Wile Geri San Antonio Whitley City

Abilene Announces Bentley Appointed Safety Chief

Max Bentley of Abilene named Safety Board member amid tense Crimianl case as four Black men face murder charges in Whitley County after allegedly admitting pushing two white men to their deaths during a freight yard incident. William D. Tittie, 42, of Gin RYttormey identified as second victim. D A Katn and Gerard C. unnamed officials noted.

Abilene Max Bentley Abilyans Tana Ted Nero Whitley Texas Tolwes D. A Bentley A. Katn Bandeen

Calinescu Funeral Procession Amid Purge in Romania

Bucharest reports a national mourning as Funeral arrangements for Premier Calinescu proceed. Authorities claim decisive measures against dissidents, with 212 Tron Guard members executed and sources citing nearly 2000 overall. The body will be moved to Curtea de Argeş for burial per Calinescu’s last wishes.

Bucharest Rumania Sinfn Armand Calmesgus Tron Galinescu Cullnescu Curtea de Atees Call Hnescu Tron Guard

Night Horses Disturb Family as Police Probe Bookie Links

Night disturbances around a racing scene drew police attention after persistent calls seeking odds on horse races. Authorities opened an inquiry into a bookie network tied to gambling activity and potential illegal betting at a West Grimercy area venue on a Saturday night.

W.S. Robey West Grimercy Rovey Isis Humber Siniar Rahey's

Stab Victim in Critical State After City Affray

Andres Gonzales aged 92 of 106 Hays Street was stabbed in the throat during a quarrel at Commerce and Leona streets. He remained in critical condition at Robert B. Green Hospital after his wife reported the attack by two men. He told staff he was assaulted before the ambulance arrived.

Commerce Leona Andres Gonzales Hays Robert B

Woman Falls To Death From Bronx Apartment Roof

A unidentified woman about 35 leaped from a six story Bronx apartment house. Police reported no known relatives or friends in the building as they opened a statewide search. She had black hair brown eyes and a round complexion and wore a checkered coat salmon colored scarf tan shoes and stockings.

New York Bronx

Warsaw Fall Step Nearer

Berlin dispatch reports Warsaw and Modlin near collapse as German forces press west of the Polish capital. Territory claims include surrender of Lwow to Soviet troops and the Polish corridor army's leadership captured or killed. Food rationing and broad cards set to begin Monday, with exemptions for vulnerable groups.

Berlin Warsaw

200 Killed in Turkey Quake Shocks Across Smyrna Region

An earthquake in Turkey's Smyrna region left over 200 dead and many injured as more than 1000 buildings collapsed. A Turkish seaport on the west coast reported strong shocks with underground thunder, causing panic. Government and Red Cross dispatch aid as tremors were felt in Ankara and Istanbul with no casualties reported there.

Istanbul Turkey Deve Smyrna Soria Turkish Asta Mina Red Cross Il Ankara

Big Feet Give Her Away As a Hinv In Paris

In Paris Seph 24 a well dressed woman drew attention as she passed while boulevard onlookers watched. A stroller was stopped and questioned about the woman who proved to be a German man in disguise. He was sent to a concentration camp as an outsider.

Paris Bie

Submarine Seen Off Mexico Coast

Vera Cruz dispatch reports another sighting of a submarine in the Gulf of Mexico off Punta De la Rabda Vera Cruz coast. The motor boat Arturo crew said they saw U boats near the coast prompting precautionary measures including hulls painted in red white and green Mexican colors.

Mexico City vPi Gulf of Mexico Vera Cruz Arturo Punta Dele Rada

Summer Haze Indian Sign Forecast For San Antonio Weekend

Meteorologist J. H. Jarboc predicts a hazy Indian summer over San Antonio with the city fairing for the weekend. Temperatures will peak near 84 degrees and dip to around 86 degrees in humid conditions, with a warm but sunny outlook through the period.

San Antonio Saburcay McMine J. H. Jarboc

Paradise Birds Exhibit at Bronx Zoo Sparks Interest

New York zoological society at Bronx Park adds a new collection of birds of paradise. The birds were acquired from Len S. Brandan, curator of diet, and shipped from northeastern New Guinea to London by Fred Shaw-Myer, an Australian specialist.

New York New York Zoological Society Bronx Park Len S. Brandan New Guiana Londa Fred Shaw-Myer

Prices on shells and cartridges hiked by company

NEW HAVEN Conn Sept 13 The Whichester Repeating Arm company said today it increased prices on shotgun shells by 5 percent and on rifle cartridges by 7 12 percent. A spokesman cited unsettled conditions and rising costs of raw materials as the reason for the rise.

New Haven Conn Whichester Repeating Ans

Two Tire Thefts Reported In Nishomo and Milden Areas

Police reported two more tire thefts on Saturday. H. L. Ligon of 109 South Leona St said thieves took a tire from his truck in Nishomo on the driveway. Milden, 1808 Buena Vista arrest, reported thieves broke into his garage and took a tire.

H. L. Ligon South Leona Street Nishomo A Milden Buena Vista

Texas pension slash hits age relief amid budget gaps

Austin Sept 23 Texas old age pensioners face cuts under the new public welfare board plan reducing monthly checks from six to four credits. Gov Wyane O Daniel pledged higher payments but the board cites a $726000 general reduction and funding gaps, averaging $8.24 of pensions in September for 124126 recipients. Investigations into 35000 applications will proceed slowly as eligibility rechecks occur.

Austin Texas Tarlay Public Welfare Board Ernor Wy Lae O'Daniel O'Daniel Adam R. Jonson Chaiman Beeman Strong Beaumont Strong Bolt Johnson

Justice Butler Sees Comfort After Kidney Attack

Washington Belt 22 In hospital an attendant reported Justice Pitter Butler had a comfortable night. Physicians yesterday described him as a very unwell man suffering a kidney attack.

Washington, Belt Pitter Butler Supreme Court Butler Phyal

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