Resource Type

[Clipping: Gen. Kraus Attends WASP Wing Review] (open access)

[Clipping: Gen. Kraus Attends WASP Wing Review]

Newspaper clipping of an article about Brigadier General Walter F. Kraus attending a WASP Wing Review and graduation ceremonies. The article lists some of the graduates at the ceremony.
Date: unknown
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: Pushing The Limits] (open access)

[Clipping: Pushing The Limits]

Newspaper clipping of an article about Alma Jeschien, her job as an air-show pilot, the story of the WASPs, and the organization's upcoming reunion in San Antonio. Articles about politics are included on the back of the clipping.
Date: September 8, 1992
Creator: Pisano, Marina
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: S.A. Girl Gets WASP Wings] (open access)

[Clipping: S.A. Girl Gets WASP Wings]

Newspaper clipping of an article about Eleanor Michel McLernon's graduation from the WASP flight school and Esther L. Stahr beginning her training for WASP flight school. The article includes close-up photographs of both women. There is part of a large advertisement on the back of the clipping.
Date: November 12, 1944
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: Pushing The Limits] (open access)

[Clipping: Pushing The Limits]

Newspaper clipping of an article about Alma Jeschien, a WASP member, working as an air-show pilot. The articles includes personal stories from her experiences a pilot, and a photograph of Jeschien standing next to a small propeller on a tarmac. On the back of the clipping are a few articles, letters to the editor, and a multi-panel political cartoon.
Date: September 8, 1992
Creator: Pisano, Marina
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: Military women remember past, celebrate the future] (open access)

[Clipping: Military women remember past, celebrate the future]

Newspaper clipping of the first part of an article about military servicewomen being honored with a memorial at the Arlington National Cemetary. The article includes a photograph of Welda Smith, Karen Vaught, Sue Wright, and Dori Johnson at the memorial dedication. On the back of the clipping, there is part of an article with a photo of a woman in a floral dress.
Date: 1997
Creator: Pisano, Marina
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: Pilot speaks out on harassment] (open access)

[Clipping: Pilot speaks out on harassment]

Newspaper clipping of an article about Desert Storm pilot Lt. Col. Kelly S. Hamilton speaking out about the sexual harassment and sexism she experienced in the Air Force. The article includes a photograph of Hamilton speaking with WASP Betty W. Shipley at a conference. On the back of the clipping are obituaries and classified listings.
Date: September 11, 1992
Creator: Pisano, Marina
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: "Pilot Speaks Out on Harassment", September 11, 1992] (open access)

[Clipping: "Pilot Speaks Out on Harassment", September 11, 1992]

Newspaper clipping with an article about sexual harassment in the military and how Lieutenant Colonel Kelly Hamilton believes it becomes widespread.
Date: September 11, 1992
Creator: Pisano, Marina
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: Lady Mechanic Joins 'Hell and Thunder Crew' at Duncan] (open access)

[Clipping: Lady Mechanic Joins 'Hell and Thunder Crew' at Duncan]

Newspaper clipping of an article about Eleanor "Mickey" McLernon Brown working as a mechanic at the Duncan Field Air Force hangars, as well as her personal history and experiences with WASP. The article includes a photograph of Eleanor working with a screwdriver on a plane. On the back of the clipping is a large photo of a mom with two children, sitting in a grassy yard.
Date: [1939..]
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: W.A.S.P. sisters in the sky] (open access)

[Clipping: W.A.S.P. sisters in the sky]

Newspaper clipping of an article about WASP experiences serving in WWII. On the back of the clipping, there are advertisements for a television and gift certificates, as well as an article about lambada dancing.
Date: March 17, 1990
Creator: McDaniel, Niki Frances
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: Wing Talk] (open access)

[Clipping: Wing Talk]

Newspaper clipping of an article about WASP, current projects by the Women's National Aeronautical Association, aviation industry leaders who are also sportsmen, and Japanese bombers. The article includes a photograph of a young woman, Eleanor Michael "Mickey" McLernon, gassing up a B-24 plane. There is a color advertisement for a General Electric television on the back of the clipping.
Date: unknown
Creator: Bowersock, Justin D.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: Women finally share nation's military glory] (open access)

[Clipping: Women finally share nation's military glory]

Newspaper clippings of an article about a memorial to military servicewomen, including brief personal stories about the women being honored. the article includes three photographs of the women being honored and the women who attended the memorial dedication ceremony. Those pictured include, Dahrie Christiansen daughter of Jean Samoska Army Air corp., Air Force Brig. Gen.Wilma Vaught, Tipper Gore, and Dorthy Budacki WAVES with he two daughters. On the back of the clippings are advertisements and part of an article about historical events on the article's day of publication.
Date: unknown
Creator: Pisano, Marina
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: Women Airforce Service Pilots celebrate 50th with conference] (open access)

[Clipping: Women Airforce Service Pilots celebrate 50th with conference]

Newspaper clipping of an article about WASP meeting for their 50th anniversary conference. The article also briefly details the history of WASP. On the back of the clipping are photographs of people at different events.
Date: unknown
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping photocopies: Female fliers' wartime work finally winning recognition] (open access)

[Clipping photocopies: Female fliers' wartime work finally winning recognition]

Photocopies of newspaper clippings of an article about female pilots from WWII being recognized for their service. The article includes photographs of the pilots, including Betty Williamson Shipley, Madge Leon Moore, Dorothy Smith Lucas, and Holly Hollinger Grasso.
Date: September 6, 1992
Creator: Pisano, Marina
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: Pushing The Limits] (open access)

[Clipping: Pushing The Limits]

Newspaper clipping of an article about Alma Jeschien, a WASP member, working as an air-show pilot. The articles includes personal stories from her experiences a pilot, and a photograph of Jeschien standing next to a small propeller on a tarmac. On the back of the clipping are a few articles, letters to the editor, and a multi-panel political cartoon.
Date: September 8, 1992
Creator: Pisano, Marina
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: Out of the kitchen and into the cockpit] (open access)

[Clipping: Out of the kitchen and into the cockpit]

Newspaper clipping of an article aboutWASP member Eleanor "Mickey" McLernon Brown, and her experiences serving in WWII. On the back of the clipping is a stock report, an agriculture report, and a coupon for a buffet restaurants.
Date: [2007..]
Creator: Brandon, Aprill
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: Female pilots were World War II's 'best-kept secret'] (open access)

[Clipping: Female pilots were World War II's 'best-kept secret']

Newspaper clipping explaining the experiences of the Women Airforce Service Pilots (U.S.) and how applicants were selected and trained to serve the in the U.S. Air Force during World War II. A photograph of former WASP member, Ann Holaday is displayed on this clipping.
Date: 2003
Creator: Rivas, Lisa Harrison
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: Women served a key, and thankless, role as pilots] (open access)

[Clipping: Women served a key, and thankless, role as pilots]

Newspaper clipping describing the organization of the Women's Auxiliary Ferrying Squadron (WAFS), their experiences and how one of their members, Jacqueline Cochran formed the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASPs). A photograph of the WAFS in uniform is included in this clipping.
Date: unknown
Creator: Rickman, Sarah Bryne
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: Ninety-Nine's Prepare Air Treasure Hunt] (open access)

[Clipping: Ninety-Nine's Prepare Air Treasure Hunt]

Newspaper clipping of an article about San Antonio's chapter of the Ninety-Nines, an organization for female pilots. The clipping includes a captioned photograph of Julian Onderdonk's painting "Bluebonnet Field." The back of the clipping includes a calendar of events and an ad from Frost Bros. department store.
Date: unknown
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: Birthday Bonanza: S.A.'s Historic Legacy] (open access)

[Clipping: Birthday Bonanza: S.A.'s Historic Legacy]

Newspaper clipping featuring a map and descriptions of San Antonio's notable landmarks. The bottom of the page includes an illustration of Mission San Jose. The back of the clipping includes photographs, articles, and an ad from Frost Bros. department store.
Date: June 13, 1976
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: WASP Say...Thank You Sweetwater] (open access)

[Clipping: WASP Say...Thank You Sweetwater]

Newspaper clipping with an announcement from the WASP thanking the city of Sweetwater for their hospitality and making their 46th reunion enjoyable. Articles about sports are also included.
Date: October 1, 1986
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: The Forgotten Gals of WWII] (open access)

[Clipping: The Forgotten Gals of WWII]

Newspaper clipping of an article about the WASP and their efforts to obtain veterans' status and benefits. Two photographs of WASP and San Antonio resident Ann Holaday accompany the article. The back of the clipping includes a listing of sports scores, two articles, and a photograph of Ethel Kennedy and her children.
Date: November 21, 1976
Creator: Towery, Bill
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: Three Kelly Girls Attain Goal--Join Wasps] (open access)

[Clipping: Three Kelly Girls Attain Goal--Join Wasps]

Newspaper clipping about five employees at Kelly Field who applied to join the WASP. The article notes that three of the women have been accepted into the April training class and that the other two women expect to join the May training class. The back of the clipping features an article about a baseball game at Kelly Field.
Date: April 8, 1944
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: "WASPs Take to Air For Patriotic Love"] (open access)

[Clipping: "WASPs Take to Air For Patriotic Love"]

Newspaper clipping with an article about Ann Holiday and Holly Grasso's time with the WASP and how men responded to women participation in the war effort.
Date: October 12, 1984
Creator: Lawrie, Susan
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: Potential WASPs] (open access)

[Clipping: Potential WASPs]

Newspaper clipping containing a photograph of six female employees of Kelly Field standing in front of an airplane. The photograph's caption notes that five of the women have applied to join the WASP. The masthead for "The Flying Times" and an article about blood plasma transfusions are included on the back of the clipping.
Date: March 4, 1944
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History