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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 06, 1942

Page

14

America Must Be Worthy of Her Fighting Boys in Army

President Roosevelt proclaims Army Day to honor citizen soldiers and the vast, capable American army. He urges all Americans to support the war effort, back the troops, and uphold the ideals of freedom, justice, and brotherhood as the nation and world face the crisis.

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The Monogram Mystery of Household Initials

In the Brighter Side essay the author notes monogrammed towels, glassware, and furniture in private homes across the United States. The piece questions why initials always belong to the lady of the house and suggests a 50-50 partnership, raising humor about who should own or mark household items. The anecdote cites a Broadway producer, Rufus Le Matre, and observes that gifts for brides are marked with the bride’s initials, implying social norms around ownership and identity.

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Monogram Mischief in Matrimonial Writings

Damon Runyon notes playful concerns on marriage and initials, joking that a wife may alter her monogram after a split or future remarriage. He suggests husbands rarely recall their wife’s maiden name, leaving a sense of unfamiliarity in the home.

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March of Events in Benjamin DeCasseres Piece

The excerpt analyzes Benjamin DeCasseres Marches and hints at Hawthorne's North American Wheel of the Future from Scribner's. It contrasts fragile articles with bold prophecies and suggests Hawthorne offers solid logic to face upcoming upheavals.

Hawthorne Uniel Scvibners

New threat to democracy described in shaky prophecy

A fragmented clipping warns of technocracy, a gray uniformed rule, and a "monad" as a future weapon. It cites Howard Scott, a push for conscription, and a pervasive machine rule, while praising Canada as a counterforce and noting political dangers from blocs in Congress. The text blends political critique with dubious futurist rhetoric.

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War Dispatches From Front Lines Describe Bombing Grit and Infiltration Tactics

The report notes steadfast positions at Corregidor and Malta amid air raids, detailing doctrine on anti aircraft defenses and the impracticality of shielding ships and cities. It cites Japanese night raids on Bataan, infiltration tactics, and the careful use of aerial photography to direct artillery and infantry actions, while highlighting German bread and meat rations as part of overall war strain.

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Skin Rashes and Remedies by Dr Herman WNI

A historic column explains sun and contact rashes, their varied causes, and common home and medical treatments. It notes that symptoms vary in duration, advises skin specialist study if persistent, and emphasizes relief from itching, dietary adjustments, hydration, and proper topical remedies.

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Those Texans by James Farber Burling the mitten Ios OB

A tarnished tale of Victoria's mayor Rogers known as Winger for his three thumbs. In a deadly epidemic the city struggled as burials strained coffers. Black Peter aided funerals, charging ten cents and whisky, then vanished to New Orleans where he died years later.

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