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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1941
Page
14
The piece argues that rising government overhead via taxes raises costs for businesses and consumers. It cites Western Union taxes rising from 24 cents to 62 cents of every dollar in net earnings between 1929 and 1940, noting the broader impact on dividends and wages and urging economies in government expenditures to offset wartime costs.
Our Army Day celebration in San Antonio features 20 000 uniformed soldiers and 2500 motor vehicles parading the streets as civilians and the military mingle in daily life. The piece notes deep civilian Army ties and growing national recognition of the army as an integral part of American society amid the peacetime draft.
Gen Hugh S Johnson contends that if draft of soldiers is justified then labor in defense industries should be drafted as well. He warns against widespread strikes and calls for discipline of uncooperative labor, with target dates and penalties for key workers and stoppages. He notes production and civilian hardship during total war, urging government power to prioritize defense.
The article portrays Washington housing shifts with former embassies and mansions converted into guest houses charging 32.50 to 45 dollars monthly with meals. It notes government workers receiving reduced rents and hints at wedded life rituals like kitchen and linen showers amid a mix of social commentary and urban lore. Notables include John Anthony offering advice and attendees in mink coats and orchids.
The piece recounts a speaker’s remarks on marriage shown through witty zingers about its duration and the ideal of gentlemanly conduct. It reflects a social salon tone with jests about gender roles and lasting happiness amid urban life.
A mixed set of trivia prompts asking who wrote the words to Kathleen Mavourneen Maryland and Keep the Home Fires Burning. Shakespeare questions about a nobleman’s eyes and a riding horse with a rattled saddle. events tied to Bethlehem Gethsemane and Golgotha. a presidential lyric query. anatomy trivia about the Adam's apple and an artery. the three ships of Columbus. and locations in Carpenter's Hall Ely Hen Magadine Page for the Anuewetag.
A reflective essay likens spring cleaning of chaparral to clearing life’s obstacles. The author compares old habits and prejudices to dense brush, urging decisive action to reveal open vistas, horizons, and renewed growth as spring returns.
Disjointed items report on an acorn mixture and resins for highways in Michigan, infra red camera plates in London, state automobile emblems, Juneau population, cattle ringworm treatment, a painting of medicine, and a misdated note about Japan, Charlestown museum and the 1773 war cost.
A shadowed view of congressional opinion on Roosevelt labor programs and industry wage dynamics. The piece discusses administration influence on Ford strike timing, wage and price inflation links, and potential government price controls. It notes selective service training plans and Pan American subsidy moves to curb air transport competition, with legislative timing and political maneuvering.
Dr Herman explains that hardened arteries roughen vessel walls, slowing blood flow and risking clots that can block heart arteries. He notes symptoms, diagnosis timing, and treatments including rest, fluids, narcotics for pain, and digitalis. diet and gradual return to activity follow, with long recovery and lifestyle changes to prevent recurrence.
Edward Syers heads the Main Avenue High School honor roll with A grades. Ten others join with A averages, including Dick Fleming and Janet Pomerantz. Paul E. Stoffier seeks state office in May. Judge F D Milde granted a patent ruling, while Minor’s court bid for a can opener patent faced setback. Additional baseball diamonds announced for amateur tennis venues. Mayor Sam Hell addresses City Club and baseball fans.
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