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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 02, 1939

Page

7

Winged Guardians of America

A 30th anniversary salute to the U S Army Air Corps marked by massed flights and demonstrations nationwide. In San Antonio and major cities, pursuit ships and bombers showcase progress from the Wright brothers’ 1909 plane to today’s fighters, emphasizing security and antiwar resolve across North and South America. The piece stresses protective roles of air power and vows no foreign wars brought to American shores.

America U. S. Army Air Corps San Antonio Army Wright Brothers Smithsonian Institution Army Air Corps North South America

Ireland denounces English bombings by Irish outlaws

Prime Minister De Valera condemns a wave of bombing outrages in England attributed to extreme Irish republicans. He stresses there is no Irish government or people support for the violence and warns against punitive measures that would unjustly affect Ireland. He says outlawry is England’s problem, not Ireland’s.

DE Valera Ireland England America

Common Sense From New Jersey Alcohol Commissioner Sparks Debate

A column mocks New Jersey alcohol commissioner and his rulings on barkeeps, likening him to a Hollywood gag man and lampooning his scholarly image. The writer notes his stance on a barrel around a St Bernard and compares him to Franklin, while touching on his approach to stray topics and state policies.

New Jersey Ben Franwell D. Frederick Durnell Hill Commonwealth St. Bernard Draudiv Atlantic City Richard

Commissioner Defends Swastikas as American Symbol

A writer argues swastikas can be distinctly American, contesting claims they honor Hitler. The Rutgers alum and university commissioner, broad and sturdy in build, weighs moral authority with wit as he challenges opponents and reflects on culture, identity, and history.

Hitler Ullback Rutgers

Chronic Hives and Possible Causes in Medical Note

A fragmentary medical note discusses chronic hives, possible causes, and treatments. It mentions infections, medicines, foods, and substances that may trigger hives, and references Dr Jonathan Faryan of Columbus. It describes trial eliminations of foods like eggs and bananas and outlines dietary measures and drug considerations to prevent attacks.

Jonatien Faryan Columbus Clug

Gallbladder Disease Misdiagnosis Clarified in Medical Q A

Dr Herman Bundesen explains gallbladder trouble can mimic other symptoms and requires precise diagnosis, noting X rays may be needed. The Q A touches on misinterpretation, treatment prevention, and patient concerns from a mother of three. The article cites medical context and cautions against self diagnosis.

Wigan Cony

Notable Characters and Odd Deaths in Classic Tales

A playful riddle-like survey lists famous literary figures with quirky traits and fates. From mercantle merchants to fairy companions, it pairs each character with a curious scenario, including mistaken beliefs, woodshed scolding, ballad writing, and long imprisonment.

Calleh Q March Fiuhrer Ariner Ifnik Garsal Bir Agethier Ueaight King Fecha Gynescnta

Purges widen in Soviet leadership and U S politics

Washington report surveys sweeping changes as Stalin purges senior generals and diplomats including Stern and Litvinoff, noting Moscow’s tightened control and doubts about reliability. The piece also covers House Democratic caucus struggles over spending, housing, and prevailing wages amid Roosevelt policy debates.

Tilon Boesker Bankhead Rayburn Titnois Illinois Bankhead House Roosevelt

Is Petticoat Government Changing American Boys

A spirited letter panel asks if female influence in home and school weakens boys. Mrs. Dale Britton of Perry Oklahoma argues mothers must teach respect and independence while fathers must share discipline and guidance. She notes mothers bear daily burdens and many loyal women model good sportsmanship despite limited recognition.

America Olis Nul Joanna Britton Perry Oklahoxera Nob Dale Britton Boxig Percy

Do Mothers Work and Worry More Than Fathers

A fragmentary 1990 text questions gender roles and male attitudes, debating whether mothers sacrifice more and wives deserve special consideration, with a casual invitation to discuss further over a mate’s gathering and reference to bomb shelters.

King Fenn Gynd

Incomplete Prose of Wise Words and Quotes

A fragmentary collection of aphorisms attributed to Cicero Gorlike and George Mes. The text presents misquoted or garbled lines about mistakes persistence beliefs and wisdom, with Dowdle cited as a beginning rather than an end.

Dowdle George Mes

Appointment of Quintanilla to lead Cassiano park duties

A newly appointed director Alex Quintanilla will assume duties immediately as the 14th director named for San Antonio's municipal playgrounds. Present plans call for seven more appointments. Knights of Pythias Elks lodge No. 35 installed officers at Odd Fellows hall with H C G Sir John as chancellor commander and other officers named.

Alex. Quintanilla Cassiano Park Milsra Square John Hansard Quintanille San Antonio Hansard Sali Knights of Pythias Elks Lodge No. 35 Odd Fellows Hall H. CG John B. Niiycomor Shartes R Southwell H. ‘von Schrele Thomas ¥. Banks H.C. Martin

Marry Go Round Tales of Hosts and Diet Dilemmas at Home

The passage sketches kitchen scenes where hosts grapple with accommodating guests and dieting quirks. It contrasts male and female appetites, notes guests’ varied diets, and wryly portrays the chaos of feeding a crowd while avoiding common comfort foods and indulgences.

Dieting Women and the Restaurant Myth

A fragmentary piece humorously details dieting women at a restaurant, mocking their preferences for bland breakfast items and strict fruit choices while contrasting expectant indulgence at cocktails. It skewers modern diet culture with playful exaggeration and faint celebrity-style commentary.

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