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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 06, 1940

Page

14

Russia Real Peril To World Warns of Soviet Expansion

A parliamentary summation by Molotov warns the United States of Russia not taking a formal part in the war while eyeing vast gains. It argues Soviet Russia seeks to dominate Europe and impose communism, threatening freedom and turning Europe into a Russian-led bloc. The piece urges the U.S. to avoid war to prevent becoming a slave state to Russia.

Russia Molotov United States Poland Finland Estonia Latvia Lithuania Rumania Germany Italy Britain Soviet Russia Europe

Learn Spanish to build ties with American republics

Secretary of State Cordell Hull urges Americans to learn Spanish and Portuguese to foster better relations among the American republics. He notes past conferences, language and cultural differences, and the value of education in expanding access to the cultural resources of these tongues both inside and outside schools.

Cordell Hull Hull

Ghost Stories of Beaufort and Legendary Hauntings

Readers ponder ghosts from history with tales of Le Chere the dwarf and the White Lady of the Hohengollerns. Harper’s Bazaar notes visions linked to nerves and memory, while Thackeray’s remark frames belief. A Wiscasset tale of the Utterld Lady endures with a long nosed specter seen by two sisters.

Dow Beaufort America le Chere France Jean Ripaut Marich Lowndes Harper's Bazaar Mary Hohengollerns Germany Duke of Argyll Loch Fyne Thackeray Harpex's Bazaar Utte Ald Iady Wiscasset Sue Ta~dia

The Search for Happiness Gives Way to Growth and Work

A reflective piece argues happiness is not the ultimate aim. Growth through living, risking, learning, and enduring pain is valued higher. The author rejects inner bliss as essential and declares life should seek meaningful work over mere happiness. Cony’t 1940 by King Yenx Synd. The.

Ollipop Christ Bocrates Lincoln King Yenx

August 6 1920 city items open and air feats reported

In 1920 the city released eight tax clerks since August 1 and cut the budget after annexation plans faltered. The Peter Pan miniature golf course on Broadway opens with profits to Lions Parents' council and Junior Yanks on site. An air service crew, flying a Delavigne ship with seven aboard, reaches 18 070 feet. Police warn motorists against harassment as a crackdown is promised.

Frank H. Bushick C. M. Chambers Broadway Parents’ Council of Lions Junior Yanks Harry L. Weddington Air Service Delavilland

Knowledge Quiz Scramble From Classic Figures

A fragmented knowledge test lists literary and mythic names with partial clues. It mentions Jupiter, Ulysses, Socrates, King Arthur, Diana, and others, hinting at answers on the answer page. The item appears as a syndicate distributed quiz strip.

Jupiter Pristram Hanthos Ulysses Agnes Socrates Warmba Scott Arthur Voitalrn Firetocks Wae Twickenham Alexander George Sand Madame Tarael Wits Srecies Camis King

The Light Presents Impartial 1940 Campaign Letters

The Light prints reader letters showing opposing views on campaign issues for 1940. Space may limit publication, and opinions expressed are not necessarily The Light's.

The Light

Why I ll Vote For Willkie

John J. O Connor argues for backing Wendell Willkie over Franklin D. Roosevelt in the 1940 election. He cites Willkie as a lifelong Democrat turned rival to Roosevelt’s third-term push, notes Willkie’s past Democratic alignment and opposition to the Ku Klux Klan, and attacks Roosevelt as anglophile and dictatorial. He urges real Democrats to prefer Willkie for national welfare over party loyalty.

John J. O'Connor House of Representatives Wendell L. Willkie Willkie Madison Square Garden Alfred E. Smith Sixteenth New York Congressional District Congress Roosevelt Washington Woodrow Wilson Great Britain United States Shakespeare James A. Farley Chicago Hopkins Ickes Farley Jefferson Jackson Cleveland Wilson Pure Food and Drug Administration

Roosevelt Endorsement by Bronx Borough President Lyons

James J. Lyons writes as Bronx Borough President urging support for Franklin D. Roosevelt. He lauds Roosevelt’s foreign policy, domestic leadership, and efforts to improve living standards, while criticizing Willkie and framing Roosevelt as the choice of the common people. Lyons predicts historians will hail Roosevelt as the greatest president.

James J. Lyons Bronx Franklin D. Roosevelt Roosevelt Liberty Willkie Willkie Tan Franklin Delano Roosevelt United States

Hidden Motives at 1940s Presidential Nomination

Washington reports reveal a tense convention fight over Roosevelts renomination. Garner and Farley resisted acclamation, facing private pressure and public doubt as Timmons pressed for unity, while Garner insisted on principle and Farley defended loyalty.

Roosevelt Dim Farley FDR Harry Hopking Garner Farley Willkie Bascom Tinmons Garener Texas Timmons Timmoots Tim Farley Jim Chicago King

Mouth Infections Linked to Diet Deficiencies in Vitamins

Dr. Henry Field Jr of Ann Arbor notes Vincent's infection or trench mouth rises when diet lacks essential vitamins. Anaerobic germs thrive on weak tissues, with gingivitis and pyorrhea common. Blood disorders like leukemia or anemia and diseases such as diabetes increase risk, while deficiency of vitamins A B complex or C can trigger or worsen the condition. Treatment advised includes a daily concentrated preparation of vitamins G and B complex.

Vincent Henry Field Jy Ann Arbor Mich Vincenta Field

Vitamin C and B Complex Tablets For Diet Support

Dr Herman N Bundesen outlines vitamin needs including ascorbic acid and B complex tablets. He notes the importance of vitamin A via cod liver oil and warns about Vincent's infection causing mouth ulcers and gum swelling. A suggested treatment uses hydrogen peroxide mouthwash or perborate preparations to deliver oxygen and combat germs.

Vincent

Letter to the Editor on campaign claims and money

Edwin Wallet writes a provocative letter alleging MO Flowers secretary of state supported a candidate for representative in Iron Hays and Caldwell counties. He claims kissing 40 babies of various sizes but offers no charges for kissing. He challenges opponents to oppose him, hinting at financial limits for future campaigns.

M.O. Flowers Iron Hays Caldwell Texas Edwin Wallet

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