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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1931
Page
18
A fiery tract argues that America harbors criminals from other nations due to weak immigration laws and lax enforcement. It demands immediate federal state and city action to round up and deport all undesirables and racketeers, warning of a war against crime and underworld influence.
British scientist Sir Arthur Keith argues that racial mixing through intermarriage could create a single human race representing all groups. He envisions "blood pooling" eliminating racial distinctions, while noting controversy over pride and prejudice among existing societies and the idea that some may be eliminated to achieve unity.
A jumble of clerical humor and rural anecdotes from Pleasanton and nearby towns. Notes on watermelons and odd corn counts mingle with stray tales of locals like John Fanta and Elmer Dale, plus playful jests about a Google bird and regional gossip.
By Harry Williams, a shaky riff on a stubborn character named Subbo who pushes others to embrace his own beliefs. The piece mocks forced convictions while referencing Pokeweed Joba, a blacksmith duo, and a failed dictionary search for the words conviction and repentance.
A reflective piece by Elsie Robinson on anonymous letters and their power to unsettle a writer. The author explains how fear and envy drive anonymous critics, and how personal choice can close the door to harmful thoughts and keep one’s mental space intact.
An excerpted discussion from 1951 about common colds linking to diet and vitamin deficiencies. It argues that lack of certain vitamins may contribute to cold symptoms while noting prior studies failed to identify a universal preventive, and hints at a diet based approach to bolstering immune resilience.
A fragmented critique of a 1930s Paris revue titled The Felies, noting cheap vulgarity and a disjointed program. The writer recalls lurid burlesque acts, a touring crowd from cosmopolitan circles, and vivid street scenes including Parisian life, sport, and dining. He recounts specific moments with mixed scorn and curiosity.
A nostalgic critique of modern courtship in which ready made phrases and social scripts replace genuine romance. The piece attacks men who rely on canned flattery and stock compliments, arguing true affection requires spontaneous, sincere love and a fresh, original approach to courtship.
A San Antonio reader notes progress in the third line of the United States army and reserve, praising an approach to detente with a smaller standing force. Damage from a fire at the Groos building on Crockett and Narra rro streets caused about $5000 loss. International and Great Northern railway traffic shows up a 26 percent rise in freight last month. A Corpus Christi summer party of San Antonio youths endured a serious but non fatal auto accident on the beach road late Friday. Names of the party include Clare Ticks Lucy Groben Madeline Oats Teillan Abbott London Bensteeniaker Arthur Bergstrom William Herman and Perchle I Tummell. A Marshals meeting selected Toe Tucker Te as grand marshal and council officers were chosen.
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