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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 18, 1946

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2

Draft plan aims to boost draft pool and deferment rules

Official sources say new draft program is in the works with liberalized deferments. Estimates show 155000 men aged 19 to 29 could be available by March 30, while Army requirements top 185000. Some officials note raising the age limit beyond 29 could increase numbers, but the decision rests with the Army. The draft permits calls up to age 44 and requires 16 year olds to register.

Willard S. Paul Selective Service Army War Department

Pope Pius XI Meets U S Farm Experts In Vatican

Pope Pius XI today received a delegation of agricultural experts led by Norris E. Dodd the U S undersecretary of agriculture studying Italian grain production for a report to the international food congress The pontiff warned against relying on miracles and urged use of ordinary means to ensure subsistence noting the underfed cannot be ignored

Vatican Pius XI Norris E. Dodd United States International Food Congress

Yount Faces Quiz On Airport Gift

Washington officials report a House committee will question Lt Gen Barton K. Yount and Lt Cal Finley over a 407000 surplus airport school granted by the government. The probe also targets the disposal of 475 other surplus schools and hospitals as part of a broader investigation.

Washington House George L. Quinn House Committee WAA Glendale Ariz Barton K. Yount Cal Finley Pete Dunne

Wells Predictions on World War and Atomic Bombs

World War I and II forecasts attributed to H. G. Wells are recounted, noting his 1901 prediction of a coming global conflict and a 1914 foreseeing atomic power. The article cites Wells’s early use of the term atomic bomb and his visions of a future reliant on atomic energy amid labor unrest and shifts in global power.

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LaSalle Extension University Ad Offers Correspondence Courses

An advertising snippet from LaSalle Extension University in Chicago and San Antonio area markets promotes courses by correspondence. It notes law tuition terms and a contact address at 1418 Alamo Street. The ad mentions enrollment information and a Chicago office.

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False Teeth That Loosen Cause Embarrassment

A damaged ad describes FASTEETH powder that helps dentures stay secure and cut denture odor. It targets wearers troubled by loose teeth and embarrassing slips, promising firmer dentures and fresher breath with a simple at-home application.

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