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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1941
Page
16
The Dies committee chief declares hundreds of Communists work in the federal government, including defense roles, explaining strikes and weak inflation controls. He urges full public revelation and eradication to purge government of totalitarian agents and complete Americanization.
A wave of prominent cartoonists including McManus Fisher Hainer Lee Falk and King Features artists join a morale cartoon campaign to educate the nation on the defense job. Organized by Appreciate America Inc chaired by Irving Mansfield the effort seeks broad public understanding of American principles through illustrated works.
Damon Runyon notes the success of "Appreciate America" posters, praising their clarity and appeal to all ages. He contrasts with prior inaction on educating the public for government and church initiatives and cites James Montgomery Flagg’s iconic Uncle Sam poster as a model.
The narrator recalls the 1906 San Francisco earthquake and its devastation. Wires down and presses stalled, yet survivors organize relief. Women, shipyard workers, and volunteers gather at makeshift headquarters to supply food, medicine, and bandages while the city burns and nerves remain taut. The “Girls” from the waterfront approach with a plea to help, seeking to share in the aid effort.
Elsie Robinson narrates a scene where ailing nun Flertrothec steps forward and helps the painted woman, breaking a wall of sorrow as she accepts aid. In a collective moment, the women welcome support at the table, while distant figures like Galenea and the Brides of Chileb loom in the background amid a brokered land context.
A district board member denounces a proposed policy restricting tobacco use by students and staff, citing disciplinary actions and broader health concerns. Resolutions aim to bar tobacco entirely and curb its spread among soldiers and civilians amid debate on stricter rules for schools and the community.
The piece discusses Roosevelt Churchill talks and the Ukraine front, noting wartime secrecy and press blackout. It cites naval actions, Red Army movements near the Velga and Ural regions, and analyzes how leaders use postwar peace talk as public theater while action follows.
The article cites Dr. George W. Cox noting hazards from swivel and rocking chairs in offices and homes. It discusses risks from bad posture and inactivity, compares crashes and safety, and adds that habit stands in for comfort, with mentions of gender differences and common office furnishings.
A medical overview explains that headaches arise from various sources including eyestrain, eating, infections, or allergies. It notes that pain may originate from meninges or blood vessels and stresses thorough exams to identify underlying diseases, with eye, spine, and brain assessments guiding treatment decisions.
Dr J N Barndesen notes headaches vary in cause with irregular attacks often signaling migraine or neuralgia. He warns brain tumor or high blood pressure can mimic migraine pain and describes dull throbbing pain worsened by bending, dizziness, and unilateral migraine patterns.
In Texas a clash arose when army examining surgeon Dr Charles Wilcox rejected Capt S L McAdoo Capt Eugene Hernandez and Capt Roger Roberdon for service at Austin muster. Gov Culberson and Adjt. Gen. Mabry pressed to allow enlistment as officers challenged by medical rulings. The dispute highlighted Texas militia leadership and presidential war efforts with the mobilization of the Texas troops.
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