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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 21, 1950

Page

8

Leave Industry Free To Do Its Job

Premier Stalin once acknowledged American industrial capacity helped win the war. The piece argues that today Stalin would fear American industrial might in any future conflict, and urges preserving minimal government control to keep the United States as the arsenal of democracy ready for any challenge. American industry must be left free to perform this vital role.

Remier Stalin Soviet Russia U.S Russia Stalin Warl Bunting National Association of Manufacturers Bunting

Bible verse reflection for today and prayer guidance

A concise devotional notes a Bible verse from Thessalonians 5 16 18 urging joy prayer and gratitude as the will of God in Christ Jesus for daily life. The short meditation invites readers to embrace constant prayer and thankful living.

Jesus

These Days and the Korea War Polarization

A George E. Sokolsky column argues the United States faces a broader struggle with Soviet Russia beyond Korea. It condemns public relations failures, urges readers to rally behind leadership, and warns that defeat could bring pressure from 800 million Asiatic people and a Slavo-Mongolian bloc. The piece invokes Truman, Acheson, Lindbergh, and past presidents to stress national survival.

House of Representatives Congress Un-American Activities Committee Marcantonio Lee Pressman American Labor Party Harry Bridges San Francisco Russia Korea Acheson State Department California

Facts from a World of Geography and History Tidbits

A brief collection notes geography and history points. It mentions that over a fourth of the world’s tlhps are produced in Malaysia a 1846 British development plan in Malaysia and details about the Grand Canyon’s length depth width and formation by erosion. It adds Maj John Wesley Powell as the first man to travel the canyon by boat in 1869.

Grand Canyon Maj John Powell Yn

The Attractiveness of Good Writing

The note reflects on writing quality as a subtle, partly undefinable trait that remains evident in any strong instance. It suggests that good prose reveals itself through clarity, precision, and impact even when not explicitly labeled as superior.

Broadway and Elsewhere in Roaring 1940s Beat Scene

A collage of Hollywood and New York gossip sketches from the Riviera to Broadway. Notes on Monte Carlo gambling, socialites and matrons, and the era’s power brokers and entertainers. Mentions of Truman, Kellerman, Luciano, and Ruth Snyder’s daughter amid rapid celebrity chatter.

Footwear dermatitis from shoe materials and moisture

Foot irritation from footwear is often tied to moisture and materials used in shoe linings and insoles. Water-repellent construction traps sweat, while damp thin socks allow irritants to reach the skin. Adhesives, coatings, and heel pads contribute to dermatitis and possible infections like ringworm.

Bacring Down On the News Editorial Spurts on War Arms Policy

An unsigned column parodies Pentagon strategy and political doublespeak. It likens arming former enemies to buying an engagement ring, warning that small gains can lead to larger trouble, with sharp satire of Ceremies and German policy.

Foot dermatitis and night sweats cause guidance from a doctor

Dr. Bundesen notes sweating on the soles and skin pressure from straps worsen dermatitis. Cure often means going barefoot to identify and remove sensitive substances. A Q and A discusses night sweats with common causes like excessive covers and chronic infections such as tuberculosis, urging a physical exam.

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Bees Weigh In On Boston Visit For Spring Training

The Bulletin notes interest from Commissioner Henry Hein and the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce in bringing the Boston Bees to town for next year’s spring training. The piece mentions Dick Dunavan and Aug 24 1930 as context and cites Miriam Jergison opposing Ross Sterling in the governor’s race with rally plans at Alamo Park featuring Mrs. Gov. Barry Miller and C. C. McDonald of Wichita Falls.

Dick Dunavan Fark Henry F. Hein Boston Bees Hein San Antonio Chamber of Commerce Miriam ‘A. Jergison Ross Sterling Alamo Pare Barry Miller C. C. McDonald Wichita Fells James Young Jr

Daughters of the Republic fund drive aids Alamo roof project

The Galveston chapter sent 350 dollars to the Alamo Building Committee for a new roof per treasurer Mrs. J M Kincaid. Also notes Var gas Vargas, aged 116, San Antonio resident since 1821, died Friday. Deputy Sheriff Caruthers and Officer Flaherty jailed five boys for river bathing and no bathing suits. they were cautioned. Also a citizen critique of rotten culverts on E Commerce Street and a desire for better rock work to fix ditches.

Galveston the Daughters of the Republic Alamo Building Committee J. M. Kincaid van Vargas San Antonio Vargas Juan Vargas Lve Ang Jim Caruthers Flaherty

Anti Communist drive stirs party tensions in 1948 era

A reflection on Truman era battles with communism, Senate anti-Communist push, and the impact on Democratic politics. The piece highlights Mundt’s and Nixon’s roles, Hiss case reverberations, and party realignments affecting Idaho, California, and national power dynamics.

Harry Henry W. 1 Brolh Idaho Henry Dlowning D. Worth Clark McCall Taylor Pat McCarran Nevada Truman Senate

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