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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 05, 1939

Page

8

Save America from All Foreign Isms

A Madison Square Garden keynote by Martin Dies of the Dies committee warns against Marxists and foreign influence. He accuses Stalinist agents in unions and liberal groups, condemns communism and calls for Congress to root out foreign propagandists and “reds” to restore the American way.

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What Is the Game Rights and countertrade with Nippon questioned

The piece argues America should expose hidden ententes with France England and Roosevelt rather than maintain secret covenants. It questions embargos against Japan and warns against letting foreign agreements guide U S policy while emphasizing democratic transparency and open covenants.

Mr. Roosevelt Congressional Stooges Mr. Wilson France Hong Kong Hiller Stalin Mussolini America

Pity Versus Faith in Adversity: A Razored Counsel

A speaker argues pity harms those in trouble and urges embracing faith over sympathy. He claims most people resist getting over distress and cling to victimhood, while true strength comes from self reliance and action. He criticizes pity as a demoralizing drug and promotes faith as the remedy to lift oneself from hardship.

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Slars and Stripes Pay as you go aid

Fragmented text mentions a woman and a neighbor, with unclear references to sharing blame and directing actions. It parrots themes of taking responsibility and social behavior in neighborhood relations without clear events, dates, or concrete names.

At the Bar Hipster Musings on Free Lunch Woes

Edwin C. Hill writes a humorous column about being broke in bars, the odd free lunches, pretzels and popcorn as salvation, and the era’s saloon culture. He riffs on Boston bars banning meals, patrons chasing free sustenance, and the social quirks of drinkers and barkeeps amid a harsh winter.

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Notable Jewish Dishes and Delicacies Across Regions

A fragmented menu listing foods such as croquettes, minced meat balls, baked stews, liver and heart dishes, and pastries. Some items reference unleavened bread and wine, hinting at a culinary survey from a historical kitchen or cookbook.

White House drafts anti profiteering war law and political maneuvering

Washington reports a drastic new anti profiteering scheme being developed at the White House led by Ben Cohen and possibly proposed by President Roosevelt. The plan borrows a 1650 English law against market hoarding, targeting raw material holders with heavy fines and imprisonment. Concurrently a tax proposal seeks to confiscate the dwindling profits, while public attention centers on Mrs. Roosevelt and the Dies committee episode, including youth groups and publicity stunts. The piece also notes Chrysler strike mediation efforts led by James Dewey and ongoing reforms to the National Labor Relations Board amid labor and business tensions.

Washington White House Banihes Ben Cohen Roosevelt Conetess Cohen Gohen Treasury Foley

Heart Health and the Elect cardiogram Discovery

A discussion of heart function and breakdown causes, including germs entering the heart and wear over time. Rest and proper care aid weak hearts, and the electrocardiogram helps detect abnormal heart conditions. The narrator recalls attempting to improve fitness through regular strenuous exercise with medical guidance.

Heart testing prevents tragedy in athletes and fits safe gym use

An account stresses electrocardiograms for athletes to detect hidden heart disorders before exertion. Without testing, damaged hearts risk collapse and death during activity, though some resist accepting medical advice. The piece notes how ongoing testing guides activity limits and timing of return to work or sport.

Northside Junior High site chosen south of Woods Town

J G Hornberger president of the San Antonio board of education announced support for a site south of Woods Town for the new Northside Junior High. Earlier plans favored a northwest location by the lake amid objections over lower valley land and uncertainty that the northwestern area would secure the senior high.

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