07 Dec 1957
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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1957
Page
1
The piece marks the 16th anniversary of Pearl Harbor as a day of memory and warning. It notes the United States faced no provocation yet admits lax preparedness contributed to the disaster. It argues stronger defenses are needed and honors President Roosevelt’s call to learn from the past to secure the future.
Harry H. Rogers lifelong educator lawyer and churchman spent years in Missouri and the Indian Territory before building a San Antonio career. He led the Rotary Club as president and rose to international president of the Disciples of Christ. He chaired the San Antonio school board for five years and served on boards at TCU University of Oklahoma Phillips University Taid and Peabody College Nashville.
Dag Hammarskjold, UN secretary general, brokered a cease in the Mt. Scopus area near Jerusalem where Hadassah hospital and Hebrew University sit. Jordan agreed to resume convoys and UN inspections, Israel to allow inspections, and Hammarskjold announced a representative to work toward a broader peace framework. Both nations earned praise for cautious diplomacy that could elevate the Scopus situation from incident to promise.
A garbled item presents Texquiz style phrases about Texan figures near Worth, mentioning Jim and a benefactor. The fragment hints at social clash and self-assertion, with moral critique of failures to improve others in a North Texas setting.
A 1957 health feature warns against self treatment with tranquilizers. It cites cases of poisoning in New York City, discusses symptoms from overuse, dangers like liver damage and withdrawal, and urges consulting a doctor before, during, and after use. The piece includes a question and answer on early pregnancy signs.
A reflective piece urging that temptations and adultery are overcome only through Christ's power, not willpower. It notes forced confessions fail without genuine repentance and emphasizes forgiveness by the injured parties without self righteousness. The author argues divine guidance prevents misery and highlights the duty of the betrayed to forgive fully.
Around the Plaza the week highlights H Roy Reynolds and J H Behrens gifting magnifying dialers. Twenty two people fly to Mexico City via American Airlines for the Shrine of Guadalupe pilgrimage. J Arthur Anthony Pugh debuts a fifteen painting world tour at New Arts theater opening Sunday at 2 PM. Harry Rose and Mrs M A Van Cleave exhibit steel trench mirrors, with a Spanish parody reprint request for A Visit from St Nicholas possible.
A discussion on salesmen traits notes that extroverted aggressive types often seem like horn salesmen, while quieter individuals can possess strong sales skills. Intelligence is a blend of aptitudes, with people showing strengths in some areas and not others. Adolescents may resist psychotherapy, but help should be offered when they seek it, with cooperation to find a competent psychiatrist.
A 1967 art piece titled Portraits by James J Meycalie reflects on December day assaults and national defense. The poem emphasizes scars from treachery and the need to remember readiness and resolve. It notes Pearl Harbor as a focal historic act and urges vigilance and defense preparedness.
Walter Winchell lampoons showbiz figures in a collage of quotes and anecdotes. It cites Bort Lahi, Frank Sinatra, Joan Crawford, Kim Novak, Shelley Winters, Marilyn Monroe, Helen Hayes, Francoise Sagan, Katharine Hepburn, Jack Paar, and more. The column notes TV and film gossip, salaries, careers, and a Wink to The Walther Winchell File airing Wednesday at 8 20 p m on KONO TV.
Horoscopes dated December 3, 1857 outline sun sign periods with health cautions and moral duties. Aries to Pisces are mapped with guidance on quiet days, charitable acts, duties, and social harmony. The text references Mercury Uranus Neptune aspects and advises aiding others while balancing personal needs.
The article outlines Paul the persecutor becoming Paul the apostle, driven by a road to Damascus vision and a renewed faith. It emphasizes turning from pride to Christ centered living, pressing toward the heavenly prize, and becoming true Christians by faith and practice.
A mixed set of brief notes from The San Antonio Light dates December 7 across years. Topics include cattle price pressures and production drop, progress on San Antonio aviation with Stinson Field land purchase, appointment of Lamar Seeligson as district attorney, a 1907 theater listing for Mary Miles Minter, school holiday announcements with two weeks off and salary timing, a 1897 meat and vegetables campaign, and 1887 notes on amusement attendance amid rain and church implications.
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