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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1922
Page
3
An editorial warns against rushing to replace state constitutions like Illinois with a new charter. It argues fundamental principles, notably trial by jury in felony cases, must not be sacrificed for partial reforms. The piece stresses caution in preserving core American constitutional ideals.
A garbled dispatch from Washington describes disunited views among experts and officials on enforcing prohibition. Analysts differ on strategy and timing, with some urging tighter penalties while others caution against aggressive action amid mounting political strain.
The piece critiques Prohibition enforcement led by Haynes, noting reliance on a shrinking budget and a fading national appetite for the policy. It argues against coercive federal measures, cites rising violations and counterfeit money linked to bootleg liquor, and urges precautionary border actions modeled on Mexico to curb entry.
Dr Connor of the Rockefeller Foundation cautions that yellow fever may appear in parts of the world but currently there is no immediate danger. The piece argues Mexico and the United States should heighten border controls and public health measures, praising Mexico’s efforts and urging stronger U S action to combat yellow fever globally.
A provocative plan by Bonar Law proposing canceling France’s war debt to Britain in return for British control of reparations echoes across London. The piece notes the likely cheaper monetary cost for Britain than continued European tension and argues the dispute reveals divergent views among Allied leaders on economic guarantees vs military power.
A quarrelsome husband and terse wife clash over starting a car and driving. The couple shouts and bickers as a truck approaches, revealing tension, faded humor, and comic domestic physics in a single page dialogue style.
A fragmented note outlines a system of steady deposits totaling 6000 with monthly allocations of 3, 22, and 24 units across months. It mentions annual and monthly targets, potential returns of 163 units, and repeated emphasis on saving methods. The text is garbled but centers on accumulating funds over time for future gains.
From a Seat in the Gallery Washington reports that during the Dyer bill filibuster the public gallery mocked the process and vilified the Senate action. The piece notes bipartisan reactions, with editors calling the era a mockery of constitutional duty, while observers imagine improbable cross‑aisle displays.
The article debates human progress and world peace, arguing that peace comes not from force but through evolving ideas. It stresses that nations can avoid conflict only if humanity widens its collective rationality, rejecting military aims in favor of universal ideals and diplomacy.
A garbled OCR fragment references Vindevdlin, Saget, Vuntevile and Matton tires. It lists names like Leran Boone and Veineess, mentions “One Week of lave” and “Tie Cowboy and ghe Tn.” Includes Wednesday event hints at Gnuier and Halomeanedip hub but lacks clear details or dates.
A muddled dialogue features Mary and Charlie in a chaotic scene filled with misheard lines and wandering chatter. The piece references stage banter and a noisy crowd, with intermittent attempts to perform a punchy routine interrupted by confusion and miscommunication.
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