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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1939
Page
4
Mr Eddie Cantor declares the United States seeks nothing more for Christmas than to preserve the good things it now possesses. The speech extols democratic rights, wealth, industry, education, and freedom, arguing the nation should keep its peaceful relations, avoid entangling alliances, and continue prosperous, unthreatened development.
A 1920-era reader notes Old Moore’s Almanac claims January would bring a happy new year but foresees global upheaval and a slide of authoritarian regimes. The writeup cites historic figures Roger Bacon and Nostradamus as precursors of prophetic thinking, framing prophecy as a mix of mysticism and early science while critiquing its reliability.
By Edwin C. Hul. The piece surveys prophets from Roger Bacon to the 16th century and compares their forecasts with modern marvels. It notes the French court honoring a visionary after 1538 and contrasts past predictions with today’s astounding developments. The essay then endorses Dusae’s Experiment in Time as a robust, no frills guide for readers seeking clear thought.
A study by Dr B R East of East Orange New Jersey examines whether sun exposure affects dental caries in boys aged 12 to 14 across U S regions. Using 92437 teeth from 489 cites, researchers compare decayed teeth per 1000 children against annual sunshine hours, finding trends that suggest higher sun exposure may correlate with fewer caries, though data show variability.
Dr Herman N Bundesen notes that more sun exposure fosters vitamin D production aiding calcium and phosphate use for teeth. He observes sunshine correlates with lower tooth decay and fewer catching diseases, suggesting vitamin D from sun, fish oil, or other sources helps prevent dental decay.
A jumble of trivia style prompts asks if terms and names refer to nationality, authors, cities, capitals, songs, and science. It blends queries on Lithuanian Jews, Robert Service, Alaska, Florida capital, Dickens, and King Features Syndicate.
In Sevany France 1547 a sow and six piglets were arraigned for the death and alleged consumption of an infant. The sow Wan condemned to death while the piglets were pardoned under a year old.
Washington notes reveal Roosevelt weighing a five man board for the NLRB with two business reps one public rep and possible inclusion of Leflerson. Administration hopes to shield labor peace while Congress may restrict board powers and shift toward an industrial court.
Reprinted by request the piece contrasts despair with faith, centering on Christ born for the poor and meek. It portrays aging villagers, shepherds, and teachers who serve, urging readers to witness the hope and light that Christ brings amid hardship and loneliness.
A December 1929 note shows Prohibition agents seizing a large amount of toys and goods marked as Christmas supply, with authorities stating big seizures occurred in the weeks prior. December 1919 reports a theater opening and holiday broadcasts as opinions clash over seasonal shows and a postal office records a record mail day with 157,050 letters and postcards processed.
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