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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1938
Page
10
A 1933 statement by William Randolph Hearst argues taxes worsen a low mood economy by reducing consumer purchasing and investment. It urges reducing taxation in hard times, or at least not increasing it, to spur industry, employment, and liberal buying as foundations of prosperity.
The Hull tariff reductions trade pacts negotiated by Secretary Hull are described as treaties and revenue measures. They originate in the department of state, but are not passed by the house of representatives nor ratified by the senate, contrary to constitutional procedure.
Elsie Robinson argues against seeking security alone, urging youth to embrace risk and freedom. She recalls founders who chose liberty over stasis, urging a bold American path despite uncertainty, and rejects the idea that security is a worthwhile goal for a generation shaped by war and recession.
A quirky 1938 column cites the Irish Press reporting crowds in Western Ireland hoping for a glimpse of the Little People. Eyewitnesses describe red dressed leprechauns with white capes seen near Knockfierna and Ballingarry crossroads, while King Edward VI’s Hampton Court ghost tale adds a Tudor mystery.
Washington discussions probe if group health plans are truly part of trade and commerce under antitrust law. Analysts expect possible early court actions, with indictments likely to be thrown out by a judge, prompting a Supreme Court appeal. The piece notes policy shifts, Senate investigation proposals, and calls for stronger election oversight amid broader political maneuvering.
A playful 1920s style tribute extols the private secretary as perfect partner and office guardian. It lauds discretion, wit, and steadfast support, calling her the employer’s confidante, comforter, and manager of domestic and office affairs, valued beyond price.
A column presents mixed questions and wordplay about history geography music and language. It lists items like a fountain ewer with an animal, a border hero, a painting question about Washington Crossing the Delaware, and queries on composers and places, inviting readers to turn to the comics page for answers.
A 1930s report from Dr. R. R. Besh of Omaha describes cod liver oil as an additive treatment for ulcerative colitis. Seventeen patients received enemas or injections, with about three quarters symptom-free for three to 23 months. The oil aided healing of the intestinal lining and reduced bowel irritability, though it is not a cure.
A damaged OCR fragment references Dr. Herman N. Bandeaen and a corcus vaccine. It mentions antiseptics and cod liver preparation helping some patients and that certain cases may require operation. with treatment, many cases can be kept from developing.
Fragmentary quotation attributes a maxim on judging to Leake. The line argues that a judge must examine their own readiness and avoid misjudgment by self inquiry. The text appears in a historical context as a moral reminder about self-awareness in assessment.
From the Los Angeles light files dated December 26 1928 city officials announce plans for two municipal gyms likely at Woodlawn Lake and another on the East or South Side. Each gym slated to cost 54000 dollars. Burney Phelps and the ABC Auto Company hosted 710 city orphans for a holiday celebration on Washington Square with Jack Rubbish of Alamo Carnival company arranging entertainment.
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