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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 28, 1926

Page

6

Boulder Dam Project No Tax on Nation

The Boulder dam and reservoir on the Colorado River would be built with government bonds and power water sale contracts, not tax money. Hoover and Work say federal funding, repaid by benefiting communities, avoids new tax burdens and supports rapid civilian growth.

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Working Through College Worth While for Ambitious Youth

The piece argues that earning education by working during college is common in America and helps many students rise beyond their means. It counters Patrick Monkhouse’s view that work should stop at high school, noting U.S. trends favor broad access to higher education and that working students often perform as well or better than wealthier peers.

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Real Estate Tycoon Turns 1 Million Profit Sparks Opportunities

A brief tale notes a dramatic profit of 1,000,600 dollars from a realty sale attributed to Abounding Chances min Winter and frames America as rich with chances for bold visionaries. The piece hints at immigrant Benja- as part of a longer narrative about success stories.

Min Winter America Benja

Queen’s Counsel on Preaching and Self Reflection

A 1926 essay attributed to Famous Feag contrasts a scornful Johnson quip about women preachers with the author’s own wish to speak freely. He notes preaching is the clergy’s duty, confesses he would like to step into that role occasionally, and laments royal etiquette forbids a queen from standing to preach.

Faniows Feag. Syn, Inc

Daily Good Deed VW Ambiguity Affects Workplace Relations

A garbled note warns workers to curb a vainglorious mood before arriving at work to avoid souring the atmosphere for colleagues and associates. The advisory stresses mindful behavior to maintain smooth daily operations.

Ill Health and Worry Tied to Mental State and Recovery

A concerned writer argues ill health drives worry and mental disturbance more than vice versa. He cites infections and dental or sinus trouble as poison sources, urging rest, proper body function, and sunshine to restore blood flow and clear thinking.

Lengthening Life's Span Says Dr Crane Note

Dr Irving Fisher of Yale predicts life expectancy near 100 soon. The article discusses rising averages, hygiene gains, sanitation improvements, and medical advances. It cites prevention of diseases and insurance industry contributions as factors in longer lifespans.

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Figures of Speech In the Hinat of Germany's Election

A columnist notes a Passionate reference to a leader who would free Germany from what is described as helotry. The piece uses ancient Spartan helots as a metaphor for serfdom and oppression, detailing their status, abuse, and occasional freedom as a cautionary comparison.

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Oceanic Laughing Gull Chronicle

A whimsical note on a thiel-like bird that laughs loudly at storms and surf. The piece contrasts its unusual cry with typical gull calls and mentions a decline in gull numbers due to hunting for wings, reflecting 1926 syndicate copyright.

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Automatic trainer for lawn tennis challenges mental weaknesses

An article describes Bazille of Paris inventing a wall mounted automatic trainer with concave panels that rebound a ball at adjustable angles. It allows solo practice of return shots and could rival playing an expert, suggesting it may inspire court ventures and improvements in mental focus.

Mr. Bazille Paris

Their First Jobs by Philip Nowlan

Alfred A. Corey rose from apprentice at Homestead Steel Works to president of Cambria Steel in a career spanning key posts at Illinois Steel Sharon Donora Union Steel and Schoen Steel Works. He started at fifteen in machine shops and advanced to general superintendent by his thirties.

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