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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 04, 1928

Page

6

Peace, Senate reform and national defense plan

The document outlines proposals to unite English-speaking nations for global peace, implement proportional Senate representation and prompt reapportionment in the House, create a unified national defense secretary for Army Navy and Air Forces, and use federal power to end internal divisions. It calls for Congress to meet in November and presidential inauguration in January.

Hearst Papers United States Senate House of Representatives Department of the Army Navy Air Forces Secretary of National Defense United States Congress

Best Available Men For Public Affairs

Secretary of the Treasury Mellon has proven the best qualified to handle public finances by turning public debt from twenty four thousand million to eighteen thousand million since 1921. Interest charges are $275 million lower annually than in 1921. Taxes were cut. income tax rates fell in 1921 1924 and 1926. The budget fell from 65 hundred million to 35 hundred million in 1927. Exemptions in 1926 reduced income tax filers to about two and a half million. A 4000 dollar married earner now pays 5.69 dollars annually. The nation benefits from the best financial leadership available.

Mellon Unian Ihe Melton Jess

Canal Tolls and Transits Hit New Highs in 1927

The Panama Canal recorded 6085 transits in 1927, up from 5420 in 1926 and 4774 in 1925, with tolls totaling $26,291,022.84, a new high. December saw 689 transits and $2,398,459.73 in tolls, while October had 687 vessels and $2,280,119.97. The surge underscores the push for enlarged facilities and U S interest in Nicaragua amid opposition tied to a potential canal cut.

Nicaragua Canal Panama Big Ditch Nicaragua United States United

Acid Test at Bernart School

Fragmentary note discusses a Yule undergraduate and a so called perfect girl. It hints at uncertainty about a long term judgment and mentions a grand old institution enduring scrutiny over five years.

Bernart School Aed

Bread Prices and Federal Trade Commission Discovery

A garbled report notes the federal trade commission making a discovery about bread price fixing by Cane and Dread. It warns the public not to expect price stability and suggests the conser would be told if any loaf price is fixed, urging readers to hear the name in the loaf.

Saly Oon Colosseum

Signora Mussolini the Italian ruler's Wife in Focus

A profile of Mussolini's wife described as rarely seen in Rome newspapers, living quietly with her children while her husband aims to strengthen Italy. The article quotes Mussolini on power, liberty, violence, imperialism, and the role of the state, portraying his vision for Italian strength and unity under a disciplined government.

Signora Mussolini Rome Nerfeld Italy Napoleon Josephine France Mussolini Thole Boud Trome Zoud Horus Mubsolini Vuselam Lwa Hodita Ani Irony Ming Iquila

Astronomy Pastime Worthy Of Mind Not Money

A letter argues astronomy is a pure intellectual pursuit with limited practical use. It contends schools assume home instruction and generation after generation gains interest mainly for contemplation and inspiration rather than navigation or study.

Gou Uape Bone Patra Jean Jewil Comey Ao Tudor Yeonle Wethhen

Preventable Ills in Child Health Warns Statesman and Public

A 1928 Newssnapsr feature argues that at least half of diseased children’s illnesses are preventable with prompt measures. It calls for parental and governmental action to curb high child mortality, noting infections from ear and throat diseases can spread to kidneys, heart, and beyond.

Science Sideshow Sycamore Moth Haircut Folklore

A curious tale reports that Taed barbers never dive into the caterpillar stage of the Neam org mathe. Moths tear hair one by one to weave a soft lining for their cocoons, then endure a fiery transformation leaving them nearly unrecognizable to friends.

Meng

Their First Jobs By Philip Nowlan

A compressed profile traces Philip Nowlan’s career from bank messenger to banker. It notes early schooling at Columbia University, rising through banking, and key roles at The New York Reusic amd runt camps, culminating in leadership at Ui Anental and later prominence in journalism and business.

Philip Nowlan Tlm Orelva Vantry New York Partiowan von Debers Lolimhia Inn Bank Ubeine Recurity Amd Reus Mika

Ford publicity crowds reveal public appetite for new car

A huge crowd of about 56 000 gathered to view Ford's opening display of the new model. Critics note Ford's heavy advertising and his appeal as a relatable businessman who admits mistakes yet wins public trust. The piece frames Ford as a dramatic, likable figure whose public relations success rests on perceived sincerity and progress.

Ford United States Himan Lyersbady Hiv Busi Heta Hetina Anny de Maid Tanalo Neanle Wren Plasterera Genliere Ian Pumeihla Fine Mont Nanel

Figures of Speech in Castalian Mythic Fountain

Fragmented text describes Castalian myths with references to Mount Parnnamua Cantily and a Fountain of Cantata. Mentions Tydlita maidens, Cracks of Telli, and Cantalian deities. Includes notes on poetic traditions and Oxford connection.

Faroena Parnnamua Tydlita Telli Heing

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