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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1957
Page
7
The piece argues Congress exaggerates danger from high powered cars, citing Texas speed and fatality data from 1952 to 1956. It notes average speeds rose slightly while fatalities at 60 mph plus fell, and nonfatal crashes dropped, attributing improvements to safety engineering rather than horsepower. It condemns the misleading link between horsepower and highway hazards.
The Pentagon reports a supply catalog containing 3,126,613 separate items, far surpassing old catalogs. Authors note years of inventory work and suggest many items, including numerous "soft spats," could be pruned from the catalog.
San Antonio Conservation Society blasts the city attorney for failing to file a contest to the writ of error in the Travis Park underground garage dispute. The letter cites missed 10 day procedures, questions accountability of public servants, and warns that more legal costs may follow if the fight is not pursued. Citizens urge explanations and reforms.
A quiz piece asks if Texians favored beards with a humorous answer. Some wore facial hair while many preferred clean shaven looks, though they disliked haircuts. The piece notes long hair sometimes paired with guard chains and finger rings.
The Hill Syndicate outlines a looming struggle as AFL CIO head Meany gears to press against powerful Teamsters led by Hoffa. Senate investigations target union corruption, with hundreds charged or convicted since 1953. Beck may defy as Meany moves to enforce new ethics codes and book-demanding oversight. Copysign, 1957.
A compilation of old San Antonio Light entries from February dates across 1897 to 1947. Items include city county hospital talks ending in funding failure, urban pest mentions, Aimee McPherson lecture plans, Pershing leading troops from Mexico, non English speaking Japanese servants hiring, a mayoral candidacy rally in Beethoven Hall, and local ditch and roadway maintenance notes.
The piece laments New York City’s role in welcoming foreign dignitaries, noting traffic chaos from UN activity, ticker tape traditions, and mayoral duties. It critiques spreading state policy through local ceremonies, highlights Mayor Robert F. Wagner’s leadership, and questions the wisdom of inviting foreign rulers like King Saud.
A Dr V W N Bundesen warning advises executives to schedule thorough physicals, citing that many under 40 show hidden health issues. He notes high stress, long hours, and common risks like heart disease, thyroid problems, and cancer, urging proactive exams.
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