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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1939
Page
4
The text warns that a proposed Texas medical practice bill, while claiming to raise ethics, would strip chiropractors of the title Doctor and threaten them with fines and jail. It argues the bill favors medicine over chiropractic and should be decided by the public rather than the legislature.
The piece compares Mrs Trollope's 1031 observations on New York harbor and skyline with modern urban design trends. It contrasts her praise of grand harbor views and island setting with today’s austerity, stylish interiors, air conditioning, and minimalist furniture as illustrated at a contemporary fair.
Edwin C. Hill writes on display in a 19th century fair context. The piece contrasts European mansion decor with American taste, noting fancy green blinds, balconies, and ornamental objects. It praises modern domestic improvements, cleanliness, and high style, calling for a broader, refined taste at the New York fair.
A health column stresses why good dental habits matter as children age six. Dr George E Morgan of Mile Waukee emphasizes brushing after meals, flossing spaces between teeth, and regular tartar removal to prevent decay and protect the first permanent molars known as six year molars.
Dr Herman N Bundesen recommends starting with a dry brush, then switching to toothpaste or powder as appropriate. He suggests brushing longer and adding gum massage with fingers after night brushing to improve care and comfort for children.
L A light files recall actions from 10 and 20 years ago in Austin and San Antonio. The Texas house considered creating a commission to supervise racing at the Texas faire, backed by Rep Cecil Storey from Vernon and others. A constitutional amendment to fund a state highway network was urged, with Porter A. Whitley of the Dalits chamber advising San Antonio to follow. Clinton O Brown, ex mayor and former Army captain, returned to San Antonio to practice law with Templeton Brooks Nanley. City commissioners approved several appointments and tax allocations as part of ongoing public service and policing actions.
Washington dispatch notes a growing drift among Democratic lawmakers toward independent action as they resist White House pressures. House caucus turnout dwindles, while leaders blame absences on decorum and strategy. Roosevelt advisers face uncertain party cohesion ahead of key votes.
Fragmented excerpts show internal strife in a Democratic delegation amid house maneuvering. Republicans face pressure to act, while caucuses reorganize under Martin. Reports suggest both parties struggle with influence, leadership, and constituent expectations amid upcoming sessions.
A bold critique portrays a supposed elite of divorced American women as dangerous to children. It argues these mothers manipulate, exploit, and corrupt sons, dragging them toward instability, ruin, and moral decay while shaming fathers and ignoring paternal bonds.
A scrambled list of general knowledge prompts asking where major iron ore nickel and amethyst originate from, locations of oceans seas and notable structures, and references to historical settings. The phrasing is garbled with misspellings and partial questions.
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