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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1950
Page
9
Bruce Barton argues that many nations have devalued currency and the United States will follow by running large deficits. He says deficits will raise taxes and reduce buying power without formal admission or announcement.
The piece traces shifting views on federal debt from post WWI fears to Hoover’s spending surge, then FDR’s evolving stance from debt apologism to defense. It notes both parties now favor larger expenditures and the debt, citing Pope’s verse as a concluding reflection on national sentiment.
Speed and convenience highlighted for Light Want Ad services. Economy emphasized with a call to dial F-1231 for a courteous ad writer to rent, sell, or buy. The snippet markets quick ad creation and affordability through a dedicated phone line.
The Smiths are joined by many others who approve Emmett Smiths plan to donate $1 each to Betty Lou Marbury. A city motorcycle officer said he has received hundreds of letters supporting the idea and many donors request the funds be sent to the Memphis Tennessee postmaster for the girl.
San Antonio’s New Year scenes unfold from 1800s to early 1900s with dobs in the street, formal calls at thresholds, and lively ball scenes at Turner hall. Reports note costumes, open saloons, one dollar ball, and a bizarre gift of a found baby on a doorstep.
Jose Arce, former president of the United Nations General Assembly, resigns as head of Argentina’s UN delegation. He offered no reason and said the move would be studied by President Juan D. Peron and Foreign Minister Uolita Paz. Arce returned to Buenos Aires after leaving New York.
Erie Wallender, a World War II veteran who commanded San Antonio depot for two and a half years, retires and plans to build a home in Terrell Hills. A native Texan, he enlisted in 1914, served in the southwest Pacific, and earned the Legion of Merit. He and his wife and daughter Elizabeth Ann will remain in Texas after military service.
San Antonio readers are invited to identify a historical mule car photo. The first correct entry wins five dollars and must include the approximate date and full identifications of people and places visible. Mail by Tuesday to the Light editor with name, age, and contact details.
An unknown person punctured holes with a sharp tool in two U S Army L 5 observation planes near Stuttgart last week, the Army disclosed last night. The incident was reported as the planes were operating from the nearby airfield and authorities initiated an investigation. No injuries were reported and the motive remains unclear.
A brief 1950 New Year recap from the Antonio Light edition dated January 1 1950. Highlights from the morning edition summarize events, people, and local notes in a compact news brief format.
Hollywood report notes Marion Morrison and Janet Leigh lead in the film Jet Pitot. Morrison and Leigh are identified as John Wayne and Janet Leigh in the publicity, highlighting early stars in a showcase role.
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