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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1963
Page
17
In his acceptance speech as House Speaker, Rep. John McCormack urged a strong White House and House working together as the best guarantee of victory in a troubled world. He warned against partisan combat and urged bills to be judged on merit, urging both parties to set aside partisan reflexes.
Andre Malraux praised the Mona Lisa during presidential ceremonies, noting its perilous journey to the United States and paying tribute to American soldiers who fought in France. He hailed the portrait as a masterpiece saved by a master, hosting by the United States and France to strengthen historic ties. The crowd wonders about the painting’s smile, attributing it to Leonardo da Vinci's portrait of a pleased sitter.
In the mail we recount a attic fire at our mortuary and commend the San Antonio Fire Department for rapid, careful action. Their teamwork minimized damage, aided cleanup, and allowed funeral services the next day. Porter Loring Jr. conveys gratitude for the department’s help and respect.
CEESJAY, a white minority builder, claims anti-discrimination measures from the president threaten his livelihood in residential construction. He asserts active discrimination and urges a champion for white people who wish to remain peacefully segregated amid reports of builders curtailing activity.
A letter argues that U S verbal promises to aid nations seeking freedom are hollow, citing Khrushchev and Cuba as failures. The writer lists nations yearning for liberty including Poles Czechs Hungarians Slovaks and East Germans, urging U S and United Nations action.
A veteran submarine officer envisions a 1973 era undersea future with silent subs, noise free components, multidirectional torpedo tubes, two-man crews, and on board TV navigation. He foresees underwater missiles, long range torpedoes, Polaris systems, underwater transport vessels, and permanent underwater labs reshaping naval power and ocean exploration.
A staged interview with Congressman Humbert Harumph reveals his plan to cut the House rules committee from 15 or 12 members to a single chair, claiming major savings and simplified governance. Hyacinth conducts the talk, eliciting Harumph’s defense of the proposal and its impact on minority representation and legislative timing.
Dr Burton Fern explains shingles or herpes zoster as a virus affecting pain carrying nerves like polio. it can spread around the chest or abdomen and may relapse in older patients. Treatment aims to reduce inflammation and pain with aspirin codeine zinc packs and nerve numbing if needed.
Henry Taylor surveys the 1962 market swings and 1963 outlook noting volatility, the limits of chart analysis, and the danger of losses amid rapid shifts. He cites Dow Jones prospects, bulls versus bears, and highlights General Motors and Standard Oil of New Jersey as robust holdings while warning against easy money.
San Antonio notes highlight LWV collectors of poll taxes, early 1943 civic actions, and diverse archival items. References include a 1943 justice of the peace wedding tally, 1983 trolley abandonment plans, 1923 Seguin election returns, and 1918 Mathewson salary talk. The column also comments on Prof. Weber’s reputation and a four month police court absence, preserving local history with dated glimpses.
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