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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1927
Page
7
The article notes 20 000 American theaters show films daily and 25 to 40 percent of national output goes abroad. It cites 11 000 000 shares held by about 60 000 public investors and 1925 daily stock activity. It highlights public investment, banker interest, growth in educational films, and improved production quality.
A satirical critique notes Romania and France as kin to the United States in lending talks. It argues optimistic Romanian claims risk American loan reluctance, comparing debt practices to a fragile, cozy alliance. The column warns Uncle Sam creates new enemies with each aid effort.
The article discusses Charlie Chaplin’s public image and the impact of a divorce case on his reputation and the millions of fans who see him through cinema. It notes Chaplin’s gloom over the blow to friends who feel connected to him via his films and the uncertainty about the true facts behind the divorce.
An opinion argues women should not drive automobiles citing German doctors and claims German women cannot react quickly in crises. The author asserts American streets would overflow with dead and wounded if women drivers lacked quick rational reactions.
The piece argues that lying is common across life from sales to family and medicine. It notes self protection drives falsehoods, questions if some deceit is justifiable, and warns that habitual lying harms character and self respect.
During a country retreat by the Black Sea the author and Heana welcome a ten year old orphan, Yoan, who seeks a mother. Yoan’s mother and eight siblings died in a thunderstorm and villagers urge him to seek Mama Regina. He is adopted that evening, bringing relief to a child seeking care.
The piece cites Sir George Newman as noting longer life in England due to sobriety, better housing, ventilation, heating, cleanliness, and sanitary working conditions. It argues modern fabrics, lighter dress, and cleaner shops and offices improve health, while acknowledging that perfection is not yet reached.
The article argues freedom to find fault is essential and widespread, citing previews in film studios and readers who correct errors. It links fault finding to personal identity, entertainment, and the puzzle-like thrill of spotting mistakes. Copyright 1927 McClure Newspaper Syndicate Inc.
Cordelia notes that demand for brooms has collapsed while silk stockings remain in fashion. Saphead remarks that many broom makers have quit producing, yet Cordelia dismisses the issue as long as stockings continue to sell.
British young women adopt spattees that rise above the knee to keep legs warm and preserve vitality in cold weather. The piece urges American adoption to protect health as consumption rises among girls who eat and dress less.
The article explains the expression burn one's boats as a drastic move to cut retreat and force forward action. It cites ancient campaigns where a general ordered his ships to be burned to prevent withdrawal and ensure conquest, noting Julius Caesar among those who used the tactic.
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