Thoughts on stage and society in a San Antonio column
A breezy 1931 column from San Antonio blends social wit and literary aside as it names figures like Knotdler Jewel Slade and Anne, mocks fashion and advertising, and muses on public figures such as Sidney Lenz and Martin Green. The piece wanders through clubs, yachts, and a parade of high society characters with playful slang and satirical asides.
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Bloods
Knotdler
Jewel Slade
Carlier
Rinko
Weberte E. Sherwood
Hawking
Springfield
Hom
Hamlet
Noel Connard
Martin Green
Bank
Tong
Boston
Mr. Coolidge
J. C. Morgan
Saudesille
Tate
Sprak
Hearst Papers Advocate List of Proposed Reforms
A compilation from Hearst papers outlining policies including neutral foreign posture, proportional Senate representation, national defense unity under a single secretary, federal action to end illiteracy, education-driven literacy drive, January installation of leaders, replacement of income tax with a broad sales tax, a 13 month calendar with Saturday holidays, Nicaragua canal construction, sale of West Indies to the United States, selective immigration, deportation of undesirables, shorter citizenship paths, and modified Prohibition allowing light wines and beers under federal rules.
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George Washington
United States
Senate
Army
Navy
Aviation
Secretary of National Defense
Secretary of Education
Congress
Nicaragua Canal
Hearst Papere
English West Indies
World War Veterans Should Be Paid In Full Now
A public plea urges immediate cash payment of World War adjusted compensation certificates to veterans. The author argues these unpaid wages reflect the service and sacrifices of veterans and should be settled now as justice and decency, noting veterans were disadvantaged and had no choice.
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The
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Public Policy Call to Pay Veteran Certificates
A call urges immediate payment of adjusted compensation certificates to veterans, arguing idle funds amounting to hundreds of millions should be released. The piece condemns Congress for delays, links payment to revived commerce, and insists on meeting veterans’ needs now. It asserts the debts owed to defenders of the nation must be settled promptly.
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Lunc
Sam
Allah
Perils of disease and progress warned by editor
A New Perils piece argues that modern science widens awareness of disease while delivering hope. It notes rising illnesses in heart and kidney diseases and urges public education in health, sanitation, and preventative measures rather than fatalism.
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Heber
Calcutta
Bishon
bin Gay
Malyria
Trails and the Johnson grass loom over Texas farm life
A rambling Texan scene centers on Trails the meek advocate of Johnson grass once deemed a pest. It chronicles farm wealth from Covington’s 140 acre Johnson grass field to Dubose family ranches, a proposed Hidalgo Cameron Willacy county merger, and Judge Grest Tancey’s counterplot to keep the existing Cameron County seat.
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Trails
Ainbow
Johnson Gram
Old John BH
Covington
Diggie
Johnson Gracy
County reorganization sparks debate among papers and officials
In a Valley debate, opponents argue county consolidation boosts efficiency and cuts costs, while editor Pease of the Independent counters with calls for broader county creation to create jobs. Critics say the plan risks weak links and overextension amid political maneuvering and public concern.
Listen World Forel Ridge Poem by Elsie Robinson
An early 20th century poetic piece portrays a girl on a ridge wheeling a ball toward a goal as shadows rise across a meadow. The narrative urges courage through obstacles and inner strength, urging the reader to lift their head and face life with confidence and determination.
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Ake
Fearn Ayntne
Marry-Go-Round by Helen Rowland
A column on matrimonial candidates argues that women should not pursue men yet suggests women desire practical strength and achievement in a partner. It asserts that women value substance over appearances and admire the will and skill that make a man successful.
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Helen Rowland
Do You Know Origins of the Army Weather Service in the U S
An inquiry notes the early signal corps and weather force linkage in the United States military history. It traces how weather forecasting evolved within the service and the role of meteorology in Army operations during the 20th century.
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Anny Signal Corps
Rith Weather Forceq
United States
Coolidge on Democracy and Self Government
Northampton January 24. In a letter to The Lights Mostly because of development in foreign countries we find much discussion of whether democracy can be a sole remedy for all ills. Coolidge argues that no system fully solves human frailties and that self government must fit a people. This is part of a series on pacific relations in times of peril. The article notes Mr. Coolidge visiting San Antonio.
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Lloren
Lieve
Marche
Ander
Pease
Elitor
The
Independent
Eidinburg
Dancy
Wétile
Government Ia
Avery
Haman
Mla Gusersy
United
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Realey Truly Confessions
Hearst Papers Advocate
Copeland
Texas
Gonzates
Wales
Jor Dubose
Weelbelf
Gonzales Town
Colonel Ine
Westhoff
Omar
Grest Tancey
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Harlingen
Hidalgo
Cameron
Willey
Weneey
Hrowss- Fille
Willacs
Ibab
Edconch
Danis
Sigifial
Harry Williams
Elsie Robinson
Forel
Alendee
Abe Clyerhey
Mts Mark
Ine
Ernisis
Mernard Shaw
Dora da
Pose
Searman
Orean
H Avery
Missouri
Elise
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