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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 27, 1939

Page

7

Lehman Pushes State Dept Of Justice In New York Plan

Governor Lehman proposes a statewide fight against local government corruption and stronger criminal enforcement. He favors auditing by the state comptroller, prosecutorial powers for the attorney general, and creation of a state department of justice modeled on the federal system with a state police bureau to assist local agencies. He urges superseding district attorneys when public interest requires and cites Dewey and Amen as earlier examples.

Lehman New York State Department of Justice Department of Justice Federal Bureau of Investigation Thomas E. Dewey New York County John Harlan Amen Kings County Hearst Texas Federal Department of Justice

Mind and mystery in brain research at USC

A USC psychologist states years of work show the brain has intrinsic activity beyond reactions to stimuli and can form unique action patterns like fingerprints. He notes science explains how but may not answer why some minds create Beatitudes or Hamlet while others express falsehood or injustice. Humanity will continue seeking why through how.

University of Southern California Whitty House Ouse White House Tery

By Elsie Robinson On Mothers And Emancipated Fashion

By Elsie Robinson denounces the idea that women must appear youthful and 16 for life and that maternal tendencies should be hidden as deformities. She praises mothers who raised families proudly and rejects Parisian trends, noting historic women and Mary as examples.

Road to Life pageant to be staged at Madison Square church

Tenor list of participants from Christian Endeavor societies in San Antonio includes Margaret Huginan John Welch Bessie May Rogers Billy Belton Mary Louise Mackey Beverly Sheffield Edwin Evans Sara Jane Bodemumiler George Galloway Gertrude Lowe John Mueller Nell Reipninger. Alamo Heights to launch junior high division with Spring term. M and Martin direct elementary and junior high. Labor campaign planned for Texas farmers to secure farm labor for next year. Seven cars stolen in San Antonio over weekend, most likely joy rides. two recovered abandoned.

Christian Endeavor Societies of San Antonin Wil Road To Life Madison Square Presbyterian Church Margaret Huginan John Welch Bessie May Rogers Billy Belton Mary Louise Mackey Beverly Sheifield Edwin Evans Sara- Jane Bodemumiler George Galloway Gertrude Lowe John Mueller Nell Reipninger San Antonio Alamo Heights M. &. Martin

Mercury Poisoning Through History and Modern Risks

Mercury has been linked to health hazards since ancient Egypt with widespread use in four major industries today. Exposure occurs mainly via inhalation of vapor or dust, skin contact, or ingestion, with chronic poisoning causing nervous symptoms such as tremor, irritability, and weight loss, alongside mouth and kidney issues. Preventive measures focus on identifying work type and recognizing characteristic signs for early intervention.

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Mercury Vapor Exposure and Safety Precautions

Dr. Herman N. Bundesen outlines measures to prevent mercury inhalation in related industries. He advocates masks, adequate exhaust and natural ventilation, strict cleanliness, and regular medical examinations to detect early mercury poisoning signs such as tremors and irritability.

King Feas. Synd., Inc

What Do You Know Knowledge Test Answers

Puzzle with groups asking for common quality among lists. It prompts choosing correct categories such as seaports capitals European for 1, and other pairs like word books translations novels for dictionary group. It ends with instruction to turn to the answer page.

London Paris Cairo Cat's Paw Stooge Paragite Beryl Jaaher Peridat Barlenie King Myndicate

Economic policy drift and spending pressures in Congress

In Washington the January mood shows appropriators aiming to spend more than Roosevelt requested, citing budget gimmicks and new cash programs. Officials warn the budget will hide a broad, concealed spending surge via independent financing and bond issues totaling billions, with Byrd's list of agencies cited as proof of continued expansion.

Dlss. Housing Authority Byrd Congress

Forgotten Hadhramaut Land Recounted In Odd Letters

A reader notes a British explorer's photographic record of the Hadramaut region, described as ancient desert skyscrapers and fortress towers. The writer calls for on‑the‑ground reporting, cites sparse sources, and compares the land’s enduring civilization to biblical times while noting limited Western coverage.

W.H. Lee-Warren Hazelmayeth Milas Freya Madeline Stark Dutton Royal Geographical Society Hadhramaut Blackwood Elblicel Gazeteer Hadaramaut Uve

Hadhramaut Notes on Tribal Rule and Coastal Ports

A fragmentary article describes the aristocratic Aaliyids ruling in a Hadhramaut coastal village near Kilh with sultanate authority. It notes irregular ship calls at Mukalla and Bhathar, cafe culture, and bardic poetry. Potential aviation and conspiracy themes hint at modern tensions with a British protectorate over the Wadi Dont valley.

K&ilh Mukalla Bhthr Arabia Felix Wadi Dont King Freas Bind. Inc

Abolish ballot numbers to ensure purity in Texas voting

A Texas reader argues against ballot numbering in the legislature. Instead they propose signing the poll tax and voter signature for verification, asserting voting should be fair without numbers. The letter urges observers to seek a truly clean election and asks lawmakers in Austin to act.

Texas United States Austin

Debates on manners and independence in Washington society

A rambling column mocks attitudes to romance and manners, criticizing exes and flirtations, praising good breeding and politeness. It cites debutantes in Washington defying chaperons and Mrs. Grundy, celebrating a 39th monument to brave gals and urging courtesy toward others.

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