This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 25 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1938
Page
9
Representative Metiry Maverick told the House that naval expansion urged by President Roosevelt must rest on a definite congressional policy for the use of the armed forces. He said Congress must decide if the nation should pursue isolation or joint action.
The article details remarks by Maverick criticizing aggressive naval buildup while questioning whether the nation should export democracy or defend its own borders. He cites fear of expanding armaments and critiques the New Deal’s economic ideals, suggesting the country face a choice between force and restraint. Representative Gifford asks about Roosevelt's armament recommendations and Maverick calls for reconsideration of policies.
In Bucharest a royal interview reveals cautious stance on Jewish rights amid rising fears of pogroms. The ruler notes a Jewish question exists, vows no violence, and states policy will avoid violent action against Jews while seeking attainable solutions.
Rev Walter Dibrell pastor at Alamo Methodist Church announces a series of sermons on Religious Truths Tough by the Odd idea of Nature to be delivered during evening services starting Sunday at the church. The announcement appeared in The Ant is a Fe.
Washington January 2 A quiet White House dinner with the Roosevelt family and old friends precedes a nationwide observance of President Roosevelt s fifty six birthday tonight The family will swell to 20 with members of the Cult Link club joining longtime associates who received gold links from Roosevelt The guest list includes film stars Janet Gaynor Eleanor Powell and Louise Prauna Basil O Connor and others as leaders say hundreds of thousands will subscribe through about 1500 birthday balls in every state
Robstown voters approve issuing 360000 dollars in bonds to build and operate municipal power and gas systems. The measure passes 263 to 95 for the municipal plan, while the rival IRA system loses 27 to 73. Central Power and Light and United Gas Corporation requested fees. Plans to be announced after further developments.
Army and canal engineers described a plan to widen the Panama Canal by adding three new locks to parallel the existing trio. President Roosevelt highlighted the proposal, which would require about 146 million dollars for construction, spanning Gatun Pedro Miguel and Mida Nores areas.
Texas wool growers from San Angelo led their 1939 convention, electing officers and urging the state to block tariff reductions on woolen products. They oppose the Mercarran amendment to the Taylor grazing act and support broader authority for the wool exchange under the Spiribastalis exchanges administration.
A compact, era tone collection of names and short notes. Mentions Frank Brady as a columnist, various residents like Lolita Kim and Jerry Smith, public figures such as Capt W A Harvey and attorney Dkemy Tefella, plus local social items and entertainments around Kingsville and San Antonio area venues.
Highland Park Presbyterian church announced Saturday that waves of Boy Scouts will organize a new troop sponsored by the church men’s organization. Dan Dunham, Sportmaster, helped present the plan at the event.
Washington January 29 Some administration supporters expect Congress to debate Roosevelt's forthcoming monopoly message via a long range investigation rather than immediate legislation. A joint Senate-House committee may review regulatory suggestions and craft recommendations for the next session.
Members of a Senate committee questioned I E Harwell of Burkburnett about high royalty versus high bids on submerged lands. Harwell said a Jefferson county tract leased on high royalty would likely be bid competitively before July 1, and endorsed a cautious approach if business conditions improve. He suggested the state could develop its land commercially if run in a business-like manner.
In a move tied to stalled contracts, U.S. steel companies plan a two percent salary reduction for white collar workers, extending to about 20 000 to 25 000 employees. Some steel plants already cut office hours. mill workers had shifted to a four or five day week during the recession as negotiations proceed under the steel workers organizing committee.
The Benco Presbyterian church plans a Week of Prayer and Self Denial for foreign missions from January 4 to February observation week. Seven special services sponsored by the church women will be held Monday Tuesday and Wednesday with speakers Mrs Rowena McGutchron former missionary to Advent and Mrs Re Sherri and Ars S. 4 Cralp in attendance.
Washington dispatch discusses economic theory that industry acts as a goose laying profits through prices and wages. It cites Roosevelt, Lewis, and Hoover opponents, plus a long anecdote about Senate maneuvering over Vice President Garner, with calls to power and possible government spending as “artificial corn.” The piece notes rhetoric on productivity, politics, and the idea of keeping the goose fed to sustain profits.
Delinquent taxes as of November 4 1917 prepared by the city of San Ramon with San Antonio school board. Only debts of 50 or more shown. Totals cover city and school taxes unless noted. Names and amounts listed for remaining debts with post 1930 records and fines.
A spate of six arrests in Dallas and Atlanta concerns the disappearance of a Mail Pouch from a post route between Dallas and O Donnell on November 4 or 5. Suspects include Sidney Miller and his wife Helen Willer, with $4900 on hand, detained in Atlanta for questioning. Other accused: Ray Grethy, Osier Petty, J T Batley Morris, and Carl Williams, charged with theft and handling stolen government property.
All States Bible Class gathers at the Gunter hotel Oriental room for a winter feature. The Sunday session expects about 100 attendees from states including Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska, and South Dakota.
Young people of American Lutheran in Gah Antaite will hold their season’s second gathering Sunday night at St John’s hall on Nueva and South Presa Streets, Rev. A B Wolf pastor reports.
Bau Antonio's essay leads a U S chamber of commerce health contest run by the city health department. W W McAllister and D A Powel praise local efforts and a department report, while the chamber notes the contest compares health work to the previous year amid past criticisms.
The Denver Boulevard Presbyterian Ladies Missionary Society will stage a pageant titled Living Water as part of the annual praise service at 7 30 B TH Sunday. Committee members include Mrs O M Denoh o Mrs R S Grawfort and Mrs Fred J Smith.
Fort Worth January 29 1927 Texas Federation of Women’s Clubs urged all 1024 member clubs to help repay debts on the headquarters building in Austin The state board of directors met here yesterday and pledged to give ten dollars or more immediately
Malone January 29 health officials investigate a mysterious illness affecting nine residents. Dr A M Clarkson pathologist assists as fatalities include Velix Radke August Hugs and Mrs Kanata. Several widows of victims reported among patients at a Waco hospital with symptoms of chills fever and abdominal pain.
The Associated Press notes seasonally adjusted index slipping to 72.2 percent of the 1929-30 peak, marking the lowest activity since September 1935. January reports show a sharp decline from the prior week, reflecting a broad slowdown in industrial output across New York.
Misleading ad claims a topical rub called Muaterole provides warming soothing relief with a counter-irritant effect. It touts long use, medical endorsements, and multiple strengths while making dubious statements about approvals and effectiveness.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.