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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 03, 1939

Page

2

Mr Wallace Sees the Light in Trade Shifts

The piece argues that barter deals with Britain mark a late shift by Hull and Wallace to pragmatic ideas from four to five years earlier. It criticizes past rejections of agricultural expansion plans, notes Wallace’s stance changes on domestic consumption and export subsidies, and warns of the cost of indecision by Washington visionaries to the nation’s 130 million people.

Messrs Hull and Wallace George N. Peek Little Rock Francis P. Garvan The Chemical Foundation Department of Agriculture Mordecai Exzekiel Mr. Garvan New Washington

Walter Wanger speaks against film censorship at library association

Walter Wanger urged the American Library Association to curb censorship of films at its San Francisco convention. He warned propaganda on screen harms the country, urged films to entertain and educate with trustworthy content, and called for promoting Americanism while avoiding alien disloyalty and vulgarity.

Walter Wanger San Francisco American Library Association John Jumbull Jet 8. G. Peking San Antonio Texas Dr. Parking Tera

Our Lighthouses and the Nation's Coast Guard Heritage

A vivid tribute to the United States Lighthouse Service celebrating its fiftieth anniversary and its 29 000 aids to navigation. The piece traces lighthouse history from George Worthylake to Franklin’s teen years, highlighting beacons such as the Navesink and the Fire Island flame. It honors keepers as a fraternity safeguarding ships, and notes modern electric lights and radio signaling shaping sea travel. The Navy cruiser Milwaukee is also referenced in a closing flourish.

United States Mighthouse Service Alexander Hamilton Baston Uznthouse Lighthouse Sergies Atlantic Gul Alaska Mawst Samoa Puerto Rico Panamacata Great Lakes Mississippi United States Felties Tis Men Navesink Boston George Worthylake Benjamin Franklin Fire Island New York Jond

Submarine Frontiers and Ocean Depths Explored in Atlantic

By Edwin C Hilt the Atlantic near Puerto Rico is called the Milwaukee Deap as a delicate instrument records sound echoes from the sea bottom. Mantasy venture into distant sea regions hints at mysteries still hidden beneath seven eighths of the globe, with submarine jungles and primordial forests imagined beyond belief.

Puerto Rico Earth Talence Asiilon Selence Garth King Fens Syn. Inc

Youve Gotta Give Slang and Youthful Individualism Clash

A reflective piece argues modern youth reject sacrifice as pompous sentiment, embracing individual life and wide joyous living. It contrasts older eras with today, noting youths value freedom and enthusiasm, while still honoring acts of courage and martyrdom without sentimental prose.

Messrs Socrates Shakespeare Shaw

Youve gotta Give A Gift Of Life Says Youth Advocate

Elsie Robinson laments self pity and urges youth to give service boldly. The piece extols active help, rejects whining, and encourages seizing chances with a smile, praising responsibility over doubt and urging action.

What Do You Know Quiz of Erleky Word Scan Column

A playful quiz column presents a scrambled list of words and hints with a scoring style. Readers are invited to supply correct answers. a sample score of 70 is cited, with references to hypnotic drugs and historical terms amid a garbled text.

Orely Lope Ibrovell Ture

Silent Democratic Senators and Europe Tensions

Washington notes rising strain in the state department tied to covert signals of sympathy for Britain and France amid warnings about Polish corridors and German moves. The piece, citing seven to eight leaning Democrats and possible internal strategies, discusses how the Roosevelt administration navigates neutrality laws while preparing for a stronger aviation program and looming war capabilities.

Washington State Department Munich Europe Charber Churchill Hitler Rgh Danalg Germany Britain France Berlin Senate Pepper Murray Guffey Smathers Neely Thomas Oklahoma Lee Bilntat Paul McNutt Roosevelt

Thrombin Breakthrough Brings Hope for Bleeding Disorders

Medical researchers at the University of Iowa purified thrombin from pig blood and found it five times more potent at clotting. The powder halted bleeding in animal tests when sprayed on wounds, suggesting potential life saving use for hemophilia patients though human trials must ensure safety.

Inger Fera W. UW. Svegers Hin University of Iowa Jess Waunda

Thrombin’s promise for surgery and bone bleeding

Dr Herman N Bundesen notes thrombin could curb bleeding in bone surgery and fractures within seconds, highlighting rapid control of bone and brain hemorrhage. He asserts thrombin’s potential value if developed for human use, as it may aid difficult bleeding scenarios in surgical settings.

Herman N. Bundesen Kine Peas Ban

Letters to the Editor on Social Security Tax and Aged Welfare

A reader decries legislative actions affecting social security funding and the elderly. The letter questions the proposed amendment, argues money allocations are insufficient, and warns against diluting support for aged and needy citizens amid tax debates and political maneuvering.

A. M.D

Politeness at the World’s Fair Prompts American Pride

A reader extols the courtesy and urbane manners seen at the New York World’s Fair, praising Grover Whalent and the city’s English-speaking culture. He lauds George M. Cohan’s pronunciation of America and laments un-American snobbery while celebrating broadmindedness, culture, and decency as true American values.

Grover Whalent Hoallywood George M. Cohan America

World of Tomorrow Promises Fashion and Patriotism

A clipped essay by Helen Rowland extols American college graduates and cites American women as the best dressed. It urges national pride and presents the World of Tomorrow event as a showcase for style and civic virtue. The piece references diverse cultural phrases and fictional names.

World of Tomorrow Sony's Anid King Wen Syyid Tan

July 4 celebrations in San Antonio marked with broadcasts and parades

July 4 1929 events include an 8 30 a m patriotic broadcast via KTLA featuring Col Bem mant B Buck and Thurman Bennett. A flying club may form soon after a national aeronautics letter to San Antonio business leaders. A 1919 note describes Brackenridge Park fireworks and a Victory celebration with a military parade, tournaments, and a rural-area gathering.

San Antonio KTLA Bemmant B Buck Thurman Bmrett Dociar B. A. Tellic National Aeronautis Association Civlendtra Brackenridge Park France Togutta Ab Medina

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