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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 14, 1928

Page

6

Proposals for a United States World Peace and Governance

An agenda outlines an English speaking bloc for world peace, and steps for constitutional reform. Proportional Senate representation with at least two Senators per state is proposed, plus reapportionment in the House. A National Defense secretariat would oversee Army Navy and Air Forces. Federal action to abolish illiteracy under a Secretary of Education. Congress elected in November, January installation, presidential inauguration in January.

United States Senate House of Representatives Department of the Army Navy Air Forces Secretary of National Defense United States Secretary of Education Congress

Pension and police efficiency in San Antonio debate

The piece argues for retiring aging police tied to pension, criticizing the pension board for focusing on long-serving members and urging a broader, honest approach to police inefficiency. It questions when the real attack on inefficiency should occur and appeals to public concern and moral obligation.

T.D San Antonio Pension Board

Opera Out of Doors at San Antonio Civic Opera

Outdoor civic opera enhances San Antonio’s reputation as a center of the arts in the Southwest. The city’s rapid growth does not erode its individuality. the open air presentation of The Pirates of Penzance reflects its unique atmosphere and civic spirit.

San Antonio Civic Opera Company San Antonio United States

Europe owes us and we owe Europe in a shared ledger

The report notes 290 million dollars of European debt payments to the US as interest, 770 million spent by Americans abroad, 206 million remitted home to relatives in Europe, and 43 million sent abroad as charity. It argues forgiveness of European debts and increased U S spending at home would improve the domestic balance, while Europe would suffer.

Europe Department of Commerce

Chicago judge rules that no woman may sue for alienation

A Chicago judge asserts that women cannot sue for alienation of affection, arguing that evidence must show the woman pursued the man with a harpoon and dragnet. The judge’s view praises male hunter instincts while challenging Shaw and Byron on gender theories. The ruling reflects chivalry and a stance against women initiating such suits.

Shaw Byron Hut Welong Chicago

Wanderers of Space by Garrett P Serviss

Noted astronomer Garrett P Serviss discusses meteors that cross the atmosphere and their immense speeds, origins, and potential to shake the earth. He cites expert estimates, past dramatic events, and debates on whether meteors come from within or beyond the solar system.

Garrett P. Serviss Fieargig Mahara Thase Swift Wanderers Space Earth Hearth Charles TP. Olivier Flower Observatory Pennaghania University Remacks

Hay Fever Toll Rising Says Medical Advice Piece

The article outlines hay fever as a seasonal ailment caused by pollen dust and other allergens. It cites symptoms such as wheezing and fatigue, describes testing for sensitization, and notes remedies including climate change, nasal care, and doctor supervised medicines.

Remas Newcraper Serv, Inc

Sideshows of Science: Alaskan creature in Venice exhibit

A garbled description describes what seems to be a water dwelling mammal or creature in Venice. The text mentions an underground chamber accessible from water and a shorefront structure built from odd materials. The fragment hints at a strange, improvised display and an unusual habitat.

Venice Rand

The Spring By Dr Prank Crane

The piece explores the spring as a symbol of life and spirituality, noting springs as sources of water and life for people and animals. It muses on how some see the spring as sacred, with references to nature, renewal, and a Meidelberg castle spring as a vivid memory.

Dr. Prank Crane Mtania Ike Am Castle Meidelberg Evers Dead McClure

Ads and notices blur in Philadelphia Inquirer fragment

A fragmented OCR snippet from the Philadelphia Inquirer references ads and notices with uncertain names and roles. It mentions a woman Jos with unclear surname, and a clipped or country reference, but details are unreadable. The item reads like a stray classified reminder or brief advertisement note without cohesive context.

Moisework Philadelphia Inquirer

Donkey Garters and Local Superstitions From Central Asia

A photograph from Chinese Central Asia shows a baby donkey and mother with garters on all four legs. Locals the Dylanis believe garters ward off devils from the newborn. The item contrasts this belief with amusing American superstitions about garters and attraction.

Central Asia Yarkand

Figures of Speech and Robin Hood in Old Texts

A reviewer discusses Andrew Tang and Robin Hood tales, noting how the hero’s acts are recast by later writers. The piece mentions misattributions and silly phrase variants like Tobin Hood and jokes about intrinsic value. It reflects on how folklore is reshaped across eras.

Ax Andrew Tang Gible Robin Ric Nure Fietion Robin Hood Sherwood Forest Tobin Hood Robin Hoot Bin Robin Hooil Pont Warth Tobin

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