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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 22, 1942

Page

5

Light Voting Expected in County Primary Says Local Hopefuls

Voters prepare for a low turnout in Bexar County as absentee ballots numbered 360 by Wednesday afternoon. The main focus centers on state and national races, notably the close U S Senate contest. Governor Moody, Allred, and O D’Daniel loom in crowd size, while county contests for legislative seats and county offices draw cautious interest amid wartime duties.

Bexarcourt Democratia Albert ‘Trawalter Wsena Bexar Pox Huteal Cireles Forme Dan Moody Municipal Auditorum Chile James ¥. Allred W. Lee O'Daniel O'Daniel Alfred Bexar County Defanse Temple Wheeler Marshall O. Bell Alfred Carrica Pat Dwyer Sam Andersott Ben W. Beccus Nip Tuck Raees

Want Ads Advice From 1941 Adwriter

A brief note suggests raising cash by selling items no longer needed and reading the Want Ads. It hints that light Want Ads can yield big dividends and mentions a 1941 adwriter guide.

Ofat Adwriter

Band to Play at Moody Rally in Los Angeles

Antonia Wednesday night, band to perform between musical numbers while a big brass band warms up. Davis, ex-governor’s Bexar county campaign manager, said Moody barred dancing and singing at the rally for his Senate race, stressing only serious issues. Gene Saril to conduct martial selections as Moody speaks at Andiharim chole at 8:30 a.m. This will be the last open appearance of major contenders Allred and O’Daniel, who spoke here earlier.

Dad Money Davis Bexar County Moody Gene Saril Andliarim Tor

Uncook Your Cake Icing With Honey and Marshmallows

A recipe describes a frosting made from uncooked honey and egg white, yielding icing for two layer cakes. Optional marshmallows can be folded in before spreading. A cooked version uses honey, egg white, and salt heated to 238 degrees F to form stiff peaks.

Parleys on Import of Mexican Labor Continue

Washington July 22 aides of Agriculture Secretary Wickard say talks with Mexican officials continue on proposals to import several thousand Mexican laborers to help harvest sugar beets vegetables and other crops in the Southwest. Wickard discussed the proposal at the inter American agricultural conference in Mexico City but no agreement was reached with Mexican officials. Agriculture Department representatives remained in Mexico City for further conferences as the Mexican government seeks assurances on the program.

Washington Wickard Pache Const Mexicn Cty Mexico City

Bill to Create Legion of Merit

President Roosevelt has signed a bill creating the Legion of Merit a new decoration for the armed forces to honor exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services.

Legion of Merit Tashington Roosevelt Ue Typion Meri Fethos

Coupons Used To Buy Gas Under Rationing System

The United States rationing system allows gasoline purchases using A B and G coupon books. Officials say service stations are responsible for tracking coupon redemptions and replenishing their tanks. The OPA sets values at four gallons per A, B, and G books and adjusts for motorcycles and other vehicles.

Ure Office al Price Administration Paul M. O'Leary Reputy Giey OPA

Brooks Predicts Victory in Saturday Primary Runoff

Brooks predicts surpassing 429000 votes from two years ago as he camps in San Antonio with supporters. The candidate, seeking a new term as rail and commission official, cites transportation issues and resource development as key priorities. Arte Santanin directs his local campaign.

Brooks P. Brooks Raily Sir Antonio Dallas Texas Safety Council Oli Cult Wersor Arte Sanatin

Hearing Loss Relief Ad Promises Cure Test

An old advertisement seeks men and women hard of hearing to try a method claimed to restore hearing. It touts over a million packages sold since 1895, lists safe ingredients per the U S Pharmacopoeia, and offers a money back guarantee after a small daily cost.

Curine Howe U.S Sommers Brig

Boll Worm Menace Bond Sales And State Conference

In Nueces and surrounding counties carriers urged action on the pink bollworm menace. Officials including Texas Agriculture Commissioner J J and plant quarantine discussed program revisions to ease compression restrictions. A conference with federal officials from the Bureau of Entomology noted progress. Postmaster Dan Quill of San Antonio led a bond selling drive at the Texas Rural Mail Carriers Association convention where ten rural carriers from San Antonio attended a three day meeting.

Austin Wuivez Jim Wellsty Keebers Btate J.jand R. B. E. McDonald P. Aunep Hig McDonald Federal Bureau of Entomology New Brainpels PIA Dea Texas Rural Mail Carriers’ Association Dan Quill San Antonio San Antonin

Take Off Ugly Fat With Grapefruit Juice Recipe

A dubious ad promises easy slimming with Zo-Lon grapefruit juice mix. It claims no laxatives, home use, and a money back guarantee, urging readers to buy Zo-Lon from druggists and drink with grapefruit juice at meals.

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