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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 05, 1940

Page

18

Henry Ford Aims To Produce One Thousand Planes A Day

Henry Ford declares that Ford Motor Co could, with experts like Lindbergh and Rickenbacker, produce a thousand airplanes daily under private supervision without government meddling. He argues red tape slowed WWI production and urges immediate authorization to unleash all U S industrial power for this colossal defense effort.

Henry Ford Ford Motor Company Lindbergh Rickenbacker Mr. Ford Ford Eagle Boat America

Finland Hopeful After Losses to Russia

Finland endures a severe blow to its economy from the Russia conflict with widespread property damage and industrial losses. Yet experts note abundant land for dispossessed farmers and reserve raw materials to spur recovery. Prof Cajander says Finland will rise again, citing a 3000 year history of resilience and a strong position in world markets. The nation still seeks aid, though optimism remains.

Finland Russia Finnish Trade Review A. K. Cajander Finnish Relief Fund

Almanac and Rural New Yorker Echo Traditional Wisdom

The writer recalls the Almanac Along Willy Joe Miller's Joke Book and Rural New Yorker as comforting, steady reads. He praises Volney, Virgil, Spengler, and biblical images, noting a shared sense of earthbound security, routine, and kinship with nature amidst modern revolutions.

Willy Joe Miller Nick Curter Hayloft New Yorker

Almanac Herbal Lore From Hilt’s Weather Almanac

By Edwin C Hilt the piece reflects on herbal remedies drawn from diverse traditions and lists numerous plants with curative uses. It mentions monthly weather forecasts, a mid Atlantic New England forecast for May 21 to 27, and notes the firm’s 1940 copyright by King Fean Synd., Inc.

Middle Atlantic New England Copy't 1940 King Fean Synd., Inc

Our Function Is Clear Queen Wilhelmina Message Broadcast

A World War II era broadcast quote urges national resolve as Queen Wilhelmina speaks from Buckingham Palace. The piece frames duty, courage, and humanity amid terror and war, asserting that our function is to maintain ourselves and uphold decency despite destruction and doubt.

Ciear Wilhelmina Buckingham Palace London England Netherlands California High Sierra Carina Fyland France Washington

Children of God daily resolve to hold pride and dignity

Elsie Robinson calls Americans to cherish unity and brotherhood in the face of peril. She urges remembrance of shared ideals and support for the country, warning that loss of conviction could end the noble plan of American resilience.

Knowledge Test Puzzle: Missing Words From A Quiz

A garbled knowledge quiz lists missing terms across topics like medicine botany and etiquette. The reader is asked to fill in terms such as albino being a deficiency, alopecia naming hair loss, and references to anniversaries. The fragmentary text imitates an old workbook puzzle.

Alopecia Ganing Aviawrys

Hitler allies with Mussolini plan to strike Britain and France

Washington dispatch outlines a joint Nazi Italian strategy to threaten France from the Alps and the Mediterranean to knock Britain from sea, with Italy deploying air and naval power to deter Allied forces. It argues a rapid Italian entry could yield decisive results, while warning of limits of Italian capabilities and the need for Allied countermeasures.

Washington Hitler Ducid Napoleon Mussolini Ambadsador Berlin France Britain Fredeb Maritime Alps Sa Ang Bomme-Aisne Ber- An Rome Suez Maus Corsica Tunisia England Fni Forth Ualian Eberal Alpine Mugsolini General Weyguns Dow Thaly Poland Finland Norway Holland Belgium Flanders

Dysphagia Causes And Signs In Swallowing Difficulty

Medical overview of dysphagia covering causes such as muscle weakness infection ulcers and throat conditions. Describes normal swallowing mechanics and notes signs including mucus irritation gurgling and pain on swallowing. Emphasizes need for prompt examination and treatment plus a Q and A about a serious condition from bed rest to infection resolution.

Grace K

Vitamin B1 for a child and joint cracking concerns

Reader asks how to administer vitamin B1 to an 8 year old and the doctor’s guidance. The letter explains joint cracking likely stems from fibrous ligament disturbance, not bones, and reassures no danger. It also discusses possible adrenal gland links to excess facial hair, noting lack of definitive evidence.

L. J King Fens Ynd

My own country house dream and its daily tediums

A homemaker extols owning a country house and its comforts while detailing constant chores and interruptions. She highlights independence and personal space, but notes ongoing maintenance like leaks, rust, and gardeners, and the perpetual pull of guests, servants, and noise that contrast with the idea of quiet country living.

Own country house promises moonlit evenings and rest

A playful sales pitch extols buying a private country house as a haven of rest. It touts quiet moonlight evenings, absence of electric storms, no unexpected visits, and no weekend company. The seller, billed as Halen Rowland of a gas company, invites interest in the property distributed by King Feae Synd.

Country House Feae

City ready to sue over municipal bond issue, Cobbs says

L A light filed notes from 10 and 20 years ago recall city attorney Thomas D Cobbs stating readiness to join a suit over a municipal bond issue. The contested election involved the Old Line League and business leaders in a suit filed May 9 in the seventy third district court as Mayor Chambers defends Citizens League opposition and calls for economy. Maury Maverick criticizes the mayor, urging action to ease city finances. A government hill church completion and a Sunday school administration note appear with addresses and dates, highlighting local civic activities and education notes.

Tune Cily Thomas D. Cobbs Iin Oltiene Leagié Cobber

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