London Conference And Its Possible Effect on Us
A commentary on the London economic conference argues France pursues tariff protection while Britain shifts from free trade. It criticizes Cordell Hull for advocating tariff cuts and warns American delegates to favor policies raising US living standards without exposing workers to unfair foreign competition. It urges realism and restraint in tariff policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
France
Belgium
Cordell Hull
Hull
Chamber of Deputies
United States
Shze
Great Britain
White House
Juli
Wonder of the Age in Air Travel Milestone Flight
The new commercial air service between New York and San Francisco completes the journey in about 21 hours with refueling stops. The report notes daily transcontinental flights may begin soon, reducing westward and eastward times to around 2 hours of flight plus stops. It highlights air travel as established, expanding from a few hundred passengers to nearly half a million in 1932, reflecting widespread adoption and a growing nationwide network.
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New York
San Francisco
Australian Athlete Defeats French Tennis Star on Home Ground
Henri Cochet, hailed as almost invincible, loses to Australian Jack Crawford in straight sets. The defeat marks Cochet’s first on home soil, highlighting Australia’s rising athletic prowess despite its small population. The piece also recalls Fitzsimmons as a notable boxing figure sent by Australia.
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Tenma Stor
Henri Cochet
Big Bill” Tilden
Jack Crawford
Australia
Crawford
Fitzshamons
Noted 1933 Social Carousel In San Antonio and New York
A sprawling 1933 society piece catalogs nightlife and talent with A C Blumenthal and Maurice Chevalier amid socialities. It mentions Norma Terris, Marie Dressler, Annahete Whilford, and others, plus hints of bridge star Charles Schwab, actors, fashion, and public figures in New York and Chicago social scenes. The rambunctious column blends celebrity impersonations, fashion, and city life anecdotes across venues and eras.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
A. C. Blumenthal
Dynamo
Jimmy Walker
Ziegfeld
New Yorker
Nebusne
Furness
Maurice Chevalier
Blume
Chevalier
Blood Pressure Facts and Misconceptions by Dr Copeland
A 1933 article by Royal S. Copeland M D discusses blood pressure myths and real vs perceived danger. It explains compensatory body changes with age, factors raising or lowering pressure, and cautions against alarmism while stressing calmness and good health.
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Royal S. Copeland, M. D
Peraan
Copy's
Klee Fens
Listen World! by Elsie Robinson explores fake perfection
The essay argues that truly good people often hide cowardice and inaction, preferring safe conformity over risk. It condemns “perfectly good” folk who avoid doing or changing anything, contrasting them with those who take decisive, sometimes rebellious action to advance progress.
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Meyer
Cain
Itesa
Etiquette guidance on dining rules from Miss De Peyster
A reader asks about serving order at table and whether fruit cocktails belong in meals. The guidance covers who is served first, plate passing, salad timing, and hostess behavior. it also suggests choosing a tasteful gift book for a young man’s birthday, with emphasis on discretion and good taste.
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Miss de Peyster
Tila
Tarves
And I Remember When
Captain Tom Ross recalls Ranger Company E in a Texas town, riding in to join the unit, saddles loaded with belongings. He notes the respect given to new Rangers who arrived with minimal gear, and the rough early days shaping their identity.
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Tom Ross
Federal
Ranger Company E
Alice
Tesas
Rangera
Marry Go Round by Helen Rowland and June Moonings
Readable sections discuss romance, marriage, and infidelity with witty social commentary. The piece notes the difficulty of loving one or two partners, warns against prussic acid or ropes, and laments the long path from courtship to married life. Contains author and publication line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen Rowland
10 and 20 Years Ago From the Files of The San Antonio Light
A San Antonio Light retro column recalls events from 10 and 20 years earlier. Brig Gen Geo Pail B Malone heads Second Field Artillery and Fort Houston summer camps. Luling Oil reports 26 new wells. A 1924 concert by Min Banda Juvental Sin Persia. Alamo Beach project plans by Downing and Vadon. Lilly Cahill, New York recognized former resident visiting Roy Rellel on San Pedro Avenue.
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The
San Antonio
Geo. Pail B. Malone
Arillery Brigade
Fort Bain Houston
Tyers
Lomace Row
Lilly Cehill
Antonio
New York
Roy Rellel
San Pedro Avenues
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Wonder of
Paris
Sigma
Norma Terris
Chavalier
Jerome Wag
Mere Teusel
Marie Dressler
Agai
Gibson Git
Chicago
Terhele
Thingumbbota
Gherles M. Schwab
Ely Culbertson
O. Henry
Aken
Geneva
Irvin Cobb
Herman Fisher
Opie
Bargent
Humhan
Plong Park Avenue
Albert Xeller
Rite Hotels
America
Fifty-seventh Street
Nnrides
Eva LeGallienne
Atreeta
MeNanebl Syd, Inc
BUE
Europe
Reas Ark
Hea Ean
Elsie Robinson
Che
Wien
Coures
By Katheryn DE Peyster
Plaiz
Mrs. Alien
Joel Lax
Mias le Peynter
Renda
Mar
Tim
Marie
June Moonings
Whiner
Onty
Ilsenveren
Amon
King Fos. Syn. Inc
Luling
United North Ant Routte Oil Company
Witin
Futire
Sty
Acenige Lnera
Min Banda Juvental Sin Persia
Alama Beach
Fan Antoniens
Taxa
Man
Jauch
Camnelan
Golonization
Thayfre R. Downing
F. 8. Vadon
Alamo Baoth Improvement Company
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