Reckless Spending and Taxation In American Times
Treasury statistics show federal expenditures surpass seven billion dollars with receipts at five and a half billion. The piece savages Washington for uncontrolled spending and taxation, calling for an American program of economy, wealth creation in private industry, and decently earned wages to restore self respect and end the dole. It condemns the New Deal as guiding the nation toward national exhaustion and a fifty billion dollar public debt. The author argues for restraint, real prosperity, and an American government focused on private enterprise and fair wages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Treasury
International News Service
American Republic
Safer Driving Cuts Traffic Fatalities by 15 Percent
The National Safety Council estimates traffic deaths for the last six months starting in November are down 15 percent from the prior year. If this trend continues, about 7560 lives could be saved versus last year. A private traffic research agency credits newspapers campaigns and civic safety committees for the improvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Safety Council
Look Out for the Undertow
Clark M Eichelberger head of the League of Nations Association promotes a September assembly to discuss reorganization. Prof James T Shotwell leads an American committee of experts preparing a plan to rebuild the League into a stronger universal union, despite US public sentiment to avoid entanglement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
League of Nations
Clark M. Eichelberger
League of Nations Association
League
James T. Shotwell
Assembly of the League
United States
Shotwell
Accidents and the Dangers of Sprains and Fractures
A cautionary note on ankle injuries emphasizes that minor twists can hide serious damage. Without proper care, swelling, pain, and lasting deformity may follow. seek medical evaluation rather than relying on casual assessment.
X Ray Guides Treatment For Ankle Injuries
A damaged leg image shows how X rays reveal damage extent and aid treatment. If sprain is likely the joint should be firmly fixed with complete ankle support. Adhesive plaster is used but must be expertly applied to avoid circulatory interference and ongoing swelling.
Medical guidance for ankle sprain treatment from 1938 text
The article advises cold compresses to reduce swelling and elevating the injured ankle, with weight off the damaged area. It warns not to assume a simple sprain and to consult a doctor if pain or swelling worsens, urging professional evaluation for safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
King Feas Syn, Inc
Through the courtesy of Carl A. Bryan Scout pages at D7 convention
Ten and twenty years ago from L A light files recount Boy Scouts serving as pages guides and handymen for San Antonio delegates to the D7 convention. Camp Laf-a-Lot near Comfort entertained fifty children with motion pictures presented by Lieut H W Lewis and Mickey Carlo. Clinton G Brown, former San Antonio mayor, commissioned captain in the National Army and assigned to the Washington D C construction department. Rev James M Todd, recently Madison Square Presbyterian pastor, ordered for overseas duty with the Young Men’s Christian Association, to sail from New York City.
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Carl A. Bryan
Senantonio
Junior Chamber of Commerce
San Antonio
Camp Laf-a- Lot
Comfort
Alent
Lieut
H. W.llewis
Mickey Carlo
Eighth Corps
Clinton G. Brown
National Ormmy
Contruction Department of the &Ignat Corps
Washington, D. C
Brown
Texas National Guard
James M. ‘Todd
Madison Square Presbyterian Church
Young Met
Christian Association
Todd
New York City
Daddy and His Little Girl From Eufaula Tribune
A father in Eufaula Alabama writes about his seven year old daughter starting school in a dark blue dress with a white collar and blue gloves. He describes her classmates and her teacher, discusses the daily routine, and appeals for drivers to slow down near schools to protect children. He mentions his dog Coot whimpering on the porch and expresses love and concern for his daughter's safety and education.
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Coot
Hall of Learning
Coub
Santa Claus
Ways Street
Nona
Do You Know Your X, Y, Z Vocabulary Quiz
A playful vocabulary quiz blending references to Xerxes Yale and the Zou. Questions cover color hints, currency terms, tools and traits, winds, diseases, and word origins. Readers are invited to turn to the Magazine Page for the Answers.
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Yale
Xanthia
Japan
Russia
Turkey
Jon Stusles
Arctic Ocean
Mediterranean Sea
Great Laken
Toronto Stork Derby Ends With $100000 Prize For Four Mothers
In a satirical contest crafted by Charles Vance Millar, Toronto’s stork derby ended with four winning mothers each receiving $100,000. Millar, a sharp, sardonic lawyer alumnus of the University of Toronto, admired satire from Voltaire and enjoyed exposing pretension with sly public jokes. He left behind a legacy tied to his humor and philanthropy, including race track interests.
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Charles Vance Miller
Rabelaishea
Millar
University of Toronto
Bat
Glen Ridge Model Of Unpaid Civic Leadership
A profile of Glen Ridge New Jersey famed for its unpaid voluntary government. The borough operates with no elected or paid officers except essential staff, praised for low crime and high planning quality. Emphasizes civic groups, professional volunteers, and a model for reform.
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Board of Education
Mbtaryboard
Glen Ridge
Newark
Viewpoint on Americanism and xenophobia in letters
A letter writer argues against racial purity and intermarriage bans, claiming true Americanism is a shared idea, not blood. The piece contrasts anti-immigrant sentiment with a defense of America as a nation of diverse origins and common ideals, warning against extremist proposals.
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America
Piaa
Robinson
Definition of a good American in democracy ideals
Elsie Robinson proclaims the noblest American vision rests on democracy and a diverse citizenry. A good American loves liberty equality and justice for all and serves the nation's dream, while a bad American seeks a restricted privileged order and betrays America’s accomplishments.
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Persia
Africa
Iberia
United States
America
King Fenn
Synd
Odd Facts Honor Cow With Aife Sized Metal Statue
An Aife sized metal statue has been erected in Ontario to remember a cow that yielded record butterfat during its 18 years. Passengers on British railways consume about 9 million meals annually, with around 250 thousand pieces of crockery broken in the process.
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Aife
Ontario
Canada
Lfe
Letters to the Editor on War and Foreign Agitation
The Light receives letters praising an editorial Keep out of War and denouncing Bolsheviks and foreign agitators. Contributors call for caution against pre war meddling, criticize Roosevelt, and urge action against American Legion vigilantes and foreign influence while defending local workers and associations. An anon signer closes with a plea for grace to sign.
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Vuleer
Conree
England
France
IL Duce
Etiopia
Barbane
TL Duco
Mr. Roosevelt
L. A
the Light
New Jersey
San Antonio
America
American
Bar ‘Association
Finck
Foct
Algn Anon
Fight on Naziism Editor The Light
The Light urges rallying to support William Randolph Hearst in his battle against Communism Nazism and Fascism seen as threatening free America. The piece condemns a dictator backed by weak media and political actors for violating democratic principles and laws, signaling danger and chaos.
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William Randoph Hearat
America
Jdeq
Witcee Dle Fen
Democratis
Rix
Sympathy for Those Who Defy low mood
A reader letter from The Light dated June 2 defends a so called Roose vel t era mood, arguing patriotic citizens deserve a good home automobile and ample household goods amid political turmoil.
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W. H. Finck
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Royal
Copeland, M. D
L. A. Light Files
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Little Girl
Aubrsery
Viizabeth
Pitaea
Eufaula
Ala
Trbune
Vrurn
Wgapyeimin
King Ventures Syndicalr, Inc
Stork Derby
By Edwin C. Hill
S Farm Deer
Aylmer
Cohularship
Grenridge
N. 3
Glen Hidge
Civic Conference Committee
Otter
Amsi¢Ur Carver
King Ween Synd
Bud Publietty
U. BA
Mia D. R Moore
Lomastréet
San Antonia
Texsa
Amercans
Hitler
Holland
Spain
Italy
Austin
Germany
Elsie Robinson
Mrs. Re Gy
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