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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 26, 1951

Page

7

Aid to Our Enemies and the Truman Scandal

A columnist denounces President Truman for suspending a wartime law that barred aid to nations aiding Soviet Russia. The piece argues the move empowers Russia, prolongs the Korea war, and ignores Congress, calling it a dictatorship-like act and a grave security blunder cited by senators and critics.

Truman Soviet Russia Russia America Congress Cruman Red China Korea Mr. Truman Sen. Dickson Illinois United States Sen Dirksen Kem Missouri Sen. Cordon of Orezon

Letters to the Editor on aviation crashes and driver responsibility

The writer defends aviation maintenance and criticizes critics of a Kelly Field crash report. Roy Ford argues mechanical failures are inevitable and praises upkeep of plant planes. He condemns a proposed Texas driver responsibility law as punitive and impractical, urging revisions.

the Light Kelly Field William L. Stites Automobile Agency Stiles Roy B. Ford

Bacing Down on the News Ay ARTHUR "BUGS" BAER

Political wit notes a Republican slate with Taft out front and three governors plus three generals as contenders. The piece humorously lists Stassen Dewey Warren Arthur Blainhower and Wedemeyer, suggesting pardons and a strong, mixed bag of credentials. A playful jab on 1952 prospects ends with a nod to news distribution.

Arthur Bugs” Baer Taft Staszen Dewey Warren

These Days on Wedemeyer Johnson Evidence and Korea

George E Sokalsky argues Wedemeyer and Johnson exposed courage and honesty before the Russell committee while noting a missing original plan for Korea. He questions why the State Department could override military plans and warns about the dangers to economy, liberties, and the welfare state amid such policy shifts.

Korea Russia Sen Kerr Oklshoma MacArthur Russell Committee Jose Alexsander the Great U. S Klay Fea

Bible Verse Promise From Matthew 6 33 Shines Bright

A line from Matthew 6 33 emphasizes seeking the kingdom of God and righteousness first. The verse promises that all necessary things will be added unto believers who prioritize divine concerns. The message offers spiritual guidance and encouragement.

God

Did You Know Sponges From Tropical Gourd Dried Fruit

The note explains that sponges are made from the dried fruit of the luifa gourd, with the Wifa or lepfah called the dishcloth gourd due to its water absorbing fiber. It also recalls the Kipushi copper mine in Felgian Congo producing over a million tons of copper and Montana shipping 3,256,956 Christmas trees in 1949.

Kipushi Felgian Congo Montana

Government ownership as remedy faces monopolies limits

Government ownership is seen as a remedy for monopolistic failures but critics argue it has inherent limitations. The debate centers on efficiency, political influence, and the risk of reduced innovation under state control. Supporters urge stable prices, universal access, and long term planning to curb private power.

Menopolias

Pegler Sees Communist Aid to Stalin as Key War Factor

Westbrook Pegler argues that Communists in the Roosevelt era aided Stalin before Pearl Harbor and claims betrayals shaped U.S. war policy. He cites strikes at Allis-Chalmers and shipping control by Harry Bridges, accusing Roosevelt officials of aiding Stalin and underestimating the Allied fight against Nazi Germany.

Westbrook Pegler Russia United States Pearl Harbor Roosevelt Stalin Hitler Pegler White House CIO Allis-Charnexs Milwaukee Communist Party Harry Bridges Fhilin Murray Lad Lee Pressman Germany Japan Washington Kremlin

Critics Roar At Roosevelt Russia Policy And War Strains

A harsh critique attacks Roosevelt and his wartime handling of Soviet alliance. It denounces Stettinius and officials for praising Soviet aid while accusing them of magnifying ties, mismanaging material supply, and praising Moscow’s hard realities. It recalls Pearl Harbor, rationing, and questions production and leadership.

United States of America Winston Churchill Roosevelt Edward R. Stettinius Sooks Germany Trussia Lee Pearl Harbor Stalin Stetlinius Russia Urals Sas Ich Siberia Lenin MacArthur Japan

Fluoride in Water Reduces Tooth Decay Across Cities

Studies confirm fluoride’s role in lowering cavity rates when added to public water. In a comparison of two similar cities, those with fluoride had 6.5 fewer permanent teeth affected per hundred than the control, especially benefiting younger children, with no observed adverse effects from natural fluoride.

Sodium fluoride in water may be safe for all communities

The text notes ongoing studies by research groups to determine if adding sodium fluoride to municipal water can be routinely undertaken. It also defines arthritis as inflammation of a joint and lists several possible germs that can cause it, including pus-forming organisms, gonococci, andMycobacterium tuberculosis.

Citizens Rally Against Island Removal Proposal

On June 26, 11 residents rose in Iowa town to oppose Fire and Police Commissioner P. KE. Anderson’s plan to remove safety islands. The gathering underscored local safety concerns and cited potential traffic risks.

TUNE Anus P. KE. Anderson Iowatown

June 26 1952 Protest over post office site in San Antonio

Historic notes recount petitions from about ten thousand members of the San Antonio Trades council opposing the present site for the post office reconstruction. A telegram was sent to President Hever. the summary also mentions a 1921 fish hatchery establishment near Medina Lake with officials traveling to select a site and other dated items from 1911 1901 and earlier about military bands parades and a heat incident.

San Antonio Trades Council Hever Medina Lake George Schuppe Texas Game & Fish Pitective Assm Floyd McGown Medina Valley Irrigation Co

Hollywood Social Scene Buzzes With Cafeteria of Celebrities

Walt Winchell reports a whirlwind of high society chatter with Meg Mundy’s wedding links and ex-Met director marriages. Stars like Nancy Kelly, Dan Dailey, Rita Hayworth, and Walter Winchell’s Sunday radio slot anchor a web of romances, engagements, and rumored pairings across New York and London, amid political talk and showbiz intrigue.

Nancy Kelly Dan Dailey Bob Neal Linda Dariei Eth Merman Artie Shaw Nina Foch

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