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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 02, 1939

Page

7

Texas Freedom in 1836 and Today

On the one hundred third anniversary of Texas independence the piece recalls Washington-on-the-Brazos and the Texas declaration signed by 58 patriots. It honors the Alamo defenders, Sam Houston's rally cry, and the pioneer spirit of freedom and risk, urging Texans to preserve democracy and the frontier ethos against a softer era.

Texas Republic Washington-on-the-Brazos Texas Alamo Travis Bowie Bonham and Crockett San Jacinto Sam Houston Elsie Robinson All America

Symbol of Peace and the Umbrella

An American observer praises Britain's Prime Minister and his umbrella as a symbol of peace. The piece notes how Chamberlain uses it to shield against rain and perceived evils, urging Roosevelt to have an umbrella of his own to promote harmony and avoid conflicts on the world stage.

Great Britain Chamberlain Blackburn Roosesvelt Pisace Mr. Chamberlain Europe Mr. Roosevelt

March of Events in a Coast Letters and Fables Mix

A jumble of reflections on a proposed national bureau of fine arts, plus quirky local notes. Alicia Rooney denounces state sponsorship of artists while Miranda the hen becomes centerpiece in a bizarre tale ending with counterfeit notes found in her nest. Also references to a medieval sea tale and a World War II era book review.

Alicia L. Rooney Pasadena Calif Walter Damrosch National Bureau of Fine Arts National Bureau of Fine Arts Miranda Pilkin Avenue Brooklyn R Clurk Nis Jamous Mirandy Hhr

Medusa book praised as masterpiece by critic

By Benjamin DeCasseres the piece extols the Medusa narrative as a stark study of human reaction to death at sea. It lauds the collection's brutal realism and dramatic portrayals, noting the survivors and the vast themes of hunger, thirst, and extreme courage.

Hells Baldwin Ite

Editor Tae-Lignh commended for fairness and citizens' rights

Signed letter from Howard Gibson praises the editor for integrity in medical practice billing issues. It urges awareness of capital actions curtailing citizen rights and emphasizes the right to obtain medical care as a personal right.

Tae-Lignh Howard Gibson

Dissatisfaction Drives Progress, Billy Jenkins Says

Jerome Jenkins of Los Angeles hosts a discussion on a famed space column about virtue versus contentment. He argues that discontent fuels improvement and highlights how Americans advance by refusing to settle for “good enough.”

Billy Jenkins Los Angeles

We Can Do Better If We Stop Believing Inadequacy

A fragmented editorial voice urges self improvement and personal responsibility. It cites Billy Jenkins of Los Angeles and a call to reject resignation and embrace higher standards in life and work. The piece hints at a broader cultural critique of complacency and self-doubt.

B. J

Question Quiz From Old Times With Odd Histories

A scrambled trivia page asks about birthplace of Clare Washington and names from British geography and history, including Tannhauser composer, Jerusalem pilots, London government streets, and revolutions. It lists many odd spellings and prompts to turn to another page for answers.

Clare Washington Creat Britain Tannhauser Jerusalem London America Belgium Amerie Kader Bunker Hin Fender Wan

Peace efforts and labor board shifts eyed by administration

Washington dispatch notes President Roosevelt's peace letter to the A F of L and C G Lewis, ghostwritten by Panney Perkins, mailed amid planned administration maneuvers. Reports say new steps will unfold, including possible labor relations board changes, tax policies, anti monopoly moves, and a spring economic upturn.

Washington Tooosevelt A. F Bill Green C. FG John Lewis Panny Perkins Misa Perkins Beth Tee Hest Morgenthau Hankins Reyieion National Labor Relations Aoard NORE Federal Housing Administration Mareh Itis FD. I.’s

D Annunzio the Brash Genius Who Shaped Fascism

A portrait of Gabriele D Annunzio as a flamboyant, multi gifted Italian figure whose tumultuous life spanned literature, aviation and politics. The piece recalls his Lake Garda villa Vittoriale and his complex relationship with Mussolini, portraying him as a magnetic yet controversial catalyst in Italy’s early fascist era.

Alps Sicily Italy Mussolini Gabriel D'Annunzio Leonardo da Vinci Ufe Tannunglu IL Ducn Mic Uslsha Lake Garda Vittoriale Vila Yast Fers Dens Fai Hermes Versziliis Duse Dvannunzio Foreign Office Muxsolini Stile Taselam D’annunzis Daumen- Zio Leutenant

L A Light Files Recap and Texas Independence Events

Ten and twenty years ago items detail Texas Independence Day observances with speeches by Etheridge and Beltey, Alamo chapter activities, and public film showings in San Antonio. Local notes include telephone operators’ flirtation crackdown, property purchase at 124 Avenue D, and a steam heated house sale for 13,000 dollars arranged via Mrs. Gra vie Corsielt Ramaey.

D. W. McGee Mary Clem Patterson Gravie Corsielt Ramaey

Ear Infections and Home Care for Children

An article explains how gentle nose blowing reduces ear infection risks in children. It discusses risks of fever, mastoiditis, and meningitis from untreated infections, and outlines home care steps including cleaning and drying the ear canal, and using boric acid or iodine powder. It notes that severe cases may require surgical mastoid operation if internal ear infection worsens or abscesses form.

Edwin Wf. Griffin Brookelyn N.Y

Treatment of middle ear infections by Dr. Bundesen

Dr. Herman N. Bundesen discusses how acute middle ear infections must be treated properly. Symptoms include fever and ear pain with a red bulging eardrum. A perforation may be avoided with drainage and simple care, but when pus forms the eardrum may require surgery to prevent greater damage.

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