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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 11, 1938

Page

9

Where Power Belongs in American Government Critique

Dr Harcourt A Morgan of the Tennessee Valley Authority is cited as one of three men who would hold America’s future fate. The piece argues the government lacks power concentration and warns Congress to investigate what it calls bureaucratic usurpation and subsidized praise for such authority.

Harcourt A. Morgan The Tennessee Valley Authority South TVA America Dr. Morgan Congress Moving Pictures Troent Hollywood Antion Vernon Ealnkorods Mokeld New York Andres Vermont

Red Faces and Overspending in Government Reform Debate

The piece notes a push to abolish the comptroller general while Senator Byes cites lack of congressional reports on yearly financials. Acting Comptroller Elliott sends a 100 item routine report detailing illegal contracts halted by his department, including cases involving a million dollars, to lawmakers to prove the office’s necessity and calls for independent oversight of government expenditures amid vast spending.

Senator Byes South Carolina Congress Elliott House Senate

Drift Toward War Warns Dr Mos Dick

A fragment quotes Dr Harry Emerson Mos dick of New York urging nations to avoid drift toward war. He warns undecided seas will settle the matter and argues the quickest path to war is not being prepared. The piece stresses building defensive strength to deter aggression.

Harry Emerson Mosdick New York

Spy costs climb as nations boost secret service budgets

The article notes Great Britain raises spending on secret service while France increases its appropriations since 1933 and Germany and Italy steadily raise annual espionage sums. It cites estimates by investigators placing overall world spying costs around 25 billion a year and references dramatic WWI era espionage legends and modern Hollywood treatment of spies. It also touches on cultural depictions and political campaigns of the era.

Great Britain France Germany Italy Cleopatra Marc Antony Theron Garden of Eden Emia Ludwig Grew Herr Groin Hollywood Fims

Understanding the peritoneum in health and disease

The peritoneum is a thin, glistening membrane covering most abdominal organs. It produces a lubricating fluid, prevents surfaces from sticking, and absorbs water. Peritonitis is its inflammation often linked to neglected appendicitis or abdominal organ rupture.

Peritonitis Warning in Appendicitis Care

Dr Copeland notes severe abdominal pain signals possible peritonitis, a dangerous complication needing immediate operation. Seek prompt medical evaluation if sudden sharp or persistent abdominal pain occurs, as delay reduces recovery chances and may mislead as indigestion.

King Fenn

Marry-Go-Round Vision and Self-Deception in Love

Woman narrates visions and self deception about love and investments. The speaker criticizes women as always kidding themselves, hypnotized by rosy promises, while men offer empty schemes. The tone criticizes gullibility and manipulation in romantic fantasies.

Swamp Urban Development Promises Fairy City Growth

Helen Rowland muses on urban dreams of a booming metropolis with homes schools and clubs, hinting at social climbs and personal ambition. The piece weaves irony and observations on desire, love, and the cost of progress in a bustling, transformative era.

Spot the Truth Behind a Questionable Love Promise

A reader asks to spot a probable false claim about infidelity and marriage as a test of truth. The text discusses trust, jealousy, and the idea that marriage does not cure flaws, noting various stereotypes while criticizing them. It references a date and a literary author, suggesting a column-style discourse from a historical newspaper.

Listen World 9 by ag Elsie Robinson and The Hurricane imagery

A fragmentary prose piece reviews a film era note with vivid storm imagery. The writer recalls The Hurricane and its biblical scale weather allegory. The piece intertwines life terror loneliness and a skyline of surf and wreckage. The bell of Father Paul church stands as a hopeful beacon amid chaos.

John Ford Samed Goldwyn Father Paul

Foolish friends in politics praise the taxpaying foe

Palmer J. M.D signs an unsigned Open Forum letter decrying "foul friends" of good government. The piece accuses supporters of spreading lies, defending graft, and aiding demagogues while urging voters to scrutinize public figures and demand honest leadership in democracy.

Harlandale Incorporation Vote Defeated in Special Election

A special election in the suburb resulted in a defeat for the proposal to incorporate. The movement began weeks ago after Mayor C. M. Chambers announced plans to draw as many incorporated additions into San Antonio as possible to keep the city the largest in the area. Albert Pike chapter of the Order of De Molpy announced a public meeting at Reebhovetz hall to install new officers. Officers ready to be installed include Gilbert J. Trischy master constable and Edgar Preil senior counselor with others to follow. A tank division organization was announced, inviting unassigned officers at San Antonio and other posts to volunteer for service.

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