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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1925
Page
6
An article in The Light of San Antonio argues young couples with modest means should avoid expensive neighborhoods. It warns overextension, stressing happiness lies in affordable homes and a simple, productive community rather than striving for prestige beyond means.
An editorial discussion notes cancer kills Sun Yat Sen and many others, citing uncertainty about heredity and aging. It argues cancer is linked to civilization and lifestyle, highlighting regional differences and a controversial claim about diet and throat cancer in China.
The obituary discusses Medi McCormick and the influence of wealth in politics. It argues that independent wealth in public life benefits the country when not denaturing, noting McCormick could sustain an expensive Washington establishment and wield more influence than a frugal legislator.
In Shantung province Confucius ideas are linked to modern farming as an American missionary orders steel plows. Chinese ore farmers may soon adopt tractors as prosperity grows and agricultural conditions improve.
Wayside Wisdom by 5. E. Kiser laments Miss Abby Rockefeller’s upcoming marriage in May and her crowning change to poverty level duties. The piece mocks luxury, stating she will wash dishes, cook, and clean, trading ease for frugal home life as she begins married life.
A narrator seeks four walls to live in and finds a wonderful sea view from a park bench in Green Park. A displaced man nearby is out of work, and the speaker leaves him there after reflecting on his own comfort versus shared hardship. The tale ends with gratitude and resignation.
The Bayard name honors Pierre du Terrail born 1470s at Chateau Bayard. He served under Charles VIII and Francis I, fought at Fornovo and the Spurs Notte, was knighted after Marignano, and died after Bonnives defense. The title evokes the fearless ideal soldier known as the chevalier sans peur et sans reproche.
A parent guide urges watching children grow in mind and body and praising progress. It argues for teamwork over individual competition and emphasizes continuous improvement through measured effort and cooperation. Parents are encouraged to grow alongside their children and maintain mental youth.
A 1925 McClure Syndicate piece discusses how some people stand out with strong individuality while others blend in. It contrasts McKinley’s easy likability with a contrasting figure who had too much personality, and notes that popularity often hinges on how one presents themselves and how much they resemble peers.
Legal health column argues falling accidents are unpredictable yet preventable through diet, exercise, and active living. It cites monkey, elevator, and toe injuries to illustrate variance in outcomes and stresses training for health to guard vital organs and strengthen bones and muscles.
A 1923 article by Louis E. Bisch discusses teen emotional stress and sexual consciousness. It urges parents to gain their children's confidence, ask questions, and encourage frank talk to help youth cope with doubts and nervous strain.
In this motivational piece, J. J. Mundy urges readers to resist quitting life’s effort. He argues that softening now makes recovery harder later, as opportunity may appear just around the corner if effort remains steadfast.
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