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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 04, 1927

Page

8

Echoes of Dead Past on Russia's Governing Shifts

The piece notes Eren sky, once a Peenner of Russie, argues the present Soviet government is more tyrannical yet more aligned with Russian wishes than Kerensky's. It contrasts nine years of Soviet rule with Kerensky's brief tenure, saying Soviet ideas reflect revolution, unlike American views.

Erensky Kerensky Russia Kerens America

Public Health Nurses Promote Preschool Eye Checkups

A national drive to eradicate preventable childhood blindness seeks 12,000 public health nurses to lead preschool eye examinations. Parents often resist health checks, so a game-based chart will reveal faulty sight and gain child interest. Initiatives start in Missouri Kansas Kentucky and Western New York and aim to spread nationwide.

United States Missouri Kansas Kentucky New York

Going to the Dogs A dire forecast from Yale scientist

The piece mocks Dr Bradley Stoughton as predicting civilizational collapse due to flippancy and disobedience while lampooning continual warnings. It argues the public remains calm, noting the nation has always been told of impending ruin yet endures, suggesting optimism despite dire forecasts.

Bradley Stoughton Yale

Justice Holmes at eighty six finds life worth living

The piece notes that most views on aging are unfavorable but cites Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr. as an exception. At eighty six, he values life, telling a friend that should the Lord summon him in five minutes he would request ten instead, highlighting his contemplation and observational passions.

Browning Justice Holmes Supreme Court Oliver

Dawn and Dusk on Mars by Garrett P Serviss

Noted writer on scientific topics discusses Mars observations by Coblenz and Lampland at Cowell Observatory during 1924 and 1926 oppositions. He explains planetary temperatures and atmospheric conditions, noting Mars as a distant neighbor and comparing its climate cycles to Earth with emphasis on seasons, polar frost, and the lack of moisture.

Garrett P.serviss Ital Mars W. W. Coblentz C. ©. Lampland Cowell Observatory Arizona Earth Venus Messrs Cabburg and Lamplain Coblenta Swater

Tree Planting By Dr Frank Crane

Dr Frank Crane discusses how a severe California storm highlighted the role of forests in rainfall and flood control. George Barnes of the American Reforestation Association explains trees retain water, protect soil, and slow floods, urging national forest protection, school teaching, and reforestation efforts.

Frank Crane George 4 H. Barnes American Reforestation Association Ching May Foo Gelifornia United States China

Able Officers for a Ready Nation Face of Military Strength

A historical commentary praises U S military leaders and potential war readiness. It lauds capable officers in diplomacy and the armed forces while criticizing slow promotion and underfunding. The piece asserts the nation has competent personnel and money but lacks timely equipment and opportunity to prove ability.

Army Navy

How to Avoid Kidney Trouble After 50

An instructional piece warns readers past fifty to monitor kidney health, noting Bright's disease and albumin in urine as possible signs but not definitive. It emphasizes temperance, stress management, proper diet, hydration, regular baths, and avoiding extreme temperatures to protect kidney function and overall vitality.

Otis Dey New York Tom Bright

Determination to Hurt Denies Flapper Teacher Role Claim

In a Bucolic Press note, officials dismiss the idea of a "flapper teacher" within the school system. The piece warns against alleged tainted complaints and immodest dress linked to residents near Meceney-King's Mountain in Gas tonia.

Tate King’s Mountain Cor Gastonia Gazette

Daily Good Deed Reminder From The Times

A brief item urges readers to perform kind acts and avoid airing personal complaints to keep a cooperative community tone. The note emphasizes restraint and consideration for others in daily life.

Artless Ads Promote New Larger Canton Parlor

An advertisement note reports the Dare Beauty Parlor expanding to a new larger Canton location following steady patronage. It details the move and invites customers to visit the enlarged shop.

EL Dare Heauty

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