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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1944
Page
3
Editorial argues government should promptly release a limited number of new transport planes to domestic airlines to ease wartime shortages. With over 350 planes at start and fewer than 200 now in service, priority cargo and passengers are delayed, slowing munitions delivery and war production.
The article describes infectious mononucleosis as a often misunderstood disease with glandular, anginose, and febrile forms. It details glandular enlargement and splenic involvement, sore throat in anginose type, and sudden onset with possible rash in the febrile form. The Paul Bunnell test is used for diagnosis by mixing patient serum with sheep red blood cells.
Dr H N Bundesen and Dr James P A Halcrow study an epidemic of a disease in 20 to 43 year old patients. Many had few symptoms while others were severe. Treatments with various drugs yielded little value. The disease generally clears up slowly but is easily confused with other disorders making symptom knowledge important.
The radio piece argues that a career can help or hinder a woman's chances to marry. It suggests an idealist, experimentalist mindset leads to heartbreak, while modern couples seek a balance of husband and lover. The piece notes divorces rise among career women but counters with evolving social norms and public attention to marital woes.
The piece reviews the 1838 Texas Declaration of Independence signed on March 2. It cites George Childress as its principal author and notes how the document masks political frenzy with a measured call for independence from Mexico. It contrasts expected reform with reality under Santa Anna’s rule.
Warren Atherton, national commander of the American Legion, praises William Randolph Hearst in a April 28 1944 Washington DC message for backing the GI Bill of Rights and sustaining American democracy. The note commends Hearst as a friend to servicemen and a leader against disloyalty, expressing gratitude for support to the year’s legislative program and American activities.
William Randolph Hearst thanks newspapers for cooperation and publicity during Be Kind to Animals Week. Emphasizes concern over pet abandonment amid wartime stress and gratitude for cartoons and feature pages like A Boy and His Day. Pledges continued effort and happiness moving forward.
Washington reports say troops were quickly pulled out after a Chicago plant seizure during a volatile election year. The piece notes OPA influence, pressure from farmers, and political maneuvering around the CIO strike and wage demands. It highlights Jesse Jones, Attorney General Biddle, and Chester Bowles amid allegations of government overreach and intervention.
Walter Winchell surveys weekly show business with reviews of Pick-Up Gin and The United States coast guard Jubilee of amusement. Pamela Rivers debuts as a bright new talent while Gas Light and The Voice of the Turtle receive attention. International Pictures signs Gary Cooper to a four song contract as Hollywood buzz continues.
Elsa Maxwell recalls a night with George Sokolsky amid a critique of political culture. He muses on truth, slogans, smears, term limits, private versus public speech, and a patriot’s duty to America. The piece frames distrust of power and calls for honest governance and national loyalty.
James J. Davis, son of Judge James R. Davis, to start a year as secretary in the bankruptcy court under referee R. O. Hull. Appointment announced yesterday. Also notes Master Sergeant Otto Leonard retired after nearly 28 years in the U. S. Army and plans engineering work in Corpus Christi next fall.
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