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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1929

Page

13

Hearst Papers list political reforms and world peace plan

The Hearst Papers advocate an equal basis for English speaking peoples to preserve peace and promote world peace with no minority representation in foreign leagues. They call for proportional Senate representation, separate defense departments under a National Defense Secretary, and vigorous federal actions to abolish illiteracy. Proposals include a January 1 inauguration, a federal sales tax to offset other taxes, a thirteen month calendar with four week months and Saturday holidays, construction of a Nicaragua Canal, and acquisition of French and English West Indies as debt settlement with France and Britain.

United States Senate Army and Navy Air Forces United Under Secretary of National Defense Education Congress Nicaragua Canal Hearst Papers French West Indies English West Indies France England

Lenroot Appointment Draws Fire Against Both Parties

The piece condemns President Hoover's choice of Lenroot as a trust lobbyist for a judicial post, alleging Senate Democrats and Republicans colluded to confirm him. It argues the appointment undermines democracy, cites Lenroot’s past as a power-trust lobbyist, and claims both parties protect big business while stifling genuine reform.

Lenroot Senate Power Trust Senat Hoover Wisconsin Washington

The Best Is Yet To Be For Automobiles Of Age

An editorial argues old cars suffer wear and danger on U S highways and should be junked, though uniform standards are hard to craft. It notes aging varies by model and individual vehicle and predicts airplanes will end the wreck problem once common.

United States Alom Weil

Strange Taxicab Robberies Hint at Cabaret Crime Ring

New York police track seven alleged black jackings tied to a Fifth Avenue hotel and cab rides to Dark Avenue addresses. A detective infiltrates a cabaret scene featuring Ruby Keeler and Doris Vinton era stars, while witnesses recount brutal attacks amid a city nightlife atmosphere. The piece notes lax taxi-driver conduct and a thriving entertainment district catering to middle aged patrons.

New York Upper Fifth, Avenue Dark Avenue Brin Ayol

NO GOODS IN STOCK Seething satire targets the consumer fool

A ragged rhetorical tirade mocks the consumer with a string of zingers about empty wardrobes hollow ambitions and perpetual debt. It savages pretentious shoppers praising no rain day reserves while lambasting shallow trends and misplaced priorities in a rapid flow of dated cultural references.

Some Facts About Endless Energy by Serviss

Noted astronomer Garrett P Serviss discusses energy as a conserved, universal substance. He argues energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed, and explores the deep philosophical questions behind energy conservation, matter, and the nature of reality.

Garrett P. Serviss Chicago

Food Poison Worms and Home Remedies Warned

A health notice warns of food poisoning risks during the season from improper refrigeration and undercooked meals. It lists various worms such as pork tapeworm and roundworms, notes symptoms like nausea and vomiting, emphasizes consulting a physician, and cautions against self treatment.

Ile Auost Audh United States Wright

Uncle Sam to Rule the Waves and British Resistance

A Glasgow Daily Record cartoon caption questions whether Uncle Sam should rule the waves, arguing Americans are stronger in wealth and industry and should take a larger naval role. It notes Britain’s history of maritime dominance and contemplates future military buildup and air power.

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