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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 23, 1939

Page

6

Why America's Dollars Lie Idle and the New Deal

A critique argues idle money stems from high taxes and government overreach harming business. It asserts businessmen and savers would invest if they could secure safe profits, but heavy taxation and restrictive policies drain earnings, pushing funds into government securities and leaving wealth idle. The piece urges reducing taxation and government spending to revitalize private investment and employment.

New Deal Administration

A Homeland for the Jews amid world duties and options

The article argues the civilized world bears an obligation to establish a permanent Jewish homeland for persecuted Central European Jews. It criticizes Britain for failing Palestine and proposes British colonies in Africa as an alternative, suggesting vast lands to create a democratic, civilized home where Jews can prosper free from oppression. It emphasizes Jewish contributions and the need for a secure, livable land.

Europe Britain Palestine Jews of Central Europe Central Europe William Randolph Hearst

The Coal Strike Recalled Under Roosevelt Intervention

The piece recalls President Theodore Roosevelt’s 1902 coal strike intervention. It contrasts harsh mine conditions in earlier decades with wartime style leadership, naming George F. Baer, John Mitchell, and Root as key figures, and notes Roosevelt’s firm stance to avert disaster amid soaring coal prices and labor tensions.

Roosevelt Flerh Theodore Roosevelt J. P. Morgan Morgan Baer Rootes White House John Mitchell Mitchell

Roosevelt uses force to end miners strike

The account recalls Theodore Roosevelt confronting Mine owners and supporting miners by seizing control of key mines through Maj. Gen. John M. Schofield. It portrays Roosevelt as decisive, framing the strike as a test of national resolve and a victory for miners and workers against oppressive wage and hour conditions.

Hilly Loeb Roosevelt Washington John M. Schofield TLR Baer Jebor Theodore Roosevelt Fora Rend Cig

The Value of Criticism for Self Knowledge

The piece argues criticism is a privilege and opportunity. It claims people avoid self-knowledge by rosy self excuses and delaying change. It emphasizes that others notice true motives and that self respect becomes a barrier to growth.

Mallelaus Cain

Criticism, Self Knowledge, and Hidden Fears Explored

Elsie Robinson discusses how facing harsh remarks reveals character and hidden fears. She argues that honest critique, though painful, exposes truth about oneself and others, guiding growth and honesty despite ego hurt.

Tricky Names Quiz From The New World

A quirky prompt lists a string of partly garbled names and roles across countries and eras. From Crown Prine to Mata Harri, many lines resemble clues to famous figures and positions, inviting a reader to turn to the game page for answers.

Crown Prine Norway America Mgr Francia Spellman New York Norman American Red Cross Henri Petuin William Be Houre of Representativen Cesses Danton John Metaxtea Olelia Willard Wight United States Guuseppe Wise Herbert Reeseee Ox Towa Mahatma Ooo India Eleanora Dise Eugene Mata

Washington intrigue drives new housing and rail plans

In Washington amid a flurry of old policy panaceas United States insiders push housing and rail schemes. A shift toward lower mortgage rates and refinanced railroad equipment loans is discussed while labor and political maneuvering complicates peace talks and labor relations.

Washington White House New Deal Evcres Federal Reserve Kingringers United States Housing Authority Nathan Straus Hanker First National Mortgage ‘Association Dester Moffett

Ear Infections and Home Treatments Mentioned

An old medical note describes ear infections starting from throat germs traveling the Eustachian tube and potentially causing mastoid infection or brain involvement if untreated. It covers drainage, possible drum incision, remedies like carbolic acid in glycerin, external heat, infrared, and zinc ionization with cautions about dizziness from electrical current.

Remoyn T. 3 Paulson Fergus Falls Misin King Fess

16 and 20 Years Ago From L. A. Light Files May 23 1922

Transcontinental airline hub plans announced via a letter from Representative Augustus McCloskey to Porter A. Whaley of the chamber of commerce. McCloskey said an interdepartmental committee on civil airways was set to map national mail service needs.

Att Ale San Antonio New York California Augustus McCloskey Porter A. Whaley Chamber of Commerce McCloskey

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