Abou ben Adhem Would Place His Name On Red Cross
A reflective piece traces the Red Cross origin from 1857 to 1863 Geneva con- ference and later charter. urges San Antonio readers to join next week’s roll call, linking compassion to national duty and the army presence at the city. It weaves literary allusion with call for membership and service.
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Abou-ben-Adhem
Red Cross
Henri Dunant
Geneva
Wurtemberg
Bexar County
Mother of Mercy
San Antonio
Army
United States
Wayside Wisdom By S. E. Riser
A reflective verse on a father growing older and respected, noting his steady integrity and public success without earning a silver cup. The speaker admires his honesty and resilience while acknowledging moments of struggle on the ladder of achievement.
Some Sap and Salt by Bert Moses
A compact 1924 vignette by Bert Moses critiques law, honesty, and social mores with satirical wit. It condemns lawyers and business as principle, notes the electric button as a token of success, and comments on marriage dynamics and gendered luck in choosing husbands.
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Bert Moses
Not Going to Join It A Country Club Debate
A speaker recounts a casual wish to join a new self club and golf intrigue. He explains a friend pressures him toward joining a country club while vowing to keep his money, but the narrator doubts the truth. The scene captures mix of humor and skepticism about social clubs.
Busy Tuesdays By Bugs Baer
A humorous monologue argues elections should not fixate on Tuesday. It riffs on why Tuesday is official election day, questions the day’s significance, and advocates broader consideration of other days for civic duties and ceremonies. It jokes about calendars, laws, and social customs with playful asides.
Saving for Emergencies In Daily Finances
The piece urges planning for unexpected expenses to avoid debt, noting many unforeseen costs arise yearly. It argues that saving while spending reduces worry and preserves peace of mind, warning that debt can trap those who ignore their finances.
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Foot Comfort Secrets From Royal S Copeland M D
Winter foot care advice from Royal S. Copeland focuses on preventing chilblains and improving circulation. He urges proper shoe fit, dry feet, varied stocking weights, and warns against tight footwear and over-warm rooms. A home remedy using iodine solution is also noted.
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Mmy
Feature Sergica, Inc
How Sun Keeps Us Warm and Climate Sensitivity
A reader asks how slight changes in Earth's distance from the sun would affect climate. The article explains inverse square warming, noting a doubling of distance greatly reduces solar energy, while small altitude changes on mountains create local ice ages due to thinner air and higher albedo. It outlines how atmospheric greenhouse effects trap heat and how Earth radiates heat back after solar heating.
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Milwaukee
Alps
Rockies
Sierras
Greenland
Anarctica
Earth
Questioning Brute Force Public Opinion and Deportation
A columnist critiques mob mentality in immigration and morality cases. The piece contrasts Stanwood Menken’s deportation claim with due process, cites Firpo the prizefighter’s court fights, and argues for a fair tribunal before punishing or exonerating anyone. It urges accountability for accusers and urges sticking to lawful procedures.
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Navy
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Tao
Havens
Baer
Robinson Crusoe
Mexico
J. J. Mundy
Barrick
Royal S. Copeland
New York
New York City
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Standwood Menken
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Firpo
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