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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1940
Page
8
A patriotic defense oriented piece argues the draft should prepare for defense, not war. It asserts youth aged 21 to 35 will support America and Monroe Doctrine aims, urging Washington to focus on readiness, armor, and deterrence over conflict while preserving democratic resolve.
The Widener family of Philadelphia gifts their valued art collection to the National Gallery in Washington, with works by Raphael, Van Dyck and Rembrandt. The collection, estimated between 12 million and 50 million dollars, will open as part of the gallery’s spring inauguration, and some pieces will move after Joseph E. Widener’s death. Peter A. B. Widener says the gift embodies democracy in protecting fine arts and culture, a step against foreign ideologies.
The New York case details the 1920 pistol fatality of Joseph B. Elwell, a renowned bridge expert with a lavish lifestyle and wide gambling ties. Police questioned guests from a late dinner as investigators probed his high profile social circle and elusive motive.
By Edwin C. Hill detectives probe a bridge expert’s murder. clues point to jealous husband or former lover amid locked doors and a houseful of women contacts. bed untouched. suspect entered via hidden routes. 1940 syndicate report notes ongoing mystery.
A reflective piece argues life thrives on change and movement while slowing to avoid pressure. It cites Gwethalyn Graham's Swiss Sonata and urges readers to embrace health, circulation, and adaptation rather than seek tranquil escape from modern anxieties.
Elsie Robinson critiques escapism from life through hobbies or insulated routines. She warns of mindsets that avoid challenge, labeling escapists as sterile, persecuting, and domineering. The piece urges embracing change and strenuous growth over comfortable withdrawal.
The 1920 note shows President Hoover asking Congress for a special emergency appropriation for public works and relief to tackle rising unemployment in San Antonio and nationwide, with $500,000,000 already set aside. Other items mention a November 9 event at San Antonio High School aiding college education funds and Mayor Bell urging auto traffic relief downtown due to increasing parking.
Washington dispatch reports hidden tremors in Roosevelt era policy as Japan withdraws troops from Nanning and interior points to ports. Officials warn the move could foreshadow renewed pressure on Singapore and the Dutch East Indies while U.S. leaders brace for possible crisis and unity politics after the election.
Dr. Perlow reports prostigmine aiding Buerger's disease vasospasm Raynaud's and related circulatory conditions with injections then oral doses. Seven of eleven Buerger's cases improve and complete relief occurs in some Raynaud's patients. Kidney stones may arise from infections or vitamin A deficiency. causes include chemical disturbances and urine obstruction with small stones potentially passing naturally.
A reader asked about passing kidney stones without treatment and potential need for surgery. Dr Bundesen discusses albumin in urine, possible acthosetic Ribumivurin, and posture influence. A separate inquiry cites toe pain from arthritis or gout and circulation issues, urging physician study for proper treatment. Another case notes a slow learner child, suggesting severe malnutrition, cretinism, or thyroid issues as possibilities and advising medical examination.
A satirical column critiques contemporary courtship and marriage expectations. It mocks male indifference to new partners, female shopping for status items, and the idea of women fitting themselves for marriage through chores and hobbies. The piece contrasts romantic myths with practical, modern life choices.
By Helen Rowland a humorous reflection on women’s sensitivities and husbands eyes catching price tags, noting the boredom of early kisses and the social absurdities of marriage and dating in a playful syndicated piece.
A garbled OCR style list of trivia prompts asks who was known as the Black Napoleon and other questions about saints gods detectives poets monarchs and famous makers. the text is fragmented with misread words and unreadable names, offering no coherent article content or clear event.
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