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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 11, 1937

Page

9

Armistice Day and the Fear of Future War

An editorial on Armistice Day warns the world is returning to 1914 conditions with a nine-power conference at Brussels edging the U S toward alliances. It argues the nation must choose sides in the next war and emphasizes the need to be strong on defense rather than entangled in foreign commitments.

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Armistice Day Reframed as Dedication to Prevent War

The remarks recast Armistice Day from celebration of peace to a commitment to prevent future war. They warn against weakness inviting violations of national integrity and oppose aligning with nations moving toward war to avoid being drawn into catastrophe.

Not Wanted San Antonio to Clean Up Crime Wave

The city launches a cleanup campaign against winter migrants labeled as criminals. Police round up suspects, fingerprint them, and demand proof of presence in Sim Antonio to deter banditry after a spate of armed robberies and abductions over three weeks. The force vows to act before crimes occur.

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Safer landings via slow descent from new German plane

Across the sea reports a German designed airplane that may land slowly and safely. Colonel Lindbergh, while in Germany, saw a craft claimed to take off at 15 to 30 miles per hour and require only 60 feet of runway. The piece envisions future aviation reducing emergencies by matching high air speed with gentle touchdown, suggesting the German design could point the way.

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Charity Drive Urges Support for Red Cross Aid

The piece appeals for Red Cross funds citing past floods along the Ohio and Mississippi rivers and the long crisis across communities from Calva to Ozark regions. It recalls images of levee danger and evacuees awaiting shelter as civilians urged to donate.

Great Flood Pictures and Refugees Along the Mississippi

The flood receded from the Ohio as millions of tons of water swept toward the Mississippi valley. Refugees crowded levees and steamboats in ragged clothes, separated families, and pleaded for aid as federal troops assisted and Red Cross workers faced the immense task of relief and recovery.

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Red Cross Mission in Disaster Aid and Rehabilitation

Edwin C. Hill extols the Red Cross as the urgent responder to disasters offering immediate relief, swift surveys of needs, and endless support. It must care for food, clothing, medical staff, and later rehabilitation, ensuring aid until victims stand on their own feet. The organization pledges to spend efficiently, with 101 cents of every dollar used prudently.

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Fortieth birthday insight on women’s life stage

An essayish piece by Helen Rowland argues that turning forty frees women from youth’s masquerades. It celebrates maturity as a comfortable, attractive phase where women relax, shed fear of aging, and pursue desired activities with confidence.

Open Forum on war, real estate a foreign policy reflection

The text debates national aggression and economy while asking if nations should pursue war or buy territory. It recalls historical land sales such as the Louisiana Purchase and questions lessons for today, noting the role of real estate deals in international policy.

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Vanishing aristocrats of Manhattan and a market lull

In New York a dwindling class of elderly clubmen moves as late as six, dining solo with studied detachment under the gaze of East Side gourmets. The piece notes social rituals, the sharp contrast with a new girl in town, warnings about shysters, and a market downturn that hit luxury trades. It recalls Blue Silverman’s memorial, George M. Cohan’s lunch talk, and quirky anecdotes from the city’s cultural scene.

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State health vs Livestock health is the same issue

A historical essay argues that protecting public health should cover children and citizens with the same zeal as safeguarding livestock. It notes Purdue discussions between Drs Fishbein and Saul on state medicine, costs, and equal access to medical care, warning that only the wealthy and destitute may receive adequate service.

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Public Medical Service Debate Calls for Universal Care

Elsie Robinson argues from Philadelphia papers and medical groups that tens of thousands of children suffer dental decay due to lack of care and that maternal deaths in 1932 were largely preventable. She urges universal public medical service, noting road, mail, fire, and police funding as parallels and criticizing opponents of national health measures.

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Digestive system overview from lower alimentary canal

The text explains the lower alimentary canal about 23 feet long in the abdominal cavity. It describes transforming food into usable nutrients, absorption into blood and lymph, and subsequent waste excretion. It likens digestion to a factory with enzymes from pancreas and liver aiding absorption, and muscular waves moving the food through the intestines.

Digestive Health Warns of Alimentary Canal Care

By Royal S Copeland explains how nutrients are absorbed, wastes exit the body, and infections can affect the alimentary canal. He emphasizes the need for proper care and immediate medical attention for disorders, noting constipation and other digestive issues arise from neglect.

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Ten and Twenty Years Ago in the Files of November 11 1927

A Piel of Cotta oil painting near San Antonio wins first division honors at One Lexis Cotton Palace in Waco. Mrs Cuttan H Tappey of Sen Au tants listed as the artist. Ruth Newman and Leonard Wolfe of Nathaniel J Tewshorne Junior High win medals at the San Antonio junior school aquatic meet at Woodlawn. Southern Department headquarters report telegrams confirming Pancho Villa threats near Ojinaga. Maj Gen Buckman notes sufficient troops in the area and no new studies. San Antonio subscribes 30000 of its 46000 war camp recreation fund. donations to continue until the goal is reached.

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What Do You Know What Was the first Frown town in America

A series of trivia prompts asks about historical figures and facts. It includes questions on medicine, theft, biblical converts, poetry, and geography, with a closing note about a Canmite Page and a copyright claim from 1997 by King Bonturca Syndicate, Inc.

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