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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1936
Page
7
The President shows commitment to a balanced budget, avoidance of new taxes, and department consolidation. He supports reorganization for efficiency and a revived agriculture and labor sector. The national leadership carries a mandate from the people, inspiring confidence even among past opponents.
A European debt risk article argues the United States must avoid accepting token or nominal settlements from defaulting nations. It urges a hard line under the Johnson act, insisting on substantial repayment and no strings. It cites precedent from Mussolini and Britain to show how foreign investments could be mobilized, warning against financing another world war.
The article compares World War I fatalities to motor vehicle deaths. It notes 25,830 traffic deaths in the first three quarters of 1935 and projects 87,500 for the year if trends continue, urging intensified safety efforts nationwide against preventable deaths.
A century early look questions how radio and soon television will alter campaigning. It asks whether visual and audible exposure will debunk plain merits or raise demagogic influence, and whether voters will seek substance or be swayed by dramatic performances. It warns of Hollywood styled candidate shaping and psychological tactics.
Fragmented reminiscence recounts an 1860s tale of Abraham Lincoln receiving a tailor made suit from Chicago merchants. The piece notes advisers urged a formal appearance, while observers mused on a televised era and its impact on public image, blending historical portrait with early media speculation.
Elsie Robeyson editorial cautions readers about allowing others to take advantage and urges assertiveness. It argues rights and respect come from self protection and saying no, challenging sentimental norms that excuse coercion. The piece frames personal responsibility and autonomy as essential to dignity and safety.
A misquoted proverb laments a generous spirit mending speech and wit as the salt of conversation. The text plays with weathered language and stray letters, hinting at a playful mash of names and quotes.
A garbled recollection traces Kenosha and Chicago figures, stage and screen careers, and the rise of American games culture. It mentions George Ade, Thornton Wilder, Katharine Cornell, George Parker, and World War era sport and entertainment figures, plus anecdotes about Harlem, Madison Avenue, and golf and ping pong scenes, with jumbled names and places. The piece weaves memoir fragments of actors, writers, and game inventors across decades, ending with reflections on aging and Shakespearean aspirations.
Medical guide explains jaundice causes and signs from bile buildup to obstruction. It warns jaundice can signal simple infections or serious disorders such as tumors, stresses diagnosis before treatment, notes yellow skin and pale stools, and mentions X rays and tests for proper care.
From the files November 18 1928 reports Albert Tay Assessor W Huth retires from a hunting trip after bringing down a 10 point buck. Extension of East Travis Street to Avenue anticipated to allow city government to enlarge the Federal building with bond funds. November 18 1914 items show police and fire officials planning improved cooperation under Commissioner Robert P Uhr. City ordinance banning automobiles with glaring headlights will be enforced. lamps to be frosted or dimmed by home measures to reduce glare.
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