More Evidence of Soviet Woes
A May 18 dispatch cites official Soviet press admitting rising embezzlement and graft in nationalized industries, with 130 million roubles misappropriated in one commissariat in six months. It argues shortages persist despite planned economy, noting bread and sugar queues and criticizes the regime for failing to curb private profit motives even amid harsh penalties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moscow
Soviet
Russia
Stalin
Commissariat of Trade
Soviet Commissariats
Soviet Russia
Lenin
Resignation of City Tax Commissioner Prompts Probe
San Antonio voters seek full disclosure on the tax office after Frank H. Bushick Sr. quits as tax commissioner. Mayor Quin had already commissioned CPAs to thoroughly examine the tax rolls amid a grand jury probe into a personal property assessment racket. Taxpayers want to know whether unassessed valuations can be restored and what the inquiry uncovers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank H. Bushick Sr
San Antonio
C. K. Quin
Certified Public Accountants
Ublic
Bushick
Juvenile satire on anti democracy groups and their rise
A caustic critique links groups like the Ku Klux Klan and the Silver Shirts to modern anti semitism and totalitarianism. It argues these movements recruit recruits during emotional tension, turn ignorance into business, and gain political power, likening them to Nazis and urging vigilance against their appeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Intelligence
Ku Klux Klan
Ku Klux
Wholesome renovation of democracy urged by Hilt
By Edwin C. Hilt argues against hatred and bigotry promoting real individuality. He cites youth blockages, economic breakdown, and advice from a New York psychiatrist linking to dementia groups. He urges maturity through education responsibility and family, echoing St. Paul on growing up.
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Mins
New York
St. Paul
Cong’t
King Fees
Syad
Paul Mallon
New York Exchange
Dresident
Congress
Natio
Nervous System Drives Mind and Man’s Higher Reach
A philosophic view claims the body’s organs exist mainly to sustain the central nervous system’s function. It notes humans differ from lower animals whose vegetative acts serve basic needs while humans develop thought and emotion through intricate nerve contacts that transmit impulses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Swan
Nerve impulses and brain reflexes in early neurology
Logan Clendening discusses how nerve impulses drive brain reflexes and mental life. He cites Sherrington on reflexes and explains perception arising from external stimulation, noting a newborn would lack thought without sensory input. Copywritten text appears with year 1998 by King Peas Syad Ine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sherrington
King Peas
Syad
Ine
From L A Light Files: 1918 Thanksgiving Observances
November 28 1918 reports on Thanksgiving activities in San Antonio with war relief note. Stores closed churches held services. Baylor College guests at Menger Hotel luncheon. Public schools planned five days of sessions after influenza.
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Brackenridge Park
Dean E.G Tawnsend
Baylor
Cole Ingo
Beilon
Wit
Baylor College
Menger
Milas Jewle
Tate
Toga
Baylor College Club
Public
San Antonio
Meek
Josh
Transportation chiefs fail to act at stalemated conference
Washington dispatch notes that leaders from rail, road, air, and water transport gathering to address national mobility largely did not take decisive steps. Key issues like rate revision and government financial aid were not tackled, leaving hopes for policy change dim and the rail problem stalled on the siding amid political and economic turmoil.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Teavey
Listen World Youth Critique Calls for Thoughtful Reform
Dorothy Rogers of Birmingham writes that American youth have lost the art of thinking and urges a thinking generation to lead progress with constructive thought. She contrasts youth with Dad and Uncle Sam, notes demand for deep topics, and cites habits of reading and campus attitudes as evidence.
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Dors
Uncle Saint
Dorothy Rogers
Birmingham
Ais
Mise Robinson
America
Iead
Ame¢ric
Ron
Alabama
Youth Letters Contest Rules From Elsie Robinson
A 1930s notice outlines Elsie Robinsons weekly prize contest for American youth to submit letters on public life topics. It specifies age limit under 30, word cap of 500, full author details, prize eligibility by postmark, and that winners will have names published.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lctler
Elsie Robinson
Hing Fess
Who Painted It and Who Sculpted It
A mixed list pairs artists with works and asks for correct matches. Items include Michelangelo, Rosy Mort, Gutzon Borglum, Albrecht Durer, and other named creators across paintings and sculptures. The page cites a 1938 copyright and invites answers keyed to the provided roster.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles
Frans Hals
Rosy Mort
Michelangelo
Willian Hogarth
Paul Manship
Emmaus
George Innese
Mode
Gutzon
Borglum
Moses
Anthony van Dyke
Adams
Jean Milleta
Thinker
Ghiser
Laughing Cavalier
Florence
Marry Go Round contrasts in men and women
A columnist mocks gender stereotypes by comparing women and men in politics shopping grooming and daily routines. The piece humorously notes women plan and coax while men improvise and rush to finish tasks and outfits. It portrays traditional views of domestic roles with playful satire.
Woman Seeks Marriage While Man Delays Union
A vintage quip on gender roles notes that a woman spends youth seeking a husband and wedding joy, while a man wastes years dodging marriage. The piece hints at efficiency not helping, with a playful Bryan-esque tone attributed to Helen Rowland.
Stars and Stripes on Engagement and Gender Roles
Johnny laments his failed engagement while a girlfriend declares she will place him on her waiting list. The piece pivots to a broader riff on gender norms and future expectations for boys and girls, suggesting worry about how girls will dress and behave as society evolves.
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Johnny
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Quin
Nelson Harding
Tae
Knights of the White Camelia
Cuckoo Salvationists
Gracie Allen
Dies Committee
By Edwin C. Hilt
Onty
By Logan Clendening, M. D
L. A. Light Files
John Mr
Pete
Garner
Indiana
Ietter
Meyer
Jetters
V. P
Lima
Cummings
Mack
J. Edgar Hoover
Bureau of Investgation
Stanley Reed
Bob Jackson
Thurman Arnold
Aig
Sin
Prac
World
King Ventures Syndicate
Grampa
Ameridea
Albrecht Darer
Ae Rabbio
Penn Delacroix
Orlely - Balnt-Gaudens Foroceo Holbein
Tins Fexturea Ayndicate, Inc
Solomon Bayz Verily
Missouri
Helen Rowland
Dumset
SELAH
Cony
Syndy
Ife
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