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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1925
Page
8
A Washington dispatch notes a major push in Congress to repeal secrecy for income tax returns. Proponents argue publicity educates the public, reveals tax system flaws, and pressures reforms toward equity and efficiency.
The Treasury reports that hoarding by about 8000 genuine misers has removed more than 450 million dollars from circulation in the United States. Foreign residents are blamed for at least 250 million in hidden wealth. Hoarders deprive themselves of interest and compound growth by avoiding banks, despite potential rapid wealth growth. After a searching investigation by special agents.
A reflective piece argues that traditional chores are vanishing as civilization advances. It contrasts rural and urban life with modernized heat, milk delivery, water systems, and automated farming. The author warns the loss of chores may require new explanations for American character and discipline.
A Federal Council of Churches report on prohibition argues laws cannot change human nature and that enforcement alone cannot curb drinking. It emphasizes religion and education as the path to rethinking personal habits and social issues, noting many drinkers will defy government as long as they live.
A readable guide notes Mars will be the sole morning planet this autumn after sunset in September. Jupiter and Venus appear high in November’s sky, with Mars, Spica, Arcturus, and the Great Bear in view. Mercury and Saturn stay dim near dawn while November’s middle brings a rich crescent of planetary sights and starlore for families to enjoy.
An old gossip item recounts a couple’s anniversary and a tense, early evening in a local setting. The narrative traces their casual conversations, a birthday remark, a mysterious exit, and a night of speculation as onlookers wonder about a hidden occurrence before a quiet return. The piece captures social dynamics and intimate moments among friends and neighbors.
The Christian Century notes four plagues shaping the world greedily driving liquor traffic drug trade venereal disease and war. Crane argues morality rises from public opinion and crowd influence while greed in money and power fuels these evils. He cites India and Egypt as drug centers and laments humanity’s profit motive obstructing reform.
A 1923 column explains why newborns cry, highlighting hunger and thirst as primary cues and stressing water over milk for hydration. It discusses infant digestion, the role of the stomach, and cautions about respiratory infections and ear complaints as common infant ailments, urging mothers to monitor signs and seek care.
A reflective piece on sensitivity and social teasing. It discusses how people with physical traits or disabilities may feel singled out and hurt by comments or taunts. The author urges care to avoid unintentional offense and to respect others feelings in everyday interactions.
A garbled historical note traces a man’s career from chauffeur of an electric crane at Bethlehem Steel to superintendent roles in transportation and subsidiary iron works. It mentions early training and a rise to general superintendent positions before returning to Bethlehem works. The text is muddled with OCR errors and names.
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