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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 11, 1941

Page

4

Air Transport in America Must Not Suffer

A strong plea urges reversal of withholding equipment from American commercial airlines to aid Britain. It argues civil aviation supports defense and civilian needs, praising private airlines for safety and efficiency, and condemning bureaucratic interference and any curbs on maintenance or new planes. Mayor LaGuardia praised preserving transport planes at home.

America Great Britain United States Navy Mayor LaGuardia LaGuardia

Names Replace Numbers for Navy Warplanes

The American navy ends number letter designations for warplanes in favor of names like Wildcat Helldiver Mariner and Avenger. The public would rally more to named aircraft such as these than to dull pby4x or 808c designations. Shakespeare aside, names carry spirit and pride for ships and planes alike.

Shakespeare

March of Events Tars American Wealth Under Taxation Threat

A column decries Treasury proposals to tax profits over six percent as a step toward communism. It argues private wealth and income face a steady anti-private wealth drive, labeling the move as a major anti-American policy. The author reflects on legal maxims and a caricatured fear ofNazism, referencing Abraham Lincoln, Blackstone, and Alfred Rosenberg in a sweeping, opinionated critique.

United States Treasury Morienthau Helb Germany Washington Abraham Lincoln Abe Shakespeare Abe Lincoln

Rosenberg’s Nazi creed and imperial ambitions criticized

A fragmentary critique argues Alfred Rosenberg mirrors Nazi orthodoxy, championing Aryan supremacy and global conquest. The text condemns his pseudo pagan rhetoric, calls for the extermination of Christianity and Jewry, and imagines a Rosenberg dictatorship as a fit charge for a future Kremlin ruler.

Rosenberg Germany Hitler Adolf Alfred Rosenberg Kremlin

Odds and Ends: Rounder Area Estimation and Language Note

The article states Rounder Ever estimates its land area at 178 855 square miles, labeled as Dene and larger than Australia. It notes South American regions tuned except Ecuador and Chile, and mentions the native dialect of Dutch Gulena called talkle talkle.

Rounder Australia Ecuador Chile

By Helen Rowland the walk

A humorous critique of male etiquette and chivalry in social settings. The piece contrasts outdated gestures with common, modern missteps, noting women’s continued appreciation for polite acts. It references stereotypes of American men and social routines such as dining, taxis, and etiquette demonstrations.

Public Hearing Divides on Cleaners and Dyers Ordinance

October 1 1931 reports public hearing on a proposed ordinance by the Master Cleaners and Dyers association to limit cleaning and dyeing work to firms supplied with peel tied equipment. Mayor C M Chambers received about 100 letters from opponents and supporters. October 11 1924 mass meeting on diverting purchase of the W 32 Malone site for an international fair at the Morgan Woodward Building.

C. M. Chambers Master Cleaners Did Dyers Association South Side Real Denty Merabera W. 32 Malone Morgan = Woodward Flores Street

Silk Hosiery Shortage Sparks Calm Public Opinion

In a wry reminiscence, the writer notes a nationwide silk stockings scare elicited little panic in San Antonio compared with eastern cities. They contrast imagined wartime ribbon shortages with typewriter ink and discuss handwriting woes, laments, and a tolerance for modest conveniences amid shortages.

Clean teeth need care and diet to prevent decay

A Maryland study of high school pupils shows untreated cavities grow until tooth destruction. Early detection and filling halts decay and preserves function. Diet factors including vitamins A D B complex calcium and phosphorus aid prevention, with emphasis on maternal and early childhood nutrition and regular dental visits beginning around age two.

Henry Klein Carroll & Palmer Maryland

Preventing Cavities Early to Protect Second Teeth

Dr H N Bundesen argues cavities in first teeth risk infection spreading to second teeth. Neglect leads to crooked teeth, gum problems, and potential loss of second teeth. Early care prevents these issues, illustrating the adage an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.

King Fess Aynd Tne

Letter to the Editor on tax fairness and city hiring

Robert F. Artuge voices concern over a proposed settlement with lax strikers and argues against prioritizing big taxpayers. He criticizes the council for planning to hire 40 extra workers at high costs, claiming the jobs should be handled by already paid state employees.

Eastor Baty Emal Robert F. Artuge

A Woman's Place in War and Home Modern Truths

A controversial wartime essay argues that a woman's place remains in the home while acknowledging the need for women to work. It asserts the home as a center of peace, influence, and family life, stressing the wife’s role in guiding family values and supporting national effort.

By Elsie Robinson brick in the front line tribute

Fragmentary text appears as a mixed note with phrases about Elsie Robinson and a 041 by King Fras Sym Ine, lacking clear context or complete events to summarize a coherent news item.

King Fras Sym Ine

Odd Facts on Brazilian Vote Rights

Ambiguous text claims voting rights in Brazil for adults except certain groups. Mentions suspended entitlements and unrelated phrases about a guinea pig and various nonsensical terms. No clear events, dates, or coherent persons or organizations are identifiable.

Brazil Gbeb Hennelor'y

Three-Legged Willie, Texas Gunslinger in Legal Duel Legend

A wild tale follows Three-Legged Willie, a Georgia born gunslinger sent by Sam Houston to Texas. Known for a wooden leg and a pistol at hand, he allegedly used his rifle and revolver in courtrooms and duels, intimidating lawmen and patrons alike as stories of his confrontations spread.

Rabert M. Willartsor Sam Houston Ebragog Wil Hamnon Wil- Mamgan Soma Pimi Texas Ile Waa Lome Althy Slory Willie Wille Jit

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