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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 19, 1927

Page

7

Peace and constitutional reforms outlined by Hearst Papers

The Hearst Papers advocate a coalition of English-speaking nations to safeguard world peace. They call for proportional representation in the Senate, reapportionment legislation, a unified national defense secretary, a federal push to end illiteracy, and the inauguration timing aligning with a November election.

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Texas Citrus Should Not Have Been Omitted

An article argues Texas citrus should be included in national markets noting Texas grapefruit quality rivals established regions. It cites 4922 season shipments, Mission forecasts doubling production, and Valley boxes expected this season, while quarantine measures curb fruit fly spread.

Florida West Indies Texas Mission

San Antonio community chest urges efficient giving

The piece argues against haphazard fundraising and touts the community chest as the most efficient means to meet charitable and welfare obligations. It emphasizes maximizing the impact of every donated dollar by reducing overhead from multiple drives and avoiding waste. The call to adopt a streamlined method reflects a citywide aim to improve charity collection efficiency.

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Railroads Push San Antonio Advertising Drive

Railways promoting San Antonio say city benefits from tourist traffic and local business growth. Officials argue sustained ads can turn profitable to the community, urging a broader public publicity program this year.

San Antonio

One sided headaches and the hemicrania cure

The article describes one sided headaches called hemicrania, noting most sufferers are women aged 18 to 45 and that menstrual cycles relate to attacks. It outlines pain locations from scalp to neck, possible familial links, and home remedies including cold packs, hot towels, and gentle neck heat.

Antarctic Regions and the polar world’s vast ice

A 1927 feature discusses the Antarctic continent as vast and lifeless beyond the edge of its icy shores. It contrasts the South Pole with the Arctic, notes immense icebergs and pack-ice, and highlights unknowns in maps and meteorology. It also mentions Byrd’s expedition and the National Geographic Society’s interest in mapping and scientific study for global atmospheric impact.

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Sideshows of Science The pea seed pest

A fragmented account describes a pea seed pest with a weevil like larva causing damage. It notes adult females guarding eggs and changes in behavior as eggs hatch. The text hints at larval feeding patterns and dormant stages affecting pea plants, though many words are garbled.

Fly Swatter Hero: William Laser Credited by Times

A 1920s style feature extols the common house fly as a major disease vector and praises William Laser of Chequamegon Wisconsin as the little known inventor who helped curb flies with a simple fly swatter. The piece lauds his modest life and long lasting impact on public health.

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Marriage of Bucolic Prese Ik McGiovern and Mise Margaret Ford

New York couple married at Dominion Church in Mount Kiveo Wednesday. Bride wore a picture hat to match. Source: North Westchester Times.

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Newest 1000 Horsepower Racing Car Impresses Fans

A sensational 1000 horsepower racing car dazzles readers with its immense power and historic appeal. The machine promises record speeds on level and hill climbs, though road conditions and laws limit full speed to prepared tracks or beaches. The piece emphasizes effort and persistence, citing Lindbergh as an example of work before achievement.

Lindbergh

Figures of Speech Halal Meaning In Biblical Melodic Discussion

A storm of views surrounds the meaning of Halal in biblical terms. Critics like Mattheron debate origins and renderings, from Selah as from the head to angels or tempo shifts. Some authorities favor a common modern Italian interpretation and relate Selah to musical changes.

Mattheron Trerder

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