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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1936
Page
6
A commentary on Labor Day values, warning against demagoguery and unemployment. It argues the American system sustains jobs and wages, opposes alien ideologies, and asserts that true freedom for workers comes from preserving free American labor amid threats of communism and fascism.
A NSC study shows drivers swat insects midflight but risk losing control. The proper response is to tell a passenger to handle the insect while you keep the car steady and safely pull over to the roadside. Concluding, stopping safely demonstrates presence of mind in driving emergencies.
Vision By Royal S Copeland explains chalazion a non inflamed eyelid swelling caused by gland obstruction. It grows over months to the size of a pea or larger, dulls eye movement, may break and leak thick fluid, and is treated only by a simple office surgery under anesthesia.
An unfinished, fragmentary essay reflects on Harvard scholars gathering to study "Man the Unknown" and the future of civilization. It juxtaposes science and society, noting knowledge’s power and risk, and questions whether a new synthesis can avert barbarism through multidisciplinary inquiry. The piece cites Roosevelt, Einstein-like figures, and historical shifts in psychology, economics, and religion. It muses on managing humanity’s progress without collapsing into chaos.
A stream of reminiscences by C. G. McIntyre traces letters from India to New York, recalling Harry Lange don Hob Davis Captain Mo thiyre and a barque voyage. The piece wanders through anecdotes about writers, artists, cafe culture, and a late note on White Shadows and Joe Louis.
A fragmentary feature contrasts Milly and Estelle, two long married women over 90, about ambition and happiness. Milly finds joy in simple life, while Estelle pursues luxury and beauty, prompting reflections on striving for perfection and how real life builds happiness through effort and companionship.
An enthusiastic ovation greeted Attorney General Dan Moody as he spoke at the opening of the State Democratic convention at the Municipal auditorium. Moody indicated he would not demand platform specifics, but his suggestions would be welcome by delegates. Also notes the sailing boat Play Boy racing group from San Antonio and a Gunter ballroom dance event hosted by local leaders.
Fragmented local note claims President Roosevelt authorized a new tennis court project. Text is garbled but suggests government aims to fund and sustain construction, touching federal treasury concerns and a recreation initiative.
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