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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1942
Page
11
The Week of September 14 to 19 marks Constitution Day commemorating the 155th anniversary of the American Constitution. Public programs and ceremonies nationwide honor the document signed in 1787 as four million Americans are under arms with ten million more expected to serve. The piece asserts victory is assured, citing vast resources, will, and patriotism to win the war.
A message urges Americans to honor and study the United States Constitution during Constitution Week. It stresses the document’s role in preserving liberty, justice, and unity, and calls for readings, school lessons, public praise, and widespread observance despite wartime distractions.
United We Stand highlights a Red Cross push to enroll more nurses in the First Reserve by October 1. Candidates aged 21 to 40, unmarried with no dependents, must be graduates of approved nursing schools, state registered, and U.S. or Allied Nations citizens. Enlistment is through the San Antonio Red Cross chapter.
Walter Winchell On Broadway reports a crowded night in New York with John Edgar Moorer back from West Coast raids and Hedy Lamarr among the attendees. The column weaves in backstage rumors, door patrons, a phony Hal Chase scam, and sketches of theater life, fashion, and the city’s social scene. It notes Broadway figures, parties, and a streetwise panorama of clubs, shows, and magazine chatter.
Washington readers quizzed by Paul Mallon on wartime sacrifice. The piece argues workers and farmers bear heavy burdens while corporate profits skew higher after taxes, with Henderson challenged over misleading statistics. It notes broader public resentment toward high taxes and living costs, and describes Solomon Islands actions as a significant but underplayed military effort.
A motivational wartime speech urges resilience amid widespread despair. The speaker argues against surrender to fear, recalling brighter days and the enduring power of hope, courage, and love to keep the world alive and dreams blazing despite hardship.
By Elsie Robinson urges women to stay behind as men go to war and to wield laughter and courage as weapons. The piece champions resolve, faith, and collective duty, stressing that morale hums stronger than guns and tanks.
Operatives of Addressograph Multigraph Co Cleveland traveled about 29 miles daily for 1942 production totals. The report notes Amer vehicle counts and two digit metrics, indicating travel and output figures in the United States during that year.
The article explains infant vomiting after feeding as a common shock response with possible causes such as feeding issues and irritability. It notes conditions like intestinal blockage pyloric stenosis and pylorospasm, plus functional causes and the role of phenobarbital in reducing vomiting, plus the need for timely surgery if needed.
A Brighter Side observer recalls a man wearing a lapel button reading Glass 1A and Not Snapping Around. He argues against shopping for commissions, noting many seek preferred posts while some lack confidence to lead. He cites public figures rushing to Washington and warns parents pressuring youths into officers’ roles may jeopardize others safety in wartime.
The piece argues civil officers should be chosen for merit, not political influence. It suggests neighbors who know a man may assess fitness beyond exams, warning against blind trust in young lieutenants. It acknowledges ceremonial respect despite concerns over indecorous behavior.
James Witlam W. Gang profiles the early Grange leader praised as a successful farmer and popular figure. Despite denouncing political aims, Worthy Master Langstradiant faced sustained pressure to run for public office, with a 1876 draft for the legislature and later chatter about Austin election bids. He insisted politics were for the Democratic convention to decide, while Gang kept his promise and refused a run as an Independent.
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