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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 30, 1929

Page

11

Hearst Editorial Plank List for Peace and Reform

The Hearst papers endorse an eight point platform proposing equal English speaking representation, proportional U S Senate seats, separate defense ministries under a national secretary, aggressive anti illiteracy drive, a January inauguration, a federal sales tax to cut other taxes, a thirteen month year with Saturday holidays, a Nicaragua Canal for commerce and defense, and acquisition of the West Indies to settle debts.

United States Senate Army and Navy Air Forces Secretary of National Defense Education Congress Nicaragua Canal Hearst Papers English West Indies

The Gambler From Bret Harte to Houston Scandal

A tale on professional gamblers misusing charm and deception. In Houston a well known money man faced exposure after sending a package containing dice and instructions for crooked dice, revealing a scheme behind urbane gentility. The postal inspector publicized the letter, underscoring gambling’s crooked edge.

Houston Nearthis Heute

Aerial Archaeology Prospects in Central America

Aerial photography reveals buried city walls affecting grain fields and guiding archaeologists. Col Lindbergh will aid Dr Oliver Ricketson and the Carnegie Institute in Central American explorations for Mayan ruins. Jungle vegetation challenges fieldwork, but planes may ease future surveys. Recent British rains of a prehistoric era noted.

Colonel Lindbergh Oliver Ricketson Carnegie Institute Great Britain

Donkey Flesh Debated In Spanish Dish Trend

International News Service reports a Spain movement to popularize donkey meat as food. Palatable dishes allegedly curb gourmet enthusiasm while diners doubt the origin of meat. Some recall horse meat scandals yet comfort themselves with imagined beef.

Spain Hirman A. HK. F Sitchey

Former Vice Consul Sentenced for Defalcations

A former vice consul at Monterey was sentenced by a federal court in San Antonio to a term at Leavenworth. The judge noted the deficiency in pay for consular officials and urged consideration of remuneration before entering service. The case highlighted government duties to support representatives abroad and protect American interests.

San Antonio Leavenworth United States Monterey

Prohibition Debate Aired by Kaufman and Howell

Herbert Kaufman criticizes Prohibition enforcement and coast to coast tactics while Senator Howell argues for federal supremacy in the District of Columbia. The exchange touches on enforcement of the Eighteenth Amendment, border smuggling, and district commissioners under executive control amid War on bootleggers and clandestine dens.

Prohibition Ferkar Mint Baw Me Peream Linet The Ant Saloon League Virkula Lowman Congress Howell Washington White House District of Columbia Hoover Potomac Sahara Avere Mr. Howell Formia Dr. Doran Jor Coutiey Janfinery Hover Howell Auapeda

Bruno in Greenwich Village Woven Into Its Romantic Myth

A long profile sketches Guido Bruno as the Village’s intellectual force, a bohemian romanticist who inspired its poetic imaginings. His disappearance unsettles the scene as his book shop shutters and the coffee shops feel the loss of his guiding spirit amid fading ties to the dreamers of the old Village.

Guido Bruno Cheenwich Tim Grace Godwin Bruno Washington Square

Listen World How They Get That Way by Elsie Robinson

An essay argues women’s freedom stems from social laziness and male neglect, citing historical female power in tribes and noting men’s subordination to women. It blends critique of male oppression with sensationalized anecdotes and asserts women’s emancipation rests on ease versus effort.

Elsie Robinson T. Swann Harding New York State Woandottes Huromp Souori Ove Wan Mex Papa Cole Alma Rome

Longevity and sane living by Royal S Copeland MD

The article discusses long life as a result of heredity healthful habits and balanced living. It notes moderation, regular meals, adequate sleep, avoidance of excess, exercise, and a calm environment as key factors. It warns that health neglect before age 40 harms longevity and emphasizes natural limits and personal discipline.

Royal S$. Copeland M. D. Loited Klute Secetus New York Comorlalener Aralth, New Terk. Ciz

Leviathan, stars, and naval registry debated in humor

Odd wartime miscellany notes a telescope moment at Lick Observatory and a quip about girls and women. It mentions John Hull and Caele Law near agreement on arms, hinting at a larger political debate.

Winaton Churchill Tata Lick Observatory California John Hull Caele Law

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