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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 04, 1918

Page

2

New York designers seek army uniform changes

Washington instructions push removal of shoulder straps and standing collars from U S army uniforms. Roll collars may replace choker styles and facings may vanish to save fabric. Military gear evolves with war needs, but sentiment for the old blue uniforms lingers as modern troops adopt steel helmets and gas masks in France.

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It's All Set: Texas Liquor Question Seen as Settled

A critical take on Texas legislators rushing to declare the liquor issue settled after a special session. The piece argues they overstep by ignoring public wishes and criticizes Prohibitionists for claiming harmony while sidelining constructive statecraft and broader concerns.

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Prohibitionists vs Democratic Platform Clash

The piece blasts an entire Democratic ticket for adopting a Prohibition era plank promising to end the Liquereque dispute. It argues the public cannot alter such decisions, labeling it fanaticism and questioning sovereignty from self rule versus moralistic mentors shaping policy amid upcoming election tensions.

Misplaced Leniency on Enemy Alien Spying Case

A Sherman Texas man faces arrest for alleged arson at a grain warehouse and four other buildings, with bail set at 5000 dollars. The article argues for harsher treatment of enemy aliens and spies, urging no bail until guilt is proven and backing strong measures to protect soldiers in France. It condemns leniency toward spies and wartime saboteurs as endangering national security.

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Hard Work For The Pros In Ferguson Era Accusations

The piece cites two main political obstacles tied to Governor Ferguson's appointees. It accuses the faction of opportunism over principle, noting a shift driven by circumstantial pressure to champion expediency over steadfast beliefs as they campaign against the ousted executive's allies.

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Opinion on liquor politics and Governor Ferguson’s impeachment

An analysis argues that supporters of the liquor question stalls reveal hypocrisy after aiding Ferguson’s ouster. It contends Verguson pushed constructive liquor reform, while Ferguson’s enemies violated party platforms and pursued rapid liquor legislation. The piece asserts impeachment charges were dismissed for lack of evidence, and predicts a public verdict forthcoming. Also mentioned are a New Jersey man’s draft-evasion case and references to wartime rhetoric and controversial acts.

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Agincourt Sale Yields Higher Second Purchase Price

A local sale in Agincourt saw a steered item fetch eight dollars more than its initial cost, while another auction is expected to ship or deliver goods. The report notes long-running use values and ongoing market prices in Montreat Stix.

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Fragmented World War War Talk Sparks Debate

A garbled excerpt cites Safe for Democracy ideas and mockery of democracy. It references Jefferson, law, consulates, ships, and a pledge to limit office holders while touching on navy roles and electoral systems amid global conflict debates.

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Army Letters Critique Army Instructors and Officers

A long letter protests perceived incompetence among regular army instructors and officers, arguing replacements and promotion criteria favor political reliability over ability. The writer contends soldiers deserve leadership based on merit and readiness, condemning favoritism and poor training while urging better oversight, discipline, and staffing to win decisive victory in future conflicts.

Old Lazy General Pershing Aid Proposal in Georgia

Fragmented text shows a plea by CA CARRE OWN counsel to guide aid to General Pershing and the regular army, highlighting valor and worthiness. It mentions a chance to demonstrate our worth, a square deal, and goodwill tied to Georgia and Stonner.

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Merry Go Round thrills at Majestic and Pepitone week

The Majestic Theater hosts a lively bill with Cotch spinner acts and a chorus of appealing girls. Arrhoy Havel and Cone Wing appear in a surprise segment, while a waif tale and motherly scene add sentimental contrast. The program also features The Honey Bees and The Three Weston sisters among other acts, with music, comedy, and novelty numbers shaping a bustling week’s entertainment.

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Man? starring Harry Morey and Grace Darywad

A silent era feature highlights actors Harry Morey and Grace Darywad in a drama about an enigmatic man. The project aims to blend suspense and romance with period staging and expressive performances.

Harry Morey Grace Darywad

Film Attractions William Russell at Pearl

Vameeka Billington stars opposite William Russell in Amer ican-Mutual photoplay smap Judy went at the Parl today bought $100 worth of new clothes for first scenes She plays a bride and seeks week’s leave to assemble a trousseau in Los Angeles Myrtle Lind appears tomorrow in Nunes Comes Home as a feature at the same venue

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Desertion case stirs wartime court proceedings

An account recalls a deserter linked to a draft case, with a judge summoning the man to court. The defendant claimed socialist beliefs and refusal to serve government, facing possible punishment. The scene includes court actions, counsels, and objections as authorities pursue the trial.

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War era musings mix politics food and gardens

The fragmentary column muses on suffrage censorship and wartime duties. It mentions literacy in campaigns, readers urged to grow a wartime garden, details about New York City workers and a vague conflict between modern and traditional values. A brief wartime garden poem closes the item.

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