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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 08, 1917

Page

10

Sunday in New York to Conduct Revival in 168th Street Tabernacle

Evangelist Billy Sunday arrives in New York amid a festive welcome from John D. Rockefeller Jr. and a large crowd. He will open a major revival at the 168th Street tabernacle on Broadway, marking a landmark event in the city.

New York Homer Rodeheaver Billy Pennsylvania Station John D. Rockefeller Jr Broadway Rockefeller Sunday Riverside Drive Upper Manhattan Hudson 182Nd Street George 168Th Street

Engines Damaged on Hohenfelde Interned Ship

The engines of the interned German steamship Hohenfelde were damaged to the point that it will take time to restore sea worthiness. Plans to convert the vessel into an auxiliary cruiser are postponed for the time being.

Savannah

Zouaves Meet Thursday to renew War Department tender

The San Antonio Zouaves, first to offer service at the start of the Spanish American War, plan a Thursday meeting April 12 in the Chamber of Commerce building. They will draft a message to renew their offer, repair their flag, and elect officers as about 50 remaining members gather.

San Antonio Zouaves War Department Chamber of Commerce Charles M. Barnes Zouaves Morro Castle Gus Margorowitcz Robert Schmerbeck George P. Childers

Chamber of Commerce to discuss Fort Sam Houston cooperation

The regular Chamber of Commerce directors session on Tuesday April 10 will cover the military situation at Fort Sam Houston and collaboration with authorities. A special committee for quartermaster cooperation already exists and will be discussed along with department reports and routine matters.

Chamber of Commerce Fort Sam Houston Quartermaster’s Department DeForest Anti-tuberculosis Association Robert J. Harding A. B. Weakley Henry L. Halff W. A. Herring J. M. Bennett Jr John B. Carrington Charles Venable W. A. King John J. Stevens W. A. Daniel Aaron C. Pancoast

Will Deliver Lecture “Whats Wrong With the World”

Peter W. Collins of Boston will deliver a free lecture at Turner Hall Tuesday night under the Knights of Columbus San Antonio Council. The national lecturer discusses labor problems, child labor, unemployment, and worker safety in a strong plea for better wages and conditions. A large, diverse audience is expected.

Turner Hall Peter W. Collins Boston San Antonio America Mr. Collins

German Crew in Jail in Charleston Harbor

The crew of the German steamer Liebenfels, sunk in Charleston harbor on January 31, is jailed in Charleston County. They were arrested by U.S. deputy marshals and likely to be sent to a Georgia concentration camp for the war period.

Charleston 8. C Liebenfels United States Georgia

San Antonio Auto Show closes with huge day total

The San Antonio Automobile Show ended last night after a record attendance of 11,484 for the week. Exhibitors report 52 pleasure cars, 23 trucks, and 33 trailers sold, with strong prospects and multiple deals closed during the event. A banquet at the Gunter Hotel Monday night will honor exhibitors and their sales forces.

San Antonio Soledad Auditorium Gunter Hotel Soledad Goliad Pettus Becaus William Steinhardt Crockett Automobile Company J. E. Foster Wallace Bros. Co J. F. Reeves Gray - Reardon - Newlin Co Pierce-Arrow A. B. Lawson Jack W. Neal & Son Chevrolet A. L. Becker Cicero Auto Co Alex Parrigin Frank Gates Brownsville Williams & Butler Pharr, Tex Ben Fromme Elgin Tex Howard Wells Austin Shuler & Wood Gonazles J. A. Dahlgren Kelly-Springfield Truck Co Texas Blumberg Motor Manufacturing Co H. C. Blumberg H. J. Shearer Truckford Motor Co Laredo G. F. Wroten A. E. Staacke Automobile Co L. B. Stoner Hollier Motor Car Co Hollier L. A. Peter Muller Company Light United States Municipal Coliseum San Antonio Trailer Co Warner Auto Trailers H. L. Rutherford Warner Manufacturing Co Warner G. P. Nickerson E. H. Labadie Automobile Co Scripps Booth Mitchell Davis Staacke Bros W. H. Furlong

Home Craft Week at Joske's Sparks Fiesta Preparations

Home Craft Week at Joske's announces a week of opportunities ahead of the Fiesta. The ad highlights sales for hotels, boarding houses, restaurants and other large users, with numerous bargains listed though space limits omit items. Window displays on Commerce Street hint at the event's potential benefits.

Commerce Street Joske

San Antonio Mother Of Belgian General In East Africa

Mrs. C. Van de Ven of San Antonio descends from Belgium and America as she seeks news of her son Raoul Van de Ven, a Belgian general aiding General Smuts in East Africa. She recalls his Congo service, education, and the long silence since his 14th birthday. Her family ties stretch to Belgium as she keeps in touch via newspapers.

San Antonio East Africa Belgium Congo the Light London Africa C. van de Ven Brussels Leopold Belgium Congo Raoul van de Ven Congo Free State van de Ven America Raoul Chicago Nebraska New Mexico

Plan to Increase Crops in Lake County and Indiana

Farmers for Lake County and Northern Indiana met at Crown Point to devise ways and means of bringing crops to full war strength. The plan aims to boost production and support wartime needs.

Gary Ind Lake County Indiana Crown Point

Flood Threat Forces Moves as Missouri River Rises

Flood along the Missouri River near Bismarck north of the South Dakota line forces dozens of families to evacuate from flood plain. The river stood at 21.6 feet, 5.5 feet above flood stage, and passenger trains are stalled due to undermined roadbeds.

Missouri River Bismarck N. D South Dakota Line Mandan

Three Hindoos Arrested in Gary Steel Plant Visit

Gary police arrested three Hindoos at a Gary steel plant today. They were locked up and their names were not released.

Gary Ind

Upper Trail Scores a Success at YMCA Show

The boys' department of the YMCA staged The Upper Trail at the Grand Opera House Saturday night. The four act drama depicted a gang leader reforming into a positive role within the association with scenes in a club room and camp settings. A popular boy quartet drew loud applause and Junior Frolics followed the main performance, with George Wheeler thanking the audience between acts.

The Young Men's Christian Association Grand Opera House Jack Gorman George Wheeler

Italy Sends Greetings to Wilson Amid War Unity

Italy cabled greetings to President Wilson on April 7 declaring unity of old and new worlds in the fight for peace. Premier Boseli praised Wilson and the United States as a new ally of the Allies. Havre also hailed Wilson’s entry as a high act for humanity and American prestige.

Rome Boseli Wilson United States Germany Havre Charles de Broqueville Council of Ministers

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Peyton Alamo Plaza Metropolis Hostetter Army Peter Collins K. of C Francisco Ruiz de la Pena Harry Wagenfuehr New Braunfels Herbert Kraft C. B. McDaniel McDaniel Auto Co McAllen Auto Co Me‘ien, Tex W. Ryan Luling C. V. Culpepper Comstock W. C. Bull L. Frank Saddlery Co Evme Joske’s Cee Paket Smith Axminster Mks, C. van DE Ven Italy
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