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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 13, 1915

Page

3

Prohibition Talk Sparks War Time Debate in Britain

The piece argues leading American prohibitionists misread English opinion as they press for wartime alcohol bans. It notes royal and political leaders in the United Kingdom would set example, while warning opposition could sweep government allies from power after the crisis. It cites Senator Sheppard of Texas predicting a future of national prohibition in the U.S. and contrasts with personal anecdotes about prodigies and education.

United States Greatain England Lord Kitchener Varius United Kingdom Sheppard Texas Amevics Jay Norbert Weiner Yung Welton America Stoner Hins John Steart MA Zenophon Demosthenes Hiteer Norbert Weiner Hazel Yard

Child Prodigies Highlight Early Genius Across Languages

A twelve year old girl Winifred Sackville Stoner captivates readers with eight languages, Espérance teaching, English and French verse, and poised public speaking. Nearby, Nobert Welger, son of a professor, gains notice as a bright young linguist, amid a surge of stories on youthful talents.

Winifred Sackville Stoner Fie Nobert Welger Tan Yard Miss Steches Bastion Cbnlitin Weingart

Crafty Bryan and the prohibition issue in Iowa politics

A discussion of William Jennings Bryan and his stance on prohibition. The piece analyzes Bryan’s letter to Iowa national committeeman L W Kennington, portraying Bryan as politically craftful. It argues Bryan seeks state level action to build prohibition support while avoiding national party risk. It cites his view that the liquor question is a national issue and notes his tension with Democratic unity on alcohol policy.

William Jennings Bryan Lhrice Bryan Dryan L. W. Kennington Iowa Democraic National Committee Kennington National Party Democratic Party Devan Tran Keven

Prohibition Debate Taglines in National Party Letter

A letter from Mr. Begiet to Mr. Kensington critiques the stance of the national party on prohibition. It argues the issue will not quickly compel either Democrats or Republicans to adopt a firm position, urging the party to avoid entangling itself and to reflect on the matter before voting.

Women in Britain mobilize for war effort Million volunteers aid defense

The British government reports over 1,000,000 women offering to work in trades and services to support wartime needs. The shift shows women moving into clerical, transport, shop, and manual roles while men fight. The piece argues this marks a turning point in attitudes toward women’s citizenship and capability.

Great Britain America England Womett Engishman

Military strength urged after border tensions

The piece condemns U S officials for lax handling of hostilities near the border and praises General Pauslon's push for decisive action. It cites Funston's recommendations and counters Washington’s passive stance, arguing that a show of force may deter aggression and protect border areas amid Mexican incursions.

Pauslon American War Department Aushington Brownsville Funston Washington Galveston Tribune

Dittas storekeeper sets example amid theft concerns

Fragmentary text describes a storekeeper in a distant city as a model for fellow merchants amid rising theft. The passage includes garbled phrases about thieves and legal rights, with unclear references to individuals and local conditions.

Setthiz Dittas

Fragmentary Sea Tale of Jerediah and a Hidden Chest

A narrator recalls a perilous voyage involving Jerediah Hakkmoyzen, a daring escape, and a cache of gum powder on a ship pursued by English forces. The account mixes family memory, danger, treasure, and a later reunion with a mother who had endured hardship and loss, culminating in an emotional personal vow.

Leon Mtueie Guelat Yarmouth Jerediah Hough Arantveld Jad Calton Tees Jeredian Gontvalg Yaung Jeredim Croatsveld Hites Grootveld Jerediah Hakmoyzen Grootvelil Grot Hadi Ron Eden Hong Ely

Misread Driving Lesson Turns into Nervy Road Outing

A family attempted a car outing with miscommunication and blurred guidance. Hubby claimed control while wife and others offered conflicting directions, leading to near collisions and a tense, chaotic drive amid warnings and improvised maneuvers.

Hubby Wifie Jaa Wne

Sleepy Time Tales for the Little Falks Dream Tale

A dream sequence follows Baby Rue who and her mother discuss crumpled gowns along with talking spools describing fancy dresses. Alice awakens to tears and her mother teaches her crochet and simple garments to ease fear of dirt and poverty.

Baby Rue Alice Siliden Hawjovar Ant Sima

TRADE AFTER THE WAR PROMISES REACTIONS

Prominent voices foresee postwar trade readjustments as German products face boycotts and shifts in markets. Statistics show German exports rose sharply from 24 million to 356 million dollars between 1911 and 1915, with Britain and Russia poised to gain from new patterns.

Triasia Vahice Ger’mane Arts Ruesta England Tormerly Russia Germany BNL

The Home Garden Verdever Higenta Be The Sea

Reproduces a Home Garden bulletin on vegetable culture with guidance on soil, drainage, crop rotation, manure use, and seed starting. Advises sandy land, proper irrigation, manure, green manure, and fertilizers, plus transplanting and hardening of plants and careful cultivation for a productive kitchen garden.

Ags Wulture Juutiiy Vogelavlen Raniaedar Wiley Fhe Bartley

Britain plans eight blockade stance amid relief for German ships

A Dallas News dispatch notes Britain will claim restraint in declaring an eight blockade on Germany, arguing it is an indulgence for interests of neutral nations. The article contemplates how such measures affect ships arrested abroad and Britain’s aim to balance commercial intercourse with Germany.

Dallas Germany

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