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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1917
Page
1
Walton D Hood withdraws from the mayoral race in San Antonio after Mr Bell's lead among voters, pledging support to the next administration and thanking supporters for their help while expressing goodwill toward Bell and his campaign. He affirms he did no wrong and will assist for the city’s welfare.
British forces report gains along a wide front south of the Bapaume Cambrai road reaching the St. Quentin canal and capturing Beaucamp and Villers Plouich while expanding positions east of Monchy and Roeux. More than 1500 prisoners taken. German resistance described as fierce with fresh artillery and reserves as the battle potentially becomes decisive.
San Antonio business leaders launch a Buy-a-Home drive promising a $5500 furnished bungalow built in a single day. Contestants must be white, 21 or older, head of a family, and write up to 500 words on why they should own a home in San Antonio. The event includes $1000 in school prizes and a May 7 start.
Washington April 24 Speaker Clark opposed the selective draft predicting it won’t pass Congress after receiving a delegation from the National Security League and thousands of petitions. Texan Marvin Jones shifted to support the draft after debate and telegrams from his district. Several Texans favored the draft, including Dies Gregg Eagle Mansfield Buchanan Connally Jones Blanton, with Gregg and Eagle preparing to speak for it and Garrett opposing it. The Texas Senate’s universal conscription endorsement was read to the Senate at Vice President Marshall’s request.
The Department of State reports the safe arrival of the French commission on American shores. Led by Rene Viviani and Marshal Joffre, the group arrived aboard a French Line steamship escorted by US destroyers. The mission will be welcomed in Washington with arrival specifics to be announced later.
Paris June 11 1865. After entering politics he was elected deputy for Lozere in 1898 and has since focused on foreign affairs becoming a noted authority. M Simon inspector of finances is a renowned France on finance. H Hovelacque inspector of public instruction is well known in educational circles in America. Surgeon Major Dreyfus is medical aide to General Joffre.
Walton D Hood minority candidate for mayor withdraws after a Monday non partisan primary. He cites prolonged political strife and intends not to appear on the May 8 election ballot. Notices sent to city clerk indicate withdrawal from the race along with other minority candidates.
In the non partisan municipal primaries Sam C. Bell led Jed Walton Hood by 471 votes from a 14 255 total. Three key backers Sheriff Obin Andres Coy and Jake Rubiola boosted Bell by 580 votes across three wards, 109 more than his city wide tally. Independent candidates were mostly sidelined.
The German foreign office informed American correspondents remaining in Berlin that their presence is no longer desirable. They will depart for Switzerland or Scandinavia according to the Exchange Telegraph correspondent at The Hague.
A hundred master bakers from Texas plan to discuss bread prices at their convention in Dallas on April 24. They consider charging ten cents for a loaf, while army officers may soon go to France to study modern warfare for future duties.
Forecasts by The Light list temperatures for St Louis Chicago Milwaukee Kansas City New York and Washington. Conditions include partly cloudy rain and cold spells with varying winds. Noted highs and lows accompany each city along with a Wednesday rain warning for New York.
Rome April 24 The Duke of the Abruzzi cousin of King Manuel is expected to head Italy’s mission to the United States. The announcement comes via Paris and outlines Italy’s diplomatic outreach.
Elmer Williams a 16 year old newsboy from Chickasha Oklahoma weighed 95 pounds when rejected for Navy enlistment. He worked on a dairy farm to gain weight and within ten days reached 104 pounds. He then headed to the Oklahoma City recruiting station to enlist.
Chicago April 24 passengers may no longer ride on railroad car platforms while crossing bridges. The rule was issued by railroads nationwide starting Monday and applies to rear observation platforms and other coaches. Authorities cite platforms as targets for bomb drops.
Congress assembles as general debate continues on the war army bill. A House vote is possible Thursday, with Senate action by Saturday at the latest.
Allied forces push along the Scarpe front east of Arras and strike south of the Bapaume Cambrai road. Haig’s troops gain ground and reach the St Quentin canal, with Beaucamp and Villeres Plouicis taken and Marcoing looming three miles away. Heavy counterattacks at Garveille fail to halt the advance as French artillery prepares for a major infantry move along the Aisne and in Champagne.
British forces press toward the Hindenburg positions near Arras and Queant, as German resistance tightens along the Drocourt Queant switch line. Fighting since dawn escalated overnight with heavy casualties, trench warfare fading under intensified assaults. German troops urged officers to demand sacrifices amid chaotic counterattacks.
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