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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1916
Page
10
Mile. Dydinska, a scientific housekeeping expert, argues France could save twenty billion francs a year by rationing meals scientifically like livestock. She claims drastic reduction in palates would not hardship French stomachs and could erase war costs in under five years.
A fragment from London Opinion and Passing Show cites social hints about a curate named O’Brien and a woman named Gertie. The dialogue mentions a long arm of the curate and alleged advances last night.
London observes the second anniversary of Britain declaring war as A J Balfour outlines naval outcomes. He cites Jutland as turning point, notes Britain’s sea dominance, German blockade impact, and losses of ships and merchantmen on both sides. He argues freedom of the seas favors Britain and details war costs.
Indianapolis report on a Progressive conference denouncing the June 26 1916 action by the Progressive national committee and opposing a second convention. It accuses leaders of collusion with Republicans and calls for an accounting of Bull Moose funds while noting internal debates on nominating a candidate.
Berlin reports Admiral von Holtzendorff in an Associated Press interview recounts the second year of naval warfare. He says British terror and the Skagerrak battle defined the year, noting neutral powers were throttled and German victories in May and June aided neutrals reliant on free seas.
Rome reports two Italian submarines are officially lost after departing on a mission to the enemy coast and failing to return. A Vienna dispatch Aug 3 claimed the Giacinto Pullino was captured by Austrians in the North Adriatic. the sub was among Italy’s largest and its crew taken prisoner.
An official German statement says the 1915-16 harvest compares favorably with 1914, praising bread and corn distribution and thrift. It denies famine fears, notes ample meat, and confirms a pork supply arranged with breeders. The fat ration of 90 grammes per person weekly is deemed sufficient.
Captain John H. Morrow of the Texas National Guard has arrived in Austin to assume duties at the recruiting station, replacing Lieutenant Roger Hilsman. He conferred with Adjutant General Henry Hutchings on guard matters.
Amusements The Unborn and The Unicorn play to sold out crowds at the Princess Theatre with standing room only notices. The five act reel drama by George Eliot Jr. treats birth control in an unobjectionable moral frame and is praised for photography and acting. The run continues through Friday and Saturday. The Grand Opera House will show Where Are My Children next Sunday featuring Tyrone Powers as the district attorney in a birth control themed film.
A conversation between a captain and recruit satirizes military obedience and wartime discipline. The recruit jokes about joining the army to escape his wife while the ex to the rule references advise labor and effort, with the recruit grimly noting frequent licks for nothing.
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