Army defense theory hinted by Ludendorff order
Delayed dispatch from August 16 notes Ludendorff modifying defense priorities. He argues for deeper lines and fewer front-line troops, citing allied methods and French practice, while warning of mounting German pressure and the need to prepare for future offensives.
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SARRAN OF SAN ANTONIO WINS BRAVERY MENTION
David Sarran of San Antonio, a 20 year veteran of the San Antonio fire department, receives a bravery mention for rescue efforts aboard the sinking steamer Hurt after a collision with the Florida off the North Carolina coast June 21. He served in the Navy and is praised for coolness and courage amid peril.
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Fragmented OCR Text Yields Confused Military and Local Updates
The readable portions describe a shooting incident with scattered references to teams, places, and individuals across multiple states. Mentions include Brooks Field Texas, San Antonio, and various named towns, with unclear outcomes and several officer and student roles amid infrastructure changes.
Casualty list from the American Expeditionary Force rounds up many names
The document details casualties including killed in action and wounded severly among numerous Corporals Privates and Lieutenants across many states and cities. It lists missing in action and those reported dead from accidents diseases and other causes with extensive names and affiliations.
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Eighty Divisions to Bring Victory in 1919 Debate
Fragmented report covers wartime policy debates on the 1919 draft and labor conscription. Discussion includes women in noncombatant roles, officer replacements, and the work or fight amendment amid Senate actions and recess planning.
Mail From France Pouch Brings War News to San Antonio
A special war pouch from the American Expeditionary Force arrived in San Antonio with letters home. Postmaster George Armistead confirmed it is the first direct return of such a pouch to the city, formerly routed via New York. Estimated at least 800 soldiers from San Antonio are included, with most men represented by letters carried in the pouch. The pouch was mailed from Post Office No. TOR. Funeral services were held for Mrs. Katherine Bread, widow of Wesley Vem Jr., who was killed in France. Chaplain Tamlin officiated and interment followed at the National Cemetery.
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New York
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Washington
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National Cemetery
Urbiet Pratt Rejoins Brooks Field Command
Col Pratt returns to leadership at Brooks Field after a tour of Gaspoortan airfields and resumes command of Brooks Mild in a continuing service role.
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Brooks Field
Gaspoortan
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Brooks Mild
Riots Roil Japan As Troops Quell Unrest Across Cities
Tokyo reports widespread demonstrations in major cities with troops in charge. Protests focus on economic distress and rice shortages, with clashes, stonings of geisha girls, and damage to stores and factories. Government efforts include rice purchases and price controls amid calls for press freedom.
Soldier Found Guilty in Court Martial at Camp Pravis
Mess Sergeant Kirzone T. Smant of the Nineteenth Infantry was found guilty on two specifications of the charge for gambling with Private Giaitana Main and striking Private Gail Main. He will be reduced to the ranks, confined at Kagel Inhor for six months, and lose two thirds pay per month. The trial also noted alleged deception over a marked playing card and related misconduct.
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Nineteenth Infantry
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Resinol Ointment Promises Help for Sick Skin
The ad asserts Resinol Ointment heals rough reddened skin and eruptions such as eczema and sore spots. It notes Resinol Soap speeds the action and urges purchase at all dealers for healthier looking skin.
French smash foe in vital sector on Lys salient front
British forces press German lines from Bailleul to Vieux-Berquin on the Lys salient advancing four miles with more than half a mile gain. Haig claims 500 enemy prisoners as Oultersteer is recaptured and Mount Kemmel area remains a danger to German positions.
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British Forces Repel Counterattack at Merris Ridge
British troops on the Somme front beat back a fierce counterattack near Merris ridge and captured several enemy guns. The position overlooking substantial ground held by German forces remains under British control as intense fighting and bombardment continue along the line.
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Norwegian Bark Nordhay Sunk Off Virginia Capes
The Norwegian bark Nordhay of 2628 net tons was sunk by a German submarine about five miles off the Virginia Capes on Saturday. Survivors escaped in small boats and were taken to an Athens port by a Pan American warship. Navy Department advices did not specify whether torpedo or shell caused the sinking.
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Signal Corps School at Leon Springs to be Discontinued
The Leon Springs signal corps officers and enlisted training will end. A new Camp Meade facility will train officers and manage the remaining enlisted instruction for the branch. Colonel Christian will lead the new officers school at Camp Meade as the Leon Springs site closes.
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Pulmotor Equipment Heads For San Antonio Fire Dept
The San Antonio Fire Department plans to equip with a pulmotor and two self rescue apparatus to aid entry through smoke. Chief Goets signed the requisition. the pulmotor should arrive next week. The gear aims to save lives for both firefighters and citizens and will be kept ready at the central fire station. Crowder Cells & TO0 Men, Workington, Aug. 12. Rich Trey reports draft registrants will be organized for general service with September 1 entrainment and voluntary enlistments through August 26.
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