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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 05, 1917

Page

10

Vatican defends neutrality amid charges of influencing propaganda

Cardinal Gasparri in London rejects Italian clergy’s alleged role in U S wartime propaganda as “atrocious calumny.” He asserts Holy See maintains strict neutrality, denies backing Germany or Austria Hungary, and says Vatican clergy opposed disruptive propaganda while supporting Italy’s cause. Cardinal Bourne cites Benedict’s caution with governments and warns against hostile accusations from the Post.

London Dec Bourne Westminister Gasparri Vatican Gaspard Italy Gasparel Germany Austria-hungary Benedict Gover Menta Snese

Editorial questions Cardinal Gasparri statement cited incidents

A skeletal editorial critiques Cardinal Gasparri's remarks, echoing the original accusation and citing incidents it views as proof. The piece frames the debate as a reflection on human praise or blame and revisits the issue through selected examples.

Gasparri

Three Mexicans Arrested Over 2000 Rounds Ammunition Purchase

Three Mexican men sought to buy 2000 rounds from a San Antonio dealer and asked prices at other hardware stores. They claimed ownership of a ranch near Mexico City and said bandit threats necessitated defense of property. They denied plans to smuggle ammo into Mexico or use it for anything beyond personal defense. Officials forced return of most ammo, allowing only 50 cartridges for personal use.

San Antonio Bureau of Investigation Mexico City Mexico Department Oficials

Tring Serval Herald nets sheet issued for travel school

Issue News Sheet, first edition, distributed daily during the Sen Avionin Baptist Training School voyage, notes second lesson of the walking school and Friday closing. Rev Le P Ryid conducted Tuesday evening devotion at Pegies Memorial Church, attendees dispersed to classrooms for work. Six glasses progress under instruction from Nashville. Dean Willam P Pup of Tying plate Sunday devotion secretary Rev W W Lee Calvary Baptist pastor Mrs Nertha Mills Tulsa and Miss Kate Antiyews San Antonio listed.

Sen Avionin Baptist Training School Lersson le P. Ryid Pegies Memorial Church Audiense Vive Glisae Stockhing Nashville Tenn Willam P. Pups W. WW. Lee Calvary Baptist

Fragmented OCR note on Kaiser threat and naval signals

A garbled OCR item mentions Eliminary Brake of Kaiser New York and references to hooks, ree crevees, and a message to the German emperor. It notes study title high awhools diy and fire walls with uncertain details about fort Mutt and water wharf.

Kaiser New York

Schools Plan Garden Supervisor For Home Cultivation

The San Antonio Board of Education debated hiring a full time garden supervisor to teach boys and girls how to plant and grow food on school and nearby plots. Water from a company would be provided free during certain hours to demonstrate irrigation while instructors would guide students and involve parents. The plan, led by George J. Moark, aims to raise home garden production and instill practical gardening skills in children during school hours.

San Antonio Water of Aly Company Eant Nat M George J. Moark Home Garden Commissior A. Sue Seuss Perennary Scruus L. J. Wollye Meck Hendien Aarmest Ehildres Cerps Dames Iy Antainnya

Sad Attonio’s garden center seeks school supervisor

Numerous applicants apply through the Chamber of Commerce for a garden supervision post to guide pupil protection. Assistant Secretary Laash notes potential to hire a New York supervisor, citing past success by a Ms. Wankan who may assist at San Auris Amaysificationy for garden supervision reform.

Sad Attonio Chamber of Coumarce Sever Yeurse Laash Arsenlius New York Ity Wer Fries Thal

Christmas Mail Arrives. Troops Receive Packages in Zone

Christmas mail for American troops arrived yesterday in the European zone. Packages varied in type with some bearing "open at Christ hinge" inscriptions. Post offices strive to keep trains moving and deliver to destinations, fearing congestion could slow the heavy Christmas mail flow.

Pernt Amnoican

Tanlac reliefs carpenter after year of illness

Geelared Joseph Rech of 105 La Fett Saget describes severe rheumatism indigestion and weight loss over a year. He credits Tanlac with easing his rheumatism digestion and dizzy spells after four bottles and urges others to try it. San Antonio drugstores and Meier's advertise Tanlac under local supervision.

Joseph Rech Carpenter la Fett Saget Keck Tunlac Tanlac San Antonio Meier

Army Personal Orders Relieve, Transfers at Camp Travis

Fragmented dispatch lists personnel actions across the Fifth Infantry and related units. Reassignments involve Camp Travis and Camp Logan with transfers to Houston and Arizona postings. Includes notes on leave, resignations, and reporting to duty for various regiments.

Lear Ayn Nuon iv Twooh Camp Travis J. Gielhnez Henry Warty Ly Eraser

A Tip For Those Who Dine Late Digest Aid Ad

An archaic style ad advises taking Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets after heavy meals to aid digestion. It touts improved digestion and appetite, promises health benefits, and urges readers to obtain the product from any drugstore. The copy uses old timey phrasing and marketing claims about digestion and energy.

Aken Stuart Counan

Wartime Soldier Insurance Prompts Many Proposals

Wartime insurance plans stir young soldiers to propose marriage for security and a nest egg. Camps around San Antonio report many suitors seeking wives with salaries and insurance benefits, while rules limit beneficiaries to relatives. Estimates show large war risk coverage drawing in scouts and relatives, with many applying for the maximum $10,000.

Linder San Antonio Lingle Seni Ister Ump Travis Floes Aoe Vamp ‘Teavis Ance Department Sproximntely Alway Gaia Moses Dave Rome

Unclear historical notes on Mexican restaurant history

Fragmentary OCR text referencing a Mexican restaurant history, ancient ruins and a 70s style date, with scattered names and places. No coherent events, persons, or verifiable details present to form a factual card.

Personal Mention Highlights A Yian Of Thuatth Tagy In Report

Fragmented OCR note mentions Ayia of Thuatth tagy at Anthony and several unclear references to people and places. Names appear garbled, with possible notes on locations such as Denton and Albany and mentions of dates and events, but specifics remain unreadable.

Denton Lwuatan Adelie Verne Mori Urede Bay of St Aurhany

Mayor plans new enforcement orders on ordinance case

The mayor said a fresh move will be issued to enforce the ordinance requiring service access protections. The dispute has lingered months with court losses for opponents and a delay to arrests until Wednesday or later as officials pursue proper credentials and costs.

Ysuyien Dent Mayor Hall Mayer Iia Howrth Court of Civic Appeads Henry Hell Belkot Atttorney

Food Conservation Mass Meeting Scheduled This Thursday

A community gathering on Thursday will discuss food conservation led by Miss Mary Gearing and notable speakers from Texas. The meeting addresses school diversity, advisory board leadership, and practical actions to conserve food at home with demonstrations and talks by local officials and volunteers.

Het Truss Ahernoun Guinver Motewalt Mary Gearing Kian Alzgarteal Texas George Kuk Uetat Maverieteen Aventutry Vicucing Uerbert Intime Food Mr Buark Boty Atrdens Actiem Ure Mex Bary Campbell Apwiio Avery Amovien Wwe Ahy Eneb Istries Une Miss Gearing Raaris Mrs. Green Uber Honte Puldie Ceerehinia

Meeting Postponed by Chamber Due to Hazards

The meeting of the Chamber is postponed to December 18 to comply with bylaws. The president and secretary plan to hold the session in the Central Meeting Building. Expected delays include decor work and vendor preparations, with the chamber delaying further until rents stabilize and safety concerns are resolved.

Cammervee Beuruse Cnn

Local plan delays opening enlarged facilities auditorium

City officials decide to defer the opening of the greatly enlarged facilities and new auditorium in the Central Office building to align with available manpower and broader preparations. Merceolfi would be guided by this adjustment as the project proceeds.

Centra Merceolfi

Sixth Bottle Cure Claim for Stomach and Intestinal Catarrh

Patient shares testimonial from William Vogel Pharmacist of Phunihus Ohio about Perana remedy curing severe stomach and intestinal ailments after flood exposure. He cites appendicitis relief, regained appetite, and resumed solid foods after sixth dose, urging others to obtain Perana for similar relief.

Perum Perana Tate Icky

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