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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1917
Page
2
Petrograd dispatch notes Trotsky’s program aims for a general peace if possible, or a separate peace if not. The report cites Bolshevik stance, British fears, and negotiations with Germany, detailing Bolshevik methods, guard actions, and war-time political maneuvering.
A London correspondent reports from Romania and Russia on armistice prospects and partisan opinions. He notes Bolshevik sway among soldiers, German officers seeking terms, and desertions rising as troops fear returning home. The Sixth Army division reportedly supported armistice while others opposed. General Tha Hissx, a northern front commander, is said to be arrested by Bolshevik order.
A fragmented report from December 1 outlines drought conditions in 66 counties, with P C Weinert as secretary representing affected areas. It notes seed and feed shortages and the path toward a forthcoming index, with 150 counties overall referenced in the territory and ongoing recommendations for submission to Washington.
After fifteen minutes deliberation a Federal Court found nine of ten defendants guilty of conspiring to defeat the selective draft. Sentences include eight men to five years and fines, with one to one year, plus fines. A former Kanduska teacher, Mrs Lovie Warn gesen Moore, drew a $2000 penalty. Appeals filed. bonds set at 100 each.
Athens dispatch reports ex King Constantine has received no new allowance since abdication. The Greek government previously funded a yearly pension of about hamaitian francs, but payment delays arise over whether the allowance fits a separate budget item or should be cut from the king’s stipend amid budget reductions. The ex monarch is said to refrain from attempting to reclaim the throne and remains in service of Germany.
Washington Dec 10 Express companies seek a 10 per cent freight rate increase to offset rising costs and shrinking earnings. A joint presentation by eight principal carriers outlined the request, awaiting government action that could influence railroad operations and potential regulatory fallout.
New York Dec 7 The Delta Kappa Epsilon fraternity opened its seventy first annual convention and announced formation of an American Overseas Fraternity Association to aid members of Gravk, Syt ter, and other overseas colleges. Plans include a flagship clubhouse in Paris and nominations to the executive committee from Alpha Delta Pi, Phi Gamma Delta, Delta Nu, Mu Delta Theta and Signin.
In Austin Judge C M Jenkins warns the Texas Supreme Court is four years behind its docket and may fall further. He proposes a six member commission to sit in three panels to speed decisions, and suggests constitutional amendments or interim policy changes to relieve the backlog. Separate notes cover school tax drives and a transfer of Col. George F. Currley to Columbia with his aide.
In New York City workers in over 2000 shops stage a strike to enforce a demand for higher wages and shorter hours. They call for a 4 per week pay increase and a 20 hour day rather than the current 74 to 16 hour span.
The King's ouebers training at Pioneer TM UI Baptist Church runs nightly with 5:30 start and 45 minute sessions ending in supper. Many students attend daily, guided by experts in village life and moral drills, with Mrs Malilde Porter among active participants and tied to Baptist circles in the community.
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