Christmas Day Gifts From Army of Good Greer
Theora Carter, president of the Society of Good Cheer, asks San Antonio readers to join the Army of Good Greer on Christmas Day. The society, with chapters in New York, Chicago, Toronto, Seattle, Hong Kong, London, plans to distribute gifts to the afflicted and cheer hospital girls as part of New Year resolutions.
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Society of Good Cheer initiates holiday gift drive
The Society of Good Cheer asks the public to remember stricken hospital patients during the holidays. Aimed at New Year gifting, officials note hospitals in San Antonio will receive flowers books and small gifts via The Light's automobile Saturday afternoon. The group urges donations to aid recovery and brighten wounded and poor families during Christmas and New Year observances.
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Panama Riot Sparks US Occupation Fear
The Associated Press reports that after December 6 riots between administration backers and opponents, a leading article in the Star and Herald warns that renewed scandals could prompt a military occupation and provisional government by the United States.
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Oklahoma dealers oppose parcels post at state convention
Oklahoma hardware and implement dealers in a state convention adopted a strong stand against the parcels post, declaring it would be inimical to both dealers and consumers. The resolution was approved just before adjournment last night.
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Gold Medal Awarded For Patriotic Essay At San Antonio High
San Antonio High School plans a January 9 program in the auditorium for the Daughters of the Confederacy to award a gold medal for an essay on Services of Leo and Jackson to the South. Submissions close January 12. Contestants include Lewin, Sidney Matison, Paul Maury Maverick, Harold Land, Ayron Nankarvis, Cagey Old, and Warner Beekman. The event features patriotic readings and musical numbers. The high school auditorium has lighting upgrades for the occasion. A quarterly conference for the interchurch mission at the Fiat Methodist Church will be held later this week with Rev. H C Burgin presiding.
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Train Official Sacrifices Life To Save Emperor Delayed
Moji Shijiro Shimidzu, a train superintendent in charge of the emperor of Japan's journey, sacrificed himself by stepping before a train after a derailment and a delayed arrival caused by a misplaced stitch. He left a letter claiming duty to compensate for the emperor's embarrassment, and the emperor expressed distress upon learning of the incident.
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Festival Rates Offer Big Discounts for San Antonio Event
Texas railroads plan extremely favorable fares for the mnd winter festival in San Antonio from December 28 to January 6 under the Press club. Excursion tickets will be sold within 100 miles of San Antonio with ten day passes and one day specials. Holiday rates will apply for longer-distance travelers. The General Passenger Agents Association met at the St. Anthony hotel this morning and will reconvene this afternoon.
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Dowie’s Son Leaves Faith to Study for Episcopal Ministry
Dee Dowie, only son of John Alexander Dowie founder of Zion City, abandons the religious sect to pursue Anglican ordination. A former law student and Michigan practitioner, he leaves the movement that once populated Zion City as he seeks ministerial training.
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Apathy in Bexar County Poll Tax Damps Endorsed by Candidates
Voter apathy worries officials as 37 of 145 San Antonio residents paid the poll tax this morning, well below last year’s figures. County tax receipts total 1325, versus 2768 a year ago, sparking alarm among anti prohibition forces and candidates for governor. County Attorney Tom J. Newton urged action as polling nears year end and the January deadline looms.
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Increase in Texas troops promised by War Department
Washington reports the War Department assured Congressman James L Slayden that Texas military forces will not be reduced now or soon. A possible large increase was noted for later. Revival services at Government Hill Methodist led by Rev A T Davidian grow in interest with sermons on sin and grace. Mrs A J Torbart to sing a gospel solo as services begin at 7 o clock each night Saturday and Sunday.
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Farmers Barred From Jury in Beef Packers Case
Chicago dispatch reports potential jury changes in the Sherman Act trial of beef packers. Prosecution hints at excusing farmers from the panel due to perceived price control by packers. Defense may object, arguing farmers bias and concern over agricultural impact.
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San Antonio Considers Aviation School Plans
George Thorne of Chicago proposes establishing a aviation school in San Antonio this winter, citing a Windy City record and offering about forty students. He seeks chamber support and free rites for his school, plans to inspect fair grounds for suitability, and aims to leverage the city’s climate.
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Navy yards on Atlantic coast proposed by Meyer
Three Atlantic coast navy yards would be built at Narragansett Bay Rhode Island Norfolk Virginia and Guantanamo Bay Cuba with the New York Boston and Portsmouth New Hampshire yards to be eliminated The plan aims to balance ship deployment once the Panama Canal opens and reduce the need for east coast naval services Narragansett Bay was chosen to provide anchorage and repair facilities for northern operations
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