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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 10, 1916

Page

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Bandits menace Chihuahua City as Villa forces advance

Chaos grips Chihuahua City as Villa and his bandits threaten the capital. Carranza troops retreat after heavy fighting near Santa Yaabel with 12 hundred left in the region. amnesty granted to 400 prisoners near Fresno, while El Paso businesses await supplies before a possible return.

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Battle reports reach General Funston on Mexican fighting

General Funston receives a belated signal from General Bell about clashes west of Chilhuahua City involving Villa and Carranza forces. De facto government troops led by General Ozuna reportedly pulling back toward Palomas as American troops remain at El Paso.

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Appeals From Decision on Nueces Drainage Bond Appeal

An appeal from District Judge W. B. Hopkins of Nueces county challenging a $558 479 25 drainage district No 2 bond issue was filed in the Fourth Court of Civil Appeals. The suit, David v. Timon et al, concerns injunctions and bond validity. Hopkins held suits of this type may be brought only by the attorney general or a designated delegate or an interested party, and David cannot proceed. The appeal follows the injunction ruling and related proceedings in the county court.

W. B. Hopkins Nueces County Sun David District Assia HF Timon Hopkins Nia Oakes

Villa at War with U S and Carranzistas

The document portrays Francisco Villa rallying forces to overthrow the current Mexican government and resist U S influence. It outlines terms for governance, elections, and reform laws, and threatens harsh action against those who oppose the revolution while denouncing foreigners and upholding nationalist control.

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Revival Controversy Over Army Camp Meetings Sparks Clash

A heated exchange details a dispute over holding religious revivals in military camps. The officer defends camp discipline, urges open air services outside the camps, and argues soldiers deserve protection from forced worship, while criticizing attempts to enforce protracted revival meetings within camps. The letter cites camp life, chaplains, and the impact on soldiers home and duty.

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Army M C A revival use among troops in border camps

A recent U S H M C A report shows Baptists use army camp buildings more than Presbyterians and Methodists in border camps. Baptists lead with twelve churches followed by Presbyterians eight, then Episcopalians, with others smaller. Controversy stems from General Funston denying revivals in camps, though ordinary religious meetings are allowed.

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Funston and the Baptists Stir National Debate

A literary digest excerpt reprints newspaper and public comments on General Funston opposing military camp revivals. It includes Dr J Be Gambrell’s view for Baptists and a discussion of the barometer analogy used in evaluating the issue.

Federal Trade Commission cites anti trust limits on export co operation

The Federal Trade Commission reports that anti trust laws hamper American exporters in facing foreign competition and urges Congress to authorize legal cooperation for export trade. It warns of dangers like home market abuse and nonmember exporters while pressing for rail, shipping, banking, and overseas facilities to boost U S export standing. It highlights South American trade as a key area needing American shipping, coordinated marketing, and stronger national representation to compete with Europe.

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Carpenter's tools sought for Box County Juvenile Home

County Commissioner Charley K. Gutzelt urged donations of complete carpenter kits for the Box County Juvenile Home. He said many youths want to learn carpentry but lack tools and funds to buy them, and the county cannot purchase full kits. Officials discussed appealing to community sponsors to aid in providing the necessary equipment to help the boys learn an honest trade.

Boxer County Charley K. Gutzelt

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