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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 14, 1917

Page

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Arsenal Improvements Forecast by Road’s Request

Washington approves plans for new United States arsenal buildings in San Antonio with an estimated cost of about 8300000. The San Antonio Belt and Terminal Railroad is to construct a switch track across South Flores Street, enabling access to the arsenal property. City officials plan to confer on ordinance submission, while aiming to prevent right of way conflicts on Arsenal Street. Details of the buildings and purpose remain undisclosed, but a large machine shop and repair facilities are anticipated. The post office also passes a broad budget, including foreign censorship funds and other appropriations.

United States Arsenal Washington Stark Affma San Antonio Ton W South Flores Street United States Aj Renal Ube City Accross Florex Street Yelland West Mondax Arsenal Street Wetherite Ung Luo Uy Dee Post Office

Virginia Corporation Seeks Texas Gil Company Takeover

Virginia concerns seek to acquire the Texas Gil Company through a Virginia corporation. The process involves permitting, property rights, and proposed control measures under state and federal review, with public declarations from officials and affiliations with local petroleum interests.

Note by Soldier Brings Wedding in Hapless Message

A fragmentary wartime note from Hintos West Virginia describes a wedding between Miss Gates and J Walr Wash. The text hints at a home address in Cincinnati and references a Methodist church. The letter notes a furlough and the sender’s attempt to convey a serious personal event amid troop movements.

Hintos Geoland Mis Gates Cinvin Wath Finnshed Auckson Qatnuen

Letter from France expresses hope and endures war

The letter from George Thomas, a U.S. Army member near a large French city, describes his safe status, productive farms, and desire to return home. He notes being far from danger, awaiting orders, and reports taking care of his health while missing contact with the United States.

Engineers Mourned as German Bombs Kill Americans

A British front area report states several American Tailway engineers were killed by German aerial bombs. Details are sparse with early word that a German bomb cell hit a town the Americans were moving through. Two American soldiers died in hospitals. five others died of natural causes. Additional Army deaths listed include Lieut George M Denton in December from meningitis, Sgt Paul Jordon from a motorcycle accident, Private Harold Warner from pneumonia, and others from various causes with locations linked to Virginia Georgia and Minnesota.

WEYS Whance Strest Trac Washington, D. C General Pershing War Department George M. Denton United States Transport Judith Anderton Alexandria Paul Jordon Quartersmaster Corps Grady Halex Lavonia Harold Warner Marinee Pneumonic Able Smaman Jan Hendrin Braahart Bereind Iebar Sautucet Capron Artisters Corps Bridget Nashwauk Minn

Man Escapes Police After Goy Killing in Roaming House

The fugitive killer of musician Henry Goy was found missing soon after the shooting and wounding of 24 year old Miss Rebskia Cecellin. District Attorney Me Kil’s office notes the suspect, a former sweetheart, disappeared. Detectives failed to track the escape and the victim’s funeral was held at San Fernanda cathedral with interment in the Buy ormiinda Cemeteries.

Henry Goy Omals Street Rebskia Cecellin de Sallant Cecrilia Jem L Me Kil Menry Coy Buy Ormiinda

Prison Sentence For Army Officer After Court Martial

A court martial sentenced Heegerik Frag Vourkun to one year in prison for misconduct and breaking from duty. Brig. Gen. Gaston, commander, commuted the sentence, and another officer Wisehuiren was to be held in confinement. The accused had $289 entrusted to him by the company for a time.

Heegerik Frag Vourkun Oatth Staneey United Bheles Mark Lasivenwerth

Would Seize Roads Washtseton Major Benatatart Plan

In a report on railway control debates, officials discuss public ownership versus private lines, noting government takeover implications and a potential surplus of over 200000000 in the treasury if policies shift. Ship and fire news follow with mentions of steamers Walkhand Kurkland and other vessels, plus a Massachusetts worker returning home after a major fire and explosion.

Washtseton Dee Kaverement Yairouat Gongremienil Vithie Sovernment Chetr Rile Ronda Wwe al Tees

Canada to Decide on Draft Issue at Monday's Election

Vancouver paper notes Canadians face a pivotal campaign with Liberals led by Sir Wilfrid Laurier opposing conscription and favoring a referendum while the Borden government backs the military service act. The election extends voting rights to relatives of overseas soldiers as the issue dominates the contest.

Canada Vancouver B.C Wilfred Laurier Robert Border Canute Wilfred Robert Harden Paniner John Willison Toraile Laurier Willcome Borden Weat

Bolsheviks Clash with Cossacks in Petrograd Turmoil

Bolsheviks press a crackdown as Cossacks lose to Bolsheviks in Petrograd. Protests over liquor destruction orders and prison reshuffles spread. Countess Panin, ex vice minister of public welfare, is detained for allegedly diverting ministry funds. Mme Werewor ledgings and other suspects face revolutionary tribunals.

Petrograd Panin Annanister Public Welfare Mme Her- Tengky Smolny Tiel Constitutional Democratic Party Lulsleviki

Letthand Forms Temporary Council Amid Territorial Clash

In Valle Letts, December 14, workers organizations formed a temporary government council to monitor and resist outside influence. An appeal to Entente powers aims to stop Aviston from invading Letthy territory. lawyer Zimmiter was selected as press contact.

Fetroghad Sol Dielty Ua- Howrt Letthand Valle ONG Au Watchiminsy Fer Ure Letts Teeing Courland Livenit Agi Ather Res JME Pravhises Entente Aliles Aviston Zimmiter

Bolshevik Delegates Rush to Petrograd Assembly

Bolshevik delegates hurry to Petrograd for the Soviet assembly after headquarters appeal. None of the Bolsheviks attended the preliminary organization meeting yesterday, and officials believe their absence reflects efforts to overwhelm the central committee by numbers.

Petrograd

Rotary Aids Hoover Luncheons and Christmas Drive

Rotary club members organize weekly luncheons at St Anthony’s parish hall with bread and wheat products for the hungry. They plan a sixth annual Christmas charity with all gifts from members, including candy for orphans, and a guest speaker from Trout.

Wits

Halifax Officials Silent On Arrest Of Suspected Spy

A beleagUERed report describes a suspected spy linked to a wreck near Halifax. Officials refuse comment while hospital scenes surface, with rumors of a coded German message and a possible wire station find. The incident sparks intense wartime speculation and security chatter.

Halifax

Unclear OCR summary of New York financial notices

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Farle Sir Altysay Deventher Tixelnse Male Elm Eredi

Million Dollar Hemp Suit Filed in Maryland Case

Supreme Court Justice Goff signs a temporary injunction blocking sale and seizure of hemp assets tied to a complex interstate dispute. The case involves Hugo Molina and others alleging regulatory and possession actions linked to a warehouse in Maryland and assets valued around a million dollars with claims against a missing or falsified authority. The filing cites bank lien plans and potential enforcement by regional authorities amid a broader political backdrop in Yucatan and implications for hemp shipments and property.

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