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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1917
Page
1
Fragmentary text reports an incident involving a United States submarine and a ramming event attributed to Navy personnel. Names of sailors, engineers, and places appear, but the passage is garbled with many misspellings and incomplete sentences, lacking a clear corroborated narrative of date, location, or outcome.
The article argues for General Petain to lead Allied forces, claiming he would stabilize command and unify strategy. It contends national loyalties and practical limits require a French commander, preferring Potvin for his background and capabilities.
Secretary Daniels testifies before the House naval subcommittee on naval preparedness. He reviews shipbuilding, submarine warfare, naval aviation gains, and merchant marine gun crews. He praises reserve ships as schools for gunners and notes strong coordination with allies. Daniels cites ongoing improvements and Admiral Sims’ service, while addressing questions about operations and staffing.
City leaders consider issuing a bond of about 1,000,000 to fund public works including water mains and sewer upgrades. Mayor Bell outlines plan pending council review, with estimates reflecting needs of a city nearing 850,000 population. Officials anticipate funds could support power and street improvements, though project scope hinges on funds and approvals.
The city weighs financing options for park and river improvements and street widening, arguing a City guarantee can spread costs, reduce interest, and fund water supply, bridges, and traffic safety. The speaker urges bonds and a detailed proposal showing necessity and cost per improvement.
The Ordnance Board did not heed offers as it pursued contract awards and future ammunition deliveries. Witness testimony before a Senate committee described ongoing cost overruns, delays, and calls to secure orders from experienced firms. Several lawmakers faulted French and British suppliers for gun shortages, while General Pennin urged rapid action to avoid shortages.
A garbled OCR entry notes low potato prices at several warehouses and stores near Walnut Street and Commerce Street. It mentions prices around $2.08 per unit and references multiple vendors including Mnegge, Jennatt, and Muepott's, with unclear phrases about stock levels and deliveries in the area.
Fragmentary report describes fighter units with Krasyny Ts and Nasnelobeit Trран, noting tie breaking surrender and withdrawal from a front. Older soldiers replaced by veterans, with N18 plans referenced and a shift toward frontline divisions.
Allied reports say German forces push to breach the Italian front near the Venetian plains with attempts to outflank via the Adriatic and Alpine regions. Heavy losses cited on both sides as Rome notes continued infantry battles and limited change in front lines despite air and artillery activity.
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