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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 20, 1917

Page

3

Leaves Granted Furloughs For Draft Men

SINTAGO December 20 Your wave is to be given to 5 per cent of the men at Camp Grant cantonment. Simpler leave of absence has been ordered for the sailors at the Great Lakes Naval Training Station. The order permitting the Christ.

Sintago Camp Grant Great Lakes

Mob attempts to lynch alleged African American soldier

A mob gathered in Pedble, Colorado, last night seeking a supposed black soldier. The girl claiming to be his wife sought the man, prompting an armed confrontation. Only after temporarily delaying the mob did officials verify the man was not the target, and the mob dispersed.

Colo Lewis Smith

Vaudeville Benefit Promises Top Show at Majestic Friday

The Red Cross vaudeville event at the Majestic features over sixty performers from three theaters Walter McConin of Royal and Princess Theaters promotes a patriotic program with music and specialties. Proceeds go to the Red Cross. volunteers donate time and services. The show aims to start early and finish by 1 p.m. with extra hours offered all week for talent.

Red Cross Siers Thee Performancs Avery Thiven Ned Cross Land Ross Vicouk

An Antidote for Uric Acid Poison

Dr Raheonk outlines uric acid as a body poison from liver formation that affects kidneys and joints. He advocates flushing kidneys with hot water and taking Anuria twice daily to improve elimination, claiming relief from gout and rheumatism and reduced nervous fatigue.

Dr. Z. CG. Raheonk Wes Perips Amirte

Homeward bound Canadian troops from war zone voyage

Returning from the war in a Halifax bound British steamer, Canadian overseas army personnel are being transferred by rail to Canada for recuperation. About 1296 officers and 802 women and children are aboard, including Captain Miller Taylor of Macon Georgia, attached to the Royal Cinxs corps, along with his wife and baby daughter born in London during the German raid in October.

Atlantic Halifax Canada Cratch Hare Miller Si, Taylor Macon London

Trials Near End in Alleged Destruction Conspiracy

Albert C. Kaltschmidh and five others on trial in Michigan since December 4 face charges of conspiring to destroy public and private property in the United States and Canada. The defendants include Kaltschmidhat, his sister Ida Neel, Rita A Nest, Prong Ras It, 70, Marla Schmidt, and Carl Schmidt. The government alleges Kaltschmidhat led the plot and worked for the German government.

Weatle Allegra Mich Wee Albert C. Kaltschmidh Beer Sen Pul iv United States Catala Ras It Marla Schmit Carl Schmidt Kalisehmidt

Soldiers at Camp Sherman apprehend several men

Ohio report states on December 20 authorities at Camp Sherman rounded up nine soldiers accused of involvement in a theft ring. Officials say the men offered no credible defense and will be held for further inquiry as details remain unclear.

Ohio Frangli Vo Camp Sherman

Villa Changes Name in Mexican Campaign Report

A report from Chihuahua City lists Villa names and aliases used in the campaign, with references to Severin Gengules and other monikers. It notes fighting between Ced and Villa forces, unspecified casualties, and a mobile retreat toward the Durango mountains as of last night.

PASG Tex Tan Eigen Wieties Maine Aml Severin Gengules Chuwahua City Aulie Marlin Lopes Villa Leen Chihuahua Vila Neta

Charters Filed Across Texas Firms in December

Listings show several charter filings including Foxler Ul Company of Brownwood with capital stock $14,000 and incorporators H. A. Mewler W. G. Baxter B. Avinger and more. Highway Motor Company of Corsican capital $4,000 with incorporators Felix Irwin Edens and Fred M. Allison. Port Arthur Telephone Company with capital $106,000 and incorporators B. P. gins Liberty May Shinle J. W. Williams. Fisk Rubber Company Dallas notice for capital $29,900 and Barling capital $20,400. stern Mercantile Company Abi ne capital $3,000.

Austin Tex Ted Foxler Ul Company Brownwood HH. A. Mewler W. G. Baxter B Avinger Ansbyrug Company Taut Ina Danghy Walter Park J. B. Caldwell Highway Motor Company Corsicant Niy and Barling Capital Strane Steel and Wire Cera Dallas Capital Stern Mercantile Company Abi&ne

Winter skin care tips for clear complexion claims

The text advises maintaining skin health through winter with careful cleansing, moisturizers, and gentle products. It mentions avoiding drying agents and using mild toners and protective measures, noting benefits when following a routine consistently and choosing suitable skincare steps.

City council discusses building code changes and impacts

A Wednesday conference including county officials, Heal Estate Hoard reps, and flooring dealers weighed a proposed ban on frame buildings with shingle roofs within restricted limits. After open dialogue, it was seen that delaying the restriction avoids higher building costs amid housing shortages.

Cnty Council Heal Estate Hoard City Fiscums

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