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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 21, 1917

Page

3

Desperate German bid for peace at Brest Litovsk scene

A vivid description of German diplomacy at Brest Litovsk shows Dr Von Kuthiman and Count Cherain meeting with Russian emissaries allied to Lenin and Trotsky to seek a peace treaty. The piece rails against Bolshevik aims and predicts upheaval as Germany negotiates through unrecognized leaders while denying legitimacy to rival soviet factions.

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Brest-Litovsk peace council depicted as historic

The passage argues the Brest-Litovsk peace council will be historic for showing Prussia’s current status and its diminished standing among civilized nations.

Brest Litersk Prussia

Faith in News Is Tested by Sensational Reports

The author warns readers against relying on sensational headlines and urges careful judgment of government actions. It compares rumors about the Kaiser and disloyal elements to historic breaches such as Frederick the Great’s invasion of Silesia and Belgium’s 1914 invasion, urging a remedy for faith undermining reports.

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Fragmentary History of the Seven Years War and Prussia

The fragment discusses Frederick the Great's campaigns in the Seven Years War, noting defeats at Suersdorf, Russians capturing Berlin, and shifting alliances. It mentions Empress Elizabeth's death, Paul’s ascent, and potential peace moves with Russia while Prussia seeks to deter Austria. It reflects on rival nations and the hoped outcomes of future battles and diplomacy.

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Ferguson Impeachment Disputed as Courts Find No Cause

The piece argues former Governor James K. Ferguson faced impeachment despite court rulings that he was blameless regarding charges by the Texas Legislature. It notes the district attorney's quashing of charges, discusses political rivalry, and questions the Legislature’s authority amid ongoing campaign debates.

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Fragmented Houston Chronicle slips in scattered clippings

A garbled recap of diverse Dallas Fort Worth Houston and Galveston notices cites figures like W. Griffit of Garwood selling 208 head of steers for 95000 and references to General Allenby in Jerusalem. The mixed recap mentions waterworks in Moulton and university medical reports while noting weather and political quips from several Texas papers.

The Light's Short Story Reveals A Generous Act Of Charity

Jane Colwell Fenmore investigates charity complaints and visits Martha Col ling Fenmore, an elderly widow, at her top-floor room. There she learns Jim Fenmore, her son and a musician, saved by a crown prince, leaving the piano as family legacy. The old woman fears losing the piano to buy food, and Jane contemplates discreet help to ease the hardship without harming the charity’s integrity.

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Vaudeville and Film Highlights at Theaters Vouseville Empire

The article lists current week programs at Theaters Vouseville and Empire. It highlights vaudeville acts like Monte and Wiser plus Curt Curzon Sisters and Guinan Trio, with film features starring Jane Cowl in Spreading Dawn and Sennett-Paramount comedies. The Grind Opera House promotes Stops Look Listen with a Christmas novelty, and Pathe and Pearl Theater entries feature Montage and Antonio Moreno in new releases.

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