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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 29, 1918

Page

17

Speed Mania Brings Heavy Accident Toll in San Antonio

Police statistics show 700 to 800 seriously injured and 26 killed or dying from auto accidents this year in San Antonio. Commissioner Wright orders drastic speeding crackdowns after a burst of crashes, with arrests by motorcycle squads and threats of widespread actions against offenders including officers and soldiers.

San Antonio Phil Wright Isue Wright Lnws Iade Pvcaiucy J Yenue Sktek Berry Street

Welcome to Masaryk Signifies Allied Victory in Prague

Prague greets Professor Masaryk, president of Czecho Slovakia, with a vast, silent throng and triumphal procession. Don Cossacks and Czech legionaries stand guard as banners, portraits, and flags fill every street, marking a radiant national celebration of allied victory and liberty.

Masaryk London Times San Antonio Philadelphia Public Ledger the Public Ledger Co Prague Czech-Slovakia Derhans Modak United States Bethmann-Holweg Benjamin Franklin Bohemian Moravia Silesia Slovakia Wilson Masiryk Henry the Eighth Sokol Gymnastic Society Iris Bohemia Don Cossacks Guard of Honor Volga France Neary Thrace Council Krammarsh Parliament House

British Inquiries Over Seizure of Cables Spark Talks

Washington discusses indicate friendly talks continue between Britain and United States on cable control. Britain has sent inquiries to Washington fearing US rules could clash with UK regulations at English landings. Both sides seek a readjustment while some cables remain under private or foreign ownership.

Washington, D.C United States Britain Pres Thenglish Howtever

Landis halts socialist attack on Red Cross in court

Chicago December 28 A Red Cross criticism as sugar coating of war surfaces in the trial of Victor L Berger and four Socialist leaders charged with violating the espionage act. William F Kruse angrily interrupted cross examination but was stopped by Judge Landis. Letters from Kruse show anti conscription views and talk of dying for peace in America. Berger advised a man to wear a uniform, says university professor Haessler. The badge case moves into its third week on Monday.

Chicago Red Cross Victor L. Berger William F. Kruse Landis Kruse Young People’s Socialist League America Europe I Kruse Berger Carl Haessler Fortheavenworth

Vorcatain Jooney Published in Sian for Native Circulation

A notice states that Vorcatain Jooney has been released in Sian for distribution to the native population. The item appears in local records and outlines the circulation plan and intended audience.

Sian

Imperial Potentate to visit Alsafar Temple in San Antonio

Elias J. Jacoby, Imperial Potentate of the Mystic Shrine of North America, arrives in San Antonio with Alcafar Domple representatives to attend Jerusalem Temple dedication in New Orleans and escort the imperial party. After city tours and a banquet at Alsafar Temple, he heads to Mexico City on New Year’s Eve.

Imperial Mystic Shrine of North America Elias J. Jaccoby San Antonio Nes Alcafar Domple New Orleans Jerusalem Temple Jace Imperial Potentals United States Canada Saninane Mexico City Jacoby Bens San Antonio Jascha Heifetz Carnegie Tall New York

Congress Urged to Speed Work Before Short Session Ends

Washington dispatch notes only 61 working days remain for the 65th Congress before March 4. A major revenue bill tops the agenda as most appropriation bills have stalled. Debate over naval policy, Secretary Daniels' plan, and an army reorganization bill loom, with wheat price support of $2.20 a bushel under consideration.

Washington, D. C Congress District of Columbia House Senate Daniels

Italian Socialists Decide Peaceful Lawful Action Plan

In Bologna a secret Italian Socialist meeting, led by moderate faction head Killippi Varanti, defeated extremists who favored Bolshevik style tactics. The resolution urges legal peaceful propaganda to avert potential disturbances across Italy.

London Times Service San Antonio Philadelphia Public Ledger Paple Ledger Co Milan Thor Bologna Italian Socialist Party Italy Killippi Varanti Chir

Wilson Birthday Marked By Gifts From Royal Family

President Woodrow Wilson, aged 62, receives birthday greetings and gifts from King George and the royal party at Buckingham Palace in London. A wireless message from London confirms birthday wishes from cabinet officers sidelined, while in Austin Texas E O Thompson resigns as U S commissioner to join Texas & Pacific Railroad in Dallas.

London Wilson King George Washington Woodrow Wilson Buckingham Palace

Italian Opera in Chicago Season Crispino e la Comare

The Chicago Opera Company presents the light opera Crispino e la Comare, a breezy tale of a shoemaker and his wife aided by a fairy, with music by the Ricci brothers. Galli-Curci shines in the cast, famed for this comedic role, while Heifetz's San Antonio appearance and Reilly the baritone headline upcoming concerts.

Crispino E la Comare the Dobbler and the Fairy Chicago Opera Company Larber Seville W. OS. Gilbert Ganeless Gilbert Ricci Tet Galli Hay Galli- Curei

Notable musicians featured on new Columbia recordings

The Masday Musical Auxiliary Chorus cancels Monday meeting for holidays and resumes next Monday at 3 p.m. at Mrs. Eli Hertzberg’s home. Contributions to Columbia records include performances by Josef Hofmann, Stransky led ensemble, Seidel, Hulda Lagehanska, and Riccardo Stracciari. Seidel performs Cannice Viennois and Romance from Concerto No 2. the New York Philharmonic plays Dance No 5 in G Minor and Dance No 6 in D Major. Hofmann plays Rondo Capriccioso and Chopin’s Tarentse. Hulda Lushanska sings The Song My Mother Taught Me. Stracciari sings O Sole Mio.

Eli Hertzberg Josef Hofmann New York Shilharmonie Mr. Stransky The New York Philharmonic Arnhins Ligst Mendelssohn Chopin Hulda Lushanska Dvorak Stracciari

New Mueller-Cockrell Company to Open in San Antonio

The Mueller-Cockrell Company, a new San Antonio firm formed by Emil Mueller and Millie Cockrell with Henry Mueller and Filla Cockrell, is set to operate a women and children’s wear store at 213 East Houston Street. Remodeling begins January 2, with a target opening around January 20 and a formal opening planned for late February or early March.

Mueller-Cockrell Company of San Antonio Mil Mueller Henry Mueller Filla Cockrell Millie Cockrell East Houston Street Mueller-Cockrell Company Emil Mueller

Henry Mueller Named Vice President of New Firm

Henry Mueller is vice president of the new firm and Miss Ella Cook serves as secretary, both bringing prior successful business experience to the venture.

Henry Mueller New Firm Ella Cook

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