Turks Desertion Redoubles British Palestine Advantage
The article reports that a planned Turkish assault led by German General Von Falkenhayn collapsed as large numbers of Turkish soldiers deserted. More than half of twenty four Turkish divisions were lost to desertion, weakening the Ottoman defense and boosting Allied prospects in Palestine, with potential moves toward Constantinople.
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Jerusalem
Palestine
von Falkenhayn
Verdun
von Falkethayn
Constantinople
General Allenby
British War Office
Honor Ribbons For Soldiers
Article describes military honors for American soldiers with red white and blue ribbons worn on the right breast to signify wounds and valor. It notes no objections from Josephus Daniels and explains ribbons differ from campaign service insignia, marking personal sacrifices in battle.
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Josephus Daniels
Admiralty
Josephus
Navy
United States
Philippines
Cuba
China
Militarism and disarmament in wartime thought
A Springfield Republican column argues militarism stems from corrupt motives while preparedness serves as a tool for rulers. It weighs Wilson and Lloyd George’s disarmament stance, questions domestic safety bounds, and notes Germany’s fragility, unrest, and the risk of a broader collapse of Prussianism if German revolt spreads. It also discusses industrial peace plans and wartime policy to prevent class conflict.
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Tim Lian
Willson
Lloyd George
Tom Liar
Wilson
Lexan
Germany
Campaign badges and the true meaning of sacrifice
The piece contrasts the old and new campaign badges worn by soldiers highlighting that a badge may mark service or honor without reflecting depth of sacrifice. It argues that World War I wounds indicate the severest test of courage, unlike earlier wars where badge significance varied.
Short vote to peace lies in anti Prussian excesses
The piece argues that pacific progress for Germany rests on rejecting pan German militarism. It notes growing unrest in Germany and Austria, with discontent turning toward open revolution as authorities resist reform. The author cites America and the Allies urging abandonment of Prussianism as the path to end the war.
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Germany
Africa
America
Entente
Austria
Tie Lien
Rejec
Twisted Texas column clippings mix voices and places
A jumble of quotes and notes from Dallas to Yoakum, Yorktown to Wel fare references, mentioning Baker, unions, fires, drought, cans for Red Cross drives, and a sardonic telegram to the Kaiser. The text sketches local concerns and editorials across towns, with little cohesive narrative.
Mary's Ankle Farce Dominates Grand Theater Night
The Grand Opera House opened with May Tully's Marys Ankle, a lively engagement that devolved from a mild comedy into a rapid fire farce. Miss Tully delivers brisk humor with clean, approachable situations as Bert Leigh Edward Butler and Donald MacLeod bring zestful, natural performances.
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Mary
Man of Ideas
Mary Jane Smith
Mary Dane Smith
Tully
Grand Opera House
Bermuda
Miss .Tully
Féres
Bert Leigh
Edward Butler
Donald MacLeod
Amy Leah Dennis
James Hester
May Wallace
Gertrude Mann
Blue Blood and Ned at Princess with varied bill
Photoplay starring Francis X Cushman and Beverly Bayne called Blue Blood and Ned headlines the Princess Variety bill runs through the weekend. The Fountain of Love a musical comedy offers fresh situations tuneful girls and catchy tunes. Rakoma the gentleman equilibrist presents graceful and daring balance acts. The Dolce Sisters Two Girls From Harmony Land also appear. Mons Ologue and saxophone eccentricities by Lew Wells. Hungry Hearts a Paramount photoplay starring Pauline Frederick is an extra feature.
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Princess
Princess Theater
Paramount
Pauline Irrederick
Letters to The Light about publication policy
Readers are advised letters intended for publication must be signed by the writer. Anonymous or illegible signatures will not be published. The publication of a letter does not imply endorsement by The Light publishers.
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The
Light
Correction 15 Made January 25 Light letter criticizes unit
A letter allegedly from Joseph D. Baldwin of the 315th Engineers criticizes food and conditions in his unit. Major Frank S. Roberts at Camp Travis requested to inspect the original. publication was authorized for space. Charles Ray, claimed as German propaganda, stars in The Son of His Father at Empire Theater with a $3000 bet turning to $100,000 in six months, plus The Taming of Target Center as an added attraction.
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The
Light
Joseph D. Baldwin
315Th Engineers
Frank S. Roberts
National Army
Camp Travis
Major Roberts
Charles Ray
Empire
Hisj
Iton
Gordon Carbhoy
Empire Theater
Target Center
Soldier actors may stage vaudeville at Camp Travis theater
Sana Anvonians and camp soldiers prepare for a final musical night at Camp Travis theater. Soldiers showed strong talent Friday night and may soon perform another vaudeville bill at the camp theater.
Automobile Industry Growth and War Impact in America
A Wall Street Journal report details 230 passenger car makers and 372 truck manufacturers in the United States with a capital of 736 million dollars. It notes Ford producing 8000 cars daily, Dodge Brothers 400, and GM with 182000 cars last year, plus rising output across brands. War contracts cut schedules, and firms foresee higher second hand car prices as investors buy, refurbish, and hold for a future market.
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United States
Wall Street Journal
Ford Company
Dodge Brothers
Willys-Overland
Chevrolet Company
Maxwell
General Motors
Cadillac
Buick
Olds
Overland
Liberty Motors
New York Post
America
Oboe & Certinty
Six Bard Children Die in Fire at Caribon Home
Six children of Charles Bard aged 10 years to four months burned to death in a house fire near Caribon. Mrs Bard severely injured while trying to rescue them. Fire investigators probe cause as neighbors recall rapid blaze.
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Gene
Dallas News
Meyersville
Yorktown News
Waco - Eds Herald
South Carolina
Comfort
Welfare
Caribon
Charles Bard
Here
Letter Denies Baldwin Claim in The Light 1918
Maj K Frank S Roberts of the 90th Division Intelligence Section at Camp Travis issues a denial of a Baldwin letter published in The Light on January 23 1918. He states no Joseph D Baldwin serves in the 315th Engineers or 90th Division and that the accusations against Company F 315th Engineers are untrue. He urges correction by the daily paper and labels the Baldwin writer as a potential German propaganda instrument.
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Baldwin
Camp Travis
315Th Engineers
90Th
Joseph D. Baldwin
96Th Division
319Th Engineers
Joseph J. Baldwin
MAJ
Kfrank S&s Roberts
90Th Division
National Army
Cami Travis
Leather-Saving Shoe Ration Slashes Heels to Nine Inches
The National Boot and Shoe Manufacturers Association orders lower women’s boots to conserve leather. Next fall’s women’s shoes must not exceed nine inches above the heel with a possible extra half inch cut. Styles limited to black white two tin shades and two gray. Men’s footwear will be offered in black and two tan shades.
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New York
National Boot and Shoe Manufacturers’ Association
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Red Cross
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Majestic
Bliajestie Theater
Morgan
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Rex Story
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Trevett
Royal Theater
Information Bureau
Suilys
Knight and Carlysle
Joe Lane
Pearl Sgirper
Mavi Brothers Aire
Francis X. Cushman
Beverly Bayne
Ned
Camp Bravis Theater
Rand
TaTa
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