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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 04, 1919

Page

3

The Cotton Wrangle and Market Control Debate

A discussion of the cotton trade in the South, urged reductions in production to boost prices, and consideration of legislation to abolish or regulate the New York Cotton Exchange. The piece argues against limiting acreage while noting world demand and price swings, and proposes a growers organized exchange to finance and hold cotton to secure better prices.

Agai New York Cotton Exchange Syorld West Stason

A Vital Domestic Problem and Government Functions

A discussion on shifting government focus from traditional roles to material development. It argues for creating new functions or expanding existing ones to meet changing conditions, warning against overemphasis on regulation and neglect of vocational training. Federal influence on road building and agricultural departments is cited as example of shifting priorities and funding.

Claupie Department of Agriculture Stadership Femecs United States

Proposal for a Separate Highway Department

The text argues against the Department of Agriculture leading highway construction, urging a dedicated engineering department to handle planning, financing, and execution. It warns that farm support needs and national transport demand require specialized expertise and rapid road development for reconstruction and growth.

No Pardon Due for Conscientious Objectors in War

The Amer ican Bar Association protests harsh sentences from courts and recalls the Leavenworth military prison discharge of conscientious objectors. A noted case involved a soldier refused to cook, judged for disobedience, while objectors who would not perform any duty faced similar fates. The piece argues obedience to law stands above conscience in civil life, noting capital punishment debates and wartime legal precedents.

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War Department on Conscientious Objectors Pardons

Fragmentary wartime note argues the War Department would not pardon conscientious objectors and, if ever it did, should pardon all others jailed for disobeying orders. The text reflects criticism of military discipline and potential blanket pardons.

Letters from soldiers reveal German attitudes after occupation

Reported letters from the Army of Occupation describe German views toward conquerors and the Allied soldiers. They note a shift from prewar hostility to cautious friendly behavior seen as possibly profitable, while Americans strive for sanitary conduct and restraint. The piece questions whether German fraternization will become a lasting, material enterprise.

Army of Occupation London Germany Jis Occupetion Rom Meir Habilfy Fivall Saljenners

Opening of New Theaters Event Aboard Silence

A fragmentary account describes a planned theater opening with Wendayy Wilson appearing in the lineup. The piece references ambitious themes and questions about national culture, with mentions of notable cities, figures, and a dancing-focused stake.

Bea Wendayy Wilson Grant Lafayette Halley Morton Ompany Armevivine Ivy Cojetti Buunete

Grand Theatre Show Promises Mary Pickford Attractions

Fahamus Tinlists headline the Grand with a feature using Mary Pickford’s star power. Jigar and Taylor present Joan and Weulson in How Could You Joan. Vivian Maxtia stars in Her Country First as part of a program highlighting literature and life with dramatic presentation.

Fahamus Diana Lahavne Jigar Taylor Joan Weulson

Stars and Stripes Pays Tribute to Roosevelt

The Stars and Stripes published a tribute recalling President Roosevelt’s leadership and impact. The notice honors his vitality, calls him a great companion to the nation, and notes the deep affection Americans hold for him after his death.

Stars and Stripes Roosevelt

Princes Island Notes Describe Geographies and Histories

Washington February bulletin outlines Princes Islands in the Sea of Marmara near Constantinople. It preserves legends of rulers and nobles, detailing Antigone and Blafe islands with historic figures, castles, and a long line of imperial intrigues.

Editor Corrects Angoton Vila Mess In Northern Mexton

A reader letters Edtor disputing a dated report on Angoton Vila Messi ent project in Northern Mexton. They claim no connection with Hodd nuvi and request correction of alleged misstatements and names.

Angoton Vila Mexton Emilig Madako

Fragmented garbled text survey with scattered names

A chaotic excerpt miscites various figures and places in a fragmented fashion. It references Washington and Portugal themes, mentions prohibition debates, and alludes to political and social topics, but the text is largely incomprehensible and inconsistent. The piece reads like a garbled OCR capture with numerous misspellings and broken phrases.

Ain't It Grand and Glorious Feelin' Ridiculous Rumor

A stray line from a playful chant echoes a boastful cheer with exaggerated sounds and a comic refrain. The fragment hints at a lighthearted show tune mood tied to a lively audience response.

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