Cocoons and Silk Prices Drive War Era Trade Notes
An analysis explains how cocoon prices impact silk goods from dresses to coats and how wartime factors push costs higher. Japanese buyers and Keitai Homma visit to discuss silk futures, with labor costs and dye politics shaping American preferences for modest shades and domestic dyeing. If prices keep rising, substitutes will replace silk unless cocoons fall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keitay Homma
Yokohama
Japan
Hamma
Kallaco
Jess
Prussian Education and German Psychological Warfare
A harsh critique of Prussian Kultur influencing wartime conduct. The piece argues German tactics were designed by university experts using psychology to manipulate Russian defections from the Allies. It condemns the depth of German strategic deceit and cites Russian peasants educated by German teachers as part of the scheme.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carmany
Russia
Germany
Prussian Education in War Works to Shape Russian Revolt
The article argues that Prussian professors ran schools for Russian prisoners, teaching pacifism and Christianity while guiding prisoners to sabotage their homeland. It claims prisoners later returned to Russia to burn bridges and hinder war efforts, suggesting Prussia’s influence steered Russia’s revolution toward a political path intertwined with war aims. It warns that the system remains largely unrevealed and could grow if given chance, posing dangers amid wartime delays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesus of Nazareth
Riasin
Russia
Tavill
The Great Blizzard of 1887 88 Remembered in Winter Record
A historical account details a severe winter storm that swept from Nebraska to Montana, with Dakotas hit hardest. Temperatures plunged to 54 below in Mitchell and 52 below at Grand Forks, freezing many who could not reach shelter. Deaths reached about 2,000 nationwide, later adjusted to around 109 in the Dakotas and similar in other states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Nebraska
Iowa
Wisconsin
Montana
Dakotas
Mitchell
South Dakota
Grand Forks
North Dakota
AL Mitchell
Severe winter storms cause deaths and peril across plains
Reports recount deadly blizzards across Dakota farms where families and teachers saved pupils by sheltering indoors. A farmer and his son perish after a nearly hourlong struggle in freezing weather as horses perish nearby. San Antonio endures a January blizzard with fatalities rivaling the 1888 storm, underscoring lack of prior warning and harsh winter conditions.
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Dakota
Louse
South Dakota
Allen
Horges
San Antonio
Weather Bureau
Germany’s peace terms and war history debated
An analysis of German statements on who began the war and the proposed peace terms. The piece argues Germany seeks favorable terms, including surrender of Baltic provinces and dominance in the Balkans, while Russia seeks genuine peace with defense of its borders. It notes British conscription opinions and a camp anecdote about Camp Travis medical officers advising stay-at-home care for soldiers' families.
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Germany
Russia
Krusois
Nany
Baltic
Baltic Sea
Bulgark
Halkans
Teolagy
Camp Travis
Canton
A Little Girl Remembered by Parks
Fragmentary reminiscence describes a little girl named Parks offering strength and cheer. The speaker recalls affection and mutual care across years, with themes of support, growth, and enduring memory despite silence and fear.
Vaudeville Night at Theaters Features Korver and Acts
The bill at the Theaters HIiy Thurs i Miestte highlights Billie Korver in a vaudeville act after a week with familiar names like Billy Teeves and a rotating cast. The program includes songs, skits, and novelty acts such as Saint or Sinner and Bon Voyage, plus a photo play The Avenging Tra at Princess Theatre and amateur night at Camp Travis with military talent and professional performers.
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Billie Korver
Mijextie
Vaudevily
Enailsit Mossy Hall
Tarry Grisitd
Alaska
Hoyat
Jimmy Gildea
Hoya
Floviest
Plantagan
Mang Earl Andrews and Company
Tessie
Lalfie Milar
Myrtle Town
Ming Hand Loakwoan
Her Silent Sacrifice Film Plot Summary
A dramatic tale where a woman sacrifices for love and an artist’s career. The narrative centers on bringing recognition through a public pact with a prince. A dramatic turn saves the heroine from a scandalous outcome, preserving moral order and personal redemption.
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Brady
Meinee Oissard
Jane
Grand Opera House to Show Burlesque and Tom Mix Daily
A mixed program at the Grand Opera House offers a screening of a photoplay titled tublers ance with a blend of history and romance. Hart at Pearl Today features William J. Hart in a Pearl Theater attraction, supported by Enid Barkly, plus Tom Mix in Cupid's Round Up. The report notes Mix’s early screen career and the rodeo style antics of his era as banners and cowboys troupe through the feature.
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Katee
Princess
Phe
Princess Theater
Haviland~ Thornton Company
Bill
Hann
Weller
Martz
Cowell
Vardi
Grand Opera House
Babylon
Judea
Hart
Pearl Todlay
William J. Hart
Pearl Theater
Mart
Enid Barkly
Tom Mix
Cupid
Mix
Arizona
Texas
Jili
Ren
Highest telephone service achieved on continental divide route
Engineers working for the Afountain Sal Telephone and Telegraph Co. claim to have built the world’s highest telephone service section crossing Argentina Pass at 14,200 feet on the Denver Leadville line. The 6.5 mile span near the Georgetown Loop cost about eight times normal, replacing ground twisted wires and a submarine cable.
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Afountain Sal Telephone and Yelegraph
Dany
I Bell
Denver-Leadville
Argenting Pass
Vie Pass
Georgatown Loop
Denver
Tx Penditure
Win
Georgetown
Vonsiais
Letters to The Light from Readers Ignored
An unclear communication states that letters intended for publication must be signed by The Light and not anonymous messages may be paid attention to. It warns that unsigned letters may be rejected and that publication does not imply policy endorsement by The Light's publisher.
Director Elits 15 Cratified at San Antonio Symphony Concert
Director Fulien Paul Blitz issues thanks for last night's San Antonio Symphony concert report. He notes the favorable reception from critics and Tuesday Charna ladies, expecting the piece to encourage both organizations.
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Fulien Paul Blitz
San Antonio
Civilians and soldiers clash over street life in San Antonio
Nerbert Ward of Camp Stanley argues for social harmony as soldiers stationed in San Antonio face harassment from vice squads. He urges business leaders to allow soldiers to court openly, proposing a civic slogan that presumes decency until proven otherwise and notes the economic impact of soldiers’ spending while seeking fewer moral confrontations.
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W. Lester
Atay
Su Anta
Pia
San Antonio
Covent
Trevont
Nerbert
Ward
Batt
Camp Stanley
Leon Springs
SUGHESTS STREET RELORMS. To the Editor
The writer urges city laws to curb street use affecting congestion on central streets. He argues regulations should calm traffic without unduly harming land use or pleasure, noting the need for balancing order with common good and expressing concern about overreach becoming burdensome.
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Stoutel
Streetcar congestion reform for Houston proposal
A local letter urges removing traffic blocks by adopting central track lines or overhead streetcars in Houston. It proposes three options including centerline tracks on major streets with frequent service, overhead systems, or underground passages, arguing residents prefer streetcars and lawmakers should regulate to allow more space for them.
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la Sligia
Houston
Alaino
Commerce
Flores Street
Firest Car Company
Tolne
San
Making a Movie of General Pershing
A war photographer recalls filming General Pershing at Fort Bliss. At first Pershing denies camera access, ordering the officer in charge to stop further shots. The general then softens, invites the filming, and offers to supply costumes and props for a better portrait. The photographer captures Pershing’s amiable side amid official tension and park celebrations.
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Pershing
Paso
General Pershing
Fort Bliex
Apel
Sgeneral Pershing
Vox
Tam
Geture
Presiite
California
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