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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 10, 1919

Page

3

Open letter from Gerhart Hauptmann condemns Allied plan for German POWs

The German writer denounces Allied intentions to use 800,000 German prisoners of war in France as forced labor. He alleges a planned slavery, compares it to ancient oppression, and accuses the Allies of brutal, inhumane aims while urging memory of German wartime crimes. He questions whether the world will forgive or forget the German actions in France and Belgium.

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Economic laws and the burden of wheat subsidies

The piece argues that attempts to fix a government subsidy for wheat at 2.36 a bushel ignore economic law, risking higher costs to the public and shifting losses to taxpayers. It critiques congressional committees for pursuing impractical guarantees and warns of rising government intrusion into individual rights and market freedoms.

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Fragmentary Ranton Against German Actions and Slavery

A harsh critique condemns German exploitation in Belgium and slavery. The speaker derides hypocrisy in those preaching morality while supporting or tolerating brutal acts, urging accountability for nations and individuals. The passage portrays Germany as responsible for cruelty and calls for rightful justice.

Offsetting Victory and the Threat to Liberty

A historical column argues the United States and its European allies must guard freedom against a rising moral doctrine that threatens human rights. The piece warns that if unchecked this nonviolent creed could mutate into a physical force equal to past tyrannies and calls the public to resist this new menace before it solidifies.

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Tribute Services Remember Theodore Roosevelt in San Antonio

San Antonians gathered at Maln Avenue High School for services honoring Theodore Roosevelt with music by the 165th Depot Brigade Band hymns prayers and addresses. The event recalled Roosevelt’s Rough Riders and his role in the Spanish American War while attendees reflected on his leadership and legacy.

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Commencement Exercises Highlight Mary Avenue High School

Seniors of Mary Avenue Light School mark the graduation season with a commencement ceremony featuring speeches and a band. The event includes a class day luncheon at a local restaurant and a formal capstone ritual. A guest speaker from Washington was announced for the school year, with community officials attending.

Medals For Heroes Of American Army Made In U S Mint

Philadelphia Feb 10 Every medal controlled by the United States is produced at the Philadelphia mint. The War Department orders 22 types of medals with 200 bronze and blue enamel Distingu ished Service Medals ready for shipment to army headquarters. The mint also produces various campaign crosses and military honors for valor and service. After stamping, crosses are cut out and mounted with ribbons. The Paris peace conference approval spurs mint output to meet demand for Mexican service medals and other awards for allied forces.

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The Weeorators at the Majestian Counter

The Weeorators and She Seeorators perform at the Majestian Counter in a fresh style. The act features a drunk character drawn by Reed Ardath and others, with a slapstick tone and varied audience reception.

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Whitell and acts dazzle in refined vaudeville show

A fragmentary review praises Whitell for refined performance and the ensemble for variety. Max Jord and Andrew Mack are noted, with remarks on their stage presence. Georgia Petches and the Witt family appear in scenes alongside Dominique Amores and a tall, expressive partner. Prosper and Mayet close with strong, agile numbers, delivering a distinctive act that captivates the audience.

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Good Comedy at Grand Delights San Antonio Audiences

Film program at the Grand theater features Brett Stand as Steve in The Goat and Wally Arbuckle in The Sheriff. The show drew full Sunday crowds with everyone laughing. The Goat is a slapstick about a man bitten by a “movie bug” who pursues stardom amid comical injuries.

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Honor Dead Leader at Reoxivelt Memorial Event

A memorial service for Noe M. Washer, principal at Main Avenue High School, was held Sunday night in the auditorium. The community honored a leader described as a beacon of American values as tributes from local officials and supporters highlighted his work and legacy.

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Domestic Gadgets and Weather Ironies Spark Casual Notes

A collage of garbled musings touches on cooking, tires, and household hints, with stray lines about a cranking plan, a gouged economy, and a distillery conversion. Names blur into snippets about Europe, Pennsylvania industry, and aging bourbon.

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