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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1919
Page
8
Report of a prowler near Euclid in the evening. Police were alerted as residents described a man seen moving in the area around 10 o clock. No weapon or injury reported.
Fragmented text describes an accident or injury to a local official and a journey for treatment. Mentions Pink Bie as chief deputy county tax collector and a drive to a distant location for medical care. Text is garbled with nonsensical phrases and unreadable names.
A New York Times Special examines European labor flows after the war. Frederic C. Howe in Paris discusses remigration, immigration policy, and the need to regulate movement to Europe and America. He argues France could absorb workers with a careful plan while U.S. safeguards limit unplanned migration.
The article discusses immigration limits and labor strain, noting precautions to prevent excessive emigration. It cites proposals for selective quotas, ship notifications, and delayed conveyance to shore. It frames emigration as primarily an economic issue, arguing freedom of movement will reduce but not stop people seeking better fortunes abroad.
Robert Emmett Day and St Patrick’s Day are set for observance on March 4 with arrangements for a public commemoration at St. Mary’s Auditorium. The planning includes a reception for Bishop Crossaerts, an Irish flag display, and a St Patrick’s parade with a late night program. Local groups including the Ancient Order of Hincuians and Ladies Auxiliary invite participation and Irish community leaders.
A garbled 1919 production brief notes anticipated rises in eggs butter and poultry. It references economic strains, grain outlooks, and protests over rail and transport costs, with mentions of associations and meetings in Texas and Dallas and references to government rail scrip and pricing.
A discussion on whether to mend the Liberty Bell preserves its historic crack and tone. Experts debate if a repair would erase authentic clangs and old imperfections valued by the bell’s legacy, including potential new bells as alternatives.
The Southern Department reports posthumous Congressional Medal of Honor awards to Private David Barkeley of San Antonio and Corporal Foo from the 6th Regiment. The medals, with ribbons, will be presented to next of kin Miss Antonin Barkeley and Mrs. Helle Pruitt at Fort Sam Houston within days.
Debris and salvage crews struggle amid wreckage described in garbled notes. The report mentions cargo losses, a mummy and perishables, and ships damaged as teams work to recover valuable goods from the sea. Names and exact details are unclear due to damaged text.
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