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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 12, 1918

Page

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Lent Services Mark City Churches With War Time Civic Aid

Lenten and penitential services begin in Lent period with daily noon gatherings at the Majestic Theater except Sundays. All Protestant churches join for a patriotic program to provide spiritual aid during wartime. Catholic and Episcopal rites feature Ash Wednesday observances with masses, holy communion and hymns led by Henry Glaeser. The Bishop of the Southwest, Rt. Rev. W. T. Capers, will speak on the Cross.

Luni Leo Ste Henry Glaeser W. T. Capers the Southwest

Lenten Services Schedule Across San Antonio Churches

A list of Ash Wednesday observances and Lenten events across San Antonio churches includes Dr W I Stevens at St Marks Episcopal and Rev J Grosée Jose at San Antonio Methodist, with worship times from dawn masses to evening services. Diocesan events feature bishops and pastors from St Marys to Christ Church, plus youth programs and penitential rites through March.

Texans Form Society in Washington D C

The Texas Society of Wantington was organized in Washington D C with officers including president Miss Mary ks Beanks of Aumrilly and treasurer Bets L Prince of Corsicana. Board members include Clarence Ousley Fort Worth Chester Journey Waces antilis Mortix Shien dat Texarkana and others.

Washington B.C Texas Society of Wantington Tollowings Wehowene Mary Ks Beanks Aumrilly Eeurenarys Bets L. Prince of Corsicana Trensurer Board of Governors Dillus Clarence Ousley Fort Worth Chester Journey Waces Antilis Mortix Shiendat Texarkana Toulride

Red Cross Concert Event Amid Odd Text Confusion

A garbled OCR style notice describes a Red Cross benefit concert with scattered names and dates. The readable fragments mention February events, a possible venue, and unspecified performers, but essential facts are unclear. The item reads like a damaged public notice with many typographical errors and missing details.

Republicans Fail To Agree On National Chairman

St Louis reports Republican leaders on the national committee split over a chairman candidate. John T Adams of Town and Will Hays of Indiana were considered rivals with Adams reportedly set to withdraw under pressure. A controversy involving George W Perkins and other figures fueled tensions as factions pledged votes, delaying a final decision.

ST. Louis Httoris Hewat National Committee Freg Stanley Wichita Fox Kansas Jeeve M. Littleton Tennessee John J. Gore John T.adams Town Will I. Hays Indiam Miskduins Marsh George W. Perkins Adams New England United Staten

Russia Quits But Won’t Sign Treaty Front Page

Fragmented, garbled front page text claims Russia will not sign a treaty and vows to resist without a shot fired. The piece appears to reflect wartime tension and mounting pressure, with references to American morale and determination to defeat the adversary.

Russia

Peace treaty doubts as Ukraine voices remain unheard

Feb 4 dispatches report no public consultation for the peace treaty among the great powers and Ukraine. Officials acknowledge uncertainty about its effectiveness and fear the agreement may not address wartime harms or evacuation plans. German and Russian delegations seek early prisoner repatriation as talks continue.

Pas Tie Conte Okeaine Eire Ukraine Agia Osemany

Offensive on Western Front Drawing Near

A New York World War I dispatch describes renewed German offensives on the Western Front near the Ailette and Vermand sectors, with French and Allied counteractions. It notes German prisoners taken, bombardments, and local offensives around Reims and areas north of the Aisne, while reporting Allied air and artillery activity and strategic positions. The piece also references plans attributed to German leaders and Allied responses as the war intensifies on multiple fronts.

King Issues Warning Note To Parliament

A cryptic UK parliamentary report notes a warning from the king, amid discussion of wartime policy. The text references a looming motion, the prime minister, and royal guidance affecting votes and addresses in the session.

Colonel Wilcox Dead War Service Report Emerges

A wartime casualty listing notes Colonel Wilcox dead and several officers wounded or missing. Names include Private Thavoidl Mobatebey, Myron Thon Mork, and Frank Upton among others, with details on injuries and enlistment locations. The report cites units and origins across Detroit, Brooklyn, Veron, and Wilmington, detailing German captures and missing engineers.

Frank Ad Wilcos Frain Peitras Coloniel National Army Colaityl Military Academy Trait Mirsorel Vylyiate Bilnatey Mendhieks Heaverton Soet Iron Chatterton St Pal Ming Wie Xow Keneairy Saecora Atle Detroit Thavoidl Mobatebey Rolexo England Sebotna Chats Allens Grieve Adi Teeledale Hrooklyn N.Y Ochrlatian A. Apion Veron Wielington D.C THG Frank Upton Pelenten Myron Pinkie York Otte Happy Do Min Dewey Cry Ead Dalit Lally Stolen Boy Miah New York Herbert i Pons Bete de Thige Hioauns Mer Joseph Rags Hox Iniy Snowel We Pattersing Werton Ene Town

Two Food Lectures for Public Schools Schedule

Local education plan outlines two food lectures to be held Wednesday mornings with demonstrations by teachers from Bryckenridge High and other schools. Substitution and quick bread sessions follow. adults and housewives urged to attend, notebooks and pens recommended, demonstrations overseen by Axe Hrama Pirlo and supervising teachers.

Taxis Bryckenridge High Mies Tau Mien Oelock Mary Andrews Tha Chy Ani

Sherman Deplores Carranza Note Of Cheer To Emperor

The note from President Carranza to Kaiser Wilhelm II was publicly criticized by Senator Sherman of Maine. He said he was moved by the exchange of greetings but questioned the implications for U.S. war readiness and the supposed intimate ties between Carranza and Wilhelm. He noted Mexico sold 60 million barrels of oil last year and warned that such relations could affect wartime aims and peace prospects.

Sherman Carranza Washington W. G Carranga Kaiser Wilheli Sheri Repnlitican Mexico

Round Up Campaign Results for Red Cross San Antonio

Sixteen San Antonio business men volunteered to tally Christmas Red Cross membership results across Southwest Texas. The chairmanship of the Red Cross drive was accepted by Id. Boyle with a group of named committee members. The report aims to clear funds and assess district allocations, with development units set for the coming weeks and a planned meeting schedule to finalize regional totals.

THE RED Cross San Antonio Thale Texas Hobie Milan Il Wins Clurplers Antonio Wistrich Id. Boyle D Tonze Mug Cagdimad Charles Solwanwr Wy A. Warrbach Mimer Abbey

Left eye loses Indorien in urban accident at intersection

Report details a midweek auto accident at the corner of Troustan and St Migy n involving QO J Tornandes vehicle at 2919 Wert Commetee Street. The injured pedestrian, a unnamed elderly woman, was removed after a collision. Police cited multiple violations including speeding and careless driving. seventeen arrests noted with fines of seventy five dollars and various license and vehicle infractions recorded.

Indorien Gastella Wikort Troustan J. Tornandes Foxplintl Leconte Abe Weruuk Ally Pleas Dwyer Ohiwee Kaw Agina Uvian Jonnatun & Burnett Reneral Crockett

Shampoo Worth Trying From a Household Ad

A garbled ad text extols a shampoo promising fast drying, cooling relief, and soothing effect for scalp irritation. It claims quick luster and manageable hair, with notes on rinsing results and a light, pleasant feel. Names, dates, or clear product details are missing or obscured.

Cantiras Diendeatt

Obituary notices and funerals span a busy week

A flood of obituaries and funeral notices appear, naming diverse individuals such as a 105yearold, a 18yearold Jefferion Davin Le Mompte, and several others. The items detail interments at various cemeteries, services conducted by multiple undertakers, and family survivors across cities like Germamy, Germant, Germant, Germant, Germant. The notices mention churches, undertakers Ludwig Undertaking Company, Shelleyh orse Uatecalbins company, and Rose Dawn cemetery with multiple services scheduled and addresses in Denver Avenue, Germant, and Schertz Texas.

Baker Shows Secrets Waiting for Senate Review

Secretary Baker testified to the Senate Military Committee on arming logistics for moving millions of American soldiers this year. The session, likely to be held behind closed doors, will probe transport plans and related authorization. James, the general staff, and official observers compiled the report detailing armored fleet and oil needs.

Baker Tadhiy Senate Baker James

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