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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 12, 1918

Page

7

Russia rejects peace with Germany says no treaty

London dispatch reports a German source claiming Russia intends no peace with German and central powers. It states demobilization on all fronts and possible negotiations but Russia refuses to sign a treaty granting terms of communication or alliance.

London Velen Russia Nassid Germany Austria Hungaty Turkey Birger Huye Unasian Asin

War Sendoff Plans Unclear as US Faces German Force Shift

Fragmented dispatch reports discuss German strength on the Western Front and potential American troop deployments. Officials weigh if German reserves will alter the balance while Russia turmoil and Bolshevik influence shape Allied risk assessments.

German Army May Surge Into Russia, Warns Allied News

A wartime dispatch reports Germany could mobilize up to 4,000,000 troops including 7 divisions of fighters and large Austrian forces to strike into Russia and threaten Allied positions. It warns of a sweeping offensive, potential German occupation of western fronts, and a decisive shift in the European war balance.

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Young Aviator Nets Two Enemy Planes in One Day

The youngest Allied aviator, barely 17, reportedly downed two German aircraft in a single day. Son of a Neer resident living near Westbury, the aviator is celebrated by his father Captain Mitchcock and local club members as he nears ace status in the American Aviation Dome.

Baryoral Thomas Witencurn Westbury L. 1 We Bldvet Neer Mitchcock Cieee-firths Mont Lox Aettan Hontai

Wilson seeks Republican aid in new war measures

A draft note details President Wilson's plan to confer with Republican leaders to push war measures through Congress. The aim is to consolidate executive departments and agencies, with Democrats and Republicans split over the approach. Conference seeks compromise to advance policy amid partisan tempers.

Wilson

Fragmented Weather Item About Bombed Ratird

Weather note is garbled and unreadable with missing details. The readable parts reference a weather forecast or event but lack names, places, dates, or outcomes to form a coherent record.

Weather North America Report With Mixed Temperatures

Fragmented note shows temperature data across multiple cities with forecasts and extremes. Mentions clear conditions, wind and hourly readings, and references to upcoming day temperatures and possible variability across regions. Contains incomplete city names and OCR errors but conveys general weather summary.

Diplomacy Of New School 10 Bring Peace

An analysis of new style diplomatic talks during wartime, comparing public negotiations led by diplomats with traditional methods. The piece cites President Wilson and Count von Hertling, noting a shift toward open diplomacy and the global forum’s role in shaping terms of the conflict.

Diplomacy of New School Washington, D.C Warrlig Wilson Congress America Kent

Kaiser signals cautious peace offer in Hamburg address

Fragmentary German dispatch from Amsterdam dated February 14 reports Emperor William replying to an address from Hamburg. He pledges to seek peace with the Allies, urges mutual concessions, and asserts Germany’s aim to end the war while preserving honor and pursuing a favorable settlement.

Amsterdam Germany William Burgamass Hamburg Thedora Jonger

Braman Do Not Maron Treaty With Abrabig Rendyed Watrant

A garbled report links Braman with stalled treaty efforts involving Abrabig and a warning about water rights. The article mentions the San Anvonie blgie and PIs, with references to The Public Ledger Co and AMBP RIRIDAM, all amid a confused geopolitical panorama and mentions of Ukraine.

Jamin Vimen Reever Spek San Anvonie Leilaet Dipbrigh Hy Public Ledger Co Ambp Riridam Rot 1 Hnisies Une Gymee Leetéetvelit Ukraine Vorwaerts

Unclear Court Session Delayed Amid Conflicting Testimony

Fragmentary OCR notes from a European trial describe defendants including a German named figures and a judge delaying the full hearing. One defendant claimed sole responsibility for offenses, while court officials discussed procedural questions and postponed the trial amid uncertain progress.

New Regulation Orders Hen Kilning Roosters Across Nation

Government food administration announces a sweeping policy limiting poultry handling. The plan imposes penalties and restricts shipments, with tasks assigned to state officials and watchdogs to enforce compliance through a stated period. The measure targets hens and roosters, outlining storage, sale, and transport controls. The notice lists enforcement dates and potential punishments for noncompliance.

Balloons and Airships Hover Over City Sky

In a clear morning over the western city, balloons drifted free and captive while a plane hovered. Traffic and center crowds gathered as balloon displays attracted residents. Early dawn activities and new air ventures kicked off a day of mild weather and public interest.

Lee Enstern Ind Vital Les Tra Ban Antonis Tyeshy Kelly

Chaos on the Northern Front Amidhee and River Lines

Fragmentary report describes intense fighting along a river valley with unreliable lines and repeated assaults. References to positions near Pleven, Dorcely, and the Brenta River hint at sour battles, while names and places remain unclear due to damaged OCR.

Lho Brenta Danad Gersaghier

Famous bronze horses removed from St Jinks in Venice

The famous bronze horses once at St Jinks in Venice were moved after Constantine’s era. Reported actions trace their transfer to Paris and later to Vienna under various rulers, then to Austria, reflecting emblematic shifts of power across empires.

Lusvinnany W Hong Lehrer Fsa Wenltier Rardewater Fevoneaiy Uity Cid Anya MLL Reimaler Lee Aurora Aura Pv bin Condivuba Arg Teeny Lawrentebnarg Jinks Venice

Burleson to Launch Aerial Mail Routes This Summer

Glone Avin reports a new battle expected as Burleson plans aerial mail routes during the summer. The piece describes fighters, fugitives, and defense officials, detailing routes, load limits, and proposed milestones amid wartime measures and countermeasures.

Burleson

MISS STINSON HOME MISS STINSON HOME MISSED TEXT

Katherine Stag known as Miss Stinson is noted for local achievements and a Heat Work sale for ERAN gowns. The report mentions travel from Ban Vinge to San Kronelace and a return as part of her activities. A planned stint as engineer at Hehe Stimmnn is noted, with south city work indicated.

Katherine Anta Wadhys Miss Blinsen Ely

Lost British destroyer Boxer sunk in English Channel

A damaged report states the British destroyer Boxer, a 200 foot long vessel with a crew of 40 officers and men, was sunk in the English Channel during night combat. The ship carried one deck gun and five machine guns and could travel about twenty knots before destruction.

English Channel London Boxer

Littell on Stand Arlington Army Camps Inquiry

Testimony before the Senate committees reveals allegations about wartime cantonments. General Littell and aides testified that contracts overran budgets, with claims of excessive wages and inflated project costs.

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King George warns Parliament on war aims in critical stage

King's opening speech from Lonnhon reports that the war has reached a critical stage demanding more vigor and unified effort. He calls for restitution and a just peace, criticizes German actions, and signals potential opposition moves on war cabinet powers and Allied strategy.

Lonnhon Parlement George Germain Keering Wien Damintane Jongert Aimes Ceres Ureisan Atadhe Prince of Wales Qunte Spegel Supreme War Emitvell Maertlane Formec Pramier Asquith War Council Lloyd Georges Counel Dee Tate

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