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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 13, 1922

Page

10

Army 15 Facing Annihilation By Lawmakers

Washington report warns Congress plans to cut armed forces may leave the United States with a navy nearly incapable of matching Japan. Navy strength is seen as crucial. President Harding urged restraint while Congress debates reducing enlisted numbers. The article notes the Washington conference set limited ratios and urges maintaining national security.

Robert T. Small Gonyright San Antonio Washington,d. C American Congress Congress Japan Americas Wanis Harding

Washington conference fate of American navy debated

The piece discusses U S naval strength versus Britain and Japan, warning that without adequate ship funding and maintenance the United States may surrender naval parity. It compares counts of ships, officers, and ratings, notes Congress pressure for economy, and cites President Harding and General Pershing on disarmament and army readiness, with implications for future military policy.

TuRing America Britain Japan United States Fingland Sues. Telly Onge Washington Shipa Ion Harding Rnak Ameri Ameriavy Trish Lina Cuwirgld Bettish Cangran Congress Felteur Pershing Xalit Libs Waskinnton Ponimente Hi Vandolly Mirousti Ile Niinehe Valentines Nic Wongy

Crowded Opening at Travis Park Methodist Church

Rev Arthur J Moore delivers first sermon in new auditorium as about 2500 attend morning service at Travis Park Methodist Church in Navarro Street area. Infant baptisms total sixteen. Rev Frank S Quenderson assists. Dr A J Weeks preaches evening sermon. Church seats 2300 and fronts Navarro Street toward St Anthony Hotel.

Travis Park Methodist Church Arthur J. Moore Mrt. Moore Fesne Natisne W Jesus Chesar Morvices Frank Mexican Missione A. J. Weeks Rexan Christian Advocate Lea Due Chere Navarro’ Ateeat St. Anthony Hotel Travis Park United x Rev

Growth and history of the Peava Park church noted

A fragmentary notice mentions Wettle sept and Houston street, noting the church’s 76 year tenure and a ship of action. It hails Peava Park church as one of the largest in the denomination with many famous preachers of Wesleyan doctrine within its walls. The rest warns about cold cures and a branded quinine tablet with a Grove watermark.

Houston Street Weber Acyon Peava Park Anil Daha Wesley

Earth Flat Contention Sparks Debate at Zion Sermon

Zion Tennessee pastor Wilbur Glenn, quoting Heb 44 and preaching Sunday services, argues against modern astronomy and asserts earth is enclosed by a boundary wall and sky vault. He contrasts his view with rival Voliza figures, claiming the Bible supports a flat earth.

Pershing In Chicago Play Caution On Stage

In Chicago on a Saturday Pershing met with John Kelly a local businessman who acted the part of the American commander in a Lincoln Day play. Pershing warned Kelly to be careful about the portrayal and not to harm his reputation during the performance.

Chicago tAeiGen John J. Pershing A. B Pershing Prvice J. ‘Kelly Kelly Geneva Ign Sloren

Spring silks and fabrics on sale in spring shades

Readable listing shows 40-inch all spool silk Crepe de Chine at $1.79 per yard, 6-inch Chiffon Taffeta at $1.59, 36-inch non crash Linen at 98 cents, Japanese Formosa Pongee at $1.00, 40-inch Satin Black Poplin at $1.95, 40-inch white Baronette Satin at $2.49, and 40-inch figured Crepe de Chine at $3.50 per yard, with various colors in stock.

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Exceptional Linen Values In 18xS4-inch Scarfs And More

Linen specials include 18xS4-inch Scarfs with dainty patterns and pure linen centers. Also offered are 64 and 72 inch Dam ash items in heavy yarn, embroidered lunch sets, 80-inch bedspreads, Huck Towels, Turkish bath towels, Pepperell sheets, and Turkish bath items with neat borders and soft nap, all at sale prices.

Charge Tapping Wire Case Shifts to Newark Inquiry

Police report a suspect in a tapping wire ring believed to have connections in Newark and Atlantic City. Four band members were released on bond Saturday while authorities seek more leads and identify others involved. Dallas police say they will continue joint investigations to locate missing funds and stolen money.

Fort Taiderdate Win Web Michaal Hanaignes al Joye Newark Earl Vende Maasage Wan Dallas Max Ehe Meir Ferolvedt Fron Maideau New Jersey

Poisoned Girls Shock Ohio College Scene

A report from Ohio describes multiple poisoning incidents at a women’s college. Several patients show symptoms after meals and were treated as authorities investigate a possible deliberate poisoning.

Wash fabrics and voiles on display in assorted colors

Variety fabrics showcased with prices: 36 inch ratine at 69.8 cents per yard, 45 inch embroidered Swiss organdy in all colors at $1.50 per yard, and 4Q inch Volles with 100 patterns in stripes checks and dots at 35 cents per yard.

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