Poland and Germany Promise and Betrayal in War Commentary
The piece argues that German pledges cannot be trusted in peace talks, citing the Belgian episode and Germany's arbitrary actions. It claims Germany proclaimed Poland anew, used Poles in a sham struggle, then ceded Ukrainian lands, framing Poles as lifelong enemies and Germany as breaking promises for gain.
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Germany
Austria
Poland
Russia
Toles
Ukrainie
Voland
Ukraine
Egg Power Sermon Links War, Diet and Poultry Gains
A humorous sermon on eggs as a versatile weapon and antidote to tragedy argues for home poultry as a practical wartime measure. It touts eggs as a premier food alongside milk, urging Americans to raise poultry to boost production and conserve resources amid shortages.
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Berlin
Efficient City Poultry Tips for Home Hens
Practical guidance for city and rural households on keeping hens. Emphasizes small space, proper breed selection, and avoiding waste by using damaged grain for feed. Encourages daily egg production as a personal contribution to national food goals. Highlights praise for individuals contributing to feeding the nation.
Germany's War Outlook Pressed as Allies Hold Line
An Associated Press dispatch from Europe reports German prisoners claim readiness for a major attack aided by heavy artillery and a new gas. They doubt the plan will succeed as Allied lines grow stronger, and warn of Germany’s weakened morale and dwindling supplies as American involvement looms.
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Associated Press
Europe
Twe Lier
the Marne
Verdun
Marne
America
France
Paris
English
Calais
Germany
German shift of troops from east to west hinted
Amsterdam Times correspondent suggests Germany may already transfer personnel and artillery from the eastern front to aid on the western front. The claim challenges the belief that crushing Russia would force a large redeployment.
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Amsterdam
London Times
Russia
Germany
Aise
Tomato Lessons And War Time Parlor Talk
A wartime column notes how parlors in many homes resemble No Man's Land as men go to war. A lecturer argues tomato is a fruit not a vegetable and a tomato worm is misnamed as a worm. It also mocks a political theory where voters elect a governor but legislators drop charges.
Helps Out Profanity Interdicted by Military Order
The Cleveland Plain Dealer notes a military order restricting profanity as a training aid though many soldiers feel they cannot fight effectively unless they are driven to anger by cussing. The piece reflects on discipline versus battlefield morale.
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Cleveland Plain Dealer
San Antonio's Reputation and Bitter Hour Reflections
A jumbled note mixes a San Antonio travel tease about marriage legality and room safety with a literary excerpt titled The Bitter Hour. The piece mentions a hotel stopover, license possession, and unlocking rooms, paired with reflections on bitterness and spring imagery. No clear news event or cohesive report emerges.
Letters to The Light Alt signed for publication
Letters to The Light Alt must be signed for publication and the writer name will be published unless noted otherwise. Anonymous communications receive no attention and typewritten or stamped signatures are deemed anonymous. Publication of a letter does not imply publisher endorsement of its policy.
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The
Light
Pennsylvania and coal output in 1917 debated
A letter questions whether Pennsylvania produced more coal than other states. Official figures suggest Pennsylvania led in value and anthracite share, with soft coal totals forming a large part of the state’s 1917 output. Estimates are close but not exact, possible via the United States Geological Survey.
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Pennsylvania
Sam Houston
United States
Defending Kultur and a High School Debate
A reader replies to a February 10 letter arguing why German should be taught in public schools. He questions a student’s stance and cites atrocities to condemn such views. The letter also mentions concerns about liquor elimination to aid the boys and notes Leo’s view of a minister’s duties to preach and tend to spiritual needs.
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United States
Iigh
Central
Africa
Tawnas
Hele Ture
Vditar
Leo
Prohibition Debate Sparks Civic Friction and Gender Roles
A reader letter denounces prohibitionists for overreach arguing the move harms employment and city governance. It questions women’s public roles, suggests mothers should focus on home, and accuses reformers of opportunism disguised as patriotism while lamenting social changes.
Denishol Act Leads Week at Majestic Theatre
Truth St Denis, famed for her talent and tireless work, headlines the Majestic this week with four of her best known acts. The program also features Charlie Soward Wag Company in Mangh skit Cured Joe Towle the nut imonologist and the comedy Our Family plus other acts. The show promises stronger entertainment than usual with vaudeville and novelty dances from Mack and Williams.
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Rind St. Denis
Majestic
Truth St. Denis
Majestic Theater
Will
Charlie Soward
Vaudeville and films headline at Grant Grand Opera House
The program features Marth Out mu and company with Perchut j as accordionist, James Cook and Jack Lorenz as “the two millionaires” duo, The Wolloways acrobats, and Vicki Dawn in The Winding Trail. The Grand opens tonight with Henry W. Savage’s wonderplay and Paula Shay as Everywoman, plus a political piece To Save One Girl by Paul Armstrong and Clover Leaf Trio Harvest of Man and Melody. The Bird of Paradise plays next week at Grand Opera House with Miss Celite Scudder in the title role.
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Phillet
Marth
Ywoman
Grant
Crywoman
Henry W. Savage
Grand Opera House
Paula Shay
Percy Parsons
Melville Anderson
Tove
Paul Armstrong
Princess Theater
Clover Leaf
Ray
Emma Dean
Marmain Sisters
Zeppelin
Thomas H. Ince
Bird of Paradise
Hawaii
Richard Walton
Tully
Oliver Mooresco
Celite Scudder
Luang
Mary Pickford at Empire in Little Princess on screen
Mary Pickford stars in a film version of Frances Hodgson Burnett s story The Little Princess shown at the Empire today. The plot centers on Sara Crewe at Miss Minchin s Select School with vivid characters such as Amelia Lavinia and the Baby Beck the slavey and Crewe horses.
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Mary Pickford
Tsupire
Nie
London
Empire Theater
Frances Hodgson Burnett
Sara Crewe
Miss Minchin
Miss Pickford
Amelia
Sattle
Lavinia
Snob
Baby
Beck
Crewe Horses
Run Ney Elis
Flexible headlines collide in a flood of scattered notes
A jumble of notices and snippets from multiple papers mentions deaths such as George Washington in Kyle, Texas, and a pig club visit by County Agent Beasley in Comfort. It rails at rail nationalization, reports foreign pay raises for policemen in Tokyo, and notes odd market remarks on hens and sassafras liquor while urging readers to register aliens and await political shifts.
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Eagle Pass
George Washington
Kyle
Tesus
Setae
Verguson
Forum
Legislative Investigating Committee
Guadalupe Gazette
Waco -Times- Vierald
Jones
Beasley
Comfort News
War Department
Denisor Jierald
Baker
Chamberlain
Iifichcock
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van Cello
Burke
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Gebek
Llouston Post
Yorktown
Paryuster
West
Tokio
Dallas News
Ake
Brownwood -Bulletin
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Galveston
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Beaumont Journal
BY Briggs
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