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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1919
Page
2
Governor Allen defends consistent laws while warning that the nation failed to equip its forces swiftly. A U S correspondent argues Texas should adopt the standard national marking practice to avoid costly blunders and align with allied standards, urging unified policy to bolster postwar efficiency.
San Benito Tex plans a gold star for Salaman Yadrma 18, a mascot of H Company, 26th Infantry, who died of pneumonia in France after three years service. Lieutenant Colonel Robertson recalls the brave boy who served at fifteen and saved his car during a border skirmish.
A muddled OCR fragment shows letters addressed to a publication named The Light. It hints at writers, editors, and policy mentions but remains mostly unreadable with garbled names and phrases. The piece alludes to public guidance and civic discussion without clear events, dates, or individuals.
A reader protests the notion of Mexican equality and birthright citizenship in wartime America. The writer argues Mexicans are white, should have equal privileges, and cites Mexican-American soldiers who have died for the country. The letter condemns xenophobic views and recalls a grim Texas incident as counterpoint.
The Sinn Fein expresses disappointment over not reaching President Wilson before the peace conference. correspondence from Irish leaders and clergy shows mixed views on Wilsons self determination stance. Dublin officials including John T. O’Kelly press for Ireland’s admission to the peace talks while awaiting replies.
Senator Harry Hertzberg rebukes bid for a new county court to seize criminal business from the Thirty-seventh District Court. He argues the plan, backed by Thomas Franklin and D. A. McAskill, would impose 30000 for an unnecessary court and target Judge Andersone. Hertzberg asserts voters oppose disrupting the bench and warns of gubernatorial appointment motives.
Kansas Governor Allen told a congressional committee that U S war pre parations failed except for sheer manpower. He argued the nation had plenty of personnel but insufficient other resources to meet wartime demands. He criticized overall readiness and management of wartime needs.
The Legislature faces a bill to require conspicuous net weight markings on all packaged goods sold in Texas, spanning food and nonfood items. The measure would force dual marking for state and interstate trade, disrupt national markets, raise costs for manufacturers, and risk cutting Texas off from suppliers in Kansas City and Chicago. The proposal echoes a New York standard but would complicate modern distribution and hurt consumers.
The article outlines President Wilson’s plan to push the League of Nations at home after Europe, using a Pied Piper analogy. It notes Republican opposition in Congress, Taft’s backing, and staged speeches beginning in Boston then key senators’ homes to rally constituents for ratification.
Readable bits touch on school life and chores, humor about gum chewers and dishes, a line alluding to war and Germany, and scattered ditty phrases. The piece blends social scenes with abrupt, stray references and archaic spelling, forming a collage of 1920s era newspaper fragments.
A Friday morning ceremony at Main Avenue High School demobilized the school’s gold stars. The program opened with Star Spangled Banner, songs by Daril Griffin, and a George Washington tribute by Principal Howard. Senior Sim Kelley spoke on Washington’s address at the Constitution’s ratification, followed by a junior honor roll chorus and performances by the high school orchestra. Thirty seven graduates received new gold stars. the event included a salute to veterans and a flag ceremony.
The Majestic theater marks a strong close to its Dill engagement with excellent acts and popular performers. The program features Waiting for Hoe a clever farce by Tarlo and Laura Pierpont plus Laughable absurdity by DL Browdel and Flo Bert. The Shirley Sisters introduce novelty numbers and dancing while Flying Heness performs bold military stunts to reveal skill and humor.
A noisy program runs at the Grand featuring Arwnete in the Peete rebey with a photopley display and lively singing along the slips. Performers include Thonax Hyli’s jockey group and a varied cast led by A Raniney Mullican with Park Bennett and others, offering a crowded evening of music and spectacle.
Residents report a motor truck pull on Kentucky Avenue where five trucks and related equipment attempted to move an empty vehicle. Government officials observed the event and noted taxation and assessment procedures discussed by Comptroller Terrell. A separate Washington dispatch mentions a policy change allowing travel for certain workers with exemptions.
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