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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1931
Page
21
A glancing wartime summary notes that about 1 9 0 000 men served at home and in Europe, with 24 in France and England. It cites divisions in reserve and front lines, totals for combat troops and service roles, and a grand total of 458 224 personnel including sick and detached elements.
The diary entry from Chaumeni on May 14 describes inspecting the Breond division near Verdon as it moves to training areas. It notes about 25,000 troops, 40 carloads of clothing and gear, and limited remaining damaged matériel.
A fragmentary report notes praise from Blondiat General Plondist for a trooye unit and contrasts French and American views on training. It mentions differing language and temperaments, calls for independent American training, and references a president disturbed by official representations by French and British ambassadors about the draft.
A sensational old home remedy article touts a Pinez based cough and chest cold treatment. It describes mixing pine extract with sugar to create a soothing, fast acting syrup said to relieve irritation, bronchia issues, and throat symptoms, with emphasis on purity and palatability.
A wartime memo discussion notes that Abbeville endorsed limiting unrestricted troop shipments while urging coordination with General Foch. It covers inter allied aviation, staff rotations, and the push for increased cargo tonnage from American and allied ships to meet urgent needs without inflaming conflicts among allies.
During a tense period fliers reached Front Merowhile with favorable reports from French aviation units. General Foch praised their efforts as the number of French aviation personnel rose. At headquarters one learned the routine of meals and guests, with French and American visitors shaping a lively mix of conversation and wit.
Police raiders from the state's attorney's office seized a cache of dynamite and blasting powder from a derelict barn in Chicago. The stash, believed to be a gang's depot, included multiple explosive charges and fuses, and is tied to recent bombings targeting properties in the city. Detectives recovered about 210 one pound sticks of dynamite and a significant quantity of blasting powder and fuses.
Rites held in Castroville for Mrs. Jungmann, a native of El Mescalate, who died at home of her daughter Mrs. Joe Nanter in South San Angelo. Survived by two daughters, sons and many grandchildren. Burial to follow a wedding in the area. long listed family connections and origins noted from Castroville community.
Chicago Feb 21 Illinois governor Louis Emmerson urged Representative McSwain to relocate West Point Military Academy if Congress approves land expansion bills. He argued a central Illinois site would offer ideal access while Army officials support more acreage to accommodate aviation and long range artillery work.
A special service honoring George Washington's birthday will be held at St Mark's Episcopal Church at 11 a.m. Sunday conducted by the San Antonio de Bexar chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Rector Belle P Crum will preach on The Greatness of Washington. Members of the Colidean of the American Revolution Lone of the American Revolution Alamo chapter D A H Mayor and city commissioners and Eighth Corps official staff are invited.
William Bryan and James Alexander face murder charges in the Christmas Eve death of Wester Coultrane, a soldier. Trial date set before Judge TF S. Anderson in Thirty-seventh District court with 150 men on special venire for each case, disputed which defendant goes first.
In Richmond Indiana on February 21 police and deputies fought to remove Chaude Lewis a 35 year old African American inmate from a solitary confinement coil at the county jail. Officers used a large amount of tear gas bombs during the siege as Lewis faced a shooting charge against Officer Moses Shore.
An odd promotional note promises a free sample pack of Airtex material and a free book. It touts a magic dot device and urges quick action, mentioning old ex relationships and a “new kind of material” with no clear details. The source text is garbled but presents a sensational unsolicited offer.
Several hundred Dine Bocact Manonie lodge and Star chapter members joined in the Washington birthday celebration at Blue Bonnet lodge hall. Maj. Gen. Beaumont Buck spoke on George Washington the Mason. Local entertainers included Jimmie Rodgers and others performing readings, dialogues, and songs with refreshments arranged by members of the sponsoring theater chapter.
The Texsy Military Institute announced a record number of none grade honors in the first semester. Dr W W Bondarant, the superintendent, listed students on the honor roll and those receiving honorable mention, naming numerous individuals by name.
A dated advertisement promotes Monthly Installment shares with San Antonio Building & Loan Association. It touts real estate security and over $9,000,000 in resources, urging readers to invest in their future. Readers are asked to mail a coupon to receive a booklet "Where Dollars Grow" detailing plans.
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