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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1918
Page
3
A garbled note presents unreadable phrases with names and fragments. Core facts and clear subjects are missing, leaving little substantive content to summarize into a coherent news item.
Government officials expect banks to submit deposit figures as part of a nationwide effort to gauge monetary reserves. The Treasury and admin officials will use the data to inform policy ahead of potential financial measures. Reports promise detailed bank balances and holdings, aiding economic planning.
Report describes land acquisition and a major expansion of the Kelly Field flying field north of the Achme road. Officials including Francis Fran and Antonin Chinnor of Commerce discuss removing barriers, extending a railway track, and relocating hangars to enable larger training and aviation activity at Kelly Field, with the aim of making it the nation’s largest air center.
A fragmented report describes a makeshift camp near New Brun tele Ave where a bivouac of the First Fourteenth and Twenty Second Machine Battalions forms a temporary frontier outpost. Soldiers endure cold, tents pitched, and limited supplies as trains and transport move in and out.
A fragmented list of individuals with scattered places and affiliations appears, mentioning Toston Mead, Phin Ane, Anthony the priest in Mauston, and various names like Ay ML, Treen, and Gowler. References to Philadelphia, New York, and Engin suggest a broad geographic weave with unclear actions or outcomes.
Report notes that soldiers must have properly sized footwear, with emphasis on larger feet. Training camps select a test group to demonstrate new boot sizing methods, aiming to reduce fit issues and ensure adequate protection and comfort for service members.
Guests at the New Shanghai Cafe, 427 NL Laredo Street, tasted a Chinese banquet featuring chop suey and varied dishes. Proprietors described the meal as a traditional Chinese cookery demo with explanations of ingredients and methods. A list of attendees or speakers was mentioned, along with the event’s festive setup in a grand dining room.
Report notes a patent remedy called Vaxativa-Hromo Quinine marketed for colds and grip. An account indicates the medicine contains concentrated ox and other chemicals in a Detuxe container. Price increases are expected as manufacturers advertise the cartemon claim.
The Poultry Show opened at 119 West Queen Street under the Poultry Association. Exhibits included fine cock and hen specimens, with prize entries announced. Local judges from the judging committee awarded ribbons and noted international competition.
Community groups schedule meetings and officer elections at several churches schools and clubs across the Prospect Hill and Beacon Hill areas. Miss Ita Scott hosts a food demonstration at Roberts Beacon Hill school at 2 pm Wednesday. Luncheon Club meets at St Anthony Thursday. Various groups plan officer elections and anniversary celebrations with locations including Bowie School and St Marys auditorium. A Pan American Round Table event at Gunter Motel features speakers and a discussion on cooperation among American countries.
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A 16 year old girl, daughter of Mi and 65 year old W. Moseles, was attacked by two youths who cut her hair with scissors then fled. One held her mouth to silence her before the attackers released her. Detectives have not traced the men. Public notice mentions mayoral controversy and Miller’s appointment amid legal challenges in a separate city hearing.
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