German politics and Wilsons peace terms analyzed
The piece argues Germany’s militarist faction led by Ludendorff and Hindenburg will resist Wilsons proposals, warns of Alsace Lorraine tensions, and discusses law enforcement in San Antonio, urging public support for officials amid wartime duties.
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Wilson
Germany
Russia
von Ludendorff
von Hindenburg
von Laudendorff
Alsace-Lorraine
Gues
France
Algace-Lorraine
Law and public action on gambling in San Antonio
A columnist argues that gambling cannot be eradicated by reformers alone and calls for swifter, more drastic law enforcement. He contends education works slowly and officials must enforce laws without winking at violations to protect the public.
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Sat ‘Antora
United States
San Antonio
Wwnienly
Certai
Who Fixes Food Prices and The War Effort
An editorial argues the need for a government price control mechanism to stabilize food costs for wartime efficiency. It cautions that local merchant committees, lacking formal government power, may bias prices to protect profits, risking unfair distribution of wartime sacrifices.
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Unitedates Food Administration
Merchants urged to avoid profiteering under food admin plan
An editorial condemns using merchant committees to regulate prices, arguing such semi official power threatens anti trust safeguards. It calls for direct federal committee oversight to prevent profiteering amid wartime controls and patriotism concerns.
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Treasuers
Sepistatures
Food Administration
Dags
New1 Fashion Poised to Rob Wardrobe of All Features
A satirical riff on postwar fashion exaggerates a designers plan for cuffless, scanty suits with no buttons and minimal cloth. The piece mocks restrictive styles, with jokes about lapels, seams, and camouflage risks, plus quirky asides on crime, gasping war references, and public notices.
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American Clothing Designers of America
New York
Harry Lauder at Grand Opera House A Bellwether of War Time
Harry Lauder stages at the Grand Opera House delivering songs impersonations and humor from the front. The piece blends nostalgia with wartime sentiment as Lauder’s voice evokes troops and homeland pride, urging charity and humanity through a moving performance.
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Arius
Harry Lawder
Avisele-Wagale
Harry Leider
Waerty
Dees
Murry Lauder
Bence
Highlands
Janust
Hung
Howe
Avery
Vaudeville at Majestic Theatre Spoofs and Song
The Majestic offers a diverse vaudeville bill with The Seven Swans, a fairy tale adaptation featuring Miss Clark and a strong cast, plus Gibson Girls, dance acts, and a comedy skating routine. Other highlights include comedy by J. C. Mack & Co and a feature film The Secret Game, with Salvation Sale drama and Four Roses musical numbers shaping the program through the week.
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Swati
Byigay
Menwuertte Clath
Coney Stunt
Aliss Clark
Colima
Paramoanot
Oyal
Octavin Handforth and Company Ane
Klondike
We Girls
Vert Wheeler
Part
Les
Tirry Breen
Qokwler
Gineer
Improm
Nti
Sand Guhls
Letters to The Light Critique City Telephone Costs
A citizen letters protest the Southwestern Telegraph and Telephone Company statements on expenses and revenue. The writer questions whether the figures reflect actual operating costs and suggests the city government address rising rates and provide fair compensation to workers and families.
Cost of living in 1915 compared to today
A reader cites an itemized 1915 family grocery list and contrasts it with current prices. He notes 48 pounds of flour for 1.80, eggs at 11 cents per dozen, sugar at 40 pounds for 1.00, butter 26 cents a pound, bread 5 cents a loaf, bacon 25 cents a pound, and similar staples, then outlines present costs and a family wage under a harsh comparison.
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Soifor
Ji Wu
Chigen
Oryave
Cnbury
Lee
Wheatless Food Display Draws Public Notice
A San Antonio advisory window at Peck Morrisite Store on Muvarro Street promotes wheatless menus as part of federal aid for housewives. Lectures and demonstrations occur at local venues including the auditorium of the Bank of Commerce on Navarre Street and Benson High School, with talks on wheat and liberty foods drawing crowds of women.
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San Antonio
Mhankey of Commerce
Navarre Street
Dela Ct
Yuri
Benson HS
Tandilé
Morrill
Achnal Abel Windiy
Fannie Xeh
Governor Hobbi Calls Special Election to Fill Vacant Seats
Austin Texas January 1 Governor Hobbi issued a proclamation calling a special election to fill vacancies in the legislature. The move aims to ensure timely representation and action on pending state business.
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Austin
Tex
Hobbi
Hell Webrugry 16
Alia
Hesislatory
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