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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 16, 1918

Page

3

Attitude of Mexico on War Alignments

The piece argues Carranza favors the Allies over Germany but seeks a strategic stance. It warns German propaganda could sway Mexico, urging Mexico to side with the United States to ensure lasting regional prosperity and avoid German influence. It notes domestic factions exploit the crisis while U S interests push for allied alignment.

Carruzza Rio Grande Alliad Carranza Yur Licur Germany Mexico United Staes United States Amariva Mexica Alliande Therouyn Badllys Republic Mesico

High Cost to Officers War Dept Weighs Uniform Sales

From Watlington comes word that the War Department is considering selling uniforms to officers amid wartime costs. The idea follows earlier wartime measures, with some caution on advisability and potential impact on officer attire. Senator Jones of Washington weighs in on the issue.

Fran Watlington Yenater Jones Wwyshaugtue Lute Duis

War Department duty pay and officer uniforms debate

A historical opinion argues officers should receive uniforms and equipment at government cost during war and peacetime, noting current pay often fails to cover related expenses. It contends officers deserve cost-based access to clothing and gear, arguing pay should reflect ability and service rather than merely enabling duty.

War Department Cerusin Commissary Department

Liberty Bond Promises Safe Investment Amid Market Doubts

A garbled but recognizable ad copy urges readers to invest in Liberty Bonds, touting fixed interest rates and par value. It contrasts bond safety with riskier ventures and hints at government backing while warning against speculative schemes.

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Fragmented War Bond Advice From a Cautious Voice

A troubled commentary warns against quick profit in Liberty Bond trading. It argues that long holding protects buyers and the nation, stressing moral harm from indiscriminate selling, risks to cash liquidity, and the need to keep bonds as safe, long term assets amid wartime finance.

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The Knitting Club Parlor Simmered With Gossip

In a cluttered scene at a social gathering, Martin Jameson faces probing questions about proposals and marriages. Friends debate favors, home makeovers, and who might be courted, while Doris Dean and Doris other guests weigh in on romantic entanglements and the party mood.

Mabel Marsh France Hensralta Cirete Sarah Lowe Henrietta Martin Jameson Onrietla Doris Dean Wisiy Lyons Lorid Henristta Tim Cane Ujo Joris Doris Abe Hanis

Puzzle of a shattered match and faded names in wartime prose

A cluttered OCR fragment references a failed confrontation, wartime rhetoric, and stray names like Connik Beretting the report Wind dent ag hain. It hints at a strategic offensive, political figures, and battles with scattered geographical and organizational mentions, but the passage remains garbled and difficult to parse.

Fragmented Mumbled Notes From A Distant Day

A garbled, OCR like excerpt references daily life and politics including shortages, penitentiaries, and war dispatches. It mentions Bolsheviks, Germany, and Allied pledges, with scattered names and places such as Montana Boston Globe Monica California New York. The text is largely unintelligible but hints at social and wartime concerns.

Piison Montana Son Tne Siyyeiine Eam- Malning Abovk Acc Tussia Germany United States Totland Gentemian Louie Joinal Momie Companion Boston Globe Sita Monica California Te Tewu Sity

Vaudeville Week Opens At Majestie With Wide Acts

The Majestie Theatre launches a vaudeville week headlined by the Pantages company and notable acts. Rosal De Mithele, the Richards brothers, and comical routines headline a varied program praised by soldiers and civilians. Emily Stevens stars in a photoplay feature as society nights begin Tuesdays.

de Mithele Brothers Alexander Pantiges Broderick LH Damp Majestie Ban Antonians Travis Mu Jewia Phearer San San Antonianswill Be Welcotive At All Performances By the Danny Pruvis

Attire and Comedy Ad Split Across Local Sideshows

A fragmentary notice from the Princess Theater in Welr ai Dixon hints at Bertie Ward’s standup and a pageant style ad. The garbled text mentions comedian Bertie Ward and a routine or performance connected to an advertising insert in the local section.

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Alaskan Children and Civic Efforts During War Effort

Instruction lists for teachers and community leaders from Superintendent La Worth and the Interior Department urging Native children to learn first aid, promote democracy, join Red Cross efforts, and participate in Liberty Bond drives. It emphasizes organizing women’s clubs, boy scouts, and local projects to benefit Alaska and allied peoples, with a call to public health and tuberculosis awareness.

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