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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 18, 1918

Page

2

Lenine Rial Facing Many New Problems

A fragmented report describes the crisis surrounding Lenine Rial and the Bolshevik government amid unrest. It notes delegates in the Constituent Assembly, German negotiations, and Bolshevik pressure on territories including Poland and Lithuania, with clashes and evacuations reported near Odessa and Poltava as signals of mounting upheaval.

Lenine Rial Jennie Will Poland Courlad Lithuania Ebouty Uiatsky Vasil Pennyty Clermans Tornign Lratssy Jorest Renter Loving Ile Bing Bay Talsheviki Guyiava Odessa Sid Poltava Irkutsk Siberia Autelplicudn Petrograd Inj Petrograd

Lenine and Trotsky At Odds Over Policy In Petrograd

Petrograd notes report growing tensions between Premier Lenine and Trotsky as Trotsky pursues independent foreign policy moves and Lenine contemplates resigning to test confidence at the Congress of Workmen and Soldiers Deputies.

Simcknolm, Sau Lenine Trotsky Petrograd Thelsingtors Muvurstadsbladet Lening Tugsiai Toin Congress of Workmen's and Soldiers Delor Catee

Assembly Deliberations Obscured by Turmoil in Petrograd

In London on March 18 a Daily News dispatch reports growing unrest in Petrograd as the assembly convenes spark fresh strains. Workers face hunger while officials and police struggle to maintain order amid shortages and rumors of strikes.

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Opposition leader renamed for clash at Unerigay

Reported movement in government rents ongoing conflicts between opposing factions. Kornlett, a faction leader, is rumored to be wounded in fighting with Bolsheviki near Unerigay. Commissary M Broughy to issue decree regulating foreign trade as pressure committees operate in various countries.

Atvikere Kornlett Chnerth Kormlett Ims Bolsheviki M. Broughy Qial Oporta Russia

Irish Convention in Recess as Talks Seek Breakthrough

The Irish convention adjourned until next Tuesday amid pressure to resolve the impasse on promised reforms. Dublin observers report the pause brings fresh hope that a path to agreement can be found before Wednesday, with hopes high for a decisive settlement.

Lennon Valle Sam Antonie Lele Phiadelphia Peblle Ledger Longsughi Eke Publig Dodger London Din Times Dublin College Green Trinity College Green Nowy Wenesday

Senate committee pushes bill for a munitions chief

A Senate committee urged a bill to create a director of munition supply with presidential appointment and cabinet authority. The proposal envisions control of procurement, distribution, and war materiel oversight across government agencies, with a focus on unified direction during wartime.

Senate Wash Larrea Monte Honk Plecides Iing Momhure Riport Benate Henatar Mitehenek Baker Billy Witmaley Galindbaura

Wilson Ends Plant Operations to Aid War Effort

President Wilson and Dr. Garfield ordered closure of factories to conserve materials for American troops abroad, prompting protests from business groups and organized labor. Officials split on the move as demand for food and supplies rises with allies, while production capacity is temporarily reduced to aid the war.

Wilsaus Garfield Wilson Br. Gurltield Bukter Daidels Mai Gaetib White House Congress Javor Saivel Goiupers American Federation of Labor Garfield Caid

New York Faces Five Day Industrial Suspension

New York entered a five day industrial suspension amid confusion over coal conservation orders. Albert Wiggin, state administrator, could not confirm who would enforce them as merchants and industrial groups protested. The stock market moved to open with caution as retailers and firms prepared for the impact of the decree.

New Youk New Yorke Hecusa Duck Albert Wiggin Pho Washington New York Stock Exchange Isi Teast New

Missouri orders curfew and business closures amid heat wave

The Missouri regime imposes a curfew from 7 pm to 10 am and bans most amusements, theaters, restaurants, and nonessential retail. only out-of-town workers and limited grocery and meat markets operate within strict hours. Office buildings, signs, and delivery rules enforce the restrictions to curb demand and conserve resources.

Fuel Administration issues broad wartime fuel regulation

The United States Fuel Administrator issues an executive order governing fuel supply for national security. It outlines prioritized allocations to railroads, domestic consumers, utilities, and essential industries, plus daily restrictions on fuel use for manufacturers and certain services through March 1918.

Washington United States Corti United Shirer Varlona Milanhetury Inc Multufacturera of Banksy Trust Businexy

Syrup of Figs for Children Warning Ad Text

Ad copy warns parents about a counterfeit "California Syrup of Figs" from My Burn Company. Claims product cures feverish children, warns against fake labels, and emphasizes domestic manufacture with hazardous language and garbled directions. The piece repeats cautions on dosage and ailments, urging vigilance to avoid unsafe imitation remedies.

Wigan Howala Tongie Eld California

Baldwin Locomotive Works Ordered to Close Amid Fuel Dispute

Philadelphia January 18 Baldwin Locomotive Works with about 20000 workers faces forced shutdown after William Potter Pennsylvania Fuel Administrator demands full compliance with a five day layoff order. The company and indust rial leaders threaten closures if orders are not obeyed.

Philadelphia Baldwin Locomotive Works Fuel Administration William Potter Pennsylvania Alba Bo Juhnewe Indwetey John—sow Bag Potter Pokton Orter

Chicago Heat Blasts Halt Industry and Power

In Chicago the third severe cold snap in two weeks forced widespread disruption as temperatures plunged to 26 below in suburbs and five below in the city. Officials report millions idle, with coal rationing and production halts across plants. National Fuel Administration orders trigger large wage losses and withheld deliveries, while telegraph and other services struggle amid record cold.

Chicago Tan Garfield Suburab Saridanartitgat Walt Garfield Hag Cristy National Fuel Administration Lote Ente

Cabrera Receives Visit Amid Regional Talks

Officials report Cabrera diary notes a planned regional tour through Uruguay and Peru after a holiday break since December 28. The delegation’s aim is to discuss American republics and potential further visits to other countries as part of diplomatic outreach.

OS Aires Alton Seth Aiiverien Uruguay Peru

Air Fights by Americans Highlighted by Balsley

Balsley recounts American air engagements with Colonel Chic and Captain Chitty present at a military gathering. He lauds organized public support, discipline, and wartime efforts while noting social events including songs and a morning toast. The London market report notes a sharp drop with shops closing.

Chic W. D. Chitty Iy Af de Bren Antonin Amesien Ahuult Bulge Cntonel Nitty Titsas Tims Mike Seany Wolly Field Yin Bento Rou Majentie Theater McKenejo Moorning

London Times Calls Food Distribution Reform Urgent

The London Times argues for immediate changes in food distribution citing worsening weather and lines for essentials. It highlights public frustration, enduring queues, and reports of hoarding and profiteering while urging frank action from authorities.

London Times Londin Jese 1 Englad London Qy Penn Food Department

Fragmentary OCR item on miners and additions

The readable lines describe a general committee inviting 25 000 miners for additional equipment and hard coal needs. The text is heavily garbled with missing names and places, but implies a request linked to worker recruitment and resource expansion amid wartime or industrial effort.

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