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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 05, 1917

Page

2

Antonio Light Circulation and Delivery Details Document

A 1917 notice from The San Antonio Light outlines daily and Sunday circulation figures for March, carrier delivery terms, and distribution offices in Chicago Detroit and other locations. It notes average daily circulation near 20,702 and Sunday edition around 22,038 copies, with statements on paid and unpaid circulation and advertising implications.

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Raise more hogs teach Texas farmers to boost hog production

The Federal Department of Agriculture urges Texas farmers to raise more hogs highlighting hogs as versatile meat producers. It notes hogs convert feed efficiently, can be raised year round outdoors, and promise high prices, urging expansion of hog raising for quicker profits.

Federal Department of Agriculture Department Texas Securnz

Manchu Back In Power Shapes China On Turbulent Stage

A chaotic view of China’s fate as the Manchu dynasty resurfaces in Peking under a military-led regime. The boy emperor is on the throne again while Japan and global forces press Beijing. The republic’s collapse is blamed on foreign intrigue and internal politics.

Peking China Japan Lil Louie Yuan Hung Department of Justice

Manchu Rule May Still Endure as Republic Fades

The text contends the Manchu rulers retain power in China while the republic harms itself through internal fear and censors. It notes concessions such as preserving imperial expenses, banning blood princes from politics, abolishing Manchu Chinese caste lines, and allowing intermarriage. Queues may be optional, foreign treaties remain, and the United States is seen as the key financial power amid Japan’s waning leverage.

Ses China Japan United States

Coal Price Controversy Prompts Government Critique

The notice details a 1917 clash over coal pricing with Secretary of the Interior Franklin Lane praising operators for cutting $3.00 a ton after pressure from the Federal Trade Commission. War Secretary Baker denounces the agreement as unlawful and excessive while Navy Secretary Daniels notes open market pricing. Many coal officials are later indicted for price boosting and related abuses.

Franklin Knight Lane Secretary of the Interior Federal ‘Trade Commission Lane Straightway Cual al D Newton D. Baker War Department Josephus, Daniels

Questionable motives cited in coal operators case

This passage voices doubt about leadership and motives in a coal operators dispute. It quotes a federal official calling the operators driven by a wish to avoid prosecution, accusing the Department of Justice of inaction and suggesting the situation is unresolved and confusing for the public.

Department ‘of Justice Thement Anotleigh Lane

Decline of Money and its Purchasing Power in War Time

The piece argues money has fallen in purchasing power worldwide due to war, with currencies like the British pound and German mark devalued. It notes rising prices for goods and says saved money loses value, giving examples from Mexican revolutions and speculation on future monetary stability.

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Deaf Mutes Form Home Guard Units Amid War Efforts

The National Association of Deaf Mutes plans to raise four companies of deaf mutes to serve as home guards. The article notes deaf mute units in Britain France and Germany and praises American war fundraising, including Liberty Loans and Red Cross drives, highlighting broad public patriotism and support.

National Association of Heat Tutes Tins BE. S. Waring St. Paul America Nise Investrest

Adela Gains and Doris's Townhouse Dilemma

Doris navigates gossip and romantic tension in Graybridge as Percival Twinge's visit stirs plans. Ralph Culver pursues Doris while Adele Brockway Keys arrives with a bold ask, and Mrs Brockway-Keys seeks a new Graybridge cottage for a cousin.

Fila Randal Poard Natone Dorks Nig Tese Adele Lin Doris Dots Graybridge Ralph Percival Graybridee Brevester Laura Meeker Laura Ralph Culver Greybridge Ratte Tilling Culver Gond-ny Doria Tia Trine Pitman Aglihemitaly Aewa Garlang and Mitchell Pilaan Piternn Isiy Orl Percival Telage Arilat Dia Graynridge Cottaga Brewster Mle Laura Meekér Laure Meeker Mre Brockway-Keys Til Wien Fosa Adeley Abe Linn Dorie T'fivat Matt Boris Halph Donia Patti Brockwayleys Rendencia Treacher

Coal production and accident figures for 1918 announced

Pennsylvania reports total coal output 266,904,083 tons with bituminous totaling 163,183,814 and anthracite 103,? million. Accidents show 100 fatal and 3416 non fatal in 1918, down from prior year.

Farribgurg Pennsylvania James E. Reterisk

State Highway Commission Faces Delays From Mail Backlog

AUVETIN Tex July 5 The State Highway Commission is tied up as letters flood in with bank drafts and receipts awaiting acknowledgment. About 96 000 letters are unopen and every desk is loaded with mail, as staff reorganizes after a larger clerical push. The night team works to process the backlog.

Auvetin Tex Suney Meewse

Sinn Fein Leader Predicts Irish Republic Within Years

A Sinn Fein figure, recently released from prison, spoke in Ireland and claimed a genuine Irish republic could be achieved within a few years. He warned against delays and urged unity to press the peace conference, noting England would not be favored at the talks.

London Jary Darcel Pigete Sina Feines Enghtia

Average Man Richer Circulation Figures in 1914

An imperfect clipping notes 1914 figures on income and circulation with numbers like 742,000,000 and 3458 and 46.8, but the context is unclear. The item appears to discuss wealth, earnings or circulation metrics without clear attribution or complete data.

The Polish Mie fim production at Theaters Clara Kimball Young

Clara Kimball Young stars in a melodrama presented at Theaters Clara Kimball Young Limpire. The film follows a school teacher who learns of her husband s descent after a near death and a young inventor s schemes. The plot centers on loyalty love and reform amid dramatic turns with the Empire theme and scenes of peril and romance through to a hopeful end.

Clara Kimball Young Limpire Clara Kiemball Young Fim Empire Thang Abe Cni Mise Young Joasrles Bine Biss Texas Aikele San “Antonio

Economic Outlook Boosts Hopes Across Regions

Federal Reserve bulletin notes favorable business conditions with improved crop reports in several regions. Boston reports steady money, St Louis sees active manufacturing, New York notes excellent industrial activity, Philadelphia bank reserves rise, and San Francisco reports increases in deposits and building permits amid strong production.

Washington Liberty Loan Sey Federal Reserve Bulletin Tor Jory Boston Ion St. Louis York Philadelphia Philadelphia Banke Richmond Minneapolis Francisco

Salvador Volcano Erupts Spreading Heat and Smoke

The Salvador volcano has erupted for two days with ash and stones ejecting from the crater and a lake in the center drained by the blast. Nearby towns report tremors and minor damage but public safety warnings say no major destruction yet.

San Salvador Republic of Savador Salvador Wid

French convoy losses and U boat actions reported

The ministry reports June activity showing 81 engagements with enemy submarines by French patrol vessels and seaplanes. Eight battles and shore batteries defended against U boats, twelve merchant vessels sunk by torpedo, two by shell fire, and seven repelled torpedo and shell attacks.

Paris Auarina Hoa

Fourth of July Observances Report Notable Fatalities

Reports from across the nation describe Fourth of July celebrations turning unexpectedly violent with fatali ties and injuries. Early tallies show four deaths and about 54 injuries, marking a notable increase in incidents compared with last year.

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