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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1918
Page
2
The piece argues war bonds soldiers across regions, dissolving local barriers and creating lifelong friendships built under fire. It asserts character is tested in combat, that comrades-in-arms become lifelong allies, and that such bonds form the greatest asset for veterans returning to civilian life.
The Lexas’ Woman’s Democratic League based in Dallas issues a statewide pamphlet urging Texas women to vote. A Dear Sir and Brother letter is signed by M. H. Wolfe, president of the Texas Sunday School Association, as part of the Hobby campaign.
The piece argues that Texas women and men should think for themselves rather than follow partisan appeals. It centers on Governor Ferguson's ouster and whether the Legislature acted legally, noting political manipulation by Hobbyites and urging constitutional integrity over mob sentiment.
In Cook County Illinois a court case recounts a chaotic scene in which sugar and vegetables were used as projectiles during a cafeteria altercation. Thompson and Robertson clash repeatedly spilling food while hoarding a sugar bowl as it flies around, illustrating a bizarre public incident in a large city.
A reader critiques political lobbying in court house and at public offices, comparing it to a Hobby Lobby badge tactic and questioning women's rights and voter influence. The letter recalls historical figures and American politics to argue that lobby activity extends beyond formal channels.
At French Headquarters reports compare the French and German infantry support weapons. German minenwerfers with heavier shells and carriage increased weight, reducing numbers carried. French solution uses lighter guns like the Stokes and foulandeau Deslandre, with shells under one pound and ranges over 600 yards, allowing rapid infantry movement.
Comedy features at the Majestic include Al Shayne with Joe Sully and the Sharrocks in Behind The Grand Stand, a nomadic wit driven act. Kinkaid Kitties perform at the Royal, a Scotch-stevue with Rose Maner and an octet of Celtic musicians. The Princess showcases The Three Lindred Girls in Harmonizing Moments with Nell OConnell and Tom Edwards Company. The week also features Tend Me Your Name at the Majestic and The Folly of a Life of Crime at the Princess.
The Grand shows Yon a Man Reel Red starring Farnum with exciting scenes and high standard performances. Tomorrow The Kaiser Beast of Berlin returns for a week. Thursday Moa Tanguay starred She Wild Girl headlines a three day run. Also noted is Agricultural Bill controversy and Panama relations news with Morales claiming a US aligned new government in Panama after elections.
A garbled collage of editorials and notices from Texas papers mocks war news and daily life. It references Waco dirt, German policy comments, weed-cutting proclamations, shrinking school lunches, and public mood during wartime, with scattered quips about rain, sugar rations, and candy cane syrup.
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