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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1918
Page
3
A July telegram in The Signr attacks James L. Slayden for voting against key preparedness measures in the Sixty fourth Congress. The article extols the National Security League and its leaders Elihu Root and Alton B Parker as patriotic figures guiding the nation’s wartime stance.
The organization branded as a nonpartisan patriotic body condemns James L. Stayden for voting against key preparedness and war measures in the Sixty-fourth Congress. The group asserts his record shows opposition to important national security measures.
A New York alderman proposes an ordinance to bar theater ticket speculation, targeting brokers who raise prices amid wartime demand. Florenz Ziegfeld Jr. faces allegations of past price boosts, while brokers and managers allegedly profit from inflated shows. Broadway buzz and fears of a broader probe color the debate.
The article argues unpreparedness and slipshod planning hurt American firms racing to build concrete ships. It cites war needs, earlier ship type debates, and the scramble to begin steel and wooden vessel construction while concrete ship experiments faced setbacks and misfortune for government and industry alike.
The Shipping Board forbids private concrete ships except barges under 1000 tons, affecting five small yards under government contracts. The move hinges on engine and boiler shortages, prompting questions about the Emergency Fleet Corporation’s capacity and priorities, and whether concrete ships can meet urgent needs.
The Buffalo Knvalier notes the Socialist party losing leaders unwilling to be an agent of Kaiserism in America and gaining recruits only from elements drawn to subversive support of Kaiserism, framing the movement as betraying national interests.
Letters intended for publication must be signed by the writer and real names will not be published for anonymous communications. The editors reserve the right to decline letters and publication does not imply endorsement of the letter’s policy.
A reader letter denounces women labeled Hobbyettes for steering political choices amid wartime duty. It questions the existence of governor candidate James Ferguson, calls the Hobbyettes’ endorsements meddling, and asserts Texas women can vote and think for themselves without outside influence.
Washington report notes department heads and assistants face high expenses and profiteering claims. War work draws women to offices but retention remains poor due to rising costs and fewer comforts. Observation quotes that some profiteering schemes hinder the Army of workers. Also included are brief notes on a Winthrop Center grandfather clock and a nine year old boy earning via thrift stamps.
Modesto Escobar, head of a four member family, ended up in the army due to mistaken identity with Francisco Escobar. After an investigation, he was assigned to duties with Company 2 coal at Camp Travis and decided to stay to ensure his wife and children receive a combined monthly allowance of $57 from government aid and his pay.
Karnes City Texas July 12 P Barrett congress candidate spoke to a large crowd at the courthouse Wednesday afternoon. The event drew unusual attention as business paused so all could hear him and many attendees proclaimed Barrett converts. Funeral of Mrs Wroe Held in Austin Texas July 2 The funeral for Mrs Av Wroe occurred at the family residence and she is buried in Oakwood Cemetery. Mrs Wroe, wife of HH A Wroe vice president of the American National Junk, died suddenly at Physicians & Surgeons Hospital. She leaves a husband a son Fd Rhodes Wroe and a daughter Jane Whaabeth Wroe plus four sisters and a brother J P White Roswell NM.
Judge Adrian Wool of El Paso negotiated site for state education board to issue 80000 road bonds. The move finances the last link in the Fort Worth El Paso highway, with all counties now funded to begin construction.
Review of this week’s Majestic lineup features the Wandering Violinist and the Princess Lavater hour, with Zara Carmen Trio and Kinkaid Jssls performing. A feature film, Lend Me Your Name, stars old Lockwood amid elaborate scenes and humorous situations.
Eva Vanguay headlines The Wild Girl at the Grand today playing Virefly the wild girl raised as a boy after her father dies. She learns of her Virginia estate and encounters her uncle, driving a dramatic love story amid thrilling episodes.
A visitor praises Alaska women for beauty and health. The Anchorage Times writes they enjoy pure air clean water exercise and active community involvement. They are cosmopolitan well informed and carry a confident cordial manner with a direct gaze and firm handshake.
A collage of nods and jibes from Texas newspapers reflects on politics, war, and society. Writers push voting rights for mothers, grain and fuel anxieties, and inflation, while editors applaud soldiers and caution on censorship and open debate.
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