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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 16, 1918

Page

6

New Figure in Siberia Would Rule Country

A provisional Serbian government is proclaimed on the Manchurian border with Horvath as premier. Allies advise withdrawal and a delay in forming a government. The move aims to coordinate with Czecho-Slovaks and other forces to control Trans-Baikal rail routes and connect with Arkutelsk, while Bolshevik power weakens in Western Siberia.

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German Bombers Hit American Red Cross Hospital Kills and Wounds

German aviators dropped bombs on the American Red Cross hospital at Jouy near the Marne. Two enlisted men were killed and nine wounded including Nurse Jane Jeffery. Reports say shells targeted American hospitals, and incendiary bullets struck a sausage near Chateau Thierry as pursuit planes engaged within enemy lines.

Paris Red Cross Jouy Jane Jeffery Marne Marne Front Chateau- Thierry Ines

Italian bayonet charge breaks Austrian advance

Italian troops at Monte Coronno west of Went repelled Austrian movements in two directions. They charged with the bayonet, broke up the Austrian concentration, and forced them back in disorder, taking a subaltern and sixty four men as prisoners.

London Times Servier San Antonio Teedger The Public Ledger Co Daly Monte Coronno Went

Fifteen States Draft Registrants for Training Camp

Washington D C July 10 Fifteen states were urged by Provost Marshal General Crowder to call registrants fit for general mill service to be sent to schools for training. The movement should take place between August 1 and 14. Amsterdam July 16 Captain Reinhard commander of the air squadron of the late Captain Baron von Richthofen was killed during a trial flight. The squadron had claimed 177 aerial victories under Captain Reinhard.

Washington, D.C General Crowder Amsterdam Reinhard Air Salmadron Baron von Riehthofen Tokal Augeizer Jaims

Weather report across major cities with varying conditions

Reports show Tor San Antonio and others with tonight and Wednesday outlooks. Temperatures range from the mid sixties to low seventies with gentle southerly winds and varying cloud cover across St. Louis Chicago New York and Washington.

St. Louis Chicago Last St Hears Ndehest Partis Cfoudy New York Washington, D.i

Allies Elated Over Failure Of Hun

London and Paris praise American efforts as German offensive on the Marne stalls on first day. General Foch reports satisfaction with plans. allies say no key positions have fallen and German losses are heavy. Early signs boost Allied morale though final outcome remains uncertain.

Foch Onion Aturis Marne

London Shows Relief Over Allied Efforts In Early War News

London reports relief at the first day of wartime developments with praise for American troops and Allied defenses. Analysts weigh German aims as observers note possible diversions toward Paris or the coast while editorials express cautious optimism about the outcome.

London Hheims Bonar Law House of Conditions General Fowl Walter Rimmerman Hee House Flinders Paris Mondiy Witnel Fic Aus

Paris Critics Rally Over Early German Setbacks

French military critics hail Monday’s fighting outcomes as a setback for Germany and express cautious satisfaction. Officials note that initial German actions failed to achieve surprise, with analysts calling the early phase a positive sign amid ongoing war reporting.

Paris Wim

Austrian Foreign Minister Seeks Similar Peace Aims

Amsterdam dispatch quotes Baron Burian saying Austria-Hungary sees no difference in peace principles with the belligerents except for certain concessions. He notes Allied demands on Alsace Lorraine Trentino and other territories remain insurmountable and endorses President Wilson's points with caveats. He adds that peace talks could occur with all foes if they seek restitution for past wrongs.

Amsterdam Baron von Taerain Vienma Wilson HLOVE Alsace Lorraine Rus Roummaia

No New Dresses and Hats Prompt Liberty Loan Pledge

A national conference under the Women’s Liberty Loan Committee launched the Fourth Liberty Loan drive with a pledge of thrift. Mrs. Ella Mlage Young and Mrs. Cass Baldwin cited years without new dresses or clothes for children, urging economy to boost the $6 billion fund. Federal and state chairmen attended, underscoring women’s role in the finance effort.

Chiviga United States Women's Liberty Loan Committee Ella Mlage Young W. McAdoo Cass. Baldwin San Francisco Woman's Liberty Loan Koal Virnderliy Mars Guilford Dudley Neastiville Federal Iteserve Florverse Ware St. Louis Georee W Dallas Myre Inherited Mire Atlenta

Ships collide as Oosterdijk sinks near Atlantic port

An Atlantic port report says the Dutch vessel Oosterdijk sank after a collision with the American San Jacinto in North Atlantic waters. Oosterdijk crew were rescued by San Jacinto which limped to port. The Sandacinte’s calls brought several vessels to aid. Oosterdijk, a 8252 gross ton ship built in 1900, is listed among recently requisitioned Dutch ships.

Atlantic Uly Oosterdijk San Jacinto Oosterdik San Daecinte Troth Sandacinte North Atlantic West Hartepool England Vine

German casualties list and war coverage stirs reader debate

A Chicago or US newspaper piece reports casualty tallies and facts from German lists, noting killed in action and wounded, with comments on American involvement and censorship. It cites Marines and Army names, and quotes M ajor Eudlros on American impact while discussing broader Allied strategy and a potential Anglo American peace approach.

Marine Corps Ie Neil Sta Astonia Ad Benejamine Warner Waco Simon D. Barker Rockport Isham A. Smith Roy , McConnagly Mast Bernard John E. Smith London Times Sabie Antonia London Tyrone Mimnehnov Newiste Eudlros Amerenus Germany Armerion Ameries Amerioa England Anerten Wilson Major Barres Favire

Fourth ship launched at Houston from Universal Shipbuilding

The Universal Shipbuilding Company launched its fourth steamship, the Thameas, at the Houston channel with Miss Mary Meredith christening. The Ferris-type ship is part of a 12 ship program, following the Nacogdoches and Base. The Midhind Bridge Company also began its first ship, the Watenaly, as a six ship fleet proceeds with construction with planned launches every two weeks.

Houston Pex Prouston Universal Shipbuilding Company Thameas Mary Meredith Emergency Fleet Corporation Trouston Miss Meredith Charles Ell Universal Saids Nacogdoches Midhind Bridge Company

Assist on Ballots Rule Acknowledged by Attorney General

The attorney general stated ballots may be assisted by eligible persons over age sixty and foreign born naturalized citizens who have resided in the United States since becoming citizens but are unable to read or write. The note clarifies who may assist.

Austin Vex Fe Oy Meir Syria United States

Seminary lease to convert Cheny into hospital for aviation students

Negotiations near completion would convert the Cheny property into a hospital for the School of Military Aeronautics. The Austin based Theological Seminary reportedly agreed due to wartime losses thinning its ranks of professors and students.

Austin

Atlanta Strikes Tie Up City and Interurban Rites

A citywide strike shuts Atlanta and an interurban line as workers protest union expulsions. The walkout halts rail and power traffic while union officials demand arbitration and oppose dismissals for union affiliation. A separate report notes President Wilson signing a wire central resolution to seize war communications.

Mimi Atlanta Wis Witheng Oueo

Foe Continues Assaults as Allied Defenses Hold At Marne

Reports from the Marne front say German attacks from Chateau Thierry to Rheims made limited progress and failed to break through French and American defenses. Paris notes French positions remain strong with several German advances repelled as Allied aviators claim successes against enemy planes.

Marne Chateau Tiherry Rheins di Kerdy Flanders Visve Pershims Mlarne Paris Rhoins Gael Deferise

Prisoners Say Hun Leaders Beaten In Battle

American aviators down Esche Plantes as troops increase prisoner totals on the Marne. Reports stretch along the line say the German offensive largely failed except in minor pockets. German prisoners claim their commanders have been beaten. Americans shoot a German courier pigeon near Chateau Thierry carrying a message from a divisional HQ.

Marne Chateau Thierry

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