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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1921
Page
11
Civilian trainees begin a one month military drill at the city camp. Recruits attend roll call, receive basic instruction, and drill on parade grounds before mess and quarters. Training includes marching, weapon handling, and fitness routines with planned inspections and a culminating talent show.
An article notes Archbishop Khoury and Archbishops in Syria and the United States addressing the Syrian Catholic population in America. It mentions a large Syrian colony in the United States, a reception at A. Fy Dalupoge’s hall, and a dinner honoring Areltbighow Kiwury, with discussions on relocation and church leadership.
Two persons were injured in a Sunday truffle accident on Avenue Ci and Blovent. A motorbike and a car were involved. The operator George W.R. Smith, Kayten Avenue, and others attended the scene. A baby escaped unharmed amid the confusion. Authorities named victims as Synay, Seton, Tar huky, and Kaylan iouia. The incident occurred in the afternoon near KL Trees.
Mrs J Z Guin longtime member of the United Daughters of the Confederacy died at 3 45 Monday at her home 8 South Aldnor street She was born March 7 1807 and moved to San Antonio in 1904 where she lived since She served as past president and held offices in several organizations including the Humane Society and a musical group She survived by four daughters and two sisters Funeral services will be held at 3 pm Thursday at her residence with interment at Cone Bethlehem cemetery The Baynd E Bee Chapter urged members to attend the services The motor vehicle section of the postal service said three officers of the district posts office reported the bureau’s efficiency comparable with other offices
Julian Theta, 17, rode in an automobile driven by Van Weight when a collision occurred in the afternoon at the intersection of North Hackberry Abi Milgiy utrente. Four cars were badly damaged near West Commerce and St Macy's streets, with injuries reported and authorities responding.
Seizure reports indicate federal and county officers seized around 800 quarts of illicit liquor from a hideout in the Wael area near the county line. Twelve individuals were charged with competition-related wrongdoing, with two arrests by Sheriff and others by customs officials. Vehicles tied to the operation were confiscated at Bagby Viney and Hidalgo.
A vintage ad hawks 26 lbs of laundry for 7 dollars with dampwash noted as careful washing. It promises gentle handling, returned garments in a canvas bag, and homeward delivery by a San Antonio route. Several misspellings reflect OCR garble but convey a paid laundry offer and pricing.
F. E. Scobey returned from a five week trip through Washington and Canada with attendance at the National Ward Association meeting in Gauiri. He served as vice president of the association and recalled Abe Beohny as a close personal friend. Police later planned actions on unresolved cases as authorities in Texan areas and Manitoba report ongoing investigations.
Fragmented 1919 era dispatch describes drought and famine in southern Russia and Ukraine, claiming Soviet repression and political maneuvering. It mentions Bolsehviki agitation in Poland, Tehitcherin urging dissolution of anti Bolshevik groups, and Bulgarian-Italian alignment over Thrace as tensions rise in a Europe unsettled by war.
A recent ruling by the Attorney General is cited regarding a postoffice appointment. The decision references prior actions and notes the involvement of officials Wyly An Fitebelnny portettiun ne ywult ay thy Howlion ntitions, with emphasis on the Walidiog Nery LF ruling.
Fragmentary text references postal affairs ruling and county offices. Mentions a port authority or confidential notice and scattered references to smaller offices, general stores, and a naval town, but details are unclear.
Report from the Greek front states Greek troops drive Turkish Nationalists back near Kutaja southeast of Bruin Avia Minar. An encircling movement is claimed as the Greeks press to complete the investment with a south Kutala capture on July 1 of a Turkish division commander.
A crowded Washington hearing before the Prohibition Commissioner examined sacramental wine sales. Church leaders argued churches cannot obtain standard wine from wholesalers, while witnesses from Salvation Army and others testified. A separate accident report noted Mies Britton of Chicago injured in a street crash, with fractured limbs and medical concerns. A special Southern Pacific train event to Luling and a Life Insurance Company meeting at St Audry hotel are also mentioned along with Philippine tech visit and local agricultural notes.
Bexar County tax figures indicate an approximate six million dollar increase for the year with expected further changes as assessments are finalized. Officials note new tax levels may be delayed by pending state tax determinations, affecting collection timelines and the preparation of rolls.
The city commissioner's report notes Many Render Property taxpayers had their properties rendered to the city assessment. Cards were sent earlier showing due tender between June 1 and August 31. Less than 14,000 listed on normal rolls. about 25 percent on unrendered rolls. The department plans overtime this week to finalize the rolls.
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