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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1917
Page
6
War measure for Germany cites beer as essential food says Kennedy Jones
The article argues that beer as daily fuel for British workers supports wartime efficiency and food policy. It notes Germany’s contrast with beer drinking, cites the British director of food economy, and warns Congress against ignoring science and foreign evidence on nutrition and production.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kennedy Jones
Congress
Great Britain
Germany
America
United States
Fortunes Out of War and the Wood Speech Controversy
A wartime piece notes profits for workers and financiers despite overall hardship, citing Britain England income taxes and munitions profits. It disputes General Leonard Wood's quoted remark that millions of Americans would go to France and not return as misquoted or misrepresented.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Germany
America
France
Great Britain
United States
Associated Press
Leonard Wood
Wood
Atlantic
War time grain policy and prohibition dilemma
The passage argues that converting grain shipped to England into beer creates a conflict if Congress enacts prohibition as a war measure. It presents two untenable options: feed Britain with grain with restricted use or embargo grain, both harming producers and allies. It warns national prohibition could aid Germany and harm U S efficiency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Congress
United States
Great Britain
Germany
Real Work for a Censor and Calamity Howlers
The article condemns pessimistic voices at the national capitol urging fear and excessive caution over matters like Liberty bonds. It mocks the idea that Germans would quickly invade if the public did not buy bonds, arguing the administration should focus on wiser judgment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
National Capitol
Broadway
Boston Common
War funds seen softening radicalism in Russia
Commentator argues that loaning money to Russia could dampen radical fervor. The Kaiser calls the Allied offensive failed as Britain strikes the Hindenburg Line with renewed pressure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hindenburg
Shipyard Debate Delays Steel and Wood Vessels
Officials wrangle over building steel ships or wooden ships or both while American torpedo boats pursue submarines. By the time the dispute ends, most any vessel may be deemed safe.
Liberty Bond Drive Aims To Wearable Patriotism
The government urges every citizen to buy at least one Liberty Bond and wear the Liberty Button. Banks and wealthy individuals have contributed to the treasury, but the administration seeks universal support to unite the country in the war effort against Germany, with buttons adorning lapels and shirtwaists nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Treasury Department
Germany
United States
el Paso Times
Destroyer cordon blocks submarine routes in channel
The Beaumont Enterprise notes that American destroyers in European waters strengthen anti submarine efforts. Dense destroyer coverage in the English Channel hinders German submarines from reaching the British Isles, though a few may still escape.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
English Channel
British Isles
Beaumont Enterprise
Liberty Loan and the American resolve to curb German rule
The piece argues the Liberty Loan reflects a national creed beyond financial gain. It questions whether Americans grasp the loan’s meaning and calls for an organized, energetic campaign to support Wilsonian ideals against autocratic rule. The Times editorial stresses broad popular participation over tax-exempt elites.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
America
Wilson
New York Times
No Passports for Sweden Refusal Stand
The administration asserts its right to deny passports to American Socialists seeking to attend a peace conference in Stockholm. It warns that anyone joining such gatherings will be vigorously dealt with. The United States remains opposed to aiding dissension in entente states or aiding intrigues of the German military system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sweden
Stockholm
Potsdam
KL Paso Times
Esther Learns Walter Chooses Fay At Bay ton Concert
Esther, plain in a village of pretties, worries over Walter Staunton choosing Fay Dean for the Bay ton concert. She helps Fay with her dress, then rides with Walter where he shyly asks for her love, while Fay glows in happiness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lota Adele Gannett
Esther
Westville
Bayton
Walter Staunton
Philadelphia
Walter
Fay Dean
Fay
Bob
Lady Gay
Safety First Lecture Ends With A Naughty Question
Mrs. Jones finishes a lecture to Marion on being naughty. The child asks how to know when he is naughty, and the mother replies that conscience will tell him. The exchange ends with a gentle parental reminder.
Letters to the Light require signed submissions
The Light states letters intended for publication must be signed by the writer and not anonymous. Signatures printed or stamped are treated as anonymous. Publication does not imply endorsement of the letter’s policy by the publishers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Light
Women to lead in wartime service say Georgia G Stewart
In a wartime plea Georgia Grimshaw Stewart urges mobilized American women to join a practical conference with British and French delegates. She argues women can complement the armed forces, citing French and English examples and invoking a biblical quotation to support women’s vital roles in the war effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Washington
England
France
Georgia Grimshaw Stewart
The Matrimaniac at the Empire Theater
The new Triangle-Douglas Fairbanks picture The Matrimaniac plays today and Thursday at the Empire. Notable scenes include Fairbanks and a clergyman riding a small white donkey with the animal delivering a comic halt to their travels. A Know America scenic and Pathe News No. 45 complete the program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Empire
Douglas Fairbanks
the Empire
Fairbanks
Doug
Know America Scenic
Pathe News No. 45
Willing to Test It Puppet Exchange Quiet Question
A short dialogue fragment features a fictional exchange about boundaries and expected responses. The snippet centers on romantic tension and consent dynamics, using a puppet metaphor to frame the interplay between two speakers.
Government Urges Print Pooling to Stabilize Prices
The Federal Trade Commission urged pooling of news print paper production and imports under a government agency to supply publishers at fair profits. It recommended Canada form a similar agency, sought emergency legislation, and warned of a potential price jump to 105 million dollars if 1916 consumption repeats, with half the rise going to manufacturers. The prior voluntary distribution pact failed due to lack of enforcement authority.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Federal Trade Commission
Senate
Commission
Nursing Course Begins at Columbia University
A three year practical nurse course tied to the college curriculum will be offered by Presbyterian Hospital with Teachers College of Columbia University. The program leads to a bachelor of science and a nursing diploma. Open to students with at least two years of college work, applications have already been received.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Presbyterian Hospital
Teachers’ College
Columbia University
Phoebe Wipes Tears With a Disbelieving Mirror Moment
A six year old girl Phoebe sobs through a miserable day until her mother lifts her and points to an ugly image in the nursery looking glass. The child asks which end, revealing a mix of mood and childish curiosity in a domestic scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phoebe
Ostrich tips come high in restaurant quip
A humorous exchange between two waiters from the St. Louis Post-Dispatch features one asking if the other ever served an ostrich. The reply jokes about ostrich tips being expensive, reflecting kitchen banter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis Post-Dispatch
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Mexico
Russia
the Light’s Daily Story
Puppet
Trade Commission
International News Service
Lore
Alberty
M & Stranger
Steve Brodie
Hudson River
Arnot
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