25 Jun 1918
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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1918
Page
1
The sundry civil bill passed by the Senate provides a $70,000 appropriation for a new post office building at Paris Texas. The measure was approved in Washington D C on Monday afternoon.
Fort Sam Houston will host moving pictures for soldiers in the Y M C A building No 73 during summer instead of the Post Chapel. The next programs include The Elements of Map Reading and An Artillery Team in Draft as training aids.
London dispatch argues that civil unrest may topple Austro-Hungarian rule, with debates on whether military mutiny could trigger a general revolution. Analysts cite internal dissensions in Austria and Austria-Hungary’s weakened civilian support while noting the army’s loyalty depends on reserves and leadership.
The scene shows an American ambulance driver carrying a wounded British soldier from the battlefield while a French doctor tends his wounds. The American stands immediately behind the Tommy, illustrating strong allied unity.
The article argues Austro Hungary relies on a well organized army to suppress mutiny and desertion. It notes internal espionage, heavy German and Magyar presence in divisions, and dispersed subject races under tight control.
An order of the day from General Diaz praises the army for repulsing the enemy and inflicting heavy losses. He commends soldiers and sailors, notes local actions after a decisive enemy push, and vows Italy will continue in faith and strength for civiliz ation and the king.
General Badoglio, chief of staff to General Diaz, promoted by the king to army commander in acknowledgment of operations. He will stay in his current post. The report comes from Italian Army Headquarters on Monday June 24.
An aviator recalls a turning point battle as Italian air crews from Venice harry Austrian trenches near the Piave. Bombing runs, ground fire, and observation posts mark a bold campaign while Venice’s landmarks recede below in a dramatic aerial view.
A candidate announces for the State Senate from the 24th District covering Bexar Wendall Kerr Gillespie Bandera and Real counties subject to Democratic primaries. Greece to have army of 200000 men reports Havas Agency noting Greek legation statements.
Women in Texas face registration beginning Wednesday in cities over 10 000 population to vote in July primaries. The uproar centers on whether all women or only city residents must register, with judges and local officials set to decide who may vote. A mass meeting on Alamo Plaza will feature candidates and vows no heckling as women decide political participation.
The discussion centers on prohibition amid wartime politics. Postmaster general Burleson worries prohibition could hinder war prosecutions while others urge not to let extremists drive policy. Senators debate rapid action versus patience as the Jones amendment and pro prohibition are scrutinized in the election context.
Washington D C June 2 The Senate privileges and elections committee decided to dismiss the election contest filed last year by former Senator Chilton Democrat challenging Senator Sutherland Republican of West Virginia.
Camp Travis authorities bar visits by unaccompanied boys after a string of thefts from quarters. Shine boys who earned nickels are cited as targeted. officers warn parents to keep their sons from roaming the post and say trespassers may be jailed.
In heated remarks Gompers argues hypocrisy in amending grounds for beer prohibition. He says the President favors minimal beer bans and labor will not oppose if the decision rests on responsibility. Committee members press him on the President's stance and party pressure.
Dr von Kuehlmann argued there is no change in policy and discussed Dobrids in talks with Turkey and Bulgaria. A conference in Constantinople was announced to address issues among quadruple powers and Caucasus peoples, seeking a settlement in coming days.
The German foreign minister’s Reichstag testimony proposing England’s third blame behind Russia and France prompts officials to consider a broader peace test. Diplomats see potential moves to gauge allied sentiment and foster dissension amid wartime diplomacy.
An agreement reached in May by Senate and House conferees on the legislative executive and judicial appropriation bill provides that civil establishment employees shall work eight hours daily instead of seven starting July 1 and receive an annual $120 increase in pay.
Thirteen carloads of Texas cattle five years old sold for 45918 dollars yesterday in Fort Worth Texas setting a new local market high. The average price was 296 dollars per head.
An advertisement proclaims the West Texas Military Academy in San Antonio Texas entering its twenty fifth year on September 10 1918. It highlights a military and academic curriculum with artesian water fireproof facilities sea boath etc and notes alumni success in business professional and military fields. Catalogue requests directed to J Tom Williams superintendent.
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