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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1918
Page
3
The Texas Legislature faces a near-certain vote to adopt the federal amendment for nationwide prohibition. Critics call the move an insult to the people, arguing it undermines state rights and bypasses public opinion. Proponents accuse opponents of delaying the will of Prohibitionists and democracy.
An editorial warns that trust agents may influence war machinery, accusing the administration of graft and profiteering in wartime contracts. It calls for swift purging of corrupt influences to preserve public confidence and financial credit amid national mobilization.
The article argues the core reason for swift action against graft at home is to maintain public confidence in government, a prerequisite for effective wartime mobilization. It contends profiteering accusations distract from clear aims and asserts commercial motives must be kept in check to preserve fiscal and economic soundness during war.
The piece reviews Australia’s Desert Railway, a 105 1/2 mile line from Kalgoorlie to Port Augusta completed during wartime buildup. Built at about 40 million dollars, the project links Brisbane to Perth’s inland capitals, promising strategic value and time savings for sea routes to Melbourne.
The text argues Japan faces two routes: stay with allies or pivot away to join Germany. It notes Germany is focused on Europe and Russia, leaving Japan in a key political dilemma. Public speculation cites London Times as predicting continued alliance, while others doubt Japan can stay inactive given German actions.
The article discusses strategic bets on who controls European Russia and the impact on Japan. It weighs Germany’s possible dominance of Russia against Japan seizing Vladivostok and advancing along the trans Siberian railroad. It notes Allied risks, naval limits for Japan, and the push to fund Liberty Bonds with Bethmann-Hollweg’s U.S. investment.
A Lowden Times item references a 195 field guns and 80 howitzers along with 144 machine guns, 129000 rifles, 50000 shells, 180000 bombs and 1,594,000 cart ridges as part of a German supply haul. It notes press summaries claim details were vetted by German authorities and mentions an attempted disclosure via wartime newspapers.
A fragmented wartime reflection notes Canada united after hardship and looks to politics for decisive leadership. It discusses public anxiety over ballots and the appeal of Sir Robert Borden versus Laurier, emphasizing national unity and the impact on voters.
A fragmentary reminiscence describes a cavalry officer’s role during the Gettysburg campaign, detailing bivouac on stale ground near high ground, subdued artillery activity, and cautious dispositions as the battle loomed. The narrative names Charles Bragola Adsing and reflects on orders, danger, and the fog of war.
Letter writer argues against limiting soldiers liquor and links prohibition to Prussian aims. He accuses Hobby supporters of subverting free males and urges loyalty to duty, praising soldiers while warning legislation could curb liberties. Sanders signs the controversial wartime opinion piece.
Fragmentary OCR text presents a wartime edict calling for a single command to unite and direct efforts. It hints at the War Department's original purpose and a perceived mismatch between stated aims and actions, but readable specifics are absent.
A fractured local notice lists acts at the Majestie Theatre including The Sleht Moat as headliner with Curkinett and Harris in tap dancing, dainty skits, vaudeville numbers, and appearances by Williams Ashlay Alnmi and others. Claimed star Claudiegimith performs in a recurring role with Ghoudin Coleman and Mine Cole innn noted for impersonations.
The piece highlights film and stage offerings, noting The Eyes of Mystery in a photoplay feature and The Bird of Paradise on stage. It credits Mins Celete Doudder for a standout role, mentions Miss Scudder's rapid rise in acting under a traditional family stance, and previews vaudeville at Princess Theater with Van and Yorke plus comedies, tricks, and a Petticoat Pilot.
The program features The Silent Man a Western tale with actor Hart and star Wi Via 4. Charlene Kenyom presents a photoplay backed by Margaret Uitnghoh, with dramatic prospector themes and a tale of lost property. Plus Jidden Durpoue a Paramount comedy shown on the Anne bill with rapid travel to New York and a tense hotel sequence. The screening runs today and Saturday with admissions in the four-hour window.
A garbled montage of editorials and notices from various Texas papers cites concerns over public health, prices, and governance. References include Sanger Courier, Banner-Preus, Galveston Trib, Austin Statesman, Dallas Times-Herald, and Houston area outlets. Mentions seed potatoes at four dollars a bushel and calls for reform, weathering famine warnings, and political debates on constitutional amendments and home rule.
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