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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1918
Page
2
An exhortation to imagine life in the trenches and support soldiers abroad. Citizens are urged to mail letters, share resources, assist families, and press Congress to prioritize war provisions and supplies. The piece underscores sacrifice, generosity, and national citizenship as essential to backing American forces.
General Pershing argued against extra pay for aviators and proposed placing aviation on par with other branches. He noted flying duty is not inherently more hazardous than combat troops’ work, yet many fliers joined for action and the thrill of quicker contact with the foe, not pay. Many will learn with real regret.
General Pershing argues air service ranks higher in risk than infantry and field artillery. He praises aviation volunteers for courage over money, stating pay is no measure of a soldier’s worth and that aviators may prove as gallant as any American unit if sent to action in France.
The article promotes backyard escargot farming as an easy, low‑effort venture using a 20 by 30 foot plot to raise snails for market. It explains feeding with garden greens, shelter via knot holes, and rapid growth to about 10,000 snails in roughly twenty days, with a final note on marketing and disposal.
The article notes that about one third of the roughly two and a half million men examined failed to pass military service tests. Tests were less severe than those of the regular army, allowing most healthy men to pass unless physically mutilated or mentally deficient. The implication is that America’s physical condition is not in good trim.
A patriotic note from the Oregonian praising maritime spirit and the return of the American flag and gaitor as part of broad world changes. The piece extols enterprise and adventure that drew ancestors to these shores and fostered a thriving nation.
The Huntingdon Gleaner complains city papers urge farmers to produce all possible maple sugar and syrup while asking where to store it. It notes sugar cans may cost 25 cents and be scarce. The piece mocks editors and officials for giving advice without practical plans.
The Kansas City Star notes that food stringency will force people to shed childish tastes and eat a wider range of foods. Arbitrary likes and dislikes hinder adaptation, but rational eating can overcome old prejudices as the world faces tighter food supplies.
The Holy See continues a strict impartiality beyond the war era, refusing to pressure either belligerent group despite new peace talks. Pope Benedict XV designated timely points for potential negotiations and will persist in upholding nonpartisan mediation. The papal position remains unaltered as peace steps begin.
The Light publishes letters only if signed by the writer and signed names may be withheld. Anonymous typewritten or stamped signatures are not published. Publication of a letter does not imply endorsement by the publishers.
Edmund Souser M G Company Nineteenth Infantry writes to defend local soldiers and critique a letter by John J. Schurin WX Sergt that questioned civilians and wartime conduct. He argues the city’s civilians are loyal and that Schurin’s views are unfounded and unhelpful.
A reader questions proposed theater wartime tax schemes urging a public meeting of citizens and theater owners. The letter argues that most tickets cost under 20 cents, making a 2 to 3 cent Red Cross donation per sale, with soldiers in uniform causing extra confusion and potential misuse.
The Newman family argues over new wall paper choices for a once-dignified living room. Grandfather secretly orchestrates a surprise Victorian design, prompting Beatrix to seek more rolls and highlighting a lighthearted clash between tradition and trend.
The text argues patrons may resent small compulsory charges at venues and warns against exploiting ticket sales. It notes well-intentioned collectors and asserts the public dislikes being taxed for minor add-ons, preferring voluntary contributions rather than enforced fees.
In a roundup full of editorials and notes from various Texas papers, observers discuss politics, farming, and home front issues. References include Temple Telegram, Bryan Eagle, Dallas Times Herald, and others on topics from suffrage to eggs, gardens, and local ordinances.
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