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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 12, 1918

Page

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Major Burwell Ordered to Fort Worth Field

Major E B S Burwell, head of the Kelly Field flying department, is ordered to Fort Worth Texas. The transfer leaves open who will head Kelly Field's flying unit. The plan to fill roles uses skilled personnel from line regiments, selective classes, and draft-age educated youths sent to technical schools.

Burwell Fort Worth Field E. B.S Burwell Kelly Field Uris United States Regal Iy

Obituary notices recall two San Antonio burials

Obituaries report Rudolph Palme a one year old child dying at 240 Blum Street with services led by Rev A Woltz at St Johns Church and burial in Alma Cemetery. A second, similarly rich notice details the death of Isaac Ween a five year old and a bevy of mourners, with services at the family residence and burial at Saint? Cemetery. both items list survivors and funeral arrangements.

Rudolph Palme Rudolph Palm August Palm Blum Street Mgr. Palm San Antonia W. KX. Diets August Palmuesdas Atternyen Elner A. Woltz St. John's Lather Church Pallyen Teorte Gontez Rudelfa Gomes Welock Ste Wis San Antonio Santana Gomes Mie Oeluel Withis Strou Qlamida Javon Smurn Wenryson Jul Gaden Onsalezza Albert Crda Johy Hiegel Honor Pulbearers Mises Minne Smith Carrie Hiegel Maury Vassitrre Grae Oulupe Villareal Susi Mariner Jonnie Ranton Sain Iernunile

Plans Grotto Visit for Mystic Order Members

Grant Monarel of Veto Proghita is visiting in the city to preside over a meeting of Mystic Order Veiled Prophets at the Deer Park hall. The gathering aims to organize a grotto for Master Masons and promote laws among Masons, with talks on founding a local grotto and potential future group activities.

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Dodson’s Liver Tone Promises Safer Calomel Alternative

A dated advertising piece touts Duson’s and Dodson’s Liver Tone as a safe, plant based remedy to replace calomel for constipation and liver sluggishness. It claims mercury based calomel causes bone necrosis, promises a 19 cent bottle, and guarantees improved digestion and bowel cleansing by morning. It targets households with broad claims and money back promises.

Maynor Jose Guy Duison Ledyon Dadann Darimess

Drafted Men to Colors March 29 Planned

The article outlines broader draft exemptions and mobilization aims to support agriculture and industry for the 1915 season. It notes the War Secretary’s plan to print allowances to aid men serving in the army and agricultural pursuits, with deferments for top agricultural students to advance farming skills. It stresses mobilizing labor for harvests and the need to protect the nation’s labor supply while advancing military plans.

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Escape report of Luxburg denied by Foreign Office

Rumors that Count Von Luxburg former German minister to Argentina fled from a house near Veniz de Zunora and traveled through Puente del Inca to Chile were denied by the Foreign Office. Officials say reports arose from mistaken identity on an international train and no safe conduct was issued or arranged for his travel. Police have not confirmed his presence and no corroborating evidence has been found.

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Onion Raisers Seek Rail Help for Washington Harvest

A delegation from Texas arrived in Washington to press the director general of railroads for facilities to move onions when ready. They were met by Congressman July N. Garber and officials including Clair Mies Gusley and Adjutant General of Agriculture, with J H Davis, ALT Rife, W R Stone, W Bradbury, FW Mulet and Te Teek in the party.

Washington DU Mively Vision Op Texas Reid Washigton Cuve Sutter Sens Yard July N. Garber Clair Mies Gusley Coxis Chow J. 11 Davis Lavedy Alt. Rife San Antonio W. R. Stone Carrie Springs W. Bradbury Migston FW. Mulet Tareda 1 Te Teek M Ston

War work luncheon invited business leaders by Salvation Army

President Haile and other chamber leaders sent invitations to local business figures and members of clubs to attend a Salvation Army War Committee luncheon at St Anthony on Wednesday afternoon. Brigadier George Wood of Gallia will describe war work in France and home fronts. No fundraising. If missed, interested men may contact the Rotary Club office to RSVP.

Miyor Bell Haile Chamber of Commerce Chandler Worter Loring Rotary Club Kins A. Willunsen Bealten Salvation Army St. Anthony Wed

Formation Bureau Opens At Houston Base

Information Bureau at Houston base opened with a ceremony. The facility will serve as the housing for all information and liaison services connected to the unit. Friends and relatives attended the event amid formal proceedings.

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Deportation Mania Stuns Town as Officials Report Losses

Government to report on May 12 that 140 mitts gone from Mantin area. Prominent residents are now reportedly scrutinized or under investigation as security concerns rise.

Tenving Mantin

Reeves That Wheedy Old Reeves That Wheedy Old

A garbled OCR style text describes a remedy claimed to ease air passage irritation and throat inflammation. It mentions a dose with soothing effect and components to loosen phlegm, but the fragmentary language obscures clear attribution, timing, or branding details.

Sun

Baker's Mission to France Shapes Possible Policy

Wastsington, DL March 1. Late arrival of a secret envoy and the party’s public statements prompt debate. The proposed trip is described as a military pilgrimage with no diplomatic aims, while officials weigh how Wilson’s aims and allied strategy influence US war efforts. President Wilson's intent to mobilize support among the Allies is noted as pivotal in shaping future American action and conferences.

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Dilley Letter Reveals Army Duty Transfer

A fragmented letter from Dilley details a transfer of duty within the army. It mentions names such as Wit Orlend and Georgy Wheale and notes a secretary and county connections. The text implies a move to new military duties after a period of service.

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Voyage Narrative in a Traveler's Letter from Napalean

A partly readable letter describes a ten day voyage with eight rough days and two stormy ones. The writer praises Paris as beautiful and distinct, mentions visits to Napalean and Tuowyre, and notes varied impressions of sights, clothing, and markets with some unclear phrases.

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Near Beers Regulation Sparks Prohibition Debate

Fragmentary text shows a discussion of near beers amid prohibition era regulations. Mentions Food Administration rules affecting breweries and cereal use. Indicates tensions over permitting near beers to exceed standard limits and regulatory scrutiny.

Grain regulations to govern manufacturing under new fed rules

A bulletin received Tuesday by Jol B. Carrington, federal food administrator for the district, outlines that new Deve regulations will apply to the manufacture of grain products. The document notes changes in compliance and enforcement procedures to ensure standardized practices.

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