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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 24, 1918

Page

2

Germans Pay Terrific Price For Gains Made

Berlin reports a massive German effort along the Somme and surrounding sectors. British and Allied forces counterattack near Cambrai Quentin and Le Transon, with heavy fighting aboard the front. Berlin claims German troops pressed the offensive, broke enemy lines, and captured several positions while British rear guards contested advances. Uncertain casualty ranges and shifting frontline positions are detailed as the battle continues across multiple villages and canals.

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War Front Push Deepens in German Offense

Washington reports German blow at the western front fuels war spirit. Officials say the attack stiffens resolve to win the war, with casualties and German losses cited as evidence. Congress gears up for rapid wartime measures including drafting, bonds, and war-finance bills as the nation braces for a decisive phase.

German Offensive Aims in Open Warfare Pressured

New York writers assess Von Hindenburg plan after 43 hours of bombardment and 60 miles of front. The piece suggests Germany seeks strategic aims to push British lines from key ports, disrupt Allied offensives, and force large open battles, while noting German internal fragility and the risk of driving Britain toward renewed resistance.

Dineenburs Rosswellincourt Bearpe Oise Pleres Athlén Juesy Tusey Terquier J. W. T. Myson New York Una van Hindenburg Sest Marne Lindenburg Minst Seyoml Athens Cruin Murdovtr von Mindenburgy Phan Atafor Hive Steports Berlin Alindenburg von Jindenburg von Timlenburgs von Mindenbure Hindenburg

Books Seized Over Mystery Coverup by Federal Agents

A federal seizure and investigation target a graphic mystery pamphlet allegedly tied to wartime draft efforts. The incident followed a request by the district attorney to warn local members of Hinamkochtlin Crom about possible implications.

Ia Des Warad Canementi Ain Staley Hinamkochtlin Crom

Mosquito Control Work Starts at Camp Travis

San Antonio to curb malaria by straightening Salado Creek. At Camp Travis nearly 100 workmen begin to remove stagnant pools to stop mosquito breeding, with public health service to extend the work along the stream. Prof. Howard, a malaria expert, and entomologists inspect the area, urging reconstructive efforts to eliminate breeding grounds and safeguard city districts and facilities.

San Antonio Camp Travis Public Health Service L. 2 Howard Mmirenkat Wishington Ward G. A. Tunter Slong Lieut BG. van Dyne Camp Travty Ie Alan Sult Annabet Wackenridge Park Rovernment Romdienl Washington Ue Campi Inetiry Melenale Construction Company Gant Chamberbun Netion Affinen Siso

Soldiers from Camp Travis in France

Soldiers from Camp Travis in France are described as the best in Texas and Oklahoma, prepared to ship out soon. The article notes no farewell demonstrations, mentions a forthcoming training lift, and predicts the division will be ready to deploy at full strength by mid June.

Thal Travis Railway Simmon Travia Web Texas Oidahanm Veloctinoi Ollationa Ron Ding

Hopeful Side Of Battle Seen By Allen In France

Maj Henry T Allen who toured the British front in France reports the outlook ahead is bright. He and his staff followed the battle from division headquarters with keen interest and believe the more hopeful phase of the offensive remains to be written. He discounted reports of Paris shelling and noted German gains but cited prisoners and heavy guns captured by the British. The general, familiar with French terrain, maintains optimism about the eventual outcome.

France Henry T. Allen Aviv Fone Alleuix Allen Spade St. Quentin Paris

Beltran resigns as consul to become publisher in San Antonio

Beltran resigns as Mexico consul in San Antonio to publish Defensa a weekly paper serving Mexican interests in the United States. Senor Selgil Jermo of Eagle Pass named to succeed him, arriving next week to take charge. until then J. Marshall will run the office as acting consul.

Re Beltrat San Antonio Republic of Mexico Hy Defensa Bellen Tiuenos Aires Argentina Kettran Suny San Altonio Senay Soruin Eagle Pass Delran Africa Betlewar Senor J. Marshall el Dus

Water drilling plan to supply army at Leon Springs

Engineers from Washington will drill near Tea Syeinms to bring water from San Antonio wells to relieve troops. Captain Chamberlain at Caron will oversee. Trains have moved over Lawn Springs to sink a well. If no water, piping measures will be implemented to secure supply amid ongoing Leon Springs water troubles.

San Antonio Washington Lit Company Mr. Chamberlain Caron Trayis Lawn Springs Plang Leon Springs

Espionage charges in Texas involve four men

In Waco on March 23 Polon ora of Pastor Hustell were arrested before U S Consul A McCortibek. They face charges of distributing copies of Pantor Rusols Book The Uneinivbedt bys tory in Bell County in violation of the espionage act. Naki smith released. three others remanded on $1000 bail each.

Waco Tex Polonora Pastor Hustell United States Comsulasioner A McCortibek Pantor Rusols Bell County Presi Wianwi Willan’ Wroder Willan’ Wroder~ Tanon, Robert Nalsnith Naki

Texas Labor Federation to Meet Next at Beaumont

The Texas State Federation of Labor held a lengthy convention session where officers were reselected and Beaumont chosen as the next convention city. Key officers reaffirmed leadership, with several constitutional changes boosting per capita tax to fund federation work and organize unorganized workers across the state.

Texas Beaumont Ivam Sno Eppa Orginal Woerkraen Agenning Blovtkar Ageis Kurdorl Ueryd- Orton Texas Union Federtivit Wollow American Federation of Laver Carter Sour Lake Yealing Clerks Wood

Hoover Urges Half Flour Use For War Economy

The speech argues rationing flour to half and criticizes wheat consumption. It notes many families already avoid wheat and urges households to follow the program to sustain supplies for the nation, soldiers, and the economy. The speaker emphasizes discipline and supporting the war effort through reduced wheat use.

Alan Oies

Wheat prospects to rise with record spring planting

Grain experts predict the United States will sow 15,000,000 acres more wheat than last year amid favorable weather. Farmers expect large spring planting, high yields, and near equitable distribution as markets adjust. Notes Illinois up 9 percent, Kansas anticipating 100,000,000 bushels, and Nebraska seeing strong yields despite late germination.

Chicago United States Texas Okstioma Kansas B. Oo. Syon Illinois Ateasa Nebraska

Delayed Easter Goods Arrive At Dahrouge Company

The Dahrouge Company reports a late shipment of Easter cards and novelties now in stock at 3227 Al Plaza and its store. Items were chosen by president Datrouge and include pillow tapes aimed at military and civilian gifts, with a push to attract early season buyers.

Dis al Plaga Beaneh Datrouge Dahrouge Company Buster Dahrouge Company, Inc Alamo Plage Adv

Tiny Bottle Claims Quick Relief for Corn Soreness

A stray paragraph touts a tiny Creezone bottle offering fast corn relief. It promises rapid soreness disappearance and dries instantly, claiming it treats hard and soft corns with no pain and long-lasting results.

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