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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 18, 1921

Page

1

Railroad wage cut orders extend to all classes of workers

Chicago May 18 The general introduction of wage reductions for railroad employees will take effect July 1. Most railroads asked that the cuts apply to all classes. only a few sought to limit to certain groups. The measure, forecast by the railroad shop union, affects about 2,000,000 men and involves substantial pay reductions, with the classification of labor and future disputes to be handled by the labor board.

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Labor Board Classification and Austin Move Sways Officials

The Labor Board framework aims to group positions by duties for wage data use while keeping uniform language. George D. Armistead reported a proposed move of internal revenue offices from Austin to a larger post office building in San Antonio, hindered only by space constraints, with 200+ clerks affected. Also noted: New York rail shares rose on a market buoyed by wage adjustments and transportation costs pending July 1 changes.

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Distance No Obstacle in Transatlantic Cable Talk

A San Antonio report describes a long distance call passing through Havana to New York and Chicago via a new cable linking Havana to Key West. The three 15 mile sections lie on the sea bottom, with copper bands and enamel insulation, enabling one conversation at a time. The 40 minute call cost about 10.20 dollars.

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Obituary notices mark multiple deaths in San Antonio area

Obleser Hermes John Shleret aged 30 died at his residence on Wal street 606 Tuesday night He was a Mississippian who had lived in Antonia for years and belonged to a fraternal lodge He is survived by a mother Mrs E Bailey a son Frank S Cockrell of Hondo and three other children The burial was to be at Roselawn cemetery Interment planned at St Louis for Obleser and other locals News also reports the death of T E Midbedl 23 wife of O Hatbedl formerly of San Antonio She leaves two daughters and will be buried in Redo Thursday Funeral services for William Wiens and others noted with plans for interment at Galtum Cemetery The piece contains several obituaries and funeral notices from Crockett and nearby communities including a tax collector wedding reference and a Corsus residence plan prior to May ti date

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Long Hike Sends Officials to Join Public Trek

Tol A McGregor leads a five month voyage from Seoul Dinavion HQ to Fort Logan and Camp towns with Gen James G Barbet and Gen Hansa E Elby accompanying. Col Paul A Wolff commands the Colorands camp as plans include reaching Selma tonight and resuming the journey tomorrow. Publicity will be distributed to urge civilian attendance.

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Three Convicted in Federal Drug and Whiskey Case

A federal jury convicted three defendants on charges involving counterfeit whiskey and illicit sale. The pair named Damier Brees and Ine Burien faced the panel Tuesday before Judge Bengal Wert, with counts covering illegal liquor distribution and related fraud.

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Duceéay Afternoon Trial and Related Cases Reported

The report details Guilty Duceéay afternoon and Jude West plea for possession of intoxicants with a monetary fine. Syloglo Mores faces charges for illegal possession tied to a plea. Another defendant is accused of purchasing and selling narcotics in violation of local law, with testimony about a morphine sale involving a liaison and a $2 exchange. A fourth case notes an arrest on January 26 and a jury deliberation. Separate item mentions a Fort Sam Houston theft claim involving stolen buckets and a planned Wednesday hearing.

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Pittman Is Buried in Local Cemetery Funeral

Private Crow L Pittman, one of the Sas new parks, was buried after a funeral at 427 West depress street. The service, led by Rev I O ieva browsery, followed by grave rituals at the Hong] cemetery. Pittman, 19, son of Mr and Mrs H M Wittnas, died in action in Hesnee while attached to the Fair Maciae in IMS.

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Army strength bill eyed as 170000 men aimed

Washington for May 1 report notes favored Army of 170000 with committees voting unanimously to advance a bill setting a minimum strength of 170000 for the next fiscal year. Debate centers on average strength and potential reductions to 126000 if certain conditions hold.

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Lions Play Day Prompts Community Meeting Report

A local Lions Club gathering at the hotel featured a committee led by Arnold and WG Kingsby drafting a memorandum on an alleged investigation into why people play. The group questioned many residents and discussed charity efforts tied to the new city administration and a potential school bond. Rev S. Huston and Margt Eakridge urged support for relief and a million dollar bond, with invitations extended to attend at the Alamo Country Club Friday evening.

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WV Quiet But Warned As Tensions Rise

West Virginia residents face tense calm as police across states hold suspected positives. Officials in Kentucky and Virginia report continued vigilance with a notable anniversary approaching. The message stressed readiness for potential disruption and urged calm amid uncertain threats.

Explosion near Springfield kills two pilots in Ohio theatre

Dispatch reports an aerial accident near Springfield on May 18 involving a balloon airship and a US aviator from the Continental fleet. The wreck occurred near a residence at Nimbleton, injuring several bystanders and killing two men including a noted early pilot. No rush of details yet on cause or party responsibility.

Victoria Farm Expert Reports on Western Agriculture Trends

Victoria farm expert reports on western agricultural progress and market outlook. The article notes agencies, merchants, and chambers discussing remissions and workmen’s compensation in Texas and Oklahoma. Pastor Henry Austin accepts a new pastorate in Linton Oklahoma with a May installation planned.

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