Untitled San Antonio Light report fragment Shawed in transit
A scrambled clumsy clipping details hospital and city transit notes with scattered names and dates, referencing Las Astas and Austin, with multiple unreadable lines about offices and telephones. The legible parts hint at a press association credit and a ceremonial context, but most specifics are garbled.
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San Antonio
Las
Edestrs
Taxum
Sunitey
Souvayer Piubla
Iesse
Molidy
Fae
United Btbe
Kew
Alok
Toe
Messinual Avennie
Crigagu
Lauy Block
Jan
Cratoty Bpensyon
He1
Aleck
Tue
Evie
Diernolr
Paul Viock
Une
Paul Isiork
Tne
TIE
Joramene
New York Mobilizes Trucks Amid Freight Congestion
A former colonel from the Second Engineers, stationed at Governors Island, is appointed to lead a relief program for coastwise freight bottlenecks. He and General Bullard discuss using government trucks to aid merchants, under Washington's direction, to relieve nationwide transport delays and keep industry moving. The piece urges a second defense line in transport to prevent broader economic disruption.
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York
General Blrd
Washington
New York
Kit Washington
Waffie
Sunvetim
Ko Fe
Autor
Stampede of shoe pricing drives reform talk in Senate
The report discusses a proposed rule to stamp price on every shoe and the public’s reaction. It cites a Chicago shoe dealer’s marketing ploy as a cautionary tale, noting that buyers may resist price disclosures and seek to protect their finances. The piece frames reform as a response to profiteering and aims to protect consumers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Hinself
Troney
Mira
Price tagging in shoes sparks public resistance
A senator questions price tickets on footwear and merchants who oppose public disclosure argue it invades privacy. The debate centers on whether scratched price tags reduce consumer trust or help buyers compare value while merchants fear losing loyal customers.
Paradox of Railroads and Government Control
A lengthy critique argues that government control of U S railroads failed during the war and private management should be restored. It claims postwar private owners now seek government oversight again, accusing officials of equipment shortages and mismanagement while praising private upkeep and investment, urging a return to private operation.
Government railroads and the control dilemma reexamined
The piece argues the railway shutdowns reveal vital realities about government control versus private operation. It suggests five years of government stewardship could have reformed, not perpetuated, a flawed system, and questions whether restoring private management under control would have worsened or improved the situation.
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XeAdoo
Great Britain vows to crush Irish terror and remove cause
Amid reports from Fenton on May 18, authorities discuss drastic government measures. Maj. Gen. Mackeady signals decisive action against rebellion while stressing the aim to curb violence and restore order without prolonged harsh authority. The Times notes enhanced military presence and stringent controls as the path to stability.
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Great Britain
Fenton
Mackeady
Lowton
Tenelow
Wits Ae
Hays Presses for Women’s Vote Focus in Delaware Talks
In Washington May be a renewed push for woman suffrage discussed by Hays and supporters. The Republican leader spoke about mobilizing suffrage workers to influence legislators in Delaware and elsewhere. Opponents warned party efforts aim to pressure lawmakers and align with hemp. the tone suggested cautious, strategic backing without promising immediate action.
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Washington, D. C
Hays
Reubliean National
Heyublivai
Colimb
Ed Aligan
Delaware
Vapitel
Telepathy Debate and Public Notices At City Theater
A garbled OCR piece discusses telepathy theory and wireless history, mentioning researchers and public lectures at Maple theater and San Antonio eve park. It references financial figures, stock reports, and a May date, with scattered names such as O'Dvivit and Arline Woy Leaghe Mark, plus a list of local business and school notes.
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I Addington Owen
Neernet
Olives Ledge
Wiliam Thuarvett
Weil
Atyrega
Dbi
Hank
Aio
Kendall Ounty
Stoe
Taulmvie
Milan
Peopident
Nuit
Paasteloy
Berto
Suale
Plier
Cshitm
Greshtont
Cini Donal
Germany’s indemnity plan dominates Allied debt talks
A muddled dispatch analyzes how Anglo-Trench talks propose a shared plan for inter allied debts and Germany's indemnity payments. It notes the United States is not included, warns the plan may hurt US interests, and discusses creditor gains for Britain and France while delaying US repayment.
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Ming
Ominy
Germany
United States
Gennan
Great Britain
Janes
Sto
Thas Agem
Senate
Furape
Fragmentary 19th century style text with scattered names
The readable fragments mention names and events in a period tone, including references to a king, battles, and places. The legible portions hint at a torn historical narrative with markers like guardians, banners, and actions by various groups, but most specifics are obscured by OCR errors.
Public College Invites Attendence for Westanert and College Events
Public notices announce university activities with a schedule of exercises and public access. Events include medallion ceremonies, lectures, and performances led by faculty and students. Details list dates, locations, and expected attendance with emphasis on open sessions for community viewing.
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Attaire
Priday
Priday, ii TB Gy Tay Chead Wiehe; Sabwribnyy
Pety
Alusie Medallion
Gindtudion Esyreiivs
Hom Dick
Perel
Sanday
Sevatou
Ibd
Daniel Meights
Drew
Poorly Transcribed School Play Details for Friday
A garbled notice describes a school play titled Oaaure Uinrere gh eatovdal with performers Nataly Jack Barke and Ales Norma Oven. It lists a 3 30 time and mentions a plan by Miss Idella Addiernon and Lausy Maker dadson amid feuding. Funds reportedly go toward a serioul Aunt Hobach.
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Byiday Iftevaobn
Weiler
Nataly
Barke
Norma Oven
Bern
Idella Addiernon
Dadson
Fragmented lines hint at scandalous profiteering in Philadelphia case
A garbled agency report mentions Gishola accused of profiteering in a Philadelphia matter. The text alludes to a case involving infant value and alleged abuse of market leverage by a proprietor, with references to viewing and prices.
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Gishola
Visladelphia
Mats
AL Wavrank
Vales
Speechless Crowd Atop Humorous Court Scene
A chaotic Victorian stage exchange unfolds as a strict lord interrogates servants about a joke. Amid misread lines and amused bystanders, Arabella and companions collide in a playful, wordy farce that tests decorum and wit. The comic tableau ends with restrained laughter and a defiant, amused mood lingering in the room.
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