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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1920

Page

3

Greece Turks and the League of Nations debate

The piece argues against sending American troops to Smyrna to oppose Turkish and Bulgarian attacks on Greece and criticizes Wilsonian policy and a Democratic endorsement of the League of Nations. It questions why the United States would police Asia Minor and warns of public outrage at such an intervention. It frames the issue as a clash between allied peace aims and American isolationist sentiment.

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Taxation Power Sparks Texas Railroads Dispute

The State Vax Board fixed intangible railroad assets at 75 million in a taxation move. Officials were summoned to Austin to justify the assessment but plan to disobey the board’s ruling, signaling a possible court showdown over the rights under the original determination.

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Taxation abuses and board errors draw critique

The piece argues boards overtax intangible assets and abuse power, citing a $74 009 000 shortfall by a tax board. It notes auditors finding mistakes favoring state or individuals, and describes taxpayers facing perfunctory appeals with clerks pushing higher assessments.

Bexar County

Misplaced Eloquence on the League Speech Flawed in Facts

Dr George W Truett of Dallas urged ratification of the League of Nations in Washington arguing for ideals. The piece notes his speech favored rhetoric over concrete details and warns the Senate against accepting a treaty not truly embodying its stated aims. It argues the real question is whether joining the League could threaten American principles.

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Fragmentary Editorial on US Sovereignty and League Debate

The passage laments diluted patriotism and argues the Senate rejected multilateralLeague principles, claiming the United States fought a great war to preserve sovereignty rather than yield to European blocs. It critiques eloquence wasted and labels certain views as fiction.

Dr. Truett Europe United States Senate League

Liberty Bonds Debate Persists On Value And Tax Fate

The piece argues Liberty bonds remain touted as America's best investment despite low prices and tax changes. It contends government assurances on tax exemption were broken, compares bond yields to state and municipal issues, and notes many bonds pay 6 to 7 percent below par while still offering relative security.

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The Changing Clouds s vin the Wablaste

A fragmented, poetic passage describes shifting skies and strong winds over a landscape. The garbled text mentions distant places, ancient themes, and imagery of water and wind to evoke mood rather than convey a clear event or report.

Villa Declines to Endorse Mexican Regime Opposition

Villa warns that if the new revolt gains power he will consider cooperation, asserts U.S. officials are pressuring Mexico, and vows to keep bullion plans for personal use unless a stable government is formed. He criticizes rival leaders, references Col. Calles talks, and predicts continued insurgent activity from bases in the mountains.

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Polish Troops Drive Reds Back 12 Miles Near Keeyxczopol

Reports from Warsaiy May 28 claim Polish forces repelled Soviet troops, pushing 12 miles toward Keeyxczopol. An aerial statement credited Polish command with halting the Bolshevik advance and protecting positions along the northern front amid ongoing fighting and allied military movements in East Crassia.

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Incomprehensible OCR Item on Military Movements

Fragmentary text reports four thousand guards deployed in Upper Milesia and mentions Gerais Wave and Sileria. References to Berniaug, Rolaheviat frost, and Russia appear as garbled phrases. No clear event, dates, or identifiable entities emerge.

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Letters to the Editor on band concerts at Crackenridge Park

A reader criticizes the summer band program in Crackenridge Park noting a heavy emphasis on classical pieces and slow marches. The writer urges more lively popular tunes to suit crowds and questions band leadership and repertoire choices.

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Fragmented tale of a visit and a tense confrontation

A mangled narrative depicts a Beleiteel visitor exploring the Holy sights amid a heated exchange. Characters debate blame and judgment while a dramatic society plans a signal and a tense market fence scene unfolds.

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