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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1917
Page
2
Emperor William spoke to troops during his Arras front visit. He warned the enemy relies on Somme experience and vast munitions, while France seeks liberty and Britain pursues power. He urged unity and faith in providence as submarines target enemy supply lines.
J. W. Hucker, county sales manager of the Liberty Loan bond issue, met with his committee to continue the selling drive totaling 3,000,000 in San Antonio and vicinity. The plan adds mail appeals using circulars from banks and utilities, urging subscriptions with easy payment options and doorstep collection by committee members.
The Federal League for Democratic Control files an injunction in Kansas City to block city county and state officials from enforcing the draft registration law. Governor Gardner and Mayor Edwards named along with local election officials. The petition alleges the act creates involuntary servitude and seeks quo warranto actions against aiding state officers. Hearing set for today as organizers led by Raymond I. Moore challenge legality amid prior anti enlistment controversy.
A Georgia woman describes five years of facial eczema cleared by Cuticura Soap and Ointment after using one box of Ointment and two bars of Soap. The letter, dated July 10 1916 from Kennesaw, invites readers to request a free sample by post card.
Dallas May 29 counsel for the Farmers and Laborers Protective Association of America say the anti conscription probe stems from National Manufacturers Association efforts to crush unions. They claim 200 witnesses found no disloyalty and note pre draft words cannot prove conspiracy. Federal grand jury continues probe as Texas rangers sheriffs and agents testify. In Anderson county Texas farmers seek to disrupt a group opposing the draft and some witnesses travel to Dallas for grand jury testimony.
Max Spar of 1207 Avenue D was struck while crossing at West Houston and North Flores Streets at 7 PM Monday and taken to Robert B. Green Memorial Hospital with non serious but considerable bruising. J T Kinsel, a Pearsall farmer, was arrested for careless driving. George Bryan, Morgan Woodward Co driver, escaped with a crushed finger when his truck rolled over at South Flores and Arsenal Streets at 5 PM Monday. vehicle damaged.
Galveston Tex May 29 Plans for a cooperative handling of cars by all railroads entering Galveston aim to save at least twenty four hours on each car. Operating officials have worked out the plan after several days of conferences. Under the plan every loaded car reaching the port will be available for other service at least 24 hours sooner than formerly.
Made of good quality cambric, liberally cut, unstitched finish with lace and embroidery. Every garment a wonderful value in the June White Sale. Match sets in American hand-embroidered Teddies and gowns in flesh and white. Priced in the June White Sale at 1.48 to 4.48.
An extensive collection offers the finest nainsock in flesh and white with sheer lace and embroidery trim. Described as the greatest value at the $1.48 price point.
Secretary of Labor Wilson drew a sharp rebuke from Rep Burnett of Alabama, head of the immigration committee, who says his recent interpretation to ease enforcement for Mexican laborers on border farms exceeds authority and will be taken to Congress if not changed.
Paris reports the French Socialist party will associate with the Russian Socialists for a plenary internationale conference. Moutet and Cachin announce the French acceptance and pledge to defend democratic peace and national liberties. A French delegation will also attend preliminary talks in Stockholm.
The advertisement promotes handmade embroidered garments made of fine nainsook fabric. It promises perfect fit and the latest dainty lingerie designs at prices from 2.48 to 5.90 in the June White Sale.
Mid summer weight knit underwear offered in white and flesh tones. Light woven fabrics in union suits and drawers, assorted styles and all sizes. Prices range from 124c to $2.29.
Made of perecale all colors and sizes represented Your choice in the June White Sale at 25c.
An Army air service flight from San Antonio to Boerne ended with Captain McDonald’s plane striking a tree during a lightning storm. The craft was slightly damaged but repair crews arrived quickly and McDonald suffered only minor scratches. Machinists from the aviation corps supervised the repairs.
Fort Worth Tex May 29 Bill Hornsby brother of Roger Hornsby of the St. Louis Cardinals was shot and instantly killed this afternoon A bartender was arrested in connection with the incident.
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