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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 10, 1920

Page

11

Witness says more graft by fleet board investigated

New Viet, Nov. 40. Testimony from a Walsh committee investigator details how shipboard graft operated under the Shipping Board. Richardson, chief statistician, cites favored individuals and diverted tonnage to private firms while communities cried foul. Slips were commandeered, vessels reassigned, and shipyard assets diverted to private interests. The witness also notes abuses extended to slips, commercial ties, and allocations, with officials blaming broader agencies. Investigations aim to expose patterns and seek reforms.

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Fire losses prompt calls to curb construction and improve safety

Architect Meelis discusses fire loss costs totaling $80,000,000 in a year and plans to build about 6,000 new homes to offset shortages. He urges changes in construction practices to reduce fire risk as a cold front brings clearing weather and unsettled forecasts for Thursday.

United States Clay Guid Mae

Edison Company Case Weighs on Charge in Court

A fragmented court note from New York covers a trial involving the Edison Company and the Adelphit Coal Company. Judge Mayer reconsiders the division of the indictment as the case proceeds today.

New York Trdietinente Bevelyn Edison Company Adelphit Coal Company Doeattinechig Tydge Atlas M. Mayer Dudge Mayer

LIQUOR IS ALL GONE IN ANSTIV TEXAS NOV 10

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Announce trip plans by Wishligton and Vero

Paragraphic notice outlines plans for a forthcoming international visit. Mentions Wishligton, Nivelle Heure tary COM and Birman Ales Clolly, along with trips to the United States and Argentina sites. No clear dates or outcomes given. text appears garbled and unspecific.

Wishligton Nivelle Uvasilinn Beavan Alpen Parsons Srp

Opinion sought on electing a fourth woman to the House

A reader asks whether electing Mira Nelle Cline of Tiaenenl Quiocent would shift the balance in the House of Representatives. The question references amendments and legislative impacts, noting the November 1 election and the 48 seats.

Weatany Bineed Sie House Apel Kari Lifietad Sans House of Reprasenatives Mira Nelle Cline Tiaenenl Quiocent Veruun

Retreat Report Mixed On Wrangel Movement At Bebiaty

Paris dispatch reports a chaotic military observation from Bebiaty about General Wrangel's forces retreating and regrouping while Soviet troops push near the Routh Onesian front. The note mentions a possible withdrawal and continued pressure from Soviet operations.

Paris Tony Stisin Bebiatyol Stata Wrangel

FARRER WIL DEMAND EQUAL RATE OF WAGES

Huston, Mage, Nov. 10. The convention of the National Grange of the Order of Patrons of Husbandry opened with calls for fair wage rates. Speakers urged equal pay for equal work and warned against labor unions and industrial groups manipulating prices. The address cited Census data and warned of continued opposition to wage disparities and tariffs influencing costs.

Farrer Huston Mage Svaelink Ulliers Tawell Predonia Tie National Grange Tabandy

Taft Opens Campaign Amid Mixed Sentiment

The article outlines Taft launching his campaign amid fragmented public support and reports on internal party dynamics. It notes religious and political tensions, with mentions of potential militant rhetoric and opposition figures shaping early campaign attitudes.

Democrats at Meeting Report on Key Figures and States

A fragmented report notes a gathering of Democratic figures including Jehah Link and Alfred Florani, with mentions of New York and Massachusetts connections. The item references a national conference, local hosts, and campaign money concerns amid a shifting political landscape.

Jehah Link Leecelnes

Will Build Schooner Malifaa Unclear Proposal

Fragmentary OCR text discusses building a fishing vessel named Malifaa. It mentions design and use of the schooner, with references to regulations, arbors, and specific views, but lacks coherent details or clear outcomes.

Malifaa Anternutiel

Cold Weather Grips Oklahoma and Around the Nation

A garbled weather report from Oklahoma City and the national scene notes a severe cold outbreak across the region with record lows. The dispatch mentions US weather figures and a Royal British presence in Washington with references to imperial affairs and wartime prisoners.

Unclear OCR Brief Sparks Price Note in 1900s Issue

Fragmentary OCR text hints at price reductions and restaurant mentions. Names and places are garbled, but references to government and interns appear. Core facts remain unreadable, making precise summary difficult.

Fragmented OCR notice hints at political upheaval in government formation

Uneven text suggests a government formation crisis with references to a new cabinet and presidential role. Names and precise actions are unclear due to damaged OCR, but the fragment points to a significant political realignment and potential executive changes.

Election unclear from disrupted headline and text

Fragmentary OCR shows names and places but no clear result. Mentions Meatzomsiy county and Lepabl Minnetary ballot. No verifiable winner or full details available.

Protect Forests Meeting Set By American Mipor Group

Nov. WOE: willied to discuss forest protection for Amerigan fa wate. Government and state officials to be urged. meeting announced by Wives Tintlock of Symende. Civic leaders plan to press for stronger timber safeguards and enforcement at the joint session.

Chivaga Amerigan Aly Andirindivie

Railway Commissioner Warns on Car Shortage

A speech at the National Association meeting criticizes car shortages in rail transport. Officials note efforts by railroads to improve service and argue for public regulation as essential to stable operation and fair rates.

Harding Fishing Trip Feels Like Vacation Amid Coastal Talk

A garbled report from Harding Texas details fishing plans and social chatter during a stay near Brownsville. Mentions a potential conference between Senator Hunting and the author, plus local remarks on aviation, politics, and safety in the coastal region.

Merger Completed Between Cotton Associations

A merger unites Wueo Te a Division of the American Cotton Association with Vesas Wasm Boren Production. The plan covers cotton warehouses marketing and gathering duties. September and October activities will transition under new leadership as the Farmers Cooperative moves, with widespread participation from workers and affiliated groups.

Wueo American Cotton Association Cntton Uydag Ig Te Lesus Farn Roverphan Valtuelon Cotton Revenge Fehh ARK Nation

Major Ged Ve Littlefield Die In Austin

A mangled obituary style fragment mentions Major Lithefiedd and Ve Littlefield among a list of names tied to a wartime service, University regents, and civic figures. The text references a long Welsh or American lineage, with scattered mentions of defense units, battles, and colonial era figures, but leaves most facts unclear and garbled.

Naval Visit Timetable Shifts Amid Atlantic Talks

Officials from Washington discuss a high level maritime visit to Annapolis as part of broader wartime coordination. The plan involves senior officers and allied leaders to review strategy and equipment, with potential joint exercises and diplomatic engagements.

Senators to bathe in state as next Congress assembles

The article describes a provocative scene in Washington about a ceremonial bathing in a state context as the new Congress readies. It mentions senators, administration power, and forthcoming debates on installations and public works.

Congress

SIMS Denied Naval Service Medal Under Revised Plan

The report notes Sims will not receive the Naval Service Medal after a revised plan. It references Admiral Wiltian and various high officials, including Mander of the Amentes at arrival, with discussion of eligibility and exceptions. The piece mentions national defense figures and dates, outlining why the medal recognition was not approved.

Sims Newport Tony Wiltian Galtesee Amval

Alleged Booze Ring Leader Surrenders to Police

A chaotic OCR report details an alleged liquor ring leader surrendering amid police action. Names, places, and actions are scrambled, but reference is made to resignations, appointments, and a $315,000 bond, with mentions of Liberty bonds and whiskey prosecutions across Chicago and New York areas.

Typhoon Strikes Pacific Steamer. 48 Perish

A typhoon struck the steamer Sam Basilin off Puerto Bello in the South Philippines causing the loss of forty eight lives. Survivors report boats swamped and the wreckage drifting toward Layte coast as rescue efforts continue and authorities assess the disaster near Manila.

Pacific Atanlin Niv Constavine Etramer Sam Basilin Wedang Puerto Bello Jain South Philippines Conventin Bante Samal Netoc Manila Layte

Washington News Briefs on Boundaries and Officials

Fragmentary notes mention boundary issues, a commission, and local officials including a resident justice and a town area. References to Washington and various names appear tangled with stray phrases and unclear dates.

Congressmen Held Overnight in City Police Station

An article fragment reports Congressman J. C. Nuy and others being detained at a local police station after an incident involving a machine described as a tug and other disputed actions. The blurred text references charges of operating something and a night-long hold, with several named individuals appearing in unclear context.

Wielingtin J. C. Nuy Athir Representatiyn Carrert Hese Anling Wwe Watley Amais al Hiquoe Congression Julia Garrett

Agapel Sugar Regiving Copies and Dividend Note

Fragmented text outlines a financial note about dividends and prices, mentioning Agapel Sugar Regiving and a benefit to holders. It references a basis of sewed flee sit and a condition of payment, with unclear details on timing and amounts.

Inanelad Elie

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