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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 11, 1917

Page

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Fear as Russia's new regime unsettles Allied stance

Washington reports that the Maximalists have seized control in Moscow and Petrograd with Lenin and Trotsky at the helm, provoking mixed reactions from diplomats. Officials say the United States will not recognize a Bolshevik government while urging continued faith in Russia's ultimate destiny amid a fragile diplomatic position.

Washington, D. C Russia Kerensky United States Wllich Laur Petrograd Irane State Department Bolsheviski Lenino Trotsky Skerensky All Pointe Mrl Womear Fatharey America Francis Itusyie Rusch Romiruettee al Russi Femncesey Amalia Thor Raxhmellett Sirons Het We Wold Natures

Bolshevik Revolt Rumors Grip Petrograd As Finland Sees Unrest

London reports censorship shrouding Russia as conflicting wires hint at Bolshevik assembly with Lenin and Trotsky. Kerensky's provisional government, military clashes, and Baltic ports including Reval become flashpoints amid German fleet activity and Danish Copenhagen dispatches.

London Russia Petrograd Bolsheviks Lenina Trotsky Kerensky Tere Moscow Finland Copenhagen Wisnatehes Balie Conpmmhtees Tultie Atiaekine Helsinefors Prussia Reval Gulf of Risa Werder Petrosrad Wisnatenes

Wilson appeals for help to classify registrants nationwide

The article discusses the drafting process under the selective service law. It notes the role of legal professionals and advisory boards in guiding classification. It emphasizes how physicians and authorities assess applicants and the importance of orderly, fair procedures.

Lugal Righis Eilons Westating Sato Uhosa Laos

Brotherhoods May Join the AFLs in Buffalo

In Buffalo New York on November 10 the Isig Four brotherhoods of railroad engineers firemen enginemen railway conductors and railway trainmen may affiliate with the American Federation of Labor at the convention opening Monday An 80 000 member increase is anticipated if approved Referendums favor joining The leaders President Samuel Gompers and Secretary Frank Morrison attended a pre convention session Governor Whitman is expected to speak on Sunday The building trades section rejected affiliation with the International Boilermakers and Iron Shipbuilders unions The war effort was affirmed with cooperation urged with government agencies and labor departments plans to aid employment nationwide through government action.

Buffalo Isig America Federation of Labor Durre Federation Samuel Gompers Frank Morrison Gumpers Whitman Building Trades International Boilermakers Wilson War For Democracy United States Guy Geff

Coast tour to include Rockport and Corpus Christi trip

A November coast tour will visit Rockport Corpus Christi and Banda from November 21 to 23. A San Antonio manufacturers and shippers committee will lead the group leaving Corpus Christi November 21 aboard trains and buses with a warm reception planned at each stop.

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Army Officers List Promoted and Transferred in Blurred Draft

A lengthy Army orders list shows numerous officers and recruits named with ranks and units, detailing promotions, transfers, and assignments. The document references Army posts including Fort Oe and Camp hubs, with mentions of aviation, artillery, infantry, and signal corps roles among scattered names and designations.

Viray Ervim & W Willan Joney Pitthy Yarrow B. Vesely Fondle Wiliam Seind Charles By ‘Thomad Ouvet J Bondir Robert Fi. Ennis Shire Benjamin Carter Twesthy Hensey Parker Harold H. Riatine Pourth Edmund 2 Bilwarda Ovwth John C Lleaking Pirsts Willan Marke Albert i. Ives Wthur Brigham Jr Tonthy Wiktiva Jackson Josipha Sheridan Hugh C. Minton Charles W Frank Langham Wilam Maher Glaney F. 'Dunn Louis W. Hassiock Heeckinritce Ray C. Jarper Kennedy George 1 John V Haney T. Wootraw W. Whodbridge S. Taylor Day Pann Richard H. Shubert Hwan’ S. S. Naty Sixtesatll Wilbur C Thn George St. Rode Twantech Gilbert Dp." Kerris Virat Vaigensallacr Vental Piteenth Joseph A. Malheriin Thirlsenth Azel W. NeNeal Fourjeonltt William H. Weight Ir Victor H.’ Betynan Jr. Welfik Wendell Tein Henky J. Moeteake Fromik WY. Leer Thircontt Rishard Uuthile Asaignid Firat Henry HW. Murtitte John C. Mandy Aviation Arctinn Kelly Field Washington Chict Sun ‘Orticer Heh Artillery Caanp Ingos Sparta Taree Rem Ehoman Kerond Henne Lockwood George Re Middleton Bishdhs Wuedel Mixon Heath Yorn Stewart Arthur C. Walsh Need E Buck Raherd WY Yates Ninetvonthy Cael Carney Signal Corps Solty Heid Kamuel Burkhwadt Jora AOW AF Joan C. Revi Boy Infantry Helvertrr Sounaton Batuat Aptaine John Marry Ryhtesh Cay Eymond Aumiln AON Homer AL Mae Court Avertilaey Wyss Altea Yuusamy Tech Ineantry Artest Bunkluod Jaranteys Trenifele J. Barker Goh Infantzys Wisdom A Rarntanti Avalinn Jasob E Bechlord Chanity Pavalegy Minutkhaesen Thurteenty Tent Sheagin Rewruth Ininen Haney Pavaitth Tintanie Ana Mitehan Cain Hosta Camp Bayle Fort Oeherpes

Fireworks at Park Promises Spectacular War Show

Park events feature the War of Nations display staged by the Phearle Dutfield Company with James Cusiffe as chief pyro technologist. The show blends fireworks and circus acts, with reduced admission this week and notable mention of Army interest in pyrotechnics for future operations. Bennybacker volunteers for the National Army, amid a wave of local civic notes and a divorce proceeding in FramscripyL.

Simal Corps Koun-Du-Yuo P. Gach Shy Army James Cusiffe Cunliffe Phearle-Dutfield War of Nilsons

Nearing Scores War At Pacifist Meeting

In Chicago 100 policemen a score of detectives and federal operatives plus stenographers and 260 citizens attended as Prof J Beott Nearing of Toledo defended the People s Council for Democracy and Terms of Peace calling it patriotic He urged pacifism noting war weariness and attacked the Council of National Defense as profiting from war He said meetings will be held in other cities and a central office will be established in Washington

Chicago J. Beott Nearing Toledo Lowden Springfield Nearing Lloyd George Peoples Council of National Defense Hylan New York Over & Finn Funning People’s Council Cen Cr Washington

Pledge Drive Yields Thousands in Texas Districts

Campaign reports show about 35 000 food conservation pledge cards collected in the district office of J B Warrington for Titth Gstreet Texas by Saturday night. The National found that the Fifth district quota of 80 000 pledges was viewed as attainable, though Mexican population factors in Southwest Texas were noted as limiting pledge potential.

John B. Warrington Titth Gstreet Texas Tudy-Tour National Organization For Food Conservation Carrington Golrse Wold

Steal Two Diamond Pins From Brownaville Residents

A thief entered a Brownaville home Sunday night and stole two diamond pins valued at about $100 belonging to Holliday. The intruder fled, dropping scattered items, including a money case with clothing and two valuable violins. Police report indicates the entry occurred while the occupants were present, with several leads named as potential suspects. A separate notice reports a concert by the Ninth Infantry band Sunday afternoon at 4 o clock, with a program including the Preparedness Overture and marches.

Vado A. A. Tonly Brownaville Aveardinus Megey Valo Holliday Peitle NM Muxiv Oscar Biereann Maren Milltaire Vienna Keler Crawford Russia

Personal mentions at the Manger and nearby inns

A string of guests names and origins appear as travelers lodge at the Manger and related inns. Notables include Mrs Florajinlin from Shreveport and Ailon Reds Florsheim, Ashlock of Oakland, Garetaon at Tienton, J Lloyd of Malyuesta, Wlemalle of Temple, Jain G Mart of Big Springs, Rete of Henderson, Lesid at the Manger, Townsend of Tousen, Ross Watton of New York, and Yaghaypol of Wetmiibit among others.

Puryte St Allmnany Mrs. Jr. Florajinlin Ailon Reds Florsheim Shreveport Ashlock Oakland Cal Munger Garetaon Tienton Te Gunter. Tir J. Tloyd Malyuesta Gantar Howart Key Marenall Te Antheny Pant Witter Chicago Manger Wlemalle Temple Jain G Mart Big Springs Tranter I R. Rete Henderson Fe Sty Anthony

Auto Fire and Burn Injury Reported in Local Streets

A man was badly burned on the left hand after a fire started near a gasoline station at South Alamo and Sourrear Streets. The blaze spread to a nearby shed at 710 Elrick but was quickly contained. An automobile owned by He Phrenberg caught fire at 400 Black South Laredo Street at 4:30 pm. the flames were extinguished before spreading further. Bystanders, including 12% Long, assisted in putting out the fires.

FE. BR Gary South Alamo Sourrear Elrick Hephrenberg South Laredo Dao Aga Autoroblio Wad Adebt

Fire insurance ad touts complete protection against loss

The notice touts Aetna fire insurance with complete protection against loss through Joss Ne Jannstan and Burnett, general agents, and Crockett 58. Adv.

Aetna Joss Ne— Jannstan & Burnett Crockett 58

Camp Travia Spearheads Disease Prevention Instructions

Official notice from Camp Travia outlines general health measures to prevent communicable diseases. Guidance includes airing and sunning floors for two hours daily, avoiding dampness, and ensuring proper ventilation. No serious outbreaks or deaths reported, with emphasis on cleanliness, sunshine, and exercise for campers.

Travia

Local school qualifies possibly in Texas report

Prof. I F Memound of a department of education chaired the state committee on credited schools for the Southern States association. He returned from Waco after meetings with committee members to consider applications from high schools for qualification.

Austin Tex F. Memound Association of Colleges and Breandary Soutiern Stalem Waco

Schools Qualify For Admission To The Association

The text lists three schools recommended for admission: Brownwood High, Brackeninger High, and North Fort Worth High in Antonio and Fort Worth. Additional schools flagged as failed to qualify. The note claims this group marks the largest number of members from a single southern state to date.

Association Brownwood High Brackeninger Hirth Antonio North Fort ‘Worth Fort Worth Texay

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