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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 18, 1917

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One Aim Guides Allied War Council in Paris

Washington dispatch reports Allied leaders to brief in Paris on unified war aims. United States seeks sole objective of crushing Hohenzollernism, urging clear atmosphere and minimal political maneuvering. Colonel House headed mission to push military talk and swift victory through unity among allies.

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Paris council urged as key wartime conference outcome

A fragmented report describes high stakes at a major wartime conference with officials from many nations allied against Germany. It notes plans to accelerate the war effort in industry and government, praising timely coordination as crucial to the Paris council’s aims while mentioning German prisoners surrendering and pamphlets offering concessions for republic support.

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Hughes urges allied unity to avert disaster in war

Sydney November 11 Premier Hughes told the Times correspondent that lack of cooperation among allies was our Achilles heel. He praised Lloyd George and allied governments for forming a united council to boost field operations and counter propaganda, arguing division undermines the war effort and that victory comes only with joint strength.

San Antonio Philadelphia Public Ledger Coneright the Public Ledger Sidney New South Wales Hughes The Times Lloyd George London Times Kerview

Sympathy Strike Notice Served on OS Operators Refuse to Meet Union Men

Plan in Texas and Louisiana for a sympathy strike across trades as Port Arthur labor council demands immediate talks with operating companies. Oil workers union attendance confirms widespread mobilization and a November 20 reporting deadline while production rises in some locales despite mediation failure.

Tlouston Tex Tradns Port Arthur Cannell Texas-Lewisiana Fort Arthur

German mine expansions threaten North Sea naval moves

Reports from Amsterdam and The Public Ledger indicate Germany plans to widen minefields in the North Sea to hinder British naval operations and possible troop landings. The Rosine area may be reopened to allow the British fleet safer passage, while German and Turkish powers face renewed restrictions and expected protests. Kerrville election ordered for December voters. county commission approves countywide vote while denying three precincts. A Worth, Texas truck collision kills one and injures another. charters issued in Austin include Trinity and Weldon trading Co incorporations.

London Tinea Mervtee Sar Aonla Light Philadelphia Public Ledger Amsterdam North Sea Vaderland Vadekind

Camp Stanley to swear in student officers next week

One more week for Camp Stanley men as commissions are ready for student officers. Announcement will be made Tuesday morning November 27 and at noon the men will be sworn in. Representatives from Washington arrived to pass on recommendations of the classification board. Ten signal corps students leave Monday for Camp Alfred Wall in Littlesilver New Jersey for reporting December 1. Remaining students for commissions have until December 19 to report.

Camp Stanley So'elack Bendre Col Wet Johnston A. J. Sheridan Classification Board Washington Adjutant General's Office Sheridan Benjamin Harrison Madina Signal Corps Division Alfred Wall Littlesilver N. J

Italians Hold Back Austro German Drive On Monte Grappa

Washington dispatch reports the Austro German offensive pressing along the Sette Communi front. Italians regain and hold key heights including Monte Grappa while German battalions suffer heavy losses from artillery and counterattacks. Italian withdrawals are measured to form a stronger line.

Washington, D. C Sette Comuni Plesteau Homo Whese Austro-Serians Verdun Tissian Monte Gropya Sette Communi Ling Rome Monte Grappa Monta Wor Fossus Yanson Ttalian Monte Tomateo Monte Tomateos Gimenn

Parliamentary control gains in war policy in London

The London correspondent notes a growing push for greater parliamentary oversight of war policy, with a parliamentary commission now supported by 131 deputies after starting from 47. Government and high command contact could ease interallied policy work, while refugee relief subscriptions continue, including a cable from America by Caruso and gifts from South American donors, though needs remain grave.

London Times Soratee Antonie Light London Filmes Comei Chamber High Command Hatte America Caruso Lilian Cotonies South America

Venice A Deserted City Landon Thorn Servton

Venice is a near empty city as the approach of the army has driven residents away. Only about 20,000 inhabitants remain in theory while most works of art have been moved and the ducal palace stands as a hollow skeleton. Workshops closed and hotels mostly shut except a few. Curio lace and gold work shops are closed as Venetians, examining the ruined state, hope for relief.

Landon Thorn Ban Antonia Phiadelphia Public Ledger Italias Frio Pit Venice Ehaukos Conti Ba Ducal mMorghan & Aquile Curio Thora Venetian Ae Thos Griman

Invasion News From European Front and Allied Reactions

Fragmented dispatches describe German retreats toward the Grand Canal and Ta gous, with British artillery engaging near the river mouth. Reports quote Kaiser Wilhelm’s collapse and a faith that a higher power influenced the offensive as American Red Cross teams rush ambulances and supplies to fronts and refugee siting.

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Miss Younger Barred from Dallas Speech by City Hall Ban

Representing the National Woman's Party, Miss Mauda Younger planned a Dallas talk at City Hall but was barred by Mayor Laavther who called the address inappropriate during wartime and ordered the hall booking canceled. Baptist Church officials echoed the stance citing government support and national crisis.

Dallas Tex Mauda Younger National Woman's Party Wit Spealk Atin Dallag Tne B Lawting Miss Younger City Hall Wilson

Must Fight to the Finish Says pacifist Dill

London reports Representative Dill of Washington state after visiting British French and Belgian fronts declares war must be won and United States must use every resource to end the military spirit. He condemns German atrocities and emphasizes wholehearted American participation despite hate for war.

London Dill Washington State U. 5 A Chia Covncatre Professor Pain Albert Belgium Ivar America Germany

Taylor Convicted in Ambush Killing of Chamberlain

In Taylors, a jury found Ebert Taylor guilty of murder in the Christmas Eve ambush death of Tex Chamberlain, a prominent local figure. The verdict sentenced him to twenty-five years in the state penitentary.

Marines Guard Pickets at D C Women's Suffrage Prison

In Washington on November 17 a group of suffrage prisoners, about thirty, are kept under guard in the Occoquan workhouse to prevent communication with outsiders. Marines were involved as authorities seek to maintain order under harsh conditions. A delegation of imprisoned suffragettes met Secretary Baker, but were sent to the Attorney General for action.

Washington, D. C White House Ordy Ake Baker Genera Aroxars

Habeas corpus cases stalled as Texas court weighs action

In Austin on November 17 the Court of Criminal Appeals faced habeas corpus matters involving former officials including James Ferguson and Charles Stowe. Indictments against McKay may be dismissed if the ruling stands, while Ferguson and Woodmen cases are set for November 25. Alice Paul hunger strike case also appears, with the court weighing forcible feeding and related constitutional questions.

McKay James I. Ferguson Insurance and Banking Chariel Jiuson Stowe Labos W. Woorman Churchill J. Bartlett Hamilton Urininal District Court McBay Bartlett Stowa Austin Gktil Mikey Habest Corp Perguson Woodmen Tex Adestan Court of Crimiinal Appeals Habeas Corpus Casa John G. MoMills Alice Paul Faurie

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