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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 20, 1917

Page

8

Invaders repelled four times in Monte Tombo assault

Rome reports Austro German forces clashed with Italian troops along Monte Tombo and Monte Venera in Northern Italy. Italians held critical Piave river line while Austro German efforts to flank the Piave front were checked by Malian resistance at Monte Comba Monte Veneratine.

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Narrow Escape as Shell Hit French Roof Building

In France a German shell failed to injure Americans as officers including a regiment commander and another brigadier general were in a building when shells exploded nearby. An American convoy escaped danger after a hit near Glasgow where American congressmen were welcomed during their five day visit to study war centers.

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Weather snapshot from late week across several cities

Fragmented forecast shows temperatures ranging from the mid thirties to the forties across cities including Milwaukee New York and Washington. Winds shift from south to north with varying gusts and a general trend toward cooler evenings.

Lloyd George Triumphs In Commons Over Allied War Council Plan

In London the reception of Premier Lloyd George's speech by the House of Commons is described as a parliamentary triumph. The plan for a new Allied war council to coordinate war efforts across states is praised by supporters and criticized by opponents. The article notes debates, key figures, and the mood in the chamber as ministers and opposition leaders clash over the postwar alliance structure and military control.

Bondon Premiier Lloyd George Howe of Commons

Invaders Raise Five Flags Over Udine Citadel

Fragmentary report describes enemy gains at Udine with Austro German and Bulgarian forces advancing through the region. Greek and Turkish units are mentioned in the contested front near Santa Maria church as troops maneuver in the terrain around the citadel.

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Five hens rescued after 18 days at sea in open boat

Five men survivors from a Rochester steamer sunk by a German submarine on November 4 were rescued in Ireland after 18 days adrift. The boat, found near Tootstown, carried five survivors. one man drowned during the ordeal and another died earlier. The rescue confirms the death toll rose to two.

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Chance to become an officer in the thrift army

In Wabingtons Nev the war savings campaign opens December 3. Ten or more persons may form a society to obtain a pass from the Secretary of the Treasury. Societies will be organized in factories offices stores schools churches and neighborhoods. Members earning war savings certificates will receive badges and ranks such as soldier of thrift and general of liberty. About 200 new members and 200 new wardens are sought. Meanwhile in NOR-OKTEN Germany over 200 suspects were rounded up at a soft drink saloon on the western front and sent to Ellis Island.

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Soldier Takes Out 310000 Policy and Dies Next Day

Private Ayden At Lut of the One Hundred and Forty third Infantry at Dan Rawle took out a $10,000 life insurance policy under the soldiers relief act. He died of pneumonia the day after signing. The policy moneys will go to his mother, with a $58 monthly allowance for 20 years.

Fort Worth Suphort Ayden One Hundred and Vorty-third Infantry Dan Rawle

City War Dept pressure on San Antonio for reform

A Tuesday morning meeting revealed War Department concerns over San Antonio conditions. General Ruckman cited illegal houses, gambling, and public vice near military camps, warning of an adverse report if authorities fail to act. Anderson and others pledged to cooperate to clean up the area.

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Anglo American War Boards Hold First Meeting in London

Reported in London the Anglo American War Boards convened to align wartime strategy. Key ministers and generals from Britain and the American commission gathered at Downing Street to discuss resources, logistics, and continental site work, with Premier Lloyd George presiding and notable attendees including Sir Edward Grey, Lord Robertson, and General Sir W. Robinson.

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One American Soldier Killed In No Man's Land

Nov 14 report from the front says one American soldier was killed amid ongoing patrols in No Man's Land. Seven American patrols were active during the night, with artillery fire 204 more intense and uncertain casualty figures for German forces.

Irenas Prangh

Riots in Berlin as Independent Socialists clash with police

Serious rioting erupted in Berlin as Independent Socialists attempted meetings despite government bans. Police used firearms under heavy clashes with demonstrators, with organizers cries and weapons reported. Reports from Wireless Press and Amsterdam indicate arrests and forced dispersal into the night.

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American destroyer sunk in collision 21 reported lost

Navy department reports one American destroyer sunk in a collision early Monday. Secretary Daniels says no further details were available, while the target ship Chamewney is listed as among the destruction in the waters near a specified patrol area.

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Woman Rancher Slain in Remote Ridge Fight

A chaotic report describes a rancher murder scene with confusing details about suspects, shots, and concealment. Police interceptors and a central newsroom dispatch hint at a tense investigation across unfamiliar localities and names, with no clear perpetrator identified in this fragment.

Fragmented Text Reflects Obscure Political Rhetoric

The excerpt presents garbled names and phrases about annexation, political figures, and revolutionary proposals. It mentions German influence, imperial titles, and various likely misread terms, creating a murky snapshot of contested governance and public sentiment without clear events or dates.

New BilE Credit Interim Hearing Delayed

Interim hearings were postponed as the defendant faced a request for a 15,000 mark credit line. The case involves Transport ceientilly and a November Jenii session, with officials confirming contact by the ender of the Way. A separate incident reports a fumigation on a vessel and a restricted passage on a trolley route.

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