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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1918
Page
10
Sofia reports contrasting mood after Serbia halted advance toward the capital. Bulgarian leaders and press deny defeat, praising neutral stance yet showing resentment toward entente powers. Prisoners and civilians endured harsh treatment amid postwar turmoil and food shortages, as Armenian refugees and local officials faced sanctions and austerity.
Mirals Redman and Sims lead a Tiger fleet gun tour as marines and sailors line the rails. The visit to Admiral Beatty and the British king highlights cordial naval relations and a proposal for joint annual maneuvers between American and British fleets. Officials note Germany has surrendered about half its U submarine fleet in British ports and may deliver only a fraction more.
Washington November 22. Secretary Daniels said the Navy will keep war regulations in force until every German warship covered by the armistice is in Allied hands. The War Department will continue to operate under these rules and has cabled Admiral Benson.
An old advertisement touts Danderine as a hair cleanser that removes dust and dirt while invigorating the scalp. It claims the user’s hair becomes tight and wavy with rapid growth after weeks, urging purchase at drug stores or toilet counters.
Nov 22 report from Amsterdam via Central News states twenty seven Allied flagged mine sweeping vessels left German control Monday night and reached Dutch waters from Belgium. A British squadron also received nineteen submarines, with the twentieth breaking down en route.
A dispatch from Washington reports Lt Charles Codian and Lt Hebert Browning of the US aviation corps in France escaped from German lines and reached safety. Codainy, from the 56th Aero Squadron, died after a fall of 4,000 meters on Sept 1 and was held at Camp Rastath in the Duchy of Diden. Captain Hall, son of Mrs. W. C. Hill of Colfax, is the author of Kitchener's Mob.
Henry Gedeon told the National League of Compulsory Education annual convention in St Louis that American soldiers in Europe may return home after demobilization or study at universities in England and France at government expense. He said 350 000 had applied and that veterans trained in European technical and scientific programs would help keep the United States on a high industrial plane.
A dawn chase by mounted police and a citizen posse renewed the pursuit of two bandits, Victor Carmel and Jean St. Germain, believed to have killed Sheriff James McKay and Corporal Charles Horsley. A missing deputy, James Suger, may have been shot.
A special notice touts Vitalitas as a natural strength builder to aid flu recovery. It claims rapid throat relief and eliminates the "all gone" feeling, stating the product is non patent, free from drugs or alcohol, and available from local druggists.
Reports from Luxembourg describe Generals Pershing and the Third Army entering the capital to a warm reception. Crowds lined the streets, showering soldiers with flowers as German forces retreated toward their homeland after more than four years of occupation.
A report by the San Antonio Fire Department secretary shows five months ending October TH costs for horses nearly double those of motor driven apparatus. Salaries dominate the budget with 16 stations, feeding 389 horses at 870 while gasoline for motor pieces totals SLBP. The analysis notes horse drawn equipment require more upkeep and concludes the small motor hose cart is far cheaper to maintain.
The Volitiken's correspondent reports bombardment of Vitikatia, Vinland by three Russian warships flying Kronstadt red flags. The Pinnish government orders evacuation of frontier districts amid rising hostilities.
A note lists a good grade of knitting cotton in all numbers with regular 10¢ grade for Ge ball.
Rotary Club meeting in the St Anthonity Chateau Ballroom discusses making Thanksgiving a full holiday with Mayor Bell asked to proclaim it. Resolution by Max Blam aims to close Rotary establishments for the day. Other items include charity events, Christmas tree plans, and support for a French orchestra concert and local youth activities.
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