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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 23, 1920

Page

14

Refugees Die by Thousands in Bosphorus Horror

A dispatch from Constantinople reports thousands of refugees starving and dying as they crowd the Bosphorus slips aboard makeshift vessels dubbed floating hospitals and mad houses. Amid disease and thirst, relief ships struggle to land the sick while hopeful mothers offer children for bread or water. The American relief effort and French assistance are described as they work to evacuate and provide aid, amid grim scenes of overcrowding and desperation.

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Fall of General Wrangel noted in 1919 battle report

A translated dispatch recounts Wrangel's forces retreating to fortified lines after a Bolshevik assault on the Dnieper. Officers blamed overconfidence and misjudged strength, detailing Wrangel's withdrawal and the Bolshevik advance threatening counterattack and encirclement.

Tank Corps Company Listed for Transfer to Second Division

A tank corps company at Camp Meade, comprising four officers and 128 enlisted men, is slated for transfer to the Second Division within a month. The move follows new division tables of organization, with the company to receive about twelve tanks and join other reorganizations under way.

Tank Corps Camp Travis Secon Lient Colin B. Myersie Camp Meade, Bld Stunt Olivers Fie Wey Wien

Free Lecture on Christian Science by Mike Mery GW

Eight member of the Hoard of hectneship of the Mother Ghiureh invites the public to a free lecture on Christian Science in Byston Mars. The event is scheduled for Friday evening at 7 o clock.

Christian Science Mike Mery Bison Chicago Ghiureh Af Byston Mars Boetha En Atl Peblay So'elock Pversone Ioork Wolock Ady

Army Boys Turkey Dinner Plans Stir Local Headlines

Fragmentary OCR details a local army youth group planning a large Thanksgiving style meal with turkey and dressing. Mentions expressions of gratitude, community support, and a call to gather volunteers for preparation and serving.

Eight Organizations Unite for European Relief Drive

Eight national groups including the American Relief Administration and the American Red Cross announce a united drive to fund relief for Europe, prioritizing aid to starving children. Telegrams from Herbert Hoover urge immediate, widespread citizen participation, with Texas leaders coordinating state actions and planning joint committees.

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Fitus Named Chief Clerk Under New County Clerk

The county clerk announces C W Fitus will be chief clerk under the incoming county clerk. The reorganized office lists deputies and clerks to serve under the new administration, with transitions to be detailed in upcoming notices.

C. W. Fitus Jack

County Officials Appointments Note New Clerical Posts

In a report of county court actions Luthier Van Linding ham Mason Kekles and Youg Lambert Gardyls are named as collectors with Youg Lambert Gardyls aepaties. Frank BR in New Thon oversees elections as Masark Deven or Je Mira prepare for clerk roles. Burke seeks to appoint a former poliber to a principal post while Grasstann becomes chief filing clerk. Wrench and Spanish language skills aid marriage license processing. All county officers-elect assume office December 1 or 2 with anticipated personnel changes after re‑election.

Luthier van Lindingham Mason Kekles Youg Lambert Gardyls Aepaties Benno Schell San Jolson Garvie Legon Jon Mocekel Madow Hyad Une Txt Niree Qealee Setivlay Frank BR. New Thon Mira Thelen Mueller Mlving Mockert Jane Atiley Manik Homer 2. Fennett Mev Burke Daringy Bakes Ho Hag Whad Ruith Eby Garoni Lark Lambert

Wounded Man Shot by Officer in City

A young white mute, Thomas IF Vinson, was shot and wounded by a police officer on Southlamo Street near Alurket Street around 534% o'clock Monday afternoon. He was taken to Robert Us Green Memorial hospital in uncertain condition. The officer claimed the shooting occurred during an attempted arrest as Vinson bolted, with the weapon discharge not clearly linked to any provocation. Nearby references mention unrelated event notes, tickets, and a Beethoven hall listing.

Thomas IF Vinson Robert Us. Green Memorial Hospital Volivemms Ald Sunetda le Fatter Southlamo Street Alurket Street Aplouiv Beethoven Hall Chemmen Itigolots Gale Goggan'y Ady

Murderers Sought After Philadelphia Industrialist Death

Philadelphia police continue the murder inquiry into the death of Hens T. Veiren, manager of the Insler Manufacturing Company. Veiren’s body bore a head wound from a bug wrench, found behind his office. Investigators traced his movements to Saturday night but have little progress. A wounded boy’s condition worsens. police seek a man and a woman linked to the case. Private Johnny Pidaor, injured in a work accident, was treated after a factory mishap.

Philadelphia Hens T. Veiren Insler Manufacturing Company Hove Daly Halinaday Sime Amen Ant Wom Desiree Enid Ha Hou Five Thay

Abandon Plan To Take Juvenile Band On Trip

San Antonio officials abandon plans to take a juvenile band on a trip to Mexico due to immigration restrictions. The Chamber of Commerce says changes by federal agencies make the outing impossible, with 50 boys to undergo Army-style examinations instead. The trip is scrapped and a domestic alternative is pursued.

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