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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 29, 1917

Page

7

Pope rejects any new peace appeal says Cardinal

Rome reports Cardinal Caspari issued a Vatican statement denying the Holy Father advocates a new peace push. He stressed the pope seeks a holy, Christian, durable peace and rejects claims of Vatican-inspired anti Italian propaganda. He denounced insinuations and urged Catholics to oppose superstition and stay loyal to church and nation.

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Sheppard vows to jail La Follette if charge true

In Dallas, Senator Morris Sheppard urged Congress to stamp out inflation and criticized Senator Robert M. La Follette amid a Dallas Chamber dinner. He said La Follette is under Senate investigation and warned the public to expect significant votes soon.

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Bequest Dispute Involves Mrs Field Estate Aid

A Houston area report notes a legal struggle over a government aid payment tied to the estate of a merchant named Marahan Meld. The widow of Field seeks monthly support payments amid a Texas suit asserting entitlement to funds linked to a large estate. The case hinges on waivers and the sufficiency of the widow’s self support.

American Officer on Italian Front Brigadier General Scrively

Brigadier General Scrively stands at Italian headquarters studying the situation amid taxing reports to the American government. He reviews dispatches and communicates with top commands about balance of forces and supply lines.

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President Attends Church and Hooverized Thanksgiving Dinner

President Wilson spent a quiet morning attending union services at Metropolitan Church where Bishop McDowell preached. After the service he enjoyed a Hooverized Thanksgiving dinner at the White House, with the meal reportedly prepared to meets Food Administrator Hoover’s guidelines using turkey from Kentucky and other farm sources.

Washington, D. C Nur Wilson Mmethodiet Episcopal Tovve

Villa expected to stage attack today on Chihuahua City

Mishmash of combat reports claims Villa forces planned an attack near Chihuahua City with depredations on the railway. Federal pay, telegraph disruptions, and a train incident are described alongside casualties to General Chavez and his troops, with large sums allegedly misappropriated amid ongoing violence in the border region.

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No clear alien ban heads to Washington scene

Unclear draft notes mention Attorney General Gregory in favor of Ruston Symphony Orchestra members amid a discussion of alien policy. The fragment hints at potential legal action or hearings in Washington, with references to theatre ordinations and possible outcomes affecting other cases.

Washington Gregory Teardey Teg Ruston Symphony Orchestra Ohad Straline Netlin

Teutons Fail In Effort On Italian Front

Scriven at the front, Major Ferdinand Maurice of the Italian war office reports no heavy Allied attacks succeeding. The region shows no new substantial advances, with heavy artillery bombardments and limited troop movements.

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Scriven Visits The Pont Unwrinted Pree Headquirers

Italian headquarters report Brigadier General Scriven arrives to study the Turin Aviation program with Major G M D Marpty coordinating American efforts. General Senven hosts him at dinner as Allied forces assess German activity around Tallinn and the defense lines. The front reports ongoing enemy attempts, but Allied communications and West and South fronts remain robust.

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Turbulent Middle East front reports urge fresh troops and munitions

An Associated Press summary cites General Maurice noting renewed Turkish resistance around Jerusalem and urging reinforcements as German and Austro-Hungarian forces retreat. He credits Italian army efforts for a crisis pass on the Italian front, while warning of renewed German strategic pressure if relief fails.

Nur Jerusaiane Trent Maurice Mirske Gernim Nelly Baron Vast Gemini Germany

Fragmented WWII narrative with trench defenses and digs

The report describes German trench lines defended by stromed trenches and barbed wire. It notes earth dug from five sites deposited in village houses and mine complexes beneath villages, claimed to be shell proof. General Maurice praises British position and potential impact on German forces.

Wwe Dug Tiple Hovdenburs Strome Yall Aranad Maurice

Women Work at the Front Amid Wartime Controls

Dispatches report women employed at the front to fortify the Italian front, backed by civil labor laws restricting age or sex. A German officer's capture confirms Hitler’s pursuit of the drive into Italy, signaling intensified military operations.

Wasmin Italy Lamesas Fuslon Lowespeer Hindanburg

Camp Travis permanence ordered by official action

telegram confirms Camp Travis to become a permanent installation with continued military presence. directive notes that records will be kept at a similar rate to the existing camps and details the formal establishment under military supervision.

Camp Travis Wallington Antonio Uegsentescteani Acer Portivuduy Meiygede

Texas 109 Years Old Celebration Remains Noted

A garbled report from Texas recalls a 109 year old celebration linked to Mrs. Surelana Yarbroush Burns. The text mentions neighbors, a market day, and an aged resident living near Houston, with unclear dates and roles. Separate fragment references Seattle, Mayor Tred, and a November 29 note about city petitions and charges against a mayor, lacking coherent context.

Hounston Lox Surelana Bey Th Binteday Neonesves Thomas Sears Seattle Tred Slatti Wash Miram Gil Meyer

Will Establishes a Pin Money Fur for Presidents Wives

Ma nov 29 a local item notes a Will that creates a pin money fund for the wife or widow of the President of the United States. It states twelve thousand dollars yearly to support the First Lady, funded by Henry a Frohman Jr a wealthy lawyer who fled here recently.

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Americans Praise by France Troops In Wartime Ambience

In France on November 29, American troops receive high praise for their conduct and diverse backgrounds, with officers noting their rapid integration and broad social origins. French celebrations and hospital construction plans unfold, while plans to disseminate enemy atrocity pamphlets to troops are discussed.

Aliens Ousted in New York Front Fortified Border

A garbled report describes actions against aliens and security measures along the Manhattan water front. It mentions order executive cad and guards, barbed wire fences, and a tense patrolling environment near Fort Manor. The fragment hints at enforcement actions and local reaction amid heightened vigilance.

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Railway Strike Flares Up At Chenery Yard

At Chenery yard a railway strike escalates as workers halt operations. Union leaders warn of ongoing stoppages across the line until wage and safety demands are addressed by management. Local businesses report delays and heightened tensions among crews and supervisors.

Yankee Flier Escapes German Camp and Train Wreck

Lieutenant Patrick O’Brien, 27, escapee from a German camp, leaped from a speeding train and fled across territory, surviving electric wires and rivers. After 73 days as a fugitive, he reached Dutch territory and sought aid in London via Belgian contacts, with reports noting his bold escape and perilous journey behind German lines.

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Holiday Discounts for Freight Freight Lines End Snowblock

The report notes reduced holiday rates to travel points and limited mileages tied to holiday schedules. It mentions one third fare for round trips and discounts on interstate routes. Officials discuss maintaining essential transport of food and fuel with limited service to Christmas travel corridors.

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