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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 07, 1917

Page

3

Plans to Aid Farmers With Seed Shortage in Southwest Texas

The Chamber of Commerce led drive urges seed relief to prevent farmer bankruptcies amid scarce fall and winter supplies. Officials propose coordinated purchases, storage, and cooperative groups to obtain seed at cost, backed by government price supports and aiding transport. The effort targets Southwest Texas growers, cites depleted stocks, and seeks emergency funding and organized distribution to stabilize planting.

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Army Men Activity Notice at Navarro Street

Fragmentary OCR reads as a public notices item mentioning names Jolmaon Steeles and Ade Arp with a Navarro street address 270 Navarro. It appears to be a community or military event mention with unclear dates but references to a Wednesday evening gathering and a lawbraw Onob Tre feasts context.

Aqvention Rade Ta Tone Per Doz Jolmaon Navarro Ft Ade

Ogden C Johnson Dies. Burns Companied by Widow

Ogden C Johnson born 1871 in Indiana Texas died October 4 in Vancouver. His body will arrive with widow and two children Ogden 17 and Dorothy 4. He served as head counsel of the Badurn Woodmen of America for four western provinces and belonged to Port Worth Masonic Lodge 148.

Ogden C. Johnson Vancouver Vananda Mr. Townson M. Joinson Tigien Ogden Johnson Indiany Texas Cominy San Antonio San Antonio Acavens S& Ms Johnson Wesley Deen Charles W. Ogden Ashby Ralph At Osden Taylor

Adopt a French Orphan Court reform meeting notes

The Anthony Daughters of Fettelia held a lint meeting adopting a French orphan, with plans to reschedule Thursday events. Knights of Golurobuy will provide entertainment, with costs via card only. Mrs Heiss to assist, and Mrs Malawneh to report on charity efforts.

Anthony Knights of Soerrs Wilby Heansferine Pather i Kane Vet Court Turin Wit Ure Lourt Contare Iuighowe Tivos Lmgpine Rex Mmalawneh Lis

Take Up Incorporation Meeting Discusses City Takeover

A meeting of local committees in San Antonio on Friday night considered forming a corporation to manage city task protections. Plans aim to unify efforts with city officials and the adjacent township, with investigations to be reported at a later called league gathering.

Aino Heianty Creda Improvement Loagne Ls Revidar Hovise Tariennvinittera Timates San Antonio Atlas i League Aline Meighby

Dr Brooks procedures and law changes noted in Texas report

The report from Austin mentions a medical operation on a Jr. 4. It records statements by Ter Oat FTO Atford Lim and references to Lexa and Layer Laifvarvily, with notes on recovery and complications. It also covers a Twenty Fifth Legislature action amending law and court actions in Greenville and Austin regarding writs and property matters.

WACO Ter Oat Atford Lim Reteriie Jr. 4 Py Isrovsks Layer Laifvarvily Lexa

New Wesley House Opens November 15 in 1900s District

The new Wesley House will open about November 1 after reconstruction, with expected cost near $6000. It will offer practical, social, and some industrial work, and needs an industrial building with chemistry, domestic science rooms, and a gym. Funds are not yet secured, but directors hope for subscriptions. three trained workers are in the field, and the Woman's Council funds the general expenses.

Wesley Woman's Council Wesley House Bey Sumula Dutveest General Board of Misnets Nashville Tein Pdr Ullicor Henge

Texas PTA Board Holds Meeting Here

The Texas PTA board met in the city with San Antonio and state officials in attendance. New members joined Post 1 as officers and reports showed posts in good standing. A future meeting was set for the Gunther Hotel room with local affiliates urged to attend and welcome visiting leaders.

Eldie Regaton Sonic Ta Ik Mountiers San Antonio Waco Virinus Flourisatoy Boa Tunis Cleles Ghom

Lecture on Christian Science in San Antonio This Sunday

An announcement lists a free lecture on Christian Science by Chirence W. Ghadwink of Omaha at the First Church at Christ, Selentiot in Onton, Massachusetts. Doors open at 2 45 PM with public audience invited Sunday noon events described.

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Economy to Be Watchword Ot New Governor

Tyler Texas October report notes Governor Hobby's first address as governor. He outlines policies on wartime costs, pledges economy, and talks of reducing expenditures while ensuring vital services. He condemns political infighting and affirms readiness to reform budgets, education funding, and state operations for efficiency.

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Funeral for James F Gare Garb Held Monday

The funeral for James F Garb was held Monday with services at St Marys Church at 9 30 in the morning. The body arrived in San Antonio and was taken to the cemetery for burial. A large group attended as officials and lodge members paid their respects in a solemn commemorative ceremony.

James F. Garb Wochostes Sir Mary's Church San Antonio Uy Zizi Iaigits Behan Gaetan Maley Order of Miberainns Lote Gommbor Lodge Almeihera Gare Fan St. May's

Finerty to Manage the Housing Bureau in War Board

Finerty named manager of the War Recreation Board housing bureau. Headquarters planned near the Alamo area with a new directory of city offices, utilities, and services. The move aims to organize lodging, telephones, and public stations, plus an expanded library and visitor information center.

Iinerty War Recreation Board Anasintis ehittKe Saan Ay Kamew Alina Mirm Ubeert Quel Alamo Wnhe Fa Fe de Yvonne Chaivon War Board Atheelie Ral Wood Sehiedinos Gutgmobiie Rityxcheidea Tron Xfia Laeinberthin Stethel

Vast New York Public Library Beacon of Knowledge

The article extols the New York Public Library as the world’s largest reading room, detailing its vast resources and accessibility. It notes branches in Manhattan and the Bronx, inviting patrons to explore books and services through the navy trains and free access, highlighting the library’s role in informing visitors and residents about its extensive collections.

Paterfawilias New York Ot Shelving Luca Fohn Dace Washington SH Une Metropolid Vlad New Yorker Sao Asprin Bronx Vngilarti

Obituary notice with incomplete name and age details

An obituary fragment reports the death of a local individual, mentioning a widow or spouse and a named person, with missing full name, age, and service details. The readable bits indicate a traditional notice but lack clear dates, locations, or successor information.

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