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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1928
Page
10
General Pershing received an ovation as he urged unity among veterans and citizens. He praised Allied and American efforts in World War I, endorsed the peace treaty, and warned against low voter turnout and demagogues challenging national duties.
Henry Ford and Thomas A. Edison, famed allies of industry and science, stand beside Edison’s first steam engine at the dedication of Ford’s Edison museum in Dearborn Michigan. Ford appears to the left in the scene.
Today continues with notes on aviation advances and public figures. References to post offices in New York, air mail expansion, and plans for cross country travel by air and Pullman cars are described, alongside humorous quips about aging hearts and old gentlemen. The piece mentions the Puritan dirigible landing on a Washington roof and hints at broader transport dreams and population figures in New York City.
Delegates urge every congressman and senator to declare stance on the draft and to contact voters. National Commander Spafford denounces pacifists and stresses building a strong merchant marine and aviation support. The Legion backs a Gold Star Mother Pilgrimage and promotes wartime preparedness.
A large Veterans crowd filled the auditorium to open the 10th national meet. General Hines reported on veterans relief costs and proposed consolidating activities under the Veterans Bureau. Governor Mondy welcomed delegates and highlighted the American Legion’s forward-looking mission.
Mayor Chambers praises veterans during a welcome for Legion posts at Alaino City. Wallace Mood notes 109 new posts forming as American Legion leaders vow to honor war dead. Younts and others commend the group for seriousness and resolve while a local ad promotes Legion merchandise.
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