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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 09, 1917

Page

3

Army Truck Power Boosts War Effort Report

Army engineers unveil a new Liberty Truck for battlefield use designed to carry heavier loads with enhanced durability. Production notes claim standard parts and government use only, with orders for 33,400 units and efficiency in assembly. Proponents say it exceeds prior trucks in strength and weight capacity, while several regional reports discuss market implications and regulatory delays.

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Eastern Star Convention Draws Large Texas Attendance

Nearly a thousand delegates attended the thirty second annual convention of the Grand Chapter of Texas, Order of the Eastern Star, in Beethoven Hall. The event began with welcomes from Masons and star officers, with sessions, exhibitions at Kelly Field, and numerous grand officers and representatives registered from San Antonio, Fort Worth, Dallas, Houston, and other cities.

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Grand Chapter of Texas delegates host in San Antonio

The San Antonio chapters of the stern Star welcomed nearly a thousand delegates to the Grand Chapter of Texas convention at the St Anthony Motel. Mrs. Mabel bre Eldridge led the receiving line as state officers and local dignitaries greeted attendees, with banners and a large flag backdrop enhancing the ballroom setting.

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Evening program honors Grand Adah guests

Mrs. Marjorie Wolford hosts a social evening featuring a musical program with vocal numbers by Mrs. G B Gwinn and Mrs Florida Sharpe. Punch is served. Honor guests include Laura Mart past grand matron Meg Laura Dovbin past matron Army Chapter Leavenworth Wa, Jabra Bejmondson San Marcos, Mary Loach Dallas, Lewis Crabb Fort Worth, M Washer San Antonio No 2, Dr A A McDaniel right worthy invocate and patron.

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Reorganization of Washifolon Council reshapes defense groups

In a sweeping reform the 350 member committees under the Council of National Defense are to be dissolved. New committees will reflect the inti Chemuntees, with members transitioning from purchasing to selling to the government. The move aims to align with legal limits on official involvement and curb conflicts of interest.

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Clark to Aid McAdoo West Tour Schedule

Speaker Clark plans to join Secretary McAdoo on a western tour covering Missouri Oklahoma and other states. McAdoo will visit ports and cities from Portland to Dallas with dates in October including Salt Lake City Denver Colorado Springs and Muskogee.

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Mexico to Buy Corn Amid Frost Damaged Crops

Mexico City officials announce a government fund of 200000 to purchase corn for immediate relief. Negotiations will begin once the food neutral board grants permission, with aims to stabilize supplies and curb price spikes caused by recent frosts reducing corn yields.

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Border battle report from San Antonio Pass clash

A native arriving from San Antonio Pass reports Mexican government forces fought bandits near Candelaria Tes opposite San Antonio Pass. Six bandits killed, five wounded, plus several prisoners. clash described as part of wider operations by federal troops in the region. The report notes ongoing security concerns and references a Confederate convention in Chattanooga scheduled for November 17.

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Entente airmen raid in Flanders reported

A London Lines to San Antonio Ledger dispatch describes entente air raids over Flemish coast during autumn days last week. German posts were attacked. observation balloons and guns engaged as civilians sought shelter. Damaged fortifications, collapsed structures, and casualties are noted near Zechrusse lock and Keebrneee bridge with ships and towns affected by bombing.

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Six Balloons to Race at International Meet in Muskogee

Six balloons were scheduled to leave at noon for the ninth annual international balloon meet in Muskogee. Pilots listed include Capt Jour Berry and W. F. Assmann with aides, while the event anticipated gusty winds and several balloons alighting in the Gulf of Mexico region.

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Mexicans Returning To Mexico After Mobilization

A San Antonio governor staff member reported in Austin that many Mexicans who previously left for Mexico have begun returning. He noted a large number had joined the army and were mobilized at San Antonio, with further movement indicating a shift in personnel and regional activity.

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Bernhardt Is Godmother and Tampico Strike Settled

The text reports Bernhardt named as godmother by CNC Agg and describes Sarah Darnhardt addressing a crowd of a large family with gifts. It notes Tampico oil refinery strike settled with workers renouncing further work, credit given to Tamaulipas Governor Ricaut for peaceful handling. A New Jersey newspaper suppression is also noted with Edwin Prieth losing a press privilege for publishing material deemed seditious.

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