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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 12, 1917

Page

9

Only Thirteen Days Left to Reach Liberty Loan Goal

Treasury reports show only 828,405,000 subscribed so far toward a 25,000,000,000 Liberty Loan total. Officials warn that by October 27 rapid sales gains are essential as New York banks and the nation push to hit the ambitious target with days remaining.

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Liberty Loan drive reports strong nationwide support

Across the United States the Twelfth Liberty Loan drives show heavy subscription with Crown 60 to 0 percent in various regions. The Eighth Infantry reports $64,190 in funds and national army training subscriptions total about $2,000,000. A telegram from former ambassador James W. Gerard notes the failure of the second Liberty Loan rhetoric, prompting calls to press on with the war effort.

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Germany Faces Dual Governments Says Naumann

Deputy Naumann of the Progressive Peoples Party in the Reichstag asserted that since 1914 Germany has had two governments, the Bethmann government and Tirpitz government. He argued a prolonged division between monarch, parliament and parties caused dualism in state power. In London dispatches the remark was reported with emphasis on the dualism amid broader wartime turmoil. Separately, Sir Wallace Graham, Nova Scotia chief justice, died at 69. He served as assistant counsel on the British war crimes inquiry and in Washington, D. C.

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Mayo in England for Allied Navy Conference

Admiral Mayo commander of the Atlantic Fleet and his staff returned from England after a naval conference with Allied naval officials. The visit aimed to align plans and assess the current situation and operations. Mayo will return to Washington to report to the Secretary of the Navy. Kaiser Arrives in Sofia is reported from Central News Agency in London.

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Weather Briefs From Major Cities

Readable weather summaries from multiple cities report temperatures, wind directions and speeds, and recent changes over the last 24 hours. Chicago Milwaukee and Washington notes describe cool to cold conditions with west and south winds. other cities show varying temperatures and cloud cover.

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Cardinal Gibbons Supports the President in War Duty

Cardinal Gibbons wrote President Wilson praising national unity and urging Americans to perform their duties cheerfully for the war effort. He accepted chairmanship of the League for National Unity and pledged obedience to lawful authority to aid the country. The president thanked him for his support and leadership in guiding public morale during these gravest problems.

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Coast steamer sinks off Delaware coast report

A late day sinking near the Delaware coast is reported to the Marine Exchange from Lewes Delaware. An unidentified steamship was said to have gone down late yesterday afternoon near the coast. No deaths are confirmed and the vessel’s name remains unclear.

Philadelphia Prin Ot Maritine Exchange Lewes Delaware Lowes

Czar in Monastery Petengrad Transefers Amid Crowded Monastery

The former emperor Nichols Romanote of Fike and his family were moved from Tabotale Siberia to the Aboluk Monastery in Monastery Petengrad at Tobelak. The transfer followed a request by the former ruler. He complained of lack of garden for exercise and persistent disturbances from surrounding crowds.

Petengrad Nichols Romanote Ginformer Fike Tabotale Siveria Aboluk Tobelak

Insurance on Crews of Ships Reduced in War Tariffs

Washington reports a government move cutting insurance on ship crews by about 25 percent, effective immediately. The Treasury says the rate drops from 70 to 67 cents per $100, with a one third reduction in related vessel and port fees. The action aims to ease costs for American vessels trading domestically and abroad amid wartime conditions.

Washington, D.C Treisury Department Seemen Agere Muradin

Obregon to Speak on Beringrinle Affairs in New Session

Obregon will address pending matters as president, with cabinet members Alans Ghercon and others preparing for sessions. The dialogue centers on policy choices and governance as the administration outlines its agenda for the coming period.

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Fire threatens town as Ballinger, Coleman blaze spreads

A destructive fire roared through Saint Anil’s business section affecting multiple towns including Coleman and Ballinger. Fire crews battled flames early this morning fanning through structures with limited details on damages or casualties at press time.

First Frost Likely Here Friday Night

The first frost of the season is expected in San Antonio Friday night as a norther whirl and cold air move in from the Gulf to Manitoba. Temperatures may dip into the thirties by Saturday morning with frost possible across the region and winds easing later.

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Red Cross Work Attacked in Propaganda Report

A Washington dispatch questions Red Cross work as war propaganda. The piece cites military and civilian critics arguing relief efforts are used to spread favorable impressions. The discussion notes divisions on wartime information goals and public attitudes toward aid agencies.

Washington Ti Wei Mulwer Markey

TeacH Army to Sing and The Jury Case Echoes

Fragmented text describes a town event with singing linked to an army, mentions Pine Frog, Woolstard, and Alida Nuvbye, along with references to a mayor, a group, and a court case about accusations of conspiracy and price setting. Names and places are unclear due to garbled OCR.

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Sunday Light circulation soars amid high demand report

The Sunday Light warns readers to order early as demand again exceeds supply. A standout feature promises a compelling story about 10 San Antonians. A major restoration near the city is underway, with newly unearthed hidden relics and important discoveries. The Light staff writer will cover these Sunday.

San Antonians the Light

Treasures of the Past at Camp Travia and Ninetieth Division

Camp Travia becomes a city of ackovls as twenty are established to house warfare knowledge. Ninetieth Division officers and men plan intensive study at divisional schools to reinforce military discipline and readiness for war. Read about school days at Crisp Travis.

Travia Ackovls Ninetieth Crisp Travis

Sunday Eight Caridons Briggs and Thess On Hand

Special page notes Briggs and Thess will be on hand along with other good items to amuse readers.

Caridons Briggs Thess

British assault along six mile front near Ypres progresses

Reported British attacks along a six mile front northeast of Ypres push forward with prisoners arriving despite rough seas and weather. The main German defense is weakened by disorganization from recent Allied bombardments as Haig commends his troops for steadfast conduct in poor conditions.

British Forces Press Front Near Ypres In Early Advance

British and French troops pushed the German line northeast of Ypres across about six miles. Haig’s forces attacked in wet conditions, advancing on the ridge and taking positions near Passchendaele, with heavy artillery support and reports of prisoners and gains along the Roulers Menin railway corridor.

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German defense prewar push continues on Western front

Reported Allied and German forces clash as a British led operation extends along the front. Communiques claim cautious advances and renewed bombardments, with troop movements and reinforcements noted by military spokesmen amid ongoing fighting.

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