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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1921
Page
4
A farm publication comments on root rot in cotton fields as a scientific warning about repeated planting of cotton with tap roots. It notes the boll weevil debate, argues for scientific observation, and stresses that soil vitality and disease resistance diminish when a single crop is grown year after year.
The Texas Democrats plan a comprehensive comeback in the Fourteenth Congressional District, aiming to unseat lone Republican Congressman Wurzbach. Success hinges on Democratic effort more than on Wurzbach’s strength, as he stands as the sole Texan Republican in Congress and the only Republican to represent his district.
The piece argues that despite Wurzbach's claim to deliver for his district, he has yielded little in Washington while party allies back him for re election. It suggests Democrats might gain if voters elect a Democrat who could secure results, criticizing the group’s self serving motive. The article questions the group s loyalty and the real benefit to constituents.
The piece argues some U S senators opposed free tolls for coastwise ships during a naval arms conference, claiming the move would mislead foreign powers about U S honesty. It notes support for Panama Canal access on favorable terms for American ships, despite Hay Paunceforte Treaty interpretations.
The writer argues the United States wrongly signed a treaty that enables slips of all classes coastwise and transatlantic. They claim the pact should not be interpreted to curry foreign favor, and insist on abrogating the agreement after its intended effect is achieved, condemning the treaty as imprudent and uncredible.
In a Honolulu published letter to the governor of Tawaii, President Harding asks American papers to refrain from propaganda during the disarmament conference. He stresses the press as the key highway to public opinion and warns that distorted news risks foreign influence and failed diplomacy.
A garbled, poem like OCR fragment references lovers, a calendar year, and vague memories. Names and places are unclear. The piece hints at emotional turmoil and a distant memory of a violet year without clear events or persons.
A lengthy report from the funeral directors convention discusses embalming education reforms and an emergency corps to aid body preparation for identification in disasters. The proposal calls for a national board consolidation, coordination with the Red Cross, and regional leadership with chiefs and captains in major cities. The event includes remarks by President Frank L. Weidlinm, arrangements for a Texas barbecue, and a shift to business sessions and official signia discussions.
Governor West argued Texas should lead in manufacturing, claiming the state supplies most raw materials the world needs and ranks first in production. He urged policy to expand industry, while poking fun at Toronto’s import dependencies and praising Texas supply strength.
Parly and Marshal Foch consider a long American tour after receiving hundreds of invitations from governors mayors and residents. He notes it would require visiting nearly every state and crossing the Atlantic again, presenting a test of stamina and public reception amid the wartime postures.
AP dispatch notes the League of Nations Council has submitted recommendations on the Upper Silesian question to Premier Erland. Details are withheld pending exchange of views and U.S. communications. Analysts caution that reported terms remain speculative and focus on averting regional economic upheaval.
The document discusses mediation efforts between Ching and Troon over the Kino-Chaw area. It outlines key positions and the prospect of shifting the dispute toward negotiation rather than force, noting the territorial implications for both sides. The text emphasizes seeking peaceful settlement and considers the influence of external powers on the outcome.
Fragmentary OCR mentions Ler ae ate the and that mediation by a third party could resolve a question. It references President Har ing and the term acquired Gerindo rights in that terri tye. The fragment lacks coherent facts, dates, or identifiable entities.
Winston Spencer Churchill, then colonial secretary, spoke at Mansion House urging Britain to extend empire trade and enable foreign purchase of raw materials for the 1923 exhibition project. He stressed need to expand overseas commerce and showcase imperial development.
Fire that nearly wiped out the oil town of Dunsville in Young county, Texas, was believed extinguished after firefighters from South Bend, Breckenridge, and Gratum battled the blaze. Only four or five buildings remained in the business district, with key structures saved. Communication between towns was severed as the fire's origin remained unclear.
Washington reports the federal farm loan board plans to lend about 900,000,000 to farmers by February. Applications for loans have been tallied, with a total pool of 700,100,000 and 30,000,000 newly available, plus incidental funds to complete the 10,000,000 plan.
In a violent feud incident at Mereville Gilhare near Pex, two Italians were killed and several others injured. Observers report a clash involving Mohd Atteagni, a five year old, and multiple bystanders. The event occurred during a line at a local venue, leaving a scene of chaos and casualties.
A garbled OCR passage presents a collage of dialogue and narrative fragments. It references Pun faces of schoolboys, a clerk, coal buying, and a speculative line about a battleship’s value. The text includes stray phrases about Admiral Binnie and various whispered lines, with incomplete sentences and attributions, yielding a chaotic mix of quotes and truncated story beats.
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