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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1917
Page
3
A 1915 critique questions Prussia's religious stance as Kaiser declares divine right. It contrasts Prussian conduct with Allied reverence, cites Armenian atrocities, gas use, and Lusitania, and notes Christianity's waning glow among German high command while churches in allied nations rally.
The article argues against Pan German influences and paganist tendencies citing Von Tirpitz and Nietzsche, asserting Christian values guide Britain and allied nations. It recalls Polish and French wars, the Battle of Chalons, and warns the German Kaiser’s forces may revert to Nazarene teachings amid World War pressures.
The author argues firms increasingly treat workers humanely, citing concerts and booklets as signs of a shift. Yet concerns arise that employer benevolence may be strategic, tying welfare to profit and risking conflicts with community interests and political power.
The text criticizes industrial paternalism as the worst form of exploitation, noting how some concerts evolve to mobilize support by signaling allegiance with phrases like "the old fag" to drive agendas. It suggests beneficiaries feel obligated and warns against manipulative tactics.
The article reports that Germany officially admits its U-boat campaign has failed. It notes Count Von Reventlow’s Berlin newspaper piece predicting lower September tonnage destruction and explores German officials’ preemptive apologies to cover embarrassment.
A garbled note suggests Roosevelts envoy role in Paris talks. It implies American leadership might steer alliance strategy and outline procedures for coordination among allies. The fragment hints at sending a single American to press for clear directions.
New Yorks Owl notes training aviators as among war time dangers. Mineola Long Island hosts a major aviation camp for military pilot training with rigorous ground schooling and fear inducing flying lessons. Mentions chief tester Bertrand Avusti and associate instructors, plus pilots like Bernand Acosta and Tyldernworth, detailing progression from ground to airborne training.
A damaged text reports San Antonio preparing a wartime flag ceremony with Old Glory to be raised between the Gunter Motor and Brady buildings on Monday. Mayor Bell calls residents to honor the flag as a Red Cross fundraiser and a unity gesture. The proclamation urges loyalty and devotion as flags are paraded through downtown.
The Light states letters intended for publication must be signed by the writer. Names will not be published unless desired. No attention will be given to unsigned or stamped letters, and misformatted or unsigned items are not guaranteed publication.
Editor expresses gratitude for the welcoming reception at Beethwven Hil. A day of high attendance and warm reception is noted with appreciation to the hosts and attendees.
A report from the London News Agency discusses a new anesthetic, nitrous oxide combined with xyget, promising advantages over chloroform. Authorities suggest it may eventually replace chloroform due to fewer side effects, while noting costs and equipment needs hinder early adoption.
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