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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 24, 1917

Page

3

Fire Chief Hosts Visit to Fort Worth Delegation

Fort Worth Fire Chief Bruce presided over a hosted gathering with visiting officials from San Antonio and Houston. Attendees included Walter Smith and Richard Jains, with medical and ambulance personnel from Roy and allied responders. The event covered fire safety coordination and downtown response plans.

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Carnival Draws 6000 Despite Cold Crowd

Carnival crowds of about six thousand attended events at Alzafar temple in San Antonio despite chilly weather. The Shriners hosted shows featuring Don T. Kennedy attractions with the "Dynamite Kid" act performing seven lions in a tented arena. Animals, though fierce, performed under trainer guidance, drawing visitors to see stunts and cage demonstrations. The park lit by electric lights, decorated with flags, and prepared to host larger crowds for the remainder of the engagement.

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Society Notes From Local Event Schedule

A string of community gatherings and club events fills the week. Rehearsals, elections, and musical performances are planned by various groups including the Travis Club Daughters of Catia and the Woman's Club. Nancy addresses and local notices detail dates, fees, and receptions, with a Halloween program at Hat Wells School and a Manor visit by Louise Nagel.

New England Conservatory singer Marion Skinner at Boston recital

San Antonio readers note Marion Skinner Gargster of Soland and Mrs. G. A. Skinner of Fort Sam Houston appeared at a Boston concert, praising her performance of Spring Is Here to a large audience. The Evangelical Church plans a 3 pm Sunday sacred concert. Harry Hynan to return October 8 for a D.A.R. state conference in Orange in November.

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Home Front News Bureau Formed for War Reports

A new home front news bureau is announced to keep families informed about soldiers and activities. Brigades and divisions appoint chiefs, with headquarters at a union street corner. Correspondents will supply local news and athletic events, while censorship and travel duties are assigned to staff veterans.

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Probe into west despising committee meeting in Austin

Early transcript shows a committee meeting in Austin on October 24 to discuss tentative plans for investigations and to arrange a joint committee session tomorrow. Representatives Tillowson and Bryant attend with chairmen Wik By and Itmy. Westhronk’s status remains uncertain.

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Minister Tries Black-Draught Health Claim

A damaged ad-like fragment touts Black-Draught as a cure for stomach trouble and indigestion. It presents a minister as user and promotes Buck-Draught as a remedy with confident health claims and a sales pitch tone.

Fort Worth Fray in Early War Mobilization Moves

Reported plans show Fort Worth area schools and volunteers mobilizing into camps near the city. Officials outline entry for widows, regiments gather, and a headquarters at Ram Noo 1 amid signs of a broader conscription effort.

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Motorcycle Police Crackdown Slows Speeding, Says Lieutenant

A police commander says reactive speed traps are cutting speeding at Site Mtonightpoers. He cites patrols, raids, and penalties of 25 for each offense as deterrents. Motorists are urged to slow, with arrests not routinely aimed at violators unless violations persist.

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Drinkers Seek Candy as Whiskey Shortage Bites Chicago

Fragmentary notes indicate drinkers in Chicago pressing for candy amid whiskey shortages. Manufacturers trace delays to order backlogs, with hints of industry-wide supply strain and consumer pressure.

Comedy That Fails Is Tragedy He Says

Charles Withers at the Majestic this week calls a failed comedy a tragedy. He recalls a rough Oklahoma audience and notes the show’s uneven reception. The performer argues the crowd’s mixed reaction reflects the era’s taste and the play’s outdated melodrama.

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Shyiera Gala Dances Through Wednesday Night Carnival

Slirkers and Elly ty Pane along with Alaiye Laurel of Shy iera will preside over a midweek event in San Antonio featuring frontier style panels and a charity carnival show. The venue Gowen's Tatigni hosts the late evening program with proceeds benefiting Wed Cress tml. Chapt Arie Slercs will appear in full regalia at the Lie Seoliish Kite Armory.

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Good Digestion Preserves Beauty And Health

An article extols digestion as essential to beauty and complexion. It touts a digestive tablet as a remedy for dyspepsia and poor digestion, claiming it preserves skin and helps the user look well. The piece reads like a medical advertisement with strong promises.

German plots in Ireland loom as conference looms

London reports a German plot in Ireland tied to the Irish Convention and a push by Premier Lloyd George and Edward Carson. John Redmond and Asquith react to developments while Britain contends with German influence and possible covert intervention.

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Fire damages several buildings in early morning blaze

A blaze damaged six small buildings on Suny Street and nearby properties, destroying a $400 stock and causing extensive losses. The fire started in a storage area with cases of marches, spread to a dwelling on Fifth Street, and prompted emergency crews to respond with protection measures. No injuries or arrests reported as investigators trace the origin to improvised wiring.

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