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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 09, 1917

Page

4

May Transfers Threaten Enlistment at Camp Bowie

Major General Henry Allen ordered a mobilization query to raise the Ninetieth Division to war strength. San Antonio may lose several thousand men to Camp Bowie Fort Worth as some recruits are rejected after a second examination for discharge. Regulars reportedly at full strength, but overall impact expected to be four figures.

Sut Antenin Wuleital Camp Travis Henry 3. Allen Ninetieth Wear Department Edwin St. J. Greble Texas and Oklahoma National National Guard Allen Wan San Antonio Camp Bowie Fort Worth Vay Vileke Camp Trevis Fio Abe

Fragmented Editorial on Conscription And Army Service

A garbled passage discusses conscription in a wartime context. It contrasts applicant assessments with military service, noting examinations and board decisions. The text mentions national army obligations, discharge terms, and faster camp arrivals by the first contingent, reflecting debates on evaluation and enlistment procedures.

Consumption taxes may be eliminated in Senate vote

Washington reports the 356 million in tea coffee and cocoa taxes likely to be axed, part of a 2.516 billion war revenue bill facing a Senate decision Monday. Opponents argue four taxed items raise burdens with limited revenue, while supporters cite higher country prices and comparisons to other nations.

Waslington D.C Senate Borah-Johnson-Kenyon Group Broussard Bausdell Lunisiiaa Nike Lodge Egigland and Vranes Tansdell Curtis Kangsay Sintaons Ti Najee Cormitlus Stone Root

Impeachment Era Imposes Limits On Normal School Repeal Debate

Acting Governor Hobby states he will not submit repeal of the normal school act or other new- institution appropriations during the Thirty fifth Legislature special session. He cites constitutional questions and the pending impeachment trial of Governor Ferguson, signaling limited legislative actions and witness plans for next week.

Austin Tex James E. Ferguson Senate Haphy Hobby Tanight Willes Go Ar Ferguson Nso Merguson Tin Temple State Mank Uie Maavape Benne

Senate Impeachment Probe Delays and House Adjournment

Amid appeals from regulators, Texas Senate shows no haste on impeachment inquiry while the House adjourns early. Thirteen Senate bills proposed without covering all registration topics. only two approved. House passed mileage, per diem, contingent expense, gasoline, and standard grate corrections. Senate debates expand inquiry into Governor Ferguson charges. impeachment schedule set for mornings with 10 am start and 6 pm close.

Austin Tex Reginitore Hott House Senate Moby Howse Hang Senate Stuarts Ferguson House Ariieloa

Mayday Signals Prolonged Senate Investigation Timeline

The report outlines a prolonged Senate investigation involving Thomas or Thamans, noting typical procedures of five hours or days, with references to 85 hours weekly over four to five weeks. It mentions Tre Bayan managing about 16 hours per week and a requirement of several weeks to finish the inquiry.

Senate Tre Bayan

PEORIA DISTILLERIES CLOSE AS GOVERNMENT CURBS START

Peoria and Kentucky report major whiskey producers suspending operations as federal mandates take effect. In Peoria five large distilleries shutter at 11 PM though warehouses still hold vast supplies enough to last the nation for two years. State totals show large yearly expenditures on malt, garnish, and rum, while Kentucky sees about 200 distilleries idle and policy debates move to warehouse storage for export.

Peoria Pearks Useworld

Soldiers trained at Camp Bowie await service in Me trenches

Soldiers at Camp Bowie Texas are trained for immediate service in France. Major General Geehle quotes General Pershing saying training will prepare troops for front lines. About 5000 hand grenades are ordered for practice war fare at the training area. Meanwhile the Sixth Infantry departs Camp Lowden for a southern concentration team at Mousterr.

Fort Worth Tex Soldias Camp Bowie France Pershing Luis Geehle Tiittory Denops Tioutan Smungtibim Stringtlela Sixth Infantry Camp Lowden Southurt Mousterr

Reports on S P Wreck near San Antonio

Wreck of a Southern Pacific train occurred about thirty miles west of San Antonio on September 4. Investigators reported 14 injured or missing, with property damage totaling about 850000 for equipment 70000 for damage and 12 million for clearing debris and roadbed.

Nanaan San Antooio Ube AW Ranurt Bay Antonin

Mexican Mother Loyal in Navy Recruiting Story

In Austin Sept patriotic scene shows a Mexican mother, evoking pride as her three sons serve with the U S Navy. One son remains in reserve while two are serving aboard ships. The mother expresses readiness to consent if the country needs her son, reflecting strong family patriotism and support for military service.

Austin Wis Min Aela Hast Chen Icle Manuel Rosa Mettan Evans

Buckley Pilots Flight From France Reported To Have Fled

Dispatches from Paris report Corporal Buckley of Illinois fled Thursday morning with two comrades against five German forces near the Lorraine front. Buckley, 21, was a Lafayette Regiment member and a graduate of the University of Illinois Agricultural School. Indictment charges and local official notes follow, with ongoing concerns over defense and public safety in St Glut County city areas.

Chigagd Eret Buckley Paris Sane Lacks Guemini T. Wo Buckles Boyenne Tuckley Alo Mreneh Serelor Fn Ned Bean Lirias Ais Tafayette Jin Agricut Anrat University At Vinola

Automobile Hit by Car Leaves Boy Unharmed

An incident near the intersection of South Lar and San Fernando Streets left a boy unharmed after being struck while attempting to dash across the street shortly before 4 pm Saturday. The driver, Lawrence Savon of 324 Soledad Street, was arrested.

Olvaro Arrinzs South Laredo South Lar San Fernando Lawrence Savon Soledad Street Willotts

Allot Liberty Bonds Washington DT Gy Sent 8

The article notes Liberty Bond subscriptions totaling 2,000,000,900 with 82 percent allocated to subscribers via National Bank. It lists leading states and centers of subscriptions and discusses a proposed physician loan scheme blending investment and medical needs.---

Washington, DT. Gy Nations Bank Motion Natonal Banis New York Pennsylvania Ohio California Texas Missouri Minnesota Michigan Indiana Wiens Town Iklihiomit Heldo Kentucky enneHsey West

Finance for Physicians Loans Spark Formation of advocacy group

An early 20th century press item describes a proposed organization of editors and financiers to loan money to young physicians entering practice. The piece argues doctors need good appearance and tools, suggests installment plans for offices, equipment, and living costs, and notes potential risks of debt and creditor demands in the years after graduation.

Dnetnrs New York of & Company Hove Providence Yiricuting Virions Creditor

Wartime Hardship in Liechtenstein Amid Food Shortages

The small principality of Liechtenstein, wedged between Austria and Switzerland, endures severe food shortages as imports dry up. In six months its 2,006 residents received only bread once weekly and half a pound of meat, while meatless days become the norm and agriculture strains to feed the population. Despite a harvest boost, crops won’t reach markets until May, forcing price controls and harsh penalties for waste or hoarding.

Munich Lichtenstein Austria Switzerland Switzkind Lufetttensleig Vaduz

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