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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 19, 1917

Page

3

Wild Eyed Democracy In Russia Proposed Reform

The piece condemns a Russian democratic program advocating a pure democracy excluding certain parties and broad confiscatory ideas. It argues private property and capital taxation clash with equal rights and warns such policies invite disaster. It predicts Russia will learn true democracy requires equal rights and obligations for all citizens.

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Dramatic misfires in a curious wartime press note

A scrambled, florid passage mocks official statements from Secretary of War and hints at dramatic, confrontational rhetoric. The fragment suggests a satirical take on wartime policy and public reaction, with phrases about turning the world upside down and a critique of liberty movements.

Certiahy Taler

Secretaries of Tar Debate on New Inventions for War

The piece questions claims of a noiseless engine for aircraft and submarine deterrents, noting past defense promises and urging the war secretary to substantiate dramatic announcements. It cites hopes for a superior zeppelin era device and critiques delays in submarine technologies.

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Debate on new U S soldiers pension plan and reforms

The article critiques the old pension system as political and unfair, noting examples of underpay and urging a new equitable bill. It explains amendments to align private and officer pay, extend coverage to dependents of the killed, and ensure democratic fairness while acknowledging possible future amendments. It also mentions high steel mill wages and a legislative probe resolution, with references to German offers for American soldiers and the broader wartime context.

Ted Congress

Failure of the Submarine Campaign and German Claims

The piece argues the submarine campaign has failed, noting rising Allied ship production and Britain’s continued resistance. It critiques German predictions about Britain’s defeat, including dates like May and August, and questions German spin, the Mexico dispatch, and the German public’s belief in military leaders. The tone reflects wartime frustration and skepticism toward German war rhetoric.

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Insurance for Soldiers Ends Pension Drift

The piece argues that a new soldiers and sailors insurance bill would replace the old pension system, which misused funds and allowed abuses. It notes Civil War veterans and dependents suffered under pensions due to proof issues and misallocation, and criticizes delays that left some veterans inadequately aided while others with little need still received support.

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What Is Taney That Were to Share American Wit

A chaotic lettered piece notes a contest with quirky poems and nonsensical lines. Prize winners include Molly Anderson Hatey of Mobile and Moe We Tyetaate of New Orleans, with various verses about love and misquoted phrases.

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The Theaters Offer A Mixed Vaudeville Week Bill

Weekly vaudeville at the Majette Wan ac ing inet br tea ene 4 features performers Mithun Thuy and emrps de Tallet in a clever skit The Chalk Line. Irene Douglas Ngel Travers perform in Mendowbreak Kune, with Michan Tateis and Lom Kerr presenting musical bits Johnson Brothers and Johnson offer a minstrelsy interlude Teddington and Grantly close with Bounce Inn music and acrobatics Three performances Wednesday matinee at usual hour and two evening shows at 7 and 9 15 oclock The Royal Wire vaudeville bill includes The Chalk Line and The Beauty Orchard plus acts Alex within Minnie Allen Hans and Olson and Johnson The Gravl Opera House hosts The Heart of Wetona an Indian tale set in Oklahoma with Parker Searborough Belisco Mahan and Wetona’s love drama

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Promotions Accelerate In Army Officers as Rapid Changes Loom

The article notes swift promotions underway across army departments affecting infantry, coast artillery, and other branches. It mentions officers advancing through the ranks, with some slated to receive new assignments and commissions after long service and varied commands.

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Best Talent of Theaters to Play at Camps

The San Antonio Light will furnish weekly coverage for Camp Travis and other camps. The national wartime recreational program launches at cantonments with free entertainment mobilized under Mark Kies, directed by the Commission on Training Camp Activities. Major funding from YMCA, Knights of Columbus, Playground and Recreation Association, and Library Association supports libraries, canteen services, hostess houses, and a soldiers weekly paper planned for national army camps. President Wilson endorses. John Stewart Bryan promotes coordination among publishers and editors for a nationwide effort without ads.

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Camp news and press coverage from wartime camps

Fragmented text describes camp news coverage from several camps including Wars Houston Fort Sam Houston and Worth, with press work by El Paso and others. It notes acceptance from George Painter and Amon Curler, mentions the need for written word to unite men, and emphasizes the role of drill masters and uniforms in fostering shared purpose.

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Soixante Trois Issue: Regular Newspaper From Ambulance Unit

A fragment discusses the Sixty-Third Ambulance Section of the American Red Cross creating a handmade genuine newspaper for its members. The section features humor, drawings, a miscel laneous reading list, and ads from the Own-Lee Laundry. It notes staff focus on humor and mentions a diary and Personalities while detailing sparse typical news coverage.

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Estimate Jurors Needed In County Court System

A Harris County court plan seeks to fix juror numbers for the coming twelve weeks. Judge Be Minor of the 57th District will supervise juror assignments across courts. It is estimated 1590 jurors total are needed with about 150 summoned weekly. The Ulsterd court of Harris County moves to repeal a certain law, forming a committee of county representatives to present the proposal to Governor Loby for action in a special legislative session.

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Endeavorers To Meet In San Antonio District Convention

Readable portions describe the ninth convention of the San Antonio District Texas Christian Endeavor Union to be held at West Westminster Presbyterian Church from Friday evening to Sunday evening. Twenty-one counties will be represented with a full program of services, talks, reports, prayers, and installation of officers.

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