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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1917
Page
9
British forces in France and Belgium consolidated gains near Ypres after night actions. Allied reports say gains were held with light casualties and Eaton losses described as very heavy, as the front line remained pressure ready.
Field Marshal Haig reports British offensive near Ypres achieved complete success with detailed accounts confirming advances beyond strongpoints. London bulletins say early counterattacks were repulsed, casualties were heavy for Germans, and British losses were light as troops consolidated positions west of Havrincourt and Lens.
Oklahoma volunteers arrive by special train to Fort Worth area camp day 16 enrollment brings heavy partying with liquor, fights, and several recruits sent to hospital for first aid. One Indian recruit boasts to be “one great two handed fighting man,” as officers separate brawlers and guard the trenches. Texas and Oklahoma contingents push toward the front with 12 000 men expected. health issues include a few hospitalizations and one contagious disease case, while some recruits arrive with injuries.
The American engineers in France, assigned to a key railway line, haul tons of ammunition and supplies as a French unit under the French government. They face German air raids and machine gun fire from planes. bombs miss but attacks disrupt train operations as crews seek shelter under the engine.
Wisconsin Senator La Follette told a Pro ducers and Consumers conference audience that he opposed war. He criticized U S foreign policy and questioned the sinking of a ship, defending the right of citizens and manufacturers but urging caution on arming and entering foreign ships. The crowd reacted with a tumultuous reception amid some dissent.
Sept 21. The rework of the special committees approving the option for authorization of legal proceedings against Deputy Toni Carmel was duped by the Chamber of Deputies last night.
Weather reports from St Louis Chicago Milwaukee New York and Washington note temperatures from highs in the 60s to 90s and lows in the 40s to 60s. Clear to cloudy skies prevail with mild to moderate winds from the north to southwest and scattered showers forecast in Milwaukee and other regions.
In Austin Texas on September 21 the Senate High Court in the Ferguson impeachment trial closed the taking of evidence and prepared for arguments. Chief counsel Crane said the governor may present statements and both sides would get four hours. Hanger announced a 2 PM recess for a statement. Governor Ferguson testified again about funds from Canyon City Normal and Temple State Bank campaign expenses.
Austin September 21 Acting Governor Lobby endorses a bill to simplify impeachment proceedings by state regulators and boards including the University of Texas Regents. The proposal would allow investigations and actions against officials and board members, pending support from legislative committees.
WW W. Atterbury vice-president of the Pennsylvania Railroad has been appointed director general of transportation for the United States expeditionary forces in France. Atterbury is now in France.
A wartime financing measure known as the War Bond bill has been transmitted to the President for signature. Officials note the proposal aims to fund military efforts and sustain public support, with discussions focusing on timing of enactment and potential impact on fiscal policy.
A German newspaper reports widespread fear of civil war as authorities urge unity and resolve against internal strife. The piece quotes citizens and officials warning that external pressures mirror a deep domestic crisis, with calls to safeguard national defense and prevent turmoil.
Carl Thase editor of the Liberty was released on bail of $5000 awaiting federal grand jury action on charges of publishing articles opposing conscription. Preliminary trial adjourned as authorities submitted August issue editorials and a list of statements to the court. A new bond of $5000 was posted with sureties L. A. Mavrich, G. A. Lowther and Le Mays.
The Prosy Association reports from high naval authority that new measures against submarine warfare are in effect with increasing success. The admiralty states the smoke box system has been received and applied widely, promising added protection for British merchant ships.
Secretary Lansing releases a new German intrigue claim detailing Count von Bernstorff asking authority to pay up to fifty thousand dollars to sway Congress through a known Berlin-linked organization. The disclosure, dated January 32 1217, cites prior payments and hints at continued German influence operations in the United States as investigations expand.
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