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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1915
Page
1
Fragmented report notes strong push by factions for Armitage and allies in Portland and Beaumont areas. Mentions Vitalis product scandal, election preparations, and political maneuvering across multiple cities as voters weigh candidates for mayor and county offices.
Texas towns from Dallas to Waco mark municipal elections under state law that requires filings today and charter rules for smaller cities. Fort Worth and Houston are among larger cities choosing officials, while Wisconsin debates a related question in nearly 100 Wisconsin municipalities as warm weather lingers.
Frank Langer a 37 year old mail carrier long employed by the post office in the business district died Tuesday at a local hospital after being found critically ill at his North Street home. The San Antonio native, carrier No 3, leaves a widow and daughters and is survived by his father Pecdinand Langer his sister Mrs Hosn Fuss and a brother John Langer of El Paso. Funeral plans are on hold awaiting his brother's arrival from El Paso.
Directors of the San Antonio Terminal Company were elected for the coming year at a meeting noting only one change on the panel. New officers include J. Schutt as president and N. White as treasurer with W. White and V. Wallthill in key roles. Attendees from Galveston and Houston joined officials from St. Louis and local offices.
A golf tournament honoring six visiting girls from Austin will be held at the Country Club on Wednesday. The event includes a 4 a.m. first round with luncheon, a second 9-hole round in the afternoon, and two prizes for best net and best gross scores. Pairings list numerous participants and sponsors Mrs Bennett Jr and Mrs Mate Stewart.
A garbled report outlines German protests over press access and U.S. relations. It notes a high level meeting in Washington and references officials and actions by German and U.S. authorities amid diplomatic friction.
The Easter concert at the San Antonio Symphony Orchestra hall promises an excellent program under Cane Layet and AMUN Claassen. Miss Vern Nette and Miss Kise Sternsdortt will be soloists as the ensemble performs Grieg and Edvard Grieg and Schubert pieces, with a notable suite by Grieg and selections from Peer Gynt.
Nave Duan is named to entertain two distinguished visitors this week. One address on civic art is set for Wednesday night with eminent American sculptor scheduled to speak. Governor Ferguson plans to attend Thursday afternoon. A large committee includes Chamber president Brown and local leaders, with many civic figures listed as escorts and hosts for the reception at the Gunter hotel.
A large meeting of the Mi A association heard annual reports from departments over the past twelve months. President Affcelt presided. General Secretary Miles summarized work. Dormitory improvements reduced rates. An employment bureau was proposed. Finance showed membership at 1035 and expenses covered. A $114 debt payment to the San Antonio group and $281 to state work were recorded. Religious work noted 56 Bible class members and 1700 Sunday attendance. Street meetings reached 60 events with 000 total attendance and 70 new converts. Directors elected: R C Jones, C Todd, Harden F P Smith, Dr G B Gwinn, A Arnold, S G Bechtel Sayeral.
Pegoud, a famed French aviator, reportedly attacked and brought down a German Taube near Saint Menehould while flying at the front. He reportedly landed beside the crippled craft, captured the German pilot and observer, and later drove off additional enemy planes, including a raid on a military installation.
The document discusses rights of neutrals under international law amid Britain’s blockade. It cites the 1956 declaration and argues United States objections to extended blockades that straddle neutral ports and ships. It notes UK orders in council and the need to respect neutral sovereignty while allowing prize courts to operate.
Death notice for Loven Kronkosky at his New Braunfels home. He died Monday morning from heart disease. Survived by sister Mrs Rose Allen Gonzales and sons A Kronkosky San Antonio Emil New Braunfels Theodore St Louis Me, daughter Ira Rose Gebhardt San Antonio. Funeral held Tuesday in New Braunfels with burial there.
A Wheeling style affidavit attests Swamp Root relieved kidney trouble. MEL HILEMAN and JOSEPHA MILLET swear the remedy helped after doctors doubted survival. The statement claims sleepless nights ended and full recovery followed after taking multiple doses.
Readable listing shows automobile license holders and addresses including YA Stone 238 Washington Street J E Engle 923 Hare Street Walter Amand Daman Street A G Wetacti 67 War Street. Names appear with vehicle brands and street details in a fragmented early 20th century municipal notice.
The notice lists several marriage licenses with names that appear garbled or partial. It mentions Benjsmin FL Washer, Mee RB, Keller and Mollé Belic Hat, Sherals FH Robbing, Eieande Ha, Fethard Wolfs, Ginnm Gebel, Thomas Eileveeth Wwllman, Taths jeen Haggnod.
Fragmented OCR mentions Tetter to Dr Kilmer and Ce at Binghamton New York and a vague claim about convincing a fine. It references Valuably da formation and a San Antonio event with a daily sit noted as hotties Car Bie Ot atl iru vtorks.
The United States warns Britain against restricting neutral trade by blockade actions at sea. It asserts rights under international law and the London Declaration, pledging to protest any violations and keep trade routes open for American merchants.
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