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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1915
Page
10
A chaotic burial scene unfolds as Frank’s widow Lucile faints after the funeral at Mount Carmel cemetery in Brooklyn. Police and photographers chase the story as officials weigh actions against those implicated in the lynching.
Marietta Georgia August 20 Governor Harris calls on county officials, sheriffs, and judges to cooperate with HFsi- Nehara and grand jurors to identify those responsible for Frank's lynching and vigilante actions. Watchmen guard the site as authorities pursue ringleaders amid public demand for punishment.
Fragmented report notes Sulzberger heirs in Sydney Australia with a 4 million dispute and 90 thousand shares. The residuary estate involves seven sons and four daughters. Governor Ferguson, Austin Texas, sends representatives to Galveston as needed. health officer and adjutant general named in dispatches amid unsettled duties.
In Elgin, Cooper leads the 13 1/2 mile Chicago Automobile Trophy event after 5 laps amid a strong field from De Palma and Anderson. Delays at the pit and a halt allowed Cooper to seize the pace. Cooper and Anderson duel for the lead as reports note Cooper’s pace and late race push. Weather and rain clouded nearby regions as race officials awaited final results.
A fragmentary report from Corpus Christi describes a siege at King Ranch influence near Kingeville. It mentions Mrs Henrietta and a wealthy American family, white employees instructed to sleep on the roof, and guards or soldiers patrolling the main building while items like frexwags and cots were stocked. Two men associated with Captain King were reportedly placed on the main building and routed for.
Texas reports the hurricane that caused extensive damage has moved northward into the Missouri valley. Forecasters say the state is now without major storm impact after several days of severe weather.
A United States correspondent reports Major Edward Anderson leading troops along the Rio Grande near Mercedes Texas. Soldiers patrol the river, watching for possible incursions as rifles, horses, and boats are observed along the waterway. Local followers and officials monitor the tense border situation amid elevated security measures.
Fragmented OCR recounts famed revivalists and preachers such as Finney, Cartwright, and Moody in a sweeping, period voice. Mentions large crowds and notable sermons, with references to events, places, and era-typical revival energy across years and regions.
A detailed account describes a shore controlled torpedo capable of automatic pursuit, remote ignition, and post collision steering. The piece discusses naval tech, a Navassa lighthouse funding, and government plans to establish lights on Caribbean reefs, plus local tax and saloon operations debates.
A fragment describes Lemmon in northern South Dakota as the only town with a municipally owned saloon funded by local option votes. It notes city finances from saloon revenue, mentions state senator Jot OC. Stunter and residents involved in governance, and claims the town pays around 2000 dollars annually to city extents, though the text is garbled.
In Bangor and Jonesport residents discuss William Fr. Whiting who crafted a tin hat with copper band. He wears the erect tin hat in rain and sun, claiming it stays cool, shines brightly, and may attract lightning. Whiting notes concern over weather and safety but continues to wear his handmade hat.
Fragmented text suggests a local report about pests or insects being swatted by police or a patrol. Mentions places or names unclear due to OCR errors and includes stray phrases that do not form a coherent event or date. No clear individuals or organizations emerge.
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