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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1915
Page
2
The United States protests Germany’s sinking of the unarmed ship Arabic with heavy loss of American life, citing parallel to the Lusitania attack. Germany refuses disavowal or reparations, and the U.S. warns future similar acts will threaten national rights and citizens, signaling a state of war.
The Corpus Christi Democrat argues Tre Latur opposes the Pan American approach to Mexico’s troubles. It says Pan Americans do not decide Mexico’s ruler and warns against US interference. Carranza’s control expands while Villa dominates parts of Chihuahua, Zapala, and Morelos, with factions in the US resisting Carranza to avoid widening exploitation.
The piece questions U S intervention in Mexico backing Carranza and challenges claims of Carranza’s opponents. It criticizes the Pan American Conference for admitting Guatemala and for its timing on peace talks while asserting US involvement was justified to end border outrages and protect constitutionalists amid factional strife.
The article reports Britain's move to treat cotton as contraband amid war, signaling export restrictions of about 1.9 to 2 million bales. It notes anticipated price slumps in Lutton market circles, storm damage easing, and possible forgone compensation to shippers, hurting Southern cotton demand and exporters.
A district representative argues for stronger troop deployment at Fort Sam Houston over El Paso and Laredo, stressing San Antonio as the key mobilization point for any Mexican operations. He notes inadequate forces on the border, appeals to Bexar County to back a congressman who supports cavalry expansion, and predicts political repercussions.
The piece discusses U S grievance with Britain over treatment of cargo consigned to Paris and the push toward arbitration. It recalls Bryan's 20 treaties claiming they prevent war for a year, notes England treaty binding the U S, and contrasts current negotiations with Germany. It critiques Bryan’s influence and the pride some take in his diplomatic schemes.
A Pillsbury Press summary notes better times ahead if cigar making stays active, arguing that even the poor adjust to luxury and that a busy industry raises workers' spirits. It also highlights a new tariff law limiting low-wage entrants and warns wages may rise if immigration slows, citing San Francisco Bulletin.
A garbled report cites Sone Sleaihing Bogland opposing American pendents to Scandinavian nations and Tipi land over fears they reach Britain's foes. It mentions a US export rise to those areas and a London consul general note, then muddles into unresolved phrases about policy and intent.
Fragmentary text describes Haine Hans and a group tied to Lie Aberty contemplating future plans amid a wartime tone. Mentions aunts, orderly canniber, and a move toward the Army current efforts. References Utica Obacevery and a crestship concept linked to the American Calan.
Readers debate the Light Company rules and a Mexico article in The Mexi can Observer. A Rockport Light Co. letter defends the town from storm myth and criticizes editors for an inaccurate August piece. Multiple letters discuss Red Cross, Mexican relations, and wildlife concerns with local pet or livestock welfare.
Grace and her dog Pom join a voyage with her parents and companions for a sea expedition aboard a steamer. A dog on deck, a scare when Pom leans over the rail, and a chase to recover him unfold as the group tours the ship and canals awaiting further adventures.
Fragmented OCR narration describes Bielostok as a key transit junction linking Warsaw to Petrograd and Brest along the Bug river corridor. Osowiec fortress area, Leonia nearby, and Bielostok's role as a distribution point are noted, with references to Polish frontier lines and late 18th to early 19th century shifts.
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