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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1915
Page
1
Report of Congressional discussion on extending the emergency tax for a further year. House leaders push for renewal as lawmakers debate timing and impact. The plan hinges on revenue measures, with supporters citing federal fiscal needs and opponents urging careful consideration before approval.
Damaged text discusses coal and freight issues in wartime, mentioning American exports, ship.charters, and European freight pressures. References to France's Mercantile fleet and measures debated by Finance and Marine ministers are noted, with circulars to ship owners and calls to increase tonnage.
Shacky report details Sheriff Millard of Hexar County Paw Paw Indiana and Greenfield, Texas deputy, with multiple arrests and releases on habeas corpus. A fugitive fought Texas governor Ferguson’s requisition, was freed in Michigan, then rearrested in South Bend. Extradi tion proceedings face legal resistance over technical issues.
In the site penitentiary here the number of inmates was reduced by eight percent since the enactment of the new policy. The plan aims to lower overall confinement and tighten eligibility for release.
Uncle Joe Cannon and Foss receive minor committee posts as the Coast Defense estimates draw debate. The War Department bill includes fortifications and ordnance funding with proposals for new enlistments, ammunition, and torpedoes, while veteran lawmakers shift roles in naval and military committees.
A three story lodging house on East Grand Avenue burned rapidly in a morning blaze. Victims include Edward Atury 27 Mrs Josie Bakke 26 and Aaron Barablg 22 who lived on the third floor and were unable to escape. Fire officials cite an overheated furnace as the likely cause.
A damaged ad review touts Tote Toney and Tar for coughs colds croup sore throat and inflamed chest. It claims the product opens air passages soothes heals and restores breathing. The testimonial mentions Foley's Honey and Almond with a family of four and long-term use of Skifar.
In Dep ew Oklahoma two masked men robbed a bank yesterday afternoon and escaped with about 4000 dollars. Police formed posses and pursued by horse, one robber entered rear while the other hit the front. A clerk was forced to hand over currency and the vault was cleared before the two fled toward town. The report notes confusion over trial verdicts and references subsequent legal questions.
A New York committee of the Society of Medical Jurisprudence urges the verdict guilty but insane in cases where the defendant is insane but commits a crime. The proposal aligns with a State Bar Association recommendation. Dr. Frank W. Robertson, chair, says a verdict of not guilty is less appropriate due to the defendant's insanity.
A home made cough remedy using two and a half pints and Pinex concentrate claims to conquer ordinary coughs within 24 hours. It warns of relief for bronchitis winter colds and asthma and promotes easy preparation with sugar syrup and Pinex extract. The advert guarantees satisfaction or money back and urges readers to ask their pharmacist for Pinex.
Fragmentary notes reference individuals and places around a Gunter gathering, including names like Anthony Fetermanne, Tit Bi, and Hematon. The text lists attendees, affiliations, and actions but lacks coherent events or outcomes. No verifiable dates, roles, or results are evident.
Knights Templar commanderies from Austin San Marcos Laredo Kenedy Gonzales and Galiud join San Antonio for a field day at the Masonic Temple on Losoya Street with over 200 visiting Templars. A turkey dinner is served at 6 30 p.m. and the Matta degree is to be conferred in the evening.
The document lists officers including Lieutenant Colonel Alfred Fashrouck and Major Anirin Sol among state troops and cavalry units. It notes command roles, quartermaster duties, and specific ranks while indicating a formal signature by a district authority. The text contains garbled names and unclear positions but preserves the military structure and appointments.
A wedding uniting Wear heast Wisconsin and Tex Ark was held on State Line Avenue with two ministers from Texas and Arkansas officiating. The ceremony created a cross state union as partners Brando Gray and Tex-Arky Hine pledged vows. Local board of trade organized the event with public turnout and a bungalow to be erected for the couple. Telegrams of congratulations came from Governors Ferguson and Ways.
The event featured speakers from the Southern Commercial Congress and the American Peace Society. Officials and delegates from various sessions emphasized unity in the Western Hemisphere amid ongoing wartime tensions.
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