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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1915

Page

11

Mexicans at Brownsville Allowed Bond in War Crimes Case

In Brownsville Texas on December 47 Judy Jids Kirk confessed detailing sentences linking Tetugio Domingues and atriby Cassereba to the October 18 wreck and killing of U.S. Army Corporal MeVer. A third defendant Quinite Giogardo was arrested but denied complicity. Military and police officials await further action as trials and inquiries unfold involving frontier forces and recent battles across Matamoros and La Granidora regions.

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Plans for New Shops and Rails Expansion in Katy Region

A fragmentary report describes new shops and rail lines soon to start in Katy and surrounding areas. It notes rail orders, terminal starts, and infrastructure work tied to roads, with estimates of spending and site development including townsite and passenger freight movements.

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London Libel Case Seeks Restraining Order Against Globe

Mrs Herber t Asquith sues to curb the London Globe from publishing alleged libels. In Chancery the complainant seeks an injunction while alleging personal attacks and a broader campaign. The case cites alleged abuses, social pressure, and a demand for explanations from the paper and its editors.

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Coal Prices Climb Amid Scarcity in Connellsville

Heat on the coal market as scarcity drives prices up sharply in Connellsville and surrounding areas. A two month span shows coal moving from a low price to 54.30 per ton, with buyers reacting to the tighter supply and higher costs.

Connellsville Ena

French loan subscribed amid wartime fund drive

In the Chamber of Deputies Dee Pais urges three months credit on the budget as Alexandre Ribot, French minister of justice, cites a French loan totaling about 72,000.90 dollars from London. Ribot notes war expenses run about 1.59 billion francs per month, with a margin of 70.2 million francs. He stresses funds come from French savings, not speculation.

Pais Dee Chamber of Wemuties Alexandre Rigot Jasnee Juan London Enid Ie Mit Ribot

Italian steamer Perie Suid sinks near port

In a late report from London on December 17 a steamship named Perie Suid reportedly sank after a collision or grounding near a port. The vessel was carrying a cargo bound for Mexico and there is mention of casualties and missing crew members.

Weather Capsule Across Cities in Fog and Warm Spells

A garbled weather report lists multiple cities with mixed temperatures and wind directions. It mentions St Louis Chicago Milwaukee and others with warm and variable conditions, noting highs around mid thirties to near forty and winds from the north and east in places.

Ban on Alcohol in Mexico City Reported

A Galveston Tex description notes a 90 day ban on alcohol in Mexico City decreed by the federal governor to curb typhus spread in the capital. It also reports Governor Alvarado of Yucatan ordering a permanent ban on aquor ta theed finte.

Mexico City Galveston Tex Doe Mesica Arvices Govenor Alvarado Yucatan

Fletcher NAED Is Ambassadeur Nomination At Issue

Ambassadorship for Fletcher Naed and Wallington noted as the president nominates Fletcher Naed as ambassador to Mexico. Henry Fletcher, ambassador to Chile, is also mentioned amid shifts in diplomatic relations with the United States.

Fletcher Naed Mr. Wilson United States Mexico Wallington Chile Wilton Arredanda Amba Aine Waseher Fletcher

Rival suffragette branches meet in Washington turmoil

Fragmentary text notes rivalry among suffrage groups in Washington and mentions leaders and organizations such as the National American Woman Suffrage Association. It references meetings and calls for unity amid internal disputes. Names and precise actions are unclear due to OCR damage.

Winter Wheat Crop Seen Short of 1914 Record

A preliminary estimate from the U S Department of Agriculture projects the winter wheat crop this year at about 540 million bushels, roughly 11 million less than last year but above the five year average. Planted area totals 37 255 008 acres, with overall conditions near normal and yield around 87 7 percent of normal according to early surveys.

Tailed States Department

Ambassador Willard Prepares Return to United States

United States ambassador to China Joseph E. Willand will depart tonight for Bor, then embark for the United States, signaling Willard Ambarcorton’s plan to return home.

Vic Pari Joseph E. Willand United States Shain Nicht Bor

Shop window smashed in San Angelo jewelry theft

A brick smashed a shop window at a local jewelry store in San Angelo, Texas, allowing a thief to seize a quantity of jewelry before escaping. Value of the stolen items has not been ascertained.

San Angelo Tex Qaen Wim

Palmer Reports on America's War Struggles in The Sunday Light

Frederick Palmer begins a six part series in The Sunday Light December 19 on America's problems amid World War I. He argues our fleet could not stay at sea in war, drawing on wartime events and President Wilson's preparedness plan. The issue also highlights cultural features and other topics in The Sunday Night edition.

America Bakst Wyle Gottld Shepard Foundling Italy Camille Clifford Womay Europe San Antonio Ayel

Food shipments to Germany amid war era debate

The document outlines U S and allied concerns over sending food parcels to Germany and Austria through neutral routes, noting opposition from lawmakers and references to the House of Commons and naval wartime policy. It mentions parcels shipped by parcel post, the role of ambassadors, and the aim to avoid aiding the enemy while addressing humanitarian needs. It cites restrictions and the impact on civilians, with emphasis on wartime logistics and policy debate.

Washixuhon Germany United States Gerpiany Cader America Vaneinnine Niwete Offaly Jaint Shery Cave Miedaner- Dechuaal Postal Vonvenynott Amerie Cay House of Navy Ansteie Sandhved New York Ansiria

Salonik Will Be Held Permanently, Says Report

The report describes the siege affecting Saloniki with Allied and British civilians at risk. It notes foreigners including Germans and Dutch refugees, a rail suspension between Saloniki and Grevkol, and tented refugees seeking safety at Vedi as fighting continues nearby.

Salonik Salonirt Anslians Loniki Cily Fom

Kentucky River Flood Destroys Property In Kentucky

Heavy rains across Kentucky cause the Kentucky River to rise rapidly within 36 hours. Towns like Frankfort report the river at high levels and widespread flooding. The Ohio River near Evansville shows high stages as the Kentucky River mouths spill over. Major damage is reported across several counties as weather bureau notes rising water and potential risk.

Louisvilia Weather Bureau Frankfort Ohio Mstsitson Ind

Frost Forecast Delays and Snow Across State

An early forecast warns of frost and freezing temperatures spreading across the state tonight into Friday. Expect rain and snow in portions of San Antonio and surrounding areas with possible wintry mix and colder winds.

President Williams Plans Remake of Chri Highbtiesta Ca

Faded text hints at a presidential plan involving Chicago action and a high level meeting. It references motions, defense strategies, and a presidential context, with vague mentions of preparations and officials. The garbled OCR obscures clear dates or outcomes but indicates formal planning stages.

Belgian relief ship hits mane in transatlantic voyage

Fragmented OCR text discusses a Belgian relief ship incident and related names, locations, and events. It mentions Westine areas, Marty Blur, San Mel, Angies, and various unclear references to people and places, with no coherent narrative.

Fragmented Note With Unclear Context and Jumbled Text

The readable fragments reference a discussion of males and losses, mentions of a theory and substances, and an unclear date range near 1880. No coherent event or identifiable entities are established, leaving only garbled phrases and partial statements.

Serbian rioters provoke unrest amid disputed leadership

Disjointed OCR text hints at a protest or upheaval in Serbia with references to authorities, factions, and local figures. The garbled lines mention officials, a university or academy, and potential regional names, but the fragmentary content prevents a clear narrative or event date.

Minor Points Cleared Before Decisive Action Hinted

State Department to withhold full contents while clarifications proceed on Austrian reply regarding a proposed diplomatic exchange. Reports note unsettled interpretation of terms and potential public disclosure delays as Washington and Vienna seek common ground on permissions and responses.

Storm tragedy details from local report unclear

Fragmentary OCR text describes a storm incident affecting a child and mentions names and places, but specifics are unreadable. The record preserves the general event tone without clear dates or locations. Further readable content is required for a precise summary.

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