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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1915
Page
8
SAN MARCOS Texas December 38 The Southwest Texas State Normal will end exams at noon Wednesday for Christmas holidays. Several hundred students gain opportunity to spend Christmas at home. Classes resume January 4 19.
A manifesto issued by leading English bankers urges the nation to marshal finance and resources for Britain's war effort. Signed by George Anderson of the Bank of England among others, it calls on citizens to recognize the scale of the national task and the role of financial strength in sustaining the Allies.
British war aims stress total national effort to fund vast armies and munition production. Premier Asquith and under secretary Tennant discuss recruiting, reserves, and the need for public sacrifice, while J W Wooters takes a new post as district commercial superintendent for Western Union in Wagle Pass.
A thief broke into M. Deva Vir’s shop on the Wowery in Eagle Pass, stealing about 8600 in paper cash and missing Mexican bank notes and American gold valued over 500. A Mexican suspect named Santiago Abdala was held after a night watchman spotted him leaving the scene. Police recovered most of the loot from a rooming house basement and the suspect awaits grand jury action on theft and burglary charges.
Beeville Texas reports under 13 inches of rain this year, far below the 20 year average of over 41 inches. If rainfall does not improve by January 1, the year will be remembered for its exceptional dryness, yet farmers remain prosperous due to modernized farming methods and better crops across the county.
Lawmakers in Washington discuss a broad waterways bill with Texas and other Gulf Coast projects totaling about 120 million dollars. Favorable reports from the War Department on items such as Red River Louisiana Arkansas and Brazos River developments are expected to influence the House Rivers and Harbors Committee after holidays.
A federal inquiry into the steamer Maverick, once owned by Fred Jebsen, began in San Francisco with United States district attorney John W. Preston leading. Crew members questioned in Batavia revealed details aligning with prior reports of the vessel's Pacific cruise and a plan to supply German sympathizers in British India.
A dubious Washington scheme markets access to a senator for fees, claiming a “new panel” can deliver introductions and speeches to congressmen and cabinet members. Officials condemn the impostor operation as poseurs seek influence through contingent fees and handshake privileges.
A missing gun sight from a U S Army weapon was reported after a theft at the armory. Authorities note the item is a rifle sight and its loss is under police investigation.
Eagle Pass residents and former inhabitants return for holidays as schools draw students from distant points. Many travelers take advantage of lower rates to visit relatives across Texas, celebrating Christmas with friends and family.
Fred Smith of Mahl Street Greep Bay Wisconsin reports long time weakness eased by Foley Kidney Pills. Weather changes worsen kidney symptoms and cause joint and muscle aches with irregular bladder. Pills help relieve soreness and restore strength, according to A M Pischer, Druggist.
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