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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 25, 1915

Page

4

Christmas Joy Across New York And Washington

New York citys Christmas display and wide church observances capped a day of wealth distributions and public generosity. The Salvation Army and Volunteers of America aided 20,000 people while stockholders and city workers received Christmas gifts and raises. White House celebrations for President Wilsons grandchildren featured Santa in the absence of the president with a festive library and state dining room preparations. The navy sent greetings to ships and stations as crews shared meals and clothing with hundreds of hungry children aboard the New York and elsewhere.

New York Chy Golene Salvation Army Amurice Eitta New York Stock Exchange Trem & Ro Brooklyn Rapid ‘Transit Company Washington Dy CG Dre. CheatmastPailvilles White House Winon Ellen McAdoo Frasers Sayie Josephine Cathron J. H. Hanrer White Hoose Aden Daniele New Fork Brooklyn Navy Yard Navy

Frick Plans Gift to Preserve Pittsburg School Savings

Pittsburg New Hampshire? Pittsburg Pa Dec 25 H C Frick millionaire coal magnate pledges to pay in fall 25 a Christies gift to the 40 000 school savings depositors in the Pittsburg Bank for Savings closed last Wednesday by state banking officials. The fund totals 167 186.68 with cash payments likely around January 2. The bank’s closure followed a city school collection program reaching 123 buildings. Frick, in New York, moved quickly to shield the children, coordinating with H C McEldownes and state authorities to ensure no loss to depositors. Continued on News Page.

Pittsburg H. C. Frick Pitsburg Bank For Savings Department of Banking City Board of Education Denny Frick New York H.C. McEidawnes Focal G. H. Gatly Bint Bark Wil Smith Frank & Brown Asyla Prick

Peace Prayer 10 Litany of Loreto Message From Rome

In Rome via Paris December 1945 Cardinal Vannuelli delivers greetings on behalf of the Second College. The pope expresses ardent desire for peace and prays the Queen of Peace to intercede. He notes humanity’s cruel carnage and vows to continue efforts with God’s help, while lamenting Christian regression.

Roma Paris Fone Vannilell Europe Leretty Gall Benedict Vannutehli Sacred College

Tremen Are Busy On Christmas Eve Fire Alarm Roundup

Fire department responded to four alarms on Christmas Eve in San Antonio from 7 to 14 o clock. Fires started from crossed electricals, kerosene stoves, and firecrackers. Homes at 323 Cherry street and 1250 Car som street suffered major and minor damage totaling about 6 hundred to 1500 dollars with furniture saved in some cases.

San Antonio Wurner Ti Delagk Highland Park Ronan Cherry Street R. Schuize San Pedro Avenue Virginia Mandal Carsom Street Wiliam Roland River Avenue Houston Jose Patricia Alley RM. Parley East Crockett Street Welling J. T. Walton

Carranzista Troops Cross U S Border Toward Juarez

United States given permission for 3000 Carranza troops to move from Agu Prieta to Juarez to bolster the garrison at the Villa stronghold and aid the southern campaign. They may not pass through El Paso but will travel around it via the international bridge. A naval incident or border control issue is noted but remains unclear.

Washington, D. C Carranza United States Agus Prieta Juarez Stenathen Villa I Paso

San Antonio Celebrates Ideal Christmas Day Across Hotels

Christmas mood fills San Antonio as hotels glow with decorations and crowds celebrate. Guests enjoy hotel dinners, Santa Claus visits, and charity events for orphans, with St Anthony and Gunter hosting notable observances.

Antonio Christine Alleson Bern San Anatunio Neweluys St Anthony Thiel Nat M. Washer Imarked Jereat deNsin Maclyn Arbuckle Maclyn Arbuckle, Well Known At‘ Tor San Antonio Arbuckle Laiwver Texarkana Rawle County Menger Sai Antonia Seelev Ferey Tyrrel Gunter Manning F. Pletz Ehowren Wortham Teiltrek Rite & Dore Pelook Madame Potitelere Mr Plotz Cnn Denise Metbhers Chris Nus Servitern Ware Hinmarae

Community holiday marks county observance and staff awards

A funeral holiday and county gathering were noted as employees attended ceremonies at the courthouse. Officials and citizens shared meals and expressions of gratitude while offices remained open for the event. Local leaders distributed tokens as a mark of thanks to workers.

Moleliea Kpighis Tenikir Louilies Iritmds Ane Euipluyys Tildius Ute Herve Paul Dhe Jalang Atty Val Eran Ulrivins

Snowstorm Paralyzes Missouri and Surrounding States

Heavy Christmas weekend snowfall blanketed Missouri and neighboring regions, with St Louis reporting nine inches and more accumulating. Traffic disrupted, dozens injured in slips and wrecks, and one man killed after falling from a snow-covered trestle as a derelict fishing sloop drifted off course near Corpus Christi.

Ludldsines Tule Missouri Wienots Indiana Corpus Christl Guilt Pishatiés Company Galveston Hort Mexico Weader

Greek Steamer Fired On New York Harbor Flight

A Greek steamer was fired upon near New York by unidentified attackers. The vessel reportedly submerged after the incident and certain crew reported damage and urgency. Local authorities opened inquiries as the ship carried cargo headed for Greece.

New York Bec Grees Ralhamer Toriniy Superheus Greece

Gun Misfire During Christmas Festival In Port Smith

A rifle discharged at a home during a neighborhood Christmas celebration causing injuries. Rinier Weakly, 11 or 12, and Rosa Guinhachor, 17, were involved as witnesses and victims. Authorities report the gun was allegedly unloaded by the owner, while relatives describe uncertainty about the weapon’s condition.

Port Smith Arke Doe Rosa Guinhachor Rinier Youngs

What Does 916 Hold for Your Sunday Light of December 26

The Sunday Light presents predictions from world seers compiled in a year end festival. Forecasters, both men and women, publish their forecasts for major world events for the coming year, offering a panoramic view of anticipated trends and happenings.

Palmer foresees British shells beating back a European assault

The fragmentary text cites Frederick Palmer predicting that British artillery could counter a foreign power, with comparisons to Europe’s heavy guns and estimates of potential casualties and forces. It hints at aggressive mobilization and a belligerent stance, though readable lines are incomplete.

Ftrope Hilleghenee Auprottaey Eam Teaver Bryay

The Paper That Pleases Reeman Readers

A playful note praises a local paper’s entertainment, weekly light features, and top writers. It highlights a superior news service and Saturday light content, urging readers to enjoy the publication and its trusted Ted.

Jnfar Cattauns

Submarine Base Talks Reported At Panama Canal Ends

Unclear text describes General George G. Golinals and Brigadier General Miarence IL Bewards discussing possible submarine bases at both ends of the Panama Canal. It notes potential naval defenses and fielding of a submarine fleet, with implications for joint advice to the War and Navy Departments and note of two warships in local waters.

Panaria George G Golinals Canal Zone Miarence IL Albert Grant Pate Brim Wir Navy Department Cofuatia Volon

Pittsburg Toy Industry Emerges In New Market

Report states Pittsburg firms are expanding toy production with new methods and materials. The note highlights investment in equipment and rising output capacity, signaling growth in a nascent toy manufacturing sector.

Dupvert Pirtsiars Gas Ty Aviv Escessar

Greece Front Awake as War Trends Raise Odds of Clash

An early report from the front discusses Greece bracing for possible clashes on the front lines as Allied and Central powers watch developments. The piece notes entente troops entrenching near Salonika and signals cautious optimism about averting a large-scale Greek advance, with Bulgaria and Turkish forces under Thi.

Cyclone Davis May Wear Swallow Tail at Charity Ball

Washington D C March item notes Representative from Texas, Cyclone Davis, was invited to the annual charity ball. The piece questions whether he will attend the formal event and wear swallow tail attire, amid his committee duties and social obligations.

Washington, T Stasis Texas Washington Lie Fins Davis Esa Travis Avalon Sui Pune Congres Stuty Tayadoles

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