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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 03, 1915

Page

7

Dynamiter of bridge seeks extradition from Canada

Werner Van Horn, accused of attempting to blow the St. Croix river bridge at Vanceboro, pleads he acted as a German officer and asks Canada for extradition protection. Canadian authorities build a case for extradition while Washington and Ottawa discuss legality and intent.

Vancecoro Melel Werener van Horn St. Deniz Washington Count Vor Bernstorff Canada Dendinim Authaeitee Yan Torn Montreat United State van Horn van Hort Kenton Thalsted Canude van Horns Canatian de Briteh Lusistyte Department Cunmdlat Olticlain McAdysa Jututinn New Brunswick van Hors New York Werner van Higrn St. Croix Vancehorp Tall Clir Horn Pinnsers Harl von Horn Bavaria Genral Von

Life sentence possible in Yao Hom case

The document outlines alleged crimes tied to an extradition request from New Brunswick authorities. It cites Section 282 of the criminal code as basis, detailing indictable offenses involving injuring or threatening railway safety and damaging trains, bridges, or fences.

ST. John N.G Werner von Nora Vanerbors Z. EB. M. Baxter Attomner General of New Brunswick Haxter van Horn Kouwlé Wien Fife

Rockefeller Foundation Under Fire In Economic Debate

Testimony before a federal commission revealed Greene of the Rockefeller Foundation defending the charter and noting charitable gifts and programs. He argued there is no power to oppress the foundation and denied intent to influence labor politics while admitting campaigns could be run against workers compensation.

New York Greene Rockefelter Foundation Aid Fuhr 1 Nockefeller Apett Mmirsang Foundation Ipararine Cork Chtarada Roskefeller Foundation Tacketeler Foundation Haman Behale Behale Stockefelfer Rockefeller Directors ' Insurance Wittsh Che Charman Wairh Mr Greene Ivy J. Lees

Nine Die In Fire At Mayburg Causing Local Shock

Nine men perished in a warehouse fire at the Mayburg chemical plant in Worest county as gas heated structures exploded. Six others were seriously burned in the blaze believed caused by gas mains pressure. Fire crews battled the flames as authorities investigated the cause and the extent of damage. Jewelry thefts in Dallas and a note on business conditions in Washington were also reported in regional briefs.

Ane Eire Bank Novise Tionesta Chemvital Company Mayburg Worest Eee

Fire damages hotel in Chicago amid crowd and fear

A major fire struck the Kaiserhot Hotel area in Chicago damaging upper floors and forcing guests to evacuate amid thousands of spectators who crowded streets. Firefighters contained the blaze with no reports of injuries to occupants. Samuel Gompers was among those evacuated as other nearby brick buildings faced risk while the threat to the new Kaiser tower remained uncertain.

Chicago Trefehena Samuel Gompers American Federation of Sor

Federal probe of wheat deals to be pressed

Washington reports a federal inquiry targets major grain companies amid wild wheat and flour price swings. United States district attorney leads investigations into banks and records tied to West and North water-line connections, as bread prices jump and bakers push for further increases. May wheat futures fluctuated, May at 1.86, June slipping then recovering, with a volatile trend that unsettled markets.

Chicago Arden Charing Fy Clyne United States Erin Horner Dextren Test Mua Nor Bridauvlles Menorts Che Struts Boyanetess Joe- Ty Dorth

Slingsby Estate Heir Decided Legitimate in York Case

The probate court ruled Charles Slingsby’s son the rightful heir to the Slingsby estate in York Shire valued at 509000 pounds. The child, reportedly born to the lieutenant in the British Navy and later residing in San Francisco, is confirmed after two years of court action and testimony from Guff farnia and other records.

London Deb. J Charles TR. Slingsby Slingsby Yorkshire Charlee R. Slingsby Briteh Navy Atterard San Francisco Ceutenant Slingsbrs

Temperatures Across Cities Forecast For Thursday

Weather notes list forecast highs and lows for Saint Louis Chicago and other cities. Temperatures range from the mid twenties to low thirties with northeast to northerly winds and mostly clear to fair conditions expected Thursday. Continuous updates note readings in Fahrenheit with local variations and brief mentions of wind directions.

Chicago Milvadere Terpurature Omlin Ingeres Benveny Thenny hoUll Loweal Hansas

Feiner Gems Imported In New York Report

Fewer gems imported for January near one million four hundred thousand dollars more than the prior year. The report highlights precious stones and trade figures, noting a rise in value and shipments as market demand grows amid broader commerce data.

New York Pen Jean Hay Ata

Poverty and Death Rates in City’s Poor Areas

A February report on infant mortality highlights stark contrasts between Johnson’s outer slums and better districts. It notes high death rates among babies in poorer neighborhoods, linked to factors such as maternal literacy, breastfeeding, and work conditions. The document cites rates approaching 198 per thousand in the worst areas.

Washington Doc Ale Qureno Johnnson Whenity Bales Cnly Wiley Ul East Thomann Atepid

Sleep Talk Lands Soldier in Jail in Desert Reward Case

A soldier who muttered in his sleep caused a disturbance at a municipal lodge and hotel, leading Patrolman Bakeligo to detain him. The sleeper claimed desertion from Fort Bill Okin, while Wheatcraft at the scene sought a $100 reward for deserters, and Votek filed a claim for the reward after the incident.

Dole Maren Varley Wheatcraft Fort Bill Okin Nalive Votek

Belgians Still In Need Of Supplies

Chicago has given £120,009 for relief of Belgian war sufferers and was asked to contribute £106,000 more by the Chicago Belgian Food Relief Committee. America has sent about $20,000,000 in food and money, yet 1,400,000 Belgians do not know where their next meal will come from per the relief committee report.

Shicagl Chicago Toduey America Belglum hHiMal

May Trade Prisoners Rumored In Vatican Report

February 2 reports from Rome indicate Britain Germany and Austria favor a prisoners exchange proposed by Pope Benedict. The plan would swap women and children for men over 55 with details to be published in the Vatican official organ after all belligerent replies are received.

ROMD Vetican Great Britain Germany Austria Pope Benedid Osnervatere Roni Vatican

New Engines Ordered By Major Transit Firm

Contracts signed for the purchase of twelve locomotives from a Lima Ohio firm. First engine due around March 1. Total value over one million dollars. Production to employ about 2400 to 4400 workers. Regional notes, weather and political references appear garbled and nonessential to the core item.

Chicago Lima, Ohio Re Minnots Centract Rathrand

Senator Stone accuses Bolters as conspirators in ship bill fight

Amid filibuster tension in the Senate, Senator Stone denounces Democrats as conspirators against the ship bill. He cites a coordinated effort with Republicans to derail a government shipping policy, urging orders against a rebuke. Clarke’s re election as pro tempore sparks fresh clashes as Norfolk, Arkansas figures weigh loyalty and strategy. Report of wrecks and flooding in St Louis county follows, with farmers facing disruption.

Pinay Guy Beady Chirka Dria Junction Howe Benitar Kenwell Stone Hoy Public Mondey Xevin Sunulors O'Gorman Vardaman Senator Stone Kevime Stone Ortora Brutus Democrata Agai Senglur Stone Clarke Senate Arkansas Democratic Party Slome Sid Vaucus Tts

Suffrage Debate Moves Through Arkansas Coalition

A murky report from Arkansas outlines a push related to suffrage and proposed amendments within the coalition. The Senate and House discussions center on access and timing, while petitions for amendment were filed with the secretary of state.

Egasidgrd pOyeatertiay Secretary of State

Relief Work Unified New York Formed for War Sufferers

A committee of business leaders and war relief society representatives in New York formed to centralize and systematize relief for European war sufferers. The group aims to broaden nationwide scope, with plans for committees in other cities. Officers named include Joseph Y. Ghosele honorary president, W. Barton Hepburn president, Robert Bacon, William T. WeCombs, and Trac H. Mason honorary slow presidents.

New York Europe Joseph Y. Ghoale W. Barton Hepburn Robert Bacon William T. WeCombs Trac H. Mason Heaorary Slow

Sikhs Sentenced to Death for Calcutta Killings

In Punjab Calcutta case, seven Sikhs were sentenced to death for killing two police officials during the unrest after the arrival of the steamship Komugaja Marv from Vancouver. Troops fired as Hindus mutinied and deportation orders faced resistance.

Calcutta Jeltezpue Punnjab Komugaja Marv Vancouver Culla

Russian Girl Wins Gross of St. George

From Moscow Feb 2 reports the Russian casualty list includes officers and soldiers among the wounded after major battles. The front is described as active with ongoing operations and a Russian officer awarded the St. George cross for gallantry amid the recent fighting.

Gross ST. George Por Worth Tex Las Moscow Vin Petrograd Rorton London Alosvan Fleur Farmers Union Olen

War knocks out antitrust suits in New York port

Government lawsuits against Prince Line and others for restraining trade in ocean carriage between U S ports and foreign ports were dismissed as wartime effects shrink the case. Judge Lacombe notes the European war largely dissolved the allegedly unlawful conspiracy, making further discussion largely academic.

NYA York Antti-Trust Gulls Peeme Prince Line Lamport & Alt Thal Sgainet Qlt Minqabers United States Far Eastern Conference Lacamue

Gambos In City Faderien Gambus Visit Mexico

Gamboa, minister of foreign affairs, is seen at the Travelers' Hotel in Mexico City amid talks on Mexico policy. The visit signals strengthened ties as officials respond to unrest linked to the Mader revolution and anticipate further diplomatic activity in the capital.

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Banker to Pay Debts in Montgomery Scattered Text

Fragmented OCR notes report a banker to settle debts in Montgomery Alabama with figures around 400,000. The text references a sequence of names and locations, but lacks clear dates or actionable details. Further readable lines are needed to identify participants and outcomes.

Warsaw Attack Not Decisive Despite Heavy Fighting

In the Warsaw sector both sides remain entrenched as German and Russian troops clash along approaches to the Polish capital. Reports claim German efforts near Boliman and the front west of Warsaw have yielded some ground but not a decisive breakthrough. British and Allied observers note renewed German bombardment and preparatory artillery action across France and Belgium, with submarines threatening merchant shipping and editors warning on potential reaction measures.

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