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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1915
Page
1
A misedited testimonial extols Vitalitas from Wagner's drug store, claiming cures for catarrh stomach troubles and rheumatism after a single dose. The piece weaves in war dispatches about Constantinople and air raids, ending with a note on French trenches and a Prince of Wales visit, in a jumbled, era-typical clipping.
A faction claims trenches are lost as efforts split opinions while observers note North Sun hinders German airships. Austrian and Montenegrin front lines are reported with bombardments and shifting positions. Westerlies, local names, and place markers appear amid decoded dispatches and unclear quotes.
Vienna dispatch reports Abbas Utimi of Egypt, ex-Khedivt, suffering from a serious condition. The German statement says artillery is dodging bombardments as fighting continues near Arras and Notre Dame de Lorete with trench gains and losses on both sides. The Geneva report notes airship activity over the water and a Bruges sentence for carrying letters from Holland to Belgium.
Report claims czars armies face no enemy resistance as Grand Duke Nicholas orders Russo German residents between Warsaw and the front to dispose of property and prepare for removal to interior regions of the country. The citation notes the orders come from the Russian commander in chief amid wartime strains.
Jose Cadena aged 25 was killed instantly when a 45-70 Winchester bullet struck him at about 2 PM on a ranch five miles north of Welmore Station near Bay Antonio. Leandro Martinez, described as about 400 years old in OCR error, was charged with Cadena's murder and arrested later that Thursday. Deputies Newton and Stevens led the investigation, with Cadena's body found after workers alerted authorities. The crime occurred on the Sladen ranch, and Martinez was captured after a description led deputies to South Laresio Street.
Obituary notice for Alexia Darling widow of a Viper ally, daughter of Mire and Dulvnn, written in a dated style. Details include family relations, residence near Waelder, and mentions of a funeral timetable at Waelder with burial at a later date. The text contains numerous OCR errors but preserves the core obituary facts and names.
A large gathering is planned for Friday night at the Texas Theater to press for woman suffrage. Prominent speakers include Mrs Burmeleter, J. tra Kerehavike, Harry Hantzberg, and many leaders from local civic groups. The event aims to boost progress, discuss women on school boards, and poll tax topics, with changed venue to accommodate more attendees.
The senate transfer list includes seventeen department officers named by Governor Ferguson for confirmation. Dr HA Fyke of Fort Worth named as state health officer was not on the initial list, and Fyke declined the appointment. The governor said he is not ready to announce the replacement yet. The batch of confirmations went to the Senate Wednesday afternoon for approval. Names include John Mee of Well County and others across state offices and commissions.
The White Point gas well at the Gurfey Petroleum Company site in Corpus Christi burned, creating a crater over 100 feet wide as torches were set on other nearby closures to prevent a blowout. Flames carried for miles while preparations continued for a four thousand foot prospect well. Also noted is a federal court plea deal where Mrs. Moiselle pleaded guilty to mail wrongdoing. sentencing deferred as the case awaits further review.
Mrs Fannie Hewitt 53 was struck and killed by a southbound street car at 7:40 pm on South Morea street while crossing. The car, operated by W Herber and conductor J W Roberts, found her body. she suffered head and shoulder injuries and a fractured rib. She had been visiting from Willard New Mexico with her daughter Mrs Amma Gray, and funeral plans await notices from husband W T Hewitt. She leaves four daughters and a son, with husband in Willard. The driver was shaken and unavailable to continue the run.
The city advances flood protection by widening the Martin Street river channel. A 75 by 20 foot strip is excavated to 15 feet, earth moved to Fannin Street to raise banks, and spoil used to shore the east riverbank along St. Mary’s Street. A new North St. Mary’s bridge with a wider approach and dike aims to prevent Hood floods that troubled 1812 and last fall.
H B Ronrk aged 74 longtime Tyler resident and Confederate veteran dies after a period of illness. He served with Company Uy Texas Infantry and had been active in veterans groups. Funeral arrangements were pending.
German officers' families and five children were escorted from Psing Tan to San Antonio then by ship to New York and Italy. They head home to Germany under government control. Parents are reportedly prisoners or exiled.
President Wilgun changed his speech to February 3 at the United States Chamber of Commerce convention session after initially agreeing for February 4. He will address a regular convention session the night of February 3 due to Mrs Son’s death, avoiding the banquet event.
A fragmented listing of automobile licenses and vehicle related firms with names and addresses. Includes references to various license numbers such as 604d 422 Mant avenue, HUBL-Serview truck and several company names like Woodwart Carriage Company and Ohio electric airs.
Raw WV and Langlizh jurisdictions show building permit activity with multiple projects. Details mention Avonog, Shaystom, Wyulttingy Broad evonue and Smut Meekberry silvers with costs around 099 and 140 dollars.
Faxed testimony from Schwab of Cuero and Gus Raminger secretary treasurer of the State Tax Association argues for reform in taxation bills before the Texas legislature. They present statements supporting the current system’s alleged fairness and question proposed changes, while referencing the House and Senate actions.
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