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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 27, 1916

Page

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Cattlemen Meet at Centennial Exposition in El Paso

The first national convention of the Live Stock Association convenes in El Paso during San Antonio’s centennial exposition. Delegates pledge a 1918 convention and to send exhibits from each state, with Texas prominently linked to the jubilee event and future meetings planned during the exposition.

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Jubilee Parade Marks 1915 Fair Closing in Alamo Plaza

Civic and military parade closes the 1915 fair jubilee with four divisions led by Brigadier General Oscar C. Guess of the Texas National Guard. Procession runs from Alamo Plaza along Houston Street to Commercio Street and back, with city offices closing between 2 and 4 pm.

Alamo Plaza Houston Street Laredo Street Commurco Street Oscar C. Guessaz Cexas National Guard Fork Sam Lousten M. Waltz

Men Who Will Direct Fair Are Selected

A list of named men from various Texas towns and organizations chosen as commissioners to direct the state fair. The roster includes James Wadsworth Jr and Robert J Kleberg among others, with multiple city, county, and organizational affiliations represented across the state.

James Wadsworth Jr. Kirby Robert J. Kleberg Schreiner Franck Victor Big Wells O'Brien Brownie Jordan Campbell Cam- Pietons Thomas Iee CAL & BE Galles Beary A. Mugge Cuero I Thi Denton Terry Fint Kon Sau Houston Floresville Templeil Smith Fredericksburg Lasater Falfurrias Ti Veorth Gonzalo A. Martin Gohud J. PR. Vai Greenville W. W. Jones Hebronvilla Gorge Morris Kerrville H.W If i Kennedy Robert J. Kieberg Kink Ville Charles Flato Jr Ingwil Charles von Rosenberg la Grang Lea Beaty Lockhart Dudge Manroth Dufkin Ew. Kirkpatrick McKinney B. d. Fry Marshall Jill Gollan Menard Henry Halft Didland Dittlinger New Braungels Robert Lindsey Nacogignhes Wiehiln Polis Yoakum Aufoniy Ceaumissioners City of San Antonio Affinck George D. Artalatead T. TK. Nalcee

Justice Basis of Peace, Says the President

The president discusses foreign commerce and unfair methods of competition in a continuation of his remarks. He argues for fact based commissions to study industrial conditions and economic exchange worldwide to guide legislation. He emphasizes understanding altered conditions before using broader protection measures.

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Four Days to Pay Tax to Qualify for Voter Polls

Four days remain to pay poll taxes to qualify for voting under County Collector John A Bitter. The office extended hours until midnight, with payments accepted during the day and in the evening, as collectors issue more poll taxes.

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Texas Exposition Spirit Boosts Texas Unity Pledged

An assemblage pledges faith in enterprise for the bicentennial Texas exposition. Speakers from state and national governments, the church, and various interests urge statewide cooperation. Messages from Wilson and others condense broad support and emphasize Texas as the rightful holder of the event.

Menger San Antonio Tesas Cone Sur Texas T. A. Taylor Universite of ‘Texas Gaithering Wilson Fergeson Barrett Pan-American Union United States Wal J M. Kerwin la Porte Antonio Father Merve Sitty California Conianae Caifornia Syreet J. D. Parrell Edwin F. Sweet Department of Commerce Tl Jelly Mgr. Sweet H. C.sandberg Pan- Ameri Union Saudebye Mr. Sweet Sophie Soceet Samberg Terrell Sophie Steet Saratonians

Mexicans Send U S Soldiers Across Border Tale

Report describes alleged cross border actions and a detainee scene at Fort Brown. Names Pedergen Wheeler and others appear with addresses in Illinois and Minnesota. The tale cites Cal a Blacksom or Vorl Brown as commanding officers and mentions a drowning incident near the border.

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Funston Reports Four Killed and Two Captured Near Risvale

Major General Funston informed the War Department of four deaths and two American soldiers captured near Risvale, Tes yesterday. The telegraph from Major Anderson of the Twelfth Cavalry notes ongoing investigations and efforts to secure the captured men, amid Mexican tensions and conflicting military communications. The State Department and War Department prepare to relay details to Secretary Taft for consideration as authorities assess the incident and border actions.

Washington, D. C Law Funston War Department Risvile Tes Tiis Diapateh Anderson Welfth Cavalry Briminier Jinfusm Thefs Wheeler Bays Michael F. King King Rhoda Cunt Chore New York Pwt- Wheeler Fron Bos Virgo Peterson Tne Mexten Tansutuy

President Wilson Eyes Texarkana Inclusión in Southern Policy

Fragmentary report indicates President Wilson weighing integration of Texarkana into his southern policy lineup. Text suggests broader preparedness strides and regional economic ties as part of wartime plans.

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Women Bar Politics at San Antonio Fair Luncheon

Mrs John Casy Grietald spoke at the Equal Proachige Society luncheon honoring the fair, pledging no more politics for the event. Organizers, suffrage leaders, and visitors from New York and Chicago discussed women’s support for the Texas Woman Suffrage Association and the upcoming exposition.

John Casy St. Anthony Hoel Tesuy Wath Mowen Sal Antonio Sirs. Griswold San Antonio Bawel Torganizlion Bing Griswold Reevet Mies Wheaney Brawxenridge Znifiraze Andy Saul Mises Keridge Alinnic Wiser Cayham Galvesian Weras Woman Suffrage Association Texas America Cuteninghan Sag Antonio Exuert Woma Vail Tate M. Youn Antonio York Freeman New York Wesanbee Urea Tor Austin Ghicaga Ehsurels Feanle Barnetseer Orih Chile Georne Mr. Bur Merbie Moon Walter Raanizina Andy Ayer Ercemiaat Organia San Ane

Local Women’s Club Meeting Brightens Galveston Event

The executive board and state officers Mrs Minnie Fisher Cunningham and Mr Micanor Brackenwidge attended a Varied event in Wriday towns near Wriday. The meeting featured discussions led by a committee monitor and auditor with local attendees including Mrs Theiteth Fosse Orga.

San Antonia Wriday Minnie Fisher Cunninghan Galveston Micanor Brackenwidge Waller Mletronay Committee

Response From Britain on Interim Mail Protest

England communicates a reply to an interim mail protest as discussions continue with British officials. The note outlines positions, timelines, and anticipated follow up in the ongoing exchange.

Mute Tongue Incident Stirs International Mail Dispute

A chaotic report describes a diplomatic flare up over mail shipments between the United States and the United Kingdom involving British authorities and naval officials. It notes protests by the United States and mentions restrictions on parcel post and transatlantic mail, with arrests linked to abusive language and prize battlement over censorship. The narrative references Sweden and Sweden’s mail exchanges, framing the episode as a broader carriage conflict.

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Washout Wreck on Mountain Train Injures Crew Near Salisaw

A washout near McKay east of Salisaw Oklahoma derailed a late passenger train from the Mountain line. The engine crew sustained leg injuries, and the wreck halted service after the crash. Doctors attended at the scene as officials investigated cause and delays.

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