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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 11, 1915

Page

3

State Department falsity over Carranza report sparks dispute

United States Consul in Vera Cruz denied a Washington memo claiming Carranza fled to San Juan del Puerto. The debacle accuses the State Department of accepting Villista or falsified notes, while Germany rebuffs neutrals’ assurances. U S vows to defend seas rights amid possible severance of ties.

United States Canada Vera Crux State Department of the Cenenil Carranza Vera Cruz San Juan d'Tilea Washington State Department Villista Party Tre Liqut Bryan Associated Press Carranza San Juan d’Uloa Tre Lreuthes Carranze Villa Canade Ryan

Germany's Reply to Wilman Note Sparks Crisis

Germany's answer to the second note from President Wilman on the Lusitania raises a grave crisis in U S relations. The German text is not fully released but press summaries indicate Germany insists on its right to sink armed merchant ships under certain conditions and denies unrestricted attacks on noncombatant vessels without safety assurances for passengers and crew.

Germany Wilman United States

Miss Addams and the absurd force doctrine

The piece discounts Miss Jane Addams和平 views on war and peace. It notes her Hague visit and European tours, where leaders said peace should come only after victory. The writer mocks her claim that force never settles anything and argues her position undermines her credibility on other serious matters.

Jane Addams Miss Addams Europe Convention of Women Hague North High Seas Addams Adshims

French General Joffre Views On War Stages Revealed

An associate of General Joffre disclosed his opinions on war duration in the second stage. Joffre has not publicly confirmed these views. The veteran commander sees the war naturally dividing into three phases beginning with the German advance toward Paris, which stalled by mid September as invaders halted.

Joffre Paris

Joffre’s three stage view of the war strategy

The article outlines General Joffre’s plan: hold the Western front to keep Paris and the sea at bay, wear down German forces by attrition, and trigger a brief decisive final phase once the German army is sufficiently weakened. Allies expect time to favor them as long as fronts hold.

The Marne France Joffre Imander Germany

Submarine Policy Talks Hint at Future Navy Reforms

Galveston Tribune reports on Navy Department talks about reshaping submarine policy amid a looming shift in naval power. The piece speculates on cooperative uses with airships and envisions a future supersubmarine of 3000 to 5000 tons capable of 25 to 30 knots, extended cruising range, and heavy armament, while the dreadnought remains central for now.

Arixens New York Navy Department Navy Newa Pramies Galveaton Tribune

Slang Should Be Retired and Language Reform Discussed

Molnda Biatle argues slang terms like some guy some class and get busy should be suppressed as they stale and degrade communication. She notes changes in usage, urges curb on words and references cultural norms and labor law limits to support a permanent language reform.

Rural Autocar Service to Reach U S August Two

A Washington dispatch notes a rural auto carrier project will begin across much of the United States on August 2, with 106 machines ordered to carry mail. Prospects favor quick adoption in farming regions, signaling vast time and labor savings for postal service as roads improve. Texas, with extensive highways, is poised to join the road boom, per the Fort Worth Record. Accidents from speeding autos rise, especially at grade crossings, prompting calls for safety measures and possible restrictions on auto production.

Mby Fexas Eutomedite United States Washington Corraadeit Texas America Rtveeon Tribunc

Compelled by Patriotism Amid War Woes

A Times Herald editorial laments Americans moved by national peril while urging resolve. It argues citizens must confront their country’s danger and avoid indifference to prevent national catastrophe.

Orisiy Erisia

Navy bond plan to boost American fleet provoked debate

A convoluted statement from Rovrgrney denounces national novelty measures to dominate US policy. Juv withers objects to proposals tied to government action and Dreguinted by Porvena seeks to control Philadelphia district. The piece notes a contemplated five hundred million dollar bond to expand the Navy and Army program.

T.wadires Porvena Aialin AEST

Gilder Letters Hint at Hidden Duchess Affair

In a melodramatic scene, Mr. Gilder discovers a concealed letter from Agnes to her husband, hinting at an illicit liaison. Mrs. Gilder worries about exposure while planning a future where trust and secrecy collide, as the couple nears their twenty-fifth anniversary.

Beth Keerete Gitter Mingell Liberty Howeg Angi Oman Eaid Uena Pantter Gilder Nettin de Gnacan Gildar Mr. Giider Tamarrow Alwara Mra Timer Giller Agnes Ling Sealoge

Daily Fashion Hint on Seasonal Bathing Styles

The article notes numerous bathing styles for the season with conservative choices prevailing. Motorists favor subtle colors and restrained trims such as braids bindings and cords, while younger readers prefer elaborately conformed outfits including a black mohair suit with bell buttons and striped silk trimming.

Willow Elko

Silver Wedding Surprise At New Cottege

Agnes, long burdened by hardship and a strained marriage to Mr. Gilder, receives a lavish surprise as they stop before a beautiful new house. He quietly plans to mark their twenty-fifth anniversary with a token of affection, amid tears and a town of guests, while the old home ends its era.

Nersetr Agnes Ahapti Letself Gilder Nellie

Notable visitors brighten Temple as Ferguson Bailey arrive

Governor Ferguson stopped to open the gun shoot at Temple and J. W. Bailey visited the sister. Bailey commented on Bryan's resignation, saying he never credited him fully and urged bold leadership for laws and governance. The senator appeared in good health and planned a Texas return when business allows.

Temple Tav Evor Ferguson J. W. Bailey Lima Braing Banot Texas

Election probe outlined by Baltes Journal followers

The piece argues the federal indictment of prominent Texans and others in Nueces and nearby areas prompts a broad inquiry into election methods in South Texas and beyond. It questions federal jurisdiction in primaries while noting possible influence on general elections and constitutional amendments.

Baltes Journal Nueces County Tex Indianapolis Ind Torailemen Election Centra James 4 San Antonio Lrdere Breting Texas United States Congress Isi Ynon Megeliy Federer Certeluy

Beutar Beutan Falls in Balkan War Turmoil

In a chaotic Balkan report the Montenegrin forces capture Beutar Beutan the chief Albanian city on Lake Sevtar. The article notes Beutar Beutan's military value, population over 22,000, and pivotal railway and port links, while detailing Albania's broader strategic landscape and trade shifts.

Altttice Montettesro Beutan Tim Trens Albania Avatria-Hungary Seulatt Unitate Alty Strateria Natonal Georgraphic Society Derlen Etatement Rence Beutart Gor Transft Exe Bart Sa- Lonsen Welst Verlag Siler Mulfere Beyong Bryons Gentass Palst Lake Sevtar Drin Amt Baynos Rivera Lake of Beutar Mor—tenestia Sceutart Uce Altania Coe Sone Hill Enous Olfern Te Atd Farii Mortamerin Aleseto Envar Tighazanis Arma

Are Officers By Peonage In Wartime Peace

A Ket Yor Evening piece questions officer peonage in peacetime service. It argues the duty to serve after West Point or Annapolis enrollment is owed, yet insists forcing retention is unjust while conceding the government bears a cost for education and shared discipline.

Nanara West Point Academy United States Eniovne Annapolis Iservicp

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