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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 20, 1915

Page

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Fire on Warship Likely Accidental, Says President

Fire aboard the warship named Alarch 28. 424 caused smoke and damage during yard testing at Sanden Nod Hes. Firefighters from local city and Cam en contained the blaze after a second outbreak. The vessel, built by Que com, cost 4 6 million with an additional 3 09 million for armament. An investigation announced by Que Tre wand de lared all a Mieid-investigation would be made. The ship was nearly ready for trial and to be handed to the United States government in September.

Erman Det Peta Pon Ulytte Ovfolae Uwe New York Snip Ralldine Uorpens Sanden Tim Niene Smuke Midnighe M. Kao Tyler United States

Austrian Savings Rise Amid War Strain in Vienna

Reports from Vienna say Austria's savings banks deposits for the first half of 1615 rose by 24.75 million dollars, a substantial increase across the nation despite wartime strain. In Berlin, Swedish Premier Hammarskold’s remarks on possible war are viewed as a warning to Russia and Britain. In Austin, Janes Ewing of the Court of Criminal Appeals leaves for a Galveston trip with Dietzel in an eight-cylinder Cadillac.

Berlin Sarvide Vienna Austria Hammarskold Sweden Russia Wiglind Austin Galveston Asito Janes Ewing The Court of Criminal Appeals Tore Jelt Avty Mex Dietzel

Today’s Beauty Hints On Skin and Hair Care Remedies

A reader’s guide promotes skin whitening and acne removal using four ounces of spurmax dissolved in half a pint of hot water with two spoonfuls of sly vero, claiming permanent improvement and a skinlike finish. Also recommends a cheap, quick drying shampoo mixed with canthrax to soothe the scalp, give a thick lather, and leave hair with a bright luster.

War Front Dispatches and Air Attacks Across Europe

In late July reports detail German air activity and Allied responses. Bombardments target rail junctions and stations as aviation squadrons claim several shells delivered on strategic aims. Danish military circles voice belief Germany plans to use Windau and Lukkain as bases to seize Riga and establish a naval base after mine clearance.

Tetons Sock Riza London Copenhagen Germany Windau Lukuin Riga

San Antonio Beer Purity Testing Initiated by Veteran Inspector

Theodore Anderson a San Antonio water works inspector with 48 years on the job begins testing beer purity by inspecting coils at saloons. He will not drink beer but will verify cleanliness of coils and faucet equipment. Anderson just completed 37 soda fountain inspections finding most fountains in good shape but noting warranting cleanups.

Theodore Anderson San Antonio Anderson Andersen Fountain

Drduna Attack Before U S Government

A fragmentary notice describes a wartime incident involving a German submarine attack on a vessel attended by officials. Thompson, counsel for the Industrial Relations Commission, delivered communications to the White House for a cabinet meeting. Treasury will collect passenger and crew contributions.

Loday de Willtwa Thompson Greavenery Lansing Mr. Thomspson White House Wilson Treasury Department

Tax Suit Dismissed in Texas Railroad Case

In Holehyon Texas Judge Burns dismissed a tax suit over intangible railroad assets. The state board valued the I. and G. N. line’s assets at 149,318,115 intangible, 48,051,383 true value, with physical value 28,572,810. The ruling allows Texas to tax railroads on the declared values, avoiding a rate increase. The decision followed Texas Tax Commissioner J. P. Bagby Jr. reporting final tallies and the I. and G. N. protest.

Burns Polerat Gourt A& G. Ny Ie Stare Tx Hy Railroad Tudge Burns AML Austin Vox Texas J. P. Bagby Jr Louston Raad

Russians Purchase I Fright Crs

Twenty thousand American freight cars and 400 locomotives are due in two months to relieve supply congestion for the Russian armies. Guns rifles and ammunition arrive from Japan and the United States by steamer. Armored motor cars come by the hundreds. shipments also include dynamite and cotton products amid a huge flow through New York and Panama toward Moscow.

Associated Press United States Japan Long Strom New ‘Carl Panama Moscow SS New

Flood Death Toll in China Reaches Eighty Thousand

The State Department reports from Peking that about eighty thousand lives have been lost in floods in Canton and surrounding areas. U.S. Consul General Clughive appeals for all possible aid from the Navy Department.

China Cheshire U.S Washington D. C Jay Che Nuodsaente Canton Chia State Department Ipeling Convil Navy

Pope Disputes Latapie Article in Vatican Letter

Parys July 20 Pope Benedict to the archbishop of Paris sends a letter disavowing Latapie's interview as misrepresentative. Cardinal Amite had protested a June Paris interview with Latapie that caused global attention alleging Vatican censorship and Italian guard actions.

Parys Pope Benvdlet Curuindd Amnette Paris Latapie Amute Wrace la Liberle Vatican Guard Vatican

Rotary field extension debated at San Francisco session

July 20 in San Francisco the International Association of Rotary Clubs discussed extending the Rotary organization and its motto to South America. Speakers noted the group aims to foster fellowship and fairness in business relations but has not left the English speaking world. The proposal circulated to the Rotary executive committee for presentation at the convention.

San Francisco Rotary Club Organization South America International Association of Rotary Clubs

War observers withdrawn from Viequas embassies to war college

Washington D C June 21 Col John Biddle and Capt Barksley Epochs, recently attached to the Vieqa embassy as army observers, are assigned to the war college today. Their return signals withdrawal of officers seen as causing resentment and embarrassment among Allied troops, aligning with Secretary Garrisons policy.

Washington, D.C John Biddle Barksley Viequa War College Garrieon

Weather Rain Reaches West Texas Across Farmland

Rain across West Texas eased drought fears for corn, cotton, and other crops. Trains reported improved conditions, with agricultural and stock organizations noting rain would help avert further damage. Some areas may see renewed showers in the coming days.

Wort Worth Fox West Texas

Saloon Refund Pleas Stir Austin Budget Row

In Austin Texas supporters seek a refund of an appropriation of 1 000 made to reimburse portions of licenses. Debate centers on allocations and potential hold ups to cover extra money in the current appropriation.

Austin Tex

Fatal Auto Wreck Near Knoxs End

A crash near Knox’s edge in Texas killed Nisquitognonile and injured several others including Mrs Keight, Mrs Knight, and Mrs J W Franks. The crash occurred as a car went off roadway at high speed. six others suffered injuries. Authorities in Austin investigated pellagra deaths linked to Robert County as part of a regional health survey.

Hug Springs G. Toon Ise Tex Toi Knox Knight Rattinger Franks Booville Keight Lockney Mord County Robertean County Austin Wo B. Collins Aromin Teaene Robert Troit Eormnty

Estes May Testify in Stroud Battle Robbery Case

In Renry Blurr Oklahoma on July 20 the forthcoming trial in a Stroud Oklahoma battle robbery is discussed with Estes confirming a guilty plea by Lewis Tiles. The state plans to use Tiles testimony against Claude Sawwyer Bud Maxwell and Charles Johnson who will seek alibis.

Chandier Okla Renry Bud Maxwell Charles Johnson Bonrr

Ransom Now Captain Austin in Texas Rangers Hire

Vox report notes Henry Len Thinsnm of Howaton received an appointment as captain at the direction of Governor Poexuson with the Texas Rangers. Transom was formerly a member of the state cavalry serving under Captain Sxeolcs, to be stationed at Mariingen in Gurmeror county.

Shipping to condemn cotton by prize court in Britain

London reports a large portion of Americia option shipments held up by England likely to be condemned by the prize court. Government statements indicate no blanket licenses will be issued. In Austin, July 29, attorney generals department notes the Comptroller's desire to issue pool hall licenses to tax collectors amid local conditions. The Court of Criminal Appeals upheld the law as constitutional in this case, not overriden by the Supreme Court.

London Americia England Prise Court Austin Thai Attorney Generals Department Teeny Vomptiellar Walt Court of Criminal Appeals Supreme Court

Demonstration of a health product returns to city for weeks

A promotional showing will reopen in San Antiete for several weeks with free samples and demonstrations by trained personnel. Visitors may ask questions and sample the product Vindims. Similar displays are under way in many cities nationwide drawing strong interest. The display appears at Bommer's Drug Store and is sold by druggists.

Putara San Antiete Bommer's

Mrs Bailey Found Dead Near Ravenal, Texas Widow of Bailey

Fragmented OCR reports the death of Mrs. Bailey, widow of a Texan named Bailey, found near Ravenal after several months. The note mentions U S attorneys and Justice Department agents pursuing Beltish government charges and unclear sympathizer activity. The piece mixes disparate phrases and place names, creating a murky early 20th century crime and political context.

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