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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1916
Page
1
Pershing's troopers defeat a Mexican band in a chase across Webb County areas. Dolores of Laredo headed a posse which intercepted bandits at the Bridge. Vultureal and other leaders were killed or captured. several prisoners were detained. Confidence grows that Villa forces are being pressured in northern Chihuahua and Sonora.
A fragmented report describes widespread drought crippling crops. Farmers depend on harvest in a harsh season as water shortages strain communities. The text notes economic and agricultural councils in PASO and mentions a Geneva report. conditions are described as severe across districts with reduced yields and hardship for workers.
A reported arrest of Anicelo Pizanu occurred Monday night in Monterey as bandit activity and ties to la linsa are referenced. The information was relayed through Consul General Deltean and Milan Consul Garcia, with notes about an official order for the arrest.
An odd old ad promotes a supposed skin treatment claiming a smooth hairless result after a few minutes of rubbing. The garbled copy mentions a “Plain detatona Paste” and a druggist, implying a casual sales pitch with unclear efficacy.
Six men under a former Caranza officer entered Lamnaries near Laredo under Colonel Garay and were placed in jail. The report says seven bandits were arrested, attributed to General Ricaut’s orders, and a civilian guide is said to have aided the operation as patrols continue in Webb county Texas. Nearby Galveston reports a Mexican court martial underway for a general involved in a prior execution, with details from the Huerta era cited.
A scattered column notes候 colonel Rouse as a potential chairman candidate amid debates over suffrage and party leadership. The piece references resolutions committees, national committee intrigue, and ongoing maneuvering ahead of a key convention. It mentions figures like Owen of Oklahoma, Senator Anos, and committee members, plus organizational tensions within the national committee and preparations for the convention opening.
The sixteenth manual convention of the Recall Meechanta' Ascuciitlan in Texas opened at the Gunter Hotel with 999 attendees. President Nic Peters welcomed delegates from San Antonio, Rev. Paul Folien offered the opening prayer, and committees were formed to guide three days of discussions on constructive merchant work and proposed legislation. Governor James E. Merretts sent a cordial message via George Mendell of Austin, urging progress for merchants amid broader state issues. Corpus Christi merchants invited attendees to visit their city and discuss trade developments.
A meeting in San Antonio features speakers urging citizens to prioritize America first and stressing the citizen soldier ideal. Key figures discuss tax issues, organizational efforts, and patriotic duty as part of a broad convention agenda. The event includes remarks from a U.S. veteran and notes on education and local civic roles.
Robert M. Field of San Antonio won the top prize of 100 from the Texas Intercollegiate Peace Association for an essay on Peace at the University of Texas. Miss Hebecons Hightower of San Antonio received 30 from the Sons of Hermann for promoting German studies. Field is noted as a UT student since September 1914.
War sufferers in occupied territories will receive aid funds through the American Express Company. W J Brown of the San Antonio branch reports remittances for daily necessities are limited to 120 dollars per month per person and must be sent with sealed letters and license numbers. The company, at the US ambassador’s request, forwards letters and promises to inform relatives in the United States where possible.
The speech outlines American aims and warns against foreign interference. It stresses preparedness, moral purpose, and national resolve as the United States faces global duties and potential conflicts.
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